NocoDB

Open SourceOtherSelf-hostable

Turns any MySQL, Postgres or SQLite database into a smart spreadsheet with grid, gallery, kanban and form views — the leading open-source alternative to Airtable.

Open source alternative to

Airtable

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About NocoDB

NocoDB turns a database you already have — MySQL, Postgres or SQLite — into a smart spreadsheet with grid, gallery, kanban and form views layered on top. Instead of importing your data into a new proprietary store, it works with what you've got.

It's API-first with REST and GraphQL endpoints, plus automations and webhooks, and it's open source under AGPL-3.0 with a generous self-hosted tier — which is a large part of why it's become the most widely adopted open Airtable alternative.

Key features

Works on your own database — Point NocoDB at an existing MySQL, Postgres or SQLite database instead of migrating your data.
Multiple views — Grid, gallery, kanban and form views all sit on top of the same underlying tables.
REST & GraphQL APIs — Every base is automatically exposed through both REST and GraphQL endpoints.
Self-hostable — Run NocoDB on your own infrastructure with a generous free, self-hosted tier.

The honest read

What we like

Connects to a real database you already own
Generous free self-hosted tier
Fast-moving, active development
Strong API-first design (REST + GraphQL)
Automations and webhooks built in

Worth knowing

UI can feel less polished than Airtable in places
Some advanced Airtable features (deep revision history) are still catching up
Larger self-hosted setups need real database ops knowledge
Some enterprise features are paywalled

FAQ

Is NocoDB free to use?

Yes — NocoDB is free and open source under AGPL-3.0, with a generous self-hosted tier. A paid cloud plan is also available.

Do I need to migrate my data to use NocoDB?

No — NocoDB connects directly to an existing MySQL, Postgres or SQLite database instead of requiring a data migration.

Does NocoDB have an API?

Yes — every base automatically gets REST and GraphQL API endpoints.

How is NocoDB different from Airtable?

NocoDB is open source, self-hostable and works on top of a real SQL database, while Airtable is a closed-source, cloud-only product with its own proprietary storage.