Appsmith
Open source platform to build internal tools
FreeNoCodeOpen Source2 impressions
Appsmith is a free alternative to Retool.
Appsmith is an open-source low-code platform to build internal tools and custom apps faster.
- for
- Developers and teams building internal dashboards, admin panels, and workflow apps.
- pricing
- freemium · free trial
- license
- Apache-2.0
Key features
- Drag-and-drop UI builder — Assemble responsive interfaces with widgets, then customize them in JS/HTML/CSS.
- Full JavaScript customization — Add logic, manipulate data, and import external libraries using a built-in IDE.
- Broad data connectivity — Connect to any database, SaaS service, or REST/GraphQL API, including LLMs.
- Git version control & CI/CD — Sync apps to Git, manage branches, and deploy automatically with CI pipelines.
- Enterprise security & governance — Role-based access, SAML/OIDC SSO, SCIM provisioning, audit logs, SOC 2 Type II compliance.
- Self-hosting & air-gapped options — Run Appsmith on your own infrastructure for secure internal data access.
- Embeddable apps with shared logins — Embed public or private apps inside existing products using shared authentication.
- AI-assisted development — Copilot prompts generate widget code and workflow logic for faster prototyping.
Use cases
- Create customer support dashboards to boost agent productivity.
- Build internal admin panels that automate manual processes.
- Develop custom extensions that reduce seat-license costs for SaaS tools.
- Integrate multiple data sources into a single internal analytics app.
Appsmith pricing
- Free$0Up to 5 users · 3 Git repos · Google SSO · Public apps
- Business$15/month per userUp to 99 users · Unlimited repos & workspaces · Workflows & reusable packages · Premium integrations
- Enterprise$2,500/month100+ users · SAML/OIDC SSO · SCIM provisioning · Air-gapped edition
- CommunityFreeOpen-source edition · Apache 2.0 license · Public roadmap
Appsmith vs alternatives
 Appsmith |  Retool |  ToolJet |  Zapier |  Make | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Open-source low-code internal tools | Commercial low-code internal tools | Open-source low-code apps | No-code workflow automation | Visual workflow automation |
| Pricing | Freemium | Subscription | Free | Subscription | Subscription |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Launched | — | — | — | — | — |
- Appsmith vs Retool: Retool is a commercial low-code platform with a focus on pre-built connectors and a hosted SaaS model, while Appsmith is open-source and self-hostable.
- Appsmith vs ToolJet: ToolJet is also open-source low-code for internal tools but offers fewer built-in AI copilot features than Appsmith.
- Appsmith vs Zapier: Zapier automates workflows across SaaS apps without building custom UIs, whereas Appsmith builds full internal applications.
- Appsmith vs Make: Make provides visual workflow automation similar to Zapier, not a UI builder; Appsmith adds UI and code-level customization.
Appsmith FAQ
How do you measure users?+
A user is any member added to a workspace; all members present during a billing cycle are billed for the full month.
Do you charge for developer seats?+
No. Developers who only build or edit apps are treated as standard users with no extra charge.
Do you read my app data to track users?+
Appsmith does not read app data or personally identifiable information; only a non-identifiable user ID is tracked.
How do I get started?+
Sign up for a cloud or self-hosted account; new sign-ups receive a 15-day free trial of the Business plan with no credit card required.
Can I use the same license key for multiple instances?+
Yes, the same license key can be used across multiple instances and usage is aggregated.
Summarized by DevHunt from appsmith.com · Oct 1, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
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