NocoDB
Open-source Airtable alternative on your SQL database
NocoDB is a free alternative to Airtable.
Open-source platform that turns SQL databases into a no-code spreadsheet-style interface with multiple views and APIs.
- for
- Product teams, developers, and businesses that need a self-hosted Airtable-like UI on existing Postgres/MySQL databases.
- pricing
- freemium
- license
- open source
- 2026.09.12026.09.1 : MCP for Your Whole Account9 days ago
- 2026.09.02026.09.0 : NocoDB in the Claude Connector Marketplacea month ago
- 2026.08.22026.08.2 : Introducing Dual-Axis Charts, Embedded Linked Records and Workflow Fa month ago
Key features
- Multiple Views — Grid, Kanban, Gallery, Form, Calendar and Map views let users interact with data in the format they prefer.
- External DB Connectivity — Connect to existing Postgres or MySQL databases and work with live data without migration.
- API & Webhooks — Generate REST APIs and trigger webhooks for automation directly from your tables.
- ERD Diagram — Visualise database schema instantly with an interactive entity-relationship diagram.
- Collaboration — Invite team members, assign roles, comment on records and share projects for real-time teamwork.
- Automation & Workflows — Create conditional automations, scripts and workflows that run on record changes.
- Row-Level Security — Define access per row, role or team to restrict data visibility without custom SQL.
- Self-Hosted Community Edition — Free forever, fair-code version that can be deployed anywhere with unlimited records and seats.
Use cases
- Build an internal CRM without writing code.
- Create a project-management board that syncs with existing SQL data.
- Manage inventory levels directly from a MySQL database.
- Collect form submissions and store them in a Postgres table.
- Expose a database as a public API for external applications.
NocoDB pricing
- Free$0Up to 3 users · 1 000 records · 1 GB storage · 100 automation runs
- Plus$12/seat per month, billed annUnlimited seats for $108 total · 50 000 records · 20 GB storage · 30 000 automation runs
- Business$24/seat per month, billed ann10 external DB connections · 300 000 records · 100 GB storage · 120 000 automation runs
- Scale$45/seat per month, billed annRow-level security · 5 000 000 APIs/month · 150 GB storage · Audit logs
- Community (Self-hosted)$0Unlimited records & storage · Unlimited seats · All 5 roles · All 6 view types
NocoDB vs alternatives
 NocoDB |  Retool |  Directus |  Supabase |  Lovable | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Self-hosted no-code database UI | Low-code internal tool builder | Headless CMS for SQL | Open-source Postgres backend | Low-code internal app builder |
| Pricing | Freemium | Subscription | Free | Subscription | Subscription |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Launched | — | — | — | — | — |
- NocoDB vs Retool: Retool focuses on building internal tools with a drag-drop UI but is a proprietary SaaS platform, whereas NocoDB is open-source and can be self-hosted.
- NocoDB vs Directus: Directus provides a headless CMS on top of SQL databases, while NocoDB offers spreadsheet-style views and full CRUD UI without a CMS layer.
- NocoDB vs Supabase: Supabase is an open-source backend (auth, storage, realtime) built on Postgres, whereas NocoDB adds a no-code UI and automation on top of any SQL DB.
- NocoDB vs Lovable: ToolJet is an open-source low-code platform for internal tools, similar to NocoDB but emphasizes app building rather than spreadsheet-style data management.
NocoDB FAQ
Can I use NocoDB with my existing database?+
Yes, you can connect to any Postgres or MySQL instance and work with the data directly.
Is there a free version?+
NocoDB offers a free tier for up to 3 users and a self-hosted Community edition that is free forever.
What kind of automation does NocoDB support?+
You can create conditional webhooks, custom scripts and workflow automations that trigger on record changes.
How does NocoDB handle security for large teams?+
Higher plans provide row-level security, SAML SSO, audit logs and team-hierarchy permissions.
Can I host NocoDB on-premise?+
Yes, the Community edition can be self-deployed via Docker and runs without internet connectivity.
What support is available on paid plans?+
Paid tiers include email support, priority support for Enterprise, and optional dedicated CSM for large organisations.
Summarized by DevHunt from nocodb.com · Oct 7, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
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