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Ninox alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Ninox: proprietary scripting language for advanced logic, and community and resources are stronger in German than English. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Ninox, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. SeaTable currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1SeaTable logoSeaTableFree plan + paidNoWeb, Self-hosted4 of 466.5
2Claris FileMaker logoClaris FileMakerPaidNomacOS, Windows, iOS +14 of 462.6
3Airtable logoAirtableFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 457.2
4Baserow logoBaserowOpen sourceYesWeb, Self-hosted4 of 455.3
  1. SeaTable logo

    1. SeaTableTop pick

    Best for: European organisations that want an Airtable-like database with EU hosting or on-premises install

    Free plan + paidSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Ninox

    Another German-hosted option with a more Airtable-like table interface.

    Pros

    • Cloud data hosted in Germany with a GDPR focus
    • Can be self-hosted on your own servers
    • Python and JavaScript scripting for custom logic

    Cons

    • Smaller ecosystem and community than Airtable
    • Interface and documentation are less polished in places
    • Prices are listed in euros excluding VAT, which complicates comparisons
    Visit SeaTable Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is SeaTable a good Ninox alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Starting price
    €7 per user/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026seatable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes (SeaTable Server)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026seatable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Data location
    Germany
    Checked Oct 25, 2026seatable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Hosting region
    EU only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026seatable.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Claris FileMaker logo

    2. Claris FileMaker

    Best for: Businesses that want a bespoke database app on desktops and iPads, built in-house or by a consultant

    PaidmacOS, Windows, iOS, Web

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Ninox

    Classic custom-database platform with strong offline desktop and iPad clients.

    Pros

    • Same app runs on desktop, iPad, iPhone and web
    • Strong offline and mobile capabilities on Apple devices
    • Large community of experienced independent developers

    Cons

    • Proprietary format and scripting create lock-in
    • Per-user subscriptions are expensive for larger teams
    • Android is not supported natively
    Visit Claris FileMaker Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Claris FileMaker a good Ninox alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Starter plan
    US$22 per user/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026claris.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Max plan
    US$45 per user/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026claris.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    macOS, Windows, mobile, web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026claris.com(opens source in a new tab)
    iPad and iPhone
    Yes, via FileMaker Go
    Checked Oct 25, 2026claris.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Airtable logo

    3. Airtable

    Best for: Non-technical teams that want a flexible shared database with a large template and integration ecosystem

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

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Ninox

    Larger ecosystem and integrations if German hosting is not needed.

    Pros

    • Easy to learn for anyone comfortable with spreadsheets
    • Linked records, rollups and many views make real relational setups possible
    • Interfaces let you give colleagues tailored screens instead of raw tables
    • Large ecosystem of templates, integrations and community answers

    Cons

    • 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
    Visit Airtable Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Airtable a good Ninox alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026airtable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Team plan
    $20 per user/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026airtable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business plan
    $45 per user/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026airtable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Billing basis
    Per seat
    Checked Oct 25, 2026airtable.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Baserow logo

    4. Baserow

    Best for: Teams that want Airtable's workflow with the option to host their data themselves

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Ninox

    Open-source and self-hostable, with EU-based cloud hosting.

    Pros

    • Familiar Airtable-style interface with an import path for existing bases
    • Self-hosted edition avoids per-base row caps
    • Includes an application builder and automations, not just tables
    • Paid plans are cheaper per user than Airtable's

    Cons

    • Some views and admin features need a paid licence even when self-hosted
    • Smaller integration ecosystem than Airtable
    • Running your own instance means handling upgrades and backups
    Visit Baserow Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Baserow a good Ninox alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026baserow.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium plan
    $10 per user/month billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026baserow.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Advanced plan
    $18 per user/month billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026baserow.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026baserow.io(opens source in a new tab)

The best Ninox alternative for…

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

SeaTable logo

Best Ninox alternative for most people

SeaTable

Another German-hosted option with a more Airtable-like table interface.

Baserow logo

Best Ninox alternative for a free option

Baserow

Open-source and self-hostable, with EU-based cloud hosting.

Airtable logo

Best Ninox alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Airtable

Larger ecosystem and integrations if German hosting is not needed.

Baserow logo

Best Ninox alternative for open source

Baserow

Open-source and self-hostable, with EU-based cloud hosting.

SeaTable logo

Best Ninox alternative for self-hosting

SeaTable

Another German-hosted option with a more Airtable-like table interface.

Claris FileMaker logo

Best Ninox alternative for Mac

Claris FileMaker

Classic custom-database platform with strong offline desktop and iPad clients.

Microsoft Access logo

Best Ninox alternative for Windows

Microsoft Access

Desktop database for Windows shops that prefer local files.

Airtable logo

Best Ninox alternative for iPhone and Android

Airtable

Larger ecosystem and integrations if German hosting is not needed.

SeaTable logo

Best Ninox alternative for working in the browser

SeaTable

Another German-hosted option with a more Airtable-like table interface.

Ninox alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Ninox?

SeaTable ranks first right now. Another German-hosted option with a more Airtable-like table interface. Claris FileMaker and Microsoft Access follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Ninox?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Ninox?

Yes: Baserow. Baserow can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from Ninox?

The complaints we hear most: proprietary scripting language for advanced logic; community and resources are stronger in German than English; AI usage is charged separately as credits.

How is this list ranked?

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