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Zoho Tables alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Zoho Tables: free plan is limited to two users, and smaller community and template library. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Zoho Tables, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Airtable currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Baserow logoBaserowOpen sourceYesWeb, Self-hosted4 of 455.3
  1. Baserow logo

    1. BaserowTop pick

    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 Zoho Tables

    Open-source and self-hostable if you want to own the data.

    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 Zoho Tables 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 Zoho Tables alternative for…

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

Airtable logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for most people

Airtable

The market leader, with more integrations and community resources.

Baserow logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for a free option

Baserow

Open-source and self-hostable if you want to own the data.

Stackby logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Stackby

Another low-cost Airtable alternative with built-in API connectors.

Baserow logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for open source

Baserow

Open-source and self-hostable if you want to own the data.

Baserow logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for self-hosting

Baserow

Open-source and self-hostable if you want to own the data.

Airtable logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for Mac

Airtable

The market leader, with more integrations and community resources.

Airtable logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for Windows

Airtable

The market leader, with more integrations and community resources.

Zoho Creator logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for iPhone and Android

Zoho Creator

Zoho's low-code platform for full apps when tables are not enough.

SmartSuite logo

Best Zoho Tables alternative for working in the browser

SmartSuite

Richer work-management features for operations teams.

Zoho Tables alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Zoho Tables?

Airtable ranks first right now. The market leader, with more integrations and community resources. Stackby and SmartSuite follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Zoho Tables?

Yes. Airtable (free plan + paid), Stackby (free plan + paid), Baserow (open source) 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 Zoho Tables?

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

Why do people switch from Zoho Tables?

The complaints we hear most: free plan is limited to two users; smaller community and template library; fewer third-party integrations outside Zoho.

How is this list ranked?

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