Softr
AI No-CodeBuild business apps and portal sites from Airtable and Google Sheets with no code. Supports 15+ data sources.
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What is Softr?
Softr is a no-code platform for building business apps and portal sites from 15+ data sources including Airtable, Google Sheets, Notion, and HubSpot. It features prebuilt UI blocks, a drag-and-drop editor, and granular permission management, enabling you to quickly launch client portals, internal tools, and marketplaces. The Ask AI feature lets you modify apps and add functionality using natural language. Even the free plan allows publishing to up to 10 logged-in users, making it ideal for starting small. It also supports direct connections to SQL databases.
Pricing Plans
Key Features
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ●Connects directly to 15+ data sources
- ●Free plan lets you publish apps to up to 10 users
- ●Ask AI enables natural language app building and editing
- ●Prebuilt UI blocks for fast design
- ●Granular user permission management
Cons
- ●PWA publishing requires $167/mo or higher
- ●Less design freedom compared to Bubble
- ●Limitations when implementing complex workflows
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I use Softr for free?
A. Yes, the free plan lets you create apps and publish them to up to 10 logged-in users. For more users and advanced features, the Basic plan ($49/mo) or higher is required.
Q. How does it differ from Glide?
A. Softr excels at building portal sites and marketplaces, supporting 15+ data sources. Glide specializes in simple business app building from spreadsheets.
Q. Can I use data sources other than Airtable?
A. Yes, it supports 15+ data sources including Google Sheets, Notion, HubSpot, PostgreSQL, and MySQL.
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