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Quickbase alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Quickbase: platform minimum fee makes it costly for small teams, and interface looks dated next to newer tools. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Quickbase, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. SmartSuite currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1SmartSuite logoSmartSuitePaidNoWeb4 of 466.5
2Caspio logoCaspioPaidNoWeb5 of 562.6
3Kintone logoKintonePaidNoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 359.6
4Airtable logoAirtableFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 455.3
5Claris FileMaker logoClaris FileMakerPaidNomacOS, Windows, iOS +14 of 453.6
6Microsoft Power Apps logoMicrosoft Power AppsPaidNoWeb, Windows, iOS +14 of 448.9
  1. SmartSuite logo

    1. SmartSuiteTop pick

    Best for: Operations and PMO teams wanting an Airtable-like database with stronger project features

    PaidWeb

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quickbase

    Modern interface and transparent per-seat pricing for similar operational use cases.

    Pros

    • Combines database flexibility with Gantt, timeline and portfolio views
    • Templates for GRC, IT and project processes
    • Generous record limits for the price

    Cons

    • No free plan, only a 14-day trial
    • Can feel complex for simple tracking
    • Fewer third-party integrations than Airtable
    Visit SmartSuite 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 SmartSuite a good Quickbase alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    14 days, no card
    Checked Oct 25, 2026smartsuite.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Team plan
    $15 per seat/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026smartsuite.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Professional plan
    $32 per seat/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026smartsuite.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Extra storage
    $10/month per 100GB block
    Checked Oct 25, 2026smartsuite.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Caspio logo

    2. Caspio

    Best for: Organisations in regulated sectors that need embeddable database apps with compliance options

    PaidWeb

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quickbase

    Another long-standing enterprise database app builder with compliance options.

    Pros

    • Compliance packages such as HIPAA for regulated data
    • Apps can be embedded into any existing website
    • Account pricing without per-user fees for app users

    Cons

    • High entry price for small projects
    • Builder has a steep learning curve and dated design
    • No free plan beyond the trial
    Visit Caspio 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 Caspio a good Quickbase alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Starting price
    $300/month (Team)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026caspio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026caspio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    Unlimited on every plan
    Checked Oct 25, 2026caspio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Compliance
    HIPAA, SOC 2 Type II, GDPR
    Checked Oct 25, 2026caspio.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Academic program
    Free for eligible educators
    Checked Oct 25, 2026caspio.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Kintone logo

    3. Kintone

    Best for: Departments that need structured record-keeping with approvals and team discussion

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quickbase

    Simpler no-code database apps with a low per-user price and small team minimum.

    Pros

    • Approval workflows and record comments built in
    • Large marketplace of plug-ins and integrations
    • Predictable per-user pricing with a small minimum

    Cons

    • No free plan
    • Interface feels dated next to Airtable
    • Many advanced features rely on paid third-party plug-ins
    Visit Kintone 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 Kintone a good Quickbase alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Starting price
    $24 per user/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kintone.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Minimum users
    5 users ($120/month)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kintone.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kintone.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Airtable logo

    4. 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

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quickbase

    Easier to start and cheaper for small teams, with a free plan.

    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 ×0.363
    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 Airtable a good Quickbase 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)
  5. Claris FileMaker logo

    5. 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

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quickbase

    Custom database apps with offline-capable 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 ×0.357
    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 Quickbase 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)
  6. Microsoft Power Apps logo

    6. Microsoft Power Apps

    Best for: Organisations on Microsoft 365 that want governed business apps built by IT and power users

    PaidWeb, Windows, iOS, Android

    48.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Quickbase

    Natural choice if the company already standardises on Microsoft 365.

    Pros

    • Deep integration with Microsoft 365, Teams and Dynamics
    • Hundreds of connectors and Dataverse storage
    • Strong governance through Microsoft admin tools

    Cons

    • Licensing is complicated and premium features cost extra
    • Canvas apps can be slow with large data
    • Little appeal outside the Microsoft ecosystem
    Visit Microsoft Power Apps Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.341
    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 Power Apps a good Quickbase alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Premium price
    $20 per user/month, paid yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Volume price
    $12 per user/month with 2,000-seat minimum
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Developer plan
    Free
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Extra database capacity
    $40 per GB/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Quickbase alternative for…

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

SmartSuite logo

Best Quickbase alternative for most people

SmartSuite

Modern interface and transparent per-seat pricing for similar operational use cases.

Airtable logo

Best Quickbase alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Airtable

Easier to start and cheaper for small teams, with a free plan.

Claris FileMaker logo

Best Quickbase alternative for Mac

Claris FileMaker

Custom database apps with offline-capable desktop and iPad clients.

Microsoft Power Apps logo

Best Quickbase alternative for Windows

Microsoft Power Apps

Natural choice if the company already standardises on Microsoft 365.

Kintone logo

Best Quickbase alternative for iPhone and Android

Kintone

Simpler no-code database apps with a low per-user price and small team minimum.

Caspio logo

Best Quickbase alternative for working in the browser

Caspio

Another long-standing enterprise database app builder with compliance options.

Quickbase alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Quickbase?

SmartSuite ranks first right now. Modern interface and transparent per-seat pricing for similar operational use cases. Caspio and Kintone follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Quickbase?

Yes. Airtable (free plan + paid) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Quickbase?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Quickbase?

The complaints we hear most: platform minimum fee makes it costly for small teams; interface looks dated next to newer tools; real pricing is only clear after talking to sales.

How is this list ranked?

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