Alternatives to SeaTable
Spreadsheet-database with big-table performance
SeaTable ranks #3 of 7 in No-code databases, with an Alt Score of 100. It is licensed under Proprietary (with open-source components), freemium from €7/user/month and available on Web and Linux. 12 of 12 checklist rows are verified against a public source.
SeaTable is for teams and citizen developers—across marketing, HR, sales, project management, and operations—who need to organize structured data and build simple internal tools without writing code. It scales from small workgroups to large organizations needing GDPR-compliant or self-hosted deployment.
A spreadsheet-like interface backed by a relational database, so you can link multiple tables together instead of duplicating data. Data can be viewed as grids, galleries, Kanban boards, calendars, or timelines, and a drag-and-drop app builder lets you assemble custom applications on top of your tables. It includes automation for recurring workflows, forms for data collection, and both cloud (hosted in German data centers) and self-hosted deployment options.
You create a base (database) from scratch or a template, define tables with typed fields (text, images, links, checkboxes, etc.), and switch between views to visualize the data. From there you can build connected apps, set up automations, and collaborate with others in real time on the same base.
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Feature comparison
Rows come from the No-code databases checklist (16 rows). Human-verified cells only. ? means the value has not been verified.
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Every fact and feature listed for SeaTable is verified against its own pages. Each alternative is sourced on its own page.
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Pricing model Freemium verified 2026-07-09
3 User - 0 € - Permanently free of charge
https://seatable.com/prices/ -
Starts at €7/user/month verified 2026-07-09
€7/user/month (annual); €9/user/month (monthly)
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Status active verified 2026-07-09
Version 6.1.8 on March 20, 2026
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License Proprietary (with open-source components) verified 2026-07-09
The rights of use, granted pursuant to this EULA, do not include any rights to the source code of the Software and the trademark SeaTable and its logo.
https://seatable.com/eula/ -
Platforms Web, Linux verified 2026-07-09
Web is the primary interface; self-hosted server on Linux.
SeaTable Server (On-Premises) - Self-hosted solution requiring Linux server infrastructure
https://seatable.com/products/ -
Views (grid, kanban, calendar) Yes verified 2026-07-09
Work with the Kanban view and move your data using drag-and-drop. ... Keep track of appointments and deadlines. With the calendar you have everything under control.
https://seatable.com/functions/ -
Formulas Yes verified 2026-07-09
Formula column type that allows you to link different column values of a row and create different functions based on the content of these columns.
https://seatable.com/help/overview-all-column-types/ -
Linked records Yes verified 2026-07-09
Link to other records column type enabling you to enter any number of references to records in other tables of the base, and map 1:n, n:1, and n:m relations.
https://seatable.com/help/overview-all-column-types/ -
Automations Yes verified 2026-07-09
Automations help you automate work processes while saving time and reducing human errors.
https://seatable.com/help/automations-overview-seatable/ -
Forms intake Yes verified 2026-07-09
Form pages in SeaTable apps enable organizations to build different forms that users can then submit.
https://seatable.com/help/form-pages-in-seatable-apps/ -
API access Yes verified 2026-07-09
To interact with a base via the SeaTable API, a so-called API token must first be created.
https://seatable.com/help/create-api-tokens/ -
Self-hostable Yes verified 2026-07-09
With your own server, there are no different versions. You always get the full range of features from SeaTable Enterprise.
https://seatable.com/prices/ -
Row limits (free tier) Yes verified 2026-07-09
Free tier limited to 10,000 rows per base.
10.000 Rows
https://seatable.com/prices/ -
Permissions & roles Yes verified 2026-07-09
granular permission management allowing organizations to define who is allowed to see or edit specific tables, columns, and rows.
https://seatable.com/en/excel-alternative/ -
Import from spreadsheets Yes verified 2026-07-09
SeaTable supports importing bases from its own DTABLE format, from Excel files, and from the generic CSV format.
https://seatable.com/help/data-import-export-seatable/ -
Attachments Yes verified 2026-07-09
File column that stores any number of files of any file type.
https://seatable.com/help/overview-all-column-types/ -
External sharing Yes verified 2026-07-09
External link lets you share bases or views externally, whether someone has a SeaTable account or not.
https://seatable.com/help/base-and-view-sharing-overview/
FAQ
Yes. Baserow, NocoDB and Grist have a free tier or are fully free. Free-tier limits in the comparison table are verified and dated.
Baserow, NocoDB and Grist — every license claim links its source.