Kintone alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
Common reasons people leave Kintone: no free plan, and interface feels dated next to Airtable. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Kintone, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Quickbase currently ranks first.
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Best Kintone alternative for most people
QuickbaseBigger enterprise platform for complex operational apps.
Best Kintone alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
AirtableEasier to start for free with a larger ecosystem.
Best Kintone alternative for self-hosting
RagicSpreadsheet-like database builder with similar approval workflows and a free plan.
Best Kintone alternative for iPhone and Android
Zoho CreatorLow-code apps with workflows at a low price, plus a free plan.
Best Kintone alternative for working in the browser
SmartSuiteModern no-code work platform with strong project views.
Kintone alternatives: common questions
What is the best alternative to Kintone?
Quickbase ranks first right now. Bigger enterprise platform for complex operational apps. SmartSuite and Airtable follow it in our ranking.
Is there a free alternative to Kintone?
Yes. Airtable (free plan + paid), Ragic (free plan + paid) and Zoho Creator (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.
Is there an open-source alternative to Kintone?
None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.
Why do people switch from Kintone?
The complaints we hear most: no free plan; interface feels dated next to Airtable; many advanced features rely on paid third-party plug-ins.
How is this list ranked?
Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Kintone, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.