Softr vs. Stacker
Limited by Stacker’s database and workflows? Try Softr, the fastest way to build full-stack business apps.
The #1 Stacker alternative for business apps
Build scalable, full-stack apps on real business data—with predictable pricing and full control as you grow.
Build on top of your existing data.
Stacker only works with its proprietary tables, limiting you to a single source of truth; Softr connects to 15+ data sources, including Airtable, Google Sheets, Notion, monday.com, and SQL databases.
More design and layout flexibility.
Stacker offers rigid layouts with limited customization (plus a slow development pace). Softr provides modern building blocks, 90+ templates, advanced branding options, and vibe coding to build custom UI.
Predictable pricing with more value built in.
Stacker’s business plan starts at $149/mo with limits on records, tables, and roles. Softr provides more value with higher user and record limits, deeper customization, and full-stack capabilities at more predictable pricing.
Why businesses are choosing Softr over Stacker
Build real business software
Stacker is a lightweight app layer without automation, or multi-source data support. Softr connects to 15+ data sources (plus native databases), and its advanced app and workflow builder is designed to scale with your business.
Granular user permissions
Stacker’s permissions are basic, giving you limited access control. Softr offers custom user groups and granular permissions, making it easy to securely share the right data with employees, clients, and partners.
More predictable pricing
Stacker’s paid plans begin at $149/mo, with strict limits on records, tables, and user roles. Softr provides higher limits, better data source support, and full-stack capabilities at a lower overall cost.
Ultimate data flexibility
Stacker only supports its own tables, requiring teams to rebuild their existing data. Softr connects to Airtable, Notion, monday.com, SQL databases, and more—plus its own database—allowing you to combine multiple data sources in one app.
Advanced conditional forms
Stacker does not offer forms, requiring you to use a third-party tool. Softr supports multi-step forms with conditional logic, data validation, workflow triggers, and the ability to write to any connected data source.
Built-in workflow automation
Stacker doesn't have a workflow engine. Softr Workflows offer a clean visual builder with clear triggers and actions—and an AI Co-builder that can generate workflow steps for you.
Vibe coding for custom tools and UI
Vibe coding in Softr lets you generate custom tools and UIs from a prompt, all inside your apps. Vibe-coded blocks connect to live data, support CRUD actions, follow data permissions, and include version history.
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See how Softr compares to Stacker
Deciding between Stacker and Softr? There's no contest. With Softr, you get more functionality and data flexibility, with better performance—and a better price.
Functionalities | Softr | Stacker |
|---|---|---|
Ease of use | Visual, no-code builder for portals and internal tools | Simple, table-driven setup (limited functionality) |
Design flexibility | Customizable layouts, navigation, and branding | Rigid layouts |
Templates | 90+ production-ready app templates | No templates |
Data sources | Softr Databases, plus build on top of 15+ external data sources | Stacker Tables only |
Database record limits | 500k–1M+ records per database (plan-based) | 10k–100k records (plan-based) |
Permissions & access | Custom user groups, granular permissions, and global data restrictions | Basic roles and filters |
Forms | Multi-step forms with conditional logic | Not available |
Workflow automation | Built-in workflows (includes app UI triggers) | No native workflows |
AI Agents | AI Agents for databases and workflows | No AI agents |
Mobile experience | Responsive web apps with PWA support | Limited mobile experience |
Pricing model | Predictable pricing with generous user and record limits | High entry pricing with stricter user and record limits |
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.
