Softr vs. Zapier Tables
Running into Zapier Tables limits? Try Softr, the fastest way to build databases, apps, and workflows for your business.
The #1 Zapier Tables alternative for building databases and apps
Build powerful databases, apps, and workflows, then iterate as your business grows.
Create full-stack apps, not just interfaces.
Zapier Tables and Interfaces are designed for internal data views and automations. Softr gives you a powerful way to structure your data and turn it into multi-page apps and portals with logins, actions, and workflows.
Bigger, more scalable databases.
Zapier Tables caps records per account and keeps data inside Zapier. Softr offers generous record limits in Softr Databases and connects natively to 17+ data sources, giving you more flexibility as your apps grow.
Predictable pricing without per-seat limits.
Zapier Tables relies on seat-based pricing tied to Zapier plans. Softr includes generous user and record limits with no per-seat fees, making it more cost-effective for high-volume internal teams and external stakeholders.
Why businesses are choosing Softr over Zapier Tables
Bigger, more powerful databases
Zapier Tables has strict limits on database records and custom views. Softr Databases offer unlimited views, more advanced fields, and higher record limits per plan, making it easier to scale your operations.
More data source flexibility
Zapier Interfaces only work with Zapier Tables. Softr connects natively to Airtable, HubSpot, Google Sheets, Notion, Softr Databases, and more—so you can unify multiple systems in one app.
Advanced tools, not just interfaces
Zapier Tables and Interfaces work well for simple internal dashboards tied to automations. Softr is designed for real business software that requires logins, granular permissions, and custom logic.
Control over design and layout
Zapier Interfaces provides basic layouts with limited customization. Softr lets you design white-label apps to match your brand, making it easier to build polished portals and tools that meet your precise needs.
AI enrichment with more control
Softr's Database AI Agents let you add AI to any field to clean or enrich data. Choose the best model, pull context from linked records, and control exactly when agents run based on record changes or conditions.
Vibe coding for custom tools and UI
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.
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See how Softr compares to Zapier Tables
Deciding between Zapier Tables and Softr? With Softr, you get more records and views, plus better performance—and at a better price.
Functionalities | Softr | Zapier Tables |
|---|---|---|
Core focus | Full-stack app builder with databases & workflows | Data tables designed to support Zapier automations |
Data model | Relational bases with custom views & field types | Relational bases with limited views & field types |
Database record limits | 500K–1M records per workspace (plan-based) | 2500-500K records per account (plan-based) |
Design flexibility (apps/interfaces) | Native databases, plus build on top of 15+ external data sources | Zapier Tables only |
Permissions & access (apps/interfaces) | Custom user groups, granular permissions, and global data restrictions | No advanced roles or permissions |
External users | Supports secure access for external users | Primarily internal use |
Forms | Multi-step forms with conditional logic | Limited conditional forms |
Workflow automation | Built-in workflows (includes app UI triggers) | Automation-first workflows via Zaps |
Vibe coding | Prompt-based UI generation (connected to data) | Not available |
AI Agents | AI Agents for databases and workflows | AI Fields and automation agents |
Mobile experience (apps) | Responsive web apps with PWA support | No PWA capabilities |
Pricing | No per-seat pricing on paid plans | Per-seat pricing on team plans |
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.
