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Best Glide alternatives — pricing compared
The best Glide alternatives are Retool, Airtable, Bubble, and Softr — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is Retool at $9 per builder/month.
4 Glide alternatives compared
Each "cheapest paid tier" below is the lowest paid monthly (or annual-equivalent) price the competitor publishes on its own pricing page. Custom-quote and usage-based add-ons aren't included; click any tool for its full per-tier breakdown.
Why teams look past Glide
- Retool — Internal-tool platform billed per builder and per internal user.
- Airtable — Spreadsheet-database hybrid with views, automations, and AI.
- Bubble — Visual web and mobile app builder priced per app, with separate tiers for web, mobile, or both.
- Softr — Builds client portals and internal tools on top of Airtable or Google Sheets.
Compare against Glide itself
Before you switch, price Glide on the same terms. The full breakdown has every tier, hidden fee, and per-seat math.
Frequently asked questions
Is Retool cheaper than Glide?
Yes — Retool's cheapest paid tier is $9, below Glide's cheapest paid tier at $199. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.
What is the best free alternative to Glide?
Retool publishes a free tier, making it the best no-cost starting point among Glide alternatives on this page. Check its usage limits before committing.
Which Glide alternative should I compare first?
Buyers evaluating Glide most often shortlist Retool, Airtable, Bubble. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.