#3 in No-Code & Automation Tools

Softr review (2026)

Client portals and internal tools on Airtable/Sheets/own DB

Best for beginners

75.5

Our verdict

Softr builds client portals, internal tools and simple web apps on top of its own database, Airtable, Google Sheets and more. It's one of the fastest ways for non-technical teams to ship something real, and its free plan allows live users. Custom logic is limited compared to Bubble, and user caps push you to higher tiers quickly. Its 25% recurring affiliate program is a good fit for Build Stack List.

Pros

Fastest to a working portal
Usable free plan
AI app generation

Cons

Limited custom logic
Per-user limits push upgrades

Softr pricing

Free
Basic $19/mo
Pro $99/mo
Business $329/mo
Enterprise custom

Free tier: Yes: 5 app users, 5,000 records/app, 3 builders

Checked 2026-10-16. Prices change often; confirm on the official site.

Score breakdown

Output quality 25% weight	7/10
Speed 15% weight	9/10
Ease of use 15% weight	9/10
Depth & control 15% weight	6/10
Deploy & integrations 10% weight	8/10
Pricing value 10% weight	7/10
Momentum 10% weight	7/10

Scores are editorial estimates from public research (2026-10), not yet hands-on tested. We'll update them as we run each tool through our three standard builds. Methodology.

This tool has an affiliate program. Our link is currently a plain official link; if it becomes an affiliate link, it will be disclosed here and never affect the score.

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FAQ

How much does Softr cost?

Softr plans: Free; Basic $19/mo; Pro $99/mo; Business $329/mo; Enterprise custom. Free tier: Yes: 5 app users, 5,000 records/app, 3 builders. Prices checked 2026-10-16.

Is Softr worth it?

Softr scores 75.5/100 and ranks #3 among no-code & automation tools. It's best for: Client portals and internal tools on Airtable/Sheets/own DB.

What are the best Softr alternatives?

Top alternatives in the same category: n8n (82.5), Make (79.5), Bubble (72.5).