Softr vs. Pory
Outgrowing Pory's lightweight portals? Try Softr, the fastest way to build databases, apps, and workflows for your business.
The #1 Pory alternative for business apps
Build scalable, full-stack apps on top of Airtable data (or other sources)—with predictable pricing and full control as you grow.
Deep native integrations with two-way, real-time sync.
Pory works only with Airtable and primarily as a simple front-end. Softr connects natively to Airtable, HubSpot, Notion, Google Sheets, SQL, and more—and gives you the ability to build more advanced business software.
More flexibility to build custom apps and workflows.
Pory is best for simple, template-based portals, while Softr gives you more control over logic and layout so apps can evolve into multi-user portals, CRMs, internal tools, and workflows.
Stronger authentication and access control.
Pory offers magic links and basic access gating, while Softr includes multiple authentication options, SSO, role-based access, and record-level permissions built for secure client and partner apps.
Why businesses are choosing Softr over Pory
Built for more than simple portals
Pory works well for surfacing Airtable data with minimal interaction. Softr is designed to handle end-to-end workflows like onboarding, requests, approvals, and ongoing operations—where users need to take action, not just view records.
Databases built to scale
Pory relies entirely on Airtable as a backend. Softr works with 15+ data sources—and includes native relational databases that make it easier to model complex relationships, control access, and maintain performance as your data grows.
Granular user permissions
Pory’s access model is intentionally simple. Softr supports custom user groups and granular permissions, making it easier to control access across employees, clients, and partners in a single app.
Advanced forms to collect data
Pory supports basic web forms, but they’re limited. Softr offers conditional, multi-step forms, allowing teams to collect data, update records, and trigger workflows from in-app form submissions.
Built-in workflows
Pory doesn’t include a native automation layer. Softr’s built-in workflows can trigger from user actions like form submissions or button clicks, enabling approvals, notifications, and data updates without external tools.
Pricing that supports growth
Pory offers only paid plans with a 7-day trial, which limits experimentation. Softr includes a free plan for Airtable, and predictable pricing designed to scale as apps, users, and complexity increase.
Vibe coding and AI to build faster
Vibe coding in Softr lets you generate custom tools and UIs from a prompt—inside a real app. Vibe-coded blocks connect to live data, support CRUD actions, follow data permissions, and include version history.
Go from zero to app, incredibly fast
Connect to your data in seconds
Integrate with your spreadsheets and databases, including Airtable, SQL, Hubspot, Google Sheets, Supabase, BigQuery, and more—in just a few clicks. Your data is always secure and in sync.
Customize layout and logic
Drag and drop customizable building blocks with various views and functionalities. Granular permissions allow you to control what data each user can access, and which actions they can take.
Publish and launch
Ship applications that your team will love in minutes or hours, instead of days or weeks. Deploy on both desktop and mobile.
