Airtable
ProductivitySpreadsheet-database hybrid for building custom workflows
1 comparisons 1W – 0L
Pricing
Free
$0/mo
- Unlimited bases
- 1,000 records per base
- 1 GB attachments per base
Plus
$10/user/mo
- 5,000 records per base
- 5 GB attachments per base
- 3 extensions per base
Pro
$20/user/mo
- 50,000 records per base
- 20 GB attachments per base
- Unlimited extensions
- Gantt & timeline views
Key Features
- Powerful relational database with linked records and lookup fields
- Grid, calendar, kanban, gallery, and Gantt views for any workflow
- Automations triggered by record changes, form submissions, or schedules
- Extensions marketplace for charts, pivot tables, and third-party integrations
- Robust API and native integrations with Slack, Google Drive, and Zapier
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Best-in-class database functionality — handles complex relational data better than any spreadsheet or project tool
- Extremely fast even with 10,000+ records per base — built for scale
- Extensions and scripting block unlock custom functionality without code
Cons
- Rigid structure — every record needs defined fields. Less flexible than Notion's freeform pages
- Expensive for small teams — $20/user/mo Pro plan is required for serious automation work
- Interface feels dated compared to modern tools — users complain about cluttered UX