Skip to content
BetterOpenSource

NocoDB vs Budibase

A side-by-side comparison of two open-source tools to help you choose the right one.

Feature
SummaryTurn any database into a smart spreadsheet.Low-code apps and workflows in minutes.
GitHub stars53K24K
LicenseAGPL 3.0GPL 3.0
LanguageTypeScriptSvelte
PricingFree & Open SourceFree & Open Source
Self-hostable
ReplacesAirtableRetool, Airtable
Rating4.6 / 54.4 / 5

NocoDB features

  • Grid, gallery, kanban, and form views
  • Connects to existing SQL databases
  • Automatic REST and GraphQL APIs
  • Webhooks and automations
  • Role-based access control

Budibase features

  • Built-in database or external connections
  • Drag-and-drop app designer
  • Automations and workflows
  • Forms and approval flows
  • Self-hosted with SSO

NocoDBpros & cons

Pros

  • Works on top of databases you already have
  • Generous open-source feature set
  • Auto-generated APIs

Cons

  • Advanced automations are paid
  • Large bases need tuning

Budibasepros & cons

Pros

  • Very fast app creation
  • Internal DB lowers setup friction
  • Clean automations builder

Cons

  • Less flexible than code-first tools
  • Some connectors are premium

Command Palette

Search for a command to run...