Open-source alternatives to Airtable

Airtable popularized the spreadsheet-meets-database interface, but it's closed-source and cloud-only, with row limits and collaboration features gated behind paid plans — there's no way to self-host it or run it on your own infrastructure.

Baserow and NocoDB both replicate Airtable's spreadsheet-as-database interface and are free to self-host. NocoDB's particular strength is turning an existing SQL database into an Airtable-style interface, which is worth knowing if you already have data living in Postgres or MySQL rather than starting from scratch.

FAQ

Is there a free, open-source alternative to Airtable?

Yes. Baserow and NocoDB are both open source and free to self-host.

What's the best open-source alternative to Airtable?

Both are close matches. NocoDB stands out if you want to turn an existing SQL database into an Airtable-style interface rather than starting fresh.

What are the top open-source alternatives to Airtable?

Browse all open-source alternatives to Airtable above, or explore the full No-Code category for more options.