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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
1Claris FileMaker logoClaris FileMakerPaidNomacOS, Windows, iOS +14 of 462.6
2Microsoft Access logoMicrosoft AccessPaidNoWindows3 of 359.6
3Airtable logoAirtableFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 457.2
  1. Claris FileMaker logo

    1. Claris FileMakerTop pick

    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)
  2. Microsoft Access logo

    2. Microsoft Access

    Best for: Windows offices maintaining existing Access databases or building local departmental tools

    PaidWindows

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Ninox

    Desktop database for Windows shops that prefer local files.

    Pros

    • Complete relational database with forms, reports and VBA
    • Links to Excel, SharePoint and SQL Server data
    • Often already included in Microsoft 365 business plans

    Cons

    • Windows only, with no Mac or web version
    • Multi-user sharing over networks is fragile
    • Little new development compared with cloud tools
    Visit Microsoft Access Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 Microsoft Access a good Ninox alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Current versions
    Access 2024 and Microsoft 365
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Templates
    Complete ready-made database apps
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Data import
    Copy, import or link from Excel and others
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.microsoft.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)

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.