Retool vs ToolJet

Open-source low-code platform focused on internal tools

RetoolBuild internal tools on top of your data

ToolJetOpen source low-code platform for internal tools

Which to pick

Pick Retool if you want…

Low-code internal tool builder with governance
Integrations with Stripe, Okta or Active Directory (on Retool's list, not ToolJet's)

Pick ToolJet if you want…

AI-assisted internal tool creation
Open-source internal tool builder
Open-source code (ToolJet/ToolJet on GitHub, AGPL-3.0 license)
Integrations with MongoDB, ServiceNow or REST (on ToolJet's list, not Retool's)

Retool is a commercial internal-tool builder with a focus on drag-and-drop UI, while ToolJet adds AI-native generation and open-source licensing.

Side by side

What it is: Retool:Retool lets you build, deploy, and manage internal tools that connect directly to databases, APIs, and LLMs.; ToolJet:ToolJet is an open-source low-code platform for building internal tools with AI, visual builder, and coding-agent support.
Best for: Retool:Low-code internal tool builder with governance; ToolJet:AI-assisted internal tool creation
Who it’s for: Retool:Product teams, engineers, and analysts building internal apps quickly; ToolJet:Product, ops, and engineering teams building internal dashboards, CRUD apps, and automation.
Pricing: Retool:Freemium; ToolJet:Freemium
Plans: Retool:Free $0 · Team $10 per builder/month · Business $50 per builder/month; ToolJet:Free $0 per builder/month · Basic $23 per builder/month · Pro $79 per builder/month · Team $199 per builder/month
Open source: Retool:—; ToolJet:Yes, 41,023 GitHub stars
Works with: Retool:PostgreSQL, Stripe, Okta, Active Directory, GitHub, Segment, Google Analytics; ToolJet:PostgreSQL, MongoDB, ServiceNow, REST, gRPC, LDAP, SAML

Retool features

Unified app builder. Create production-ready internal apps via a visual UI or AI-generated prompts.
AI agents integration. Use MCP server or CLI to build apps with AI agents and deploy within Retool.
Direct data connections. Connect securely to any database, API, or LLM with existing permissions.
Governance & security. Built-in auth, RBAC, audit logs, and SSO for enterprise compliance.
Workflow automation. Design and run automated workflows with triggers, steps, and scheduling.
Mobile & offline support. Deploy native iOS/Android/PWA apps with offline mode and push notifications.
Reusable modules & themes. Share components, queries, and visual themes across apps.
Versioning & source control. Track releases, revert changes, and integrate with Git.

ToolJet features

AI-driven app generation. Describe an app in plain language and get a production-ready draft with components and queries.
100+ native connectors. Connect to databases, SaaS services, REST/gRPC endpoints, or use the built-in PostgreSQL-backed ToolJet Database.
Granular governance. RBAC, SAML/OIDC/LDAP SSO, audit logs, and environment controls for all AI-generated assets.
Workflow automation. Node-based visual workflows, scheduled jobs, and agent nodes to automate internal processes.
Self-hosted or cloud. Deploy on ToolJet Cloud or run the open-source edition on-premise with air-gapped options.
Version control & CI/CD. Git sync, branching, and multi-environment promotion for dev, staging, and prod.

Retool vs ToolJet FAQ

Is Retool or ToolJet free?+

Retool has a free plan and paid plans. ToolJet has a free plan and paid plans.

Is Retool or ToolJet open source?+

ToolJet is open source (ToolJet/ToolJet on GitHub, AGPL-3.0 license). DevHunt has no public source repository on record for Retool.

Do Retool and ToolJet integrate with the same tools?+

Partly. Both list PostgreSQL. Retool also lists Stripe, Okta, Active Directory, GitHub and 2 more; ToolJet also lists MongoDB, ServiceNow, REST, gRPC and 2 more.

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