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AdminJS alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave AdminJS: node.js only, and slower development pace recently. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces AdminJS, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. React-admin currently ranks first.

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The best AdminJS alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

React-admin logo

Best AdminJS alternative for most people

React-admin

React framework for richer admin apps over any API.

Refine logo

Best AdminJS alternative for a free option

Refine

Modern React framework with many backend data providers.

Forest Admin logo

Best AdminJS alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Forest Admin

Hosted back-office interface that also keeps data on your side.

Filament logo

Best AdminJS alternative for open source

Filament

The equivalent for Laravel applications, with an active community.

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Best AdminJS alternative for self-hosting

Appsmith

Visual builder for admin panels without writing React components.

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Best AdminJS alternative for working in the browser

React-admin

React framework for richer admin apps over any API.

AdminJS alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to AdminJS?

React-admin ranks first right now. React framework for richer admin apps over any API. Refine and Filament follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to AdminJS?

Yes. React-admin (open source), Refine (open source), Filament (open source) and Forest Admin (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to AdminJS?

Yes: React-admin, Refine, Filament and Appsmith. React-admin, Refine and Filament can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from AdminJS?

The complaints we hear most: node.js only; slower development pace recently; customisation beyond CRUD needs React code.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces AdminJS, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.