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Airtable alternatives: 7 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Airtable: per-seat pricing gets expensive as more people need edit access, and record and automation limits per base can force workarounds. We ranked 7 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Airtable, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Baserow currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Notion logoNotionFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +21 of 356.2
  1. Notion logo

    1. NotionTop pick

    Best for: Teams that want docs, wikis and simple databases in one place

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    56.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Airtable

    Better if your databases mostly live inside documents and wikis rather than standalone apps.

    Pros

    • Flexible blocks and databases
    • Large template gallery
    • Strong sharing and permissions

    Cons

    • Needs an internet connection for most work
    • Large workspaces can feel slow
    Visit Notion Compare with AirtableDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.332
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.1553
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Notion a good Airtable alternative?

    Verified facts

    1 of 3 verified
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Oct 24, 2026notion.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
    Not checked yetnotion.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    No
    Not checked yetnotion.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Airtable alternative for…

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

Baserow logo

Best Airtable alternative for most people

Baserow

Open-source and self-hostable with a very similar grid and form experience, plus cheaper paid tiers.

NocoDB logo

Best Airtable alternative for a free option

NocoDB

Turns an existing SQL database into an Airtable-like grid, and can run on your own server.

SeaTable logo

Best Airtable alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

SeaTable

A GDPR-focused alternative hosted in Germany, with a self-hosted server edition.

Grist logo

Best Airtable alternative for open source

Grist

Open-source spreadsheet-database with Python formulas and granular access rules.

Teable logo

Best Airtable alternative for self-hosting

Teable

Postgres-backed open-source option that handles large tables without per-base record caps.

Notion logo

Best Airtable alternative for Mac

Notion

Better if your databases mostly live inside documents and wikis rather than standalone apps.

Notion logo

Best Airtable alternative for Windows

Notion

Better if your databases mostly live inside documents and wikis rather than standalone apps.

Notion logo

Best Airtable alternative for iPhone and Android

Notion

Better if your databases mostly live inside documents and wikis rather than standalone apps.

SmartSuite logo

Best Airtable alternative for working in the browser

SmartSuite

Covers the same database use cases with more built-in project and work-management features.

Airtable alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Airtable?

Baserow ranks first right now. Open-source and self-hostable with a very similar grid and form experience, plus cheaper paid tiers. NocoDB and SmartSuite follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Airtable?

Yes. Baserow (open source), NocoDB (open source), SeaTable (free plan + paid) and Notion (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Airtable?

Yes: Baserow, NocoDB, Grist and Teable. Baserow, NocoDB and Grist can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from Airtable?

The complaints we hear most: per-seat pricing gets expensive as more people need edit access; record and automation limits per base can force workarounds; no self-hosting option, so data lives only in Airtable's cloud.

How is this list ranked?

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