Compare Grist alternatives and competitors
Here’s how Grist stacks up to the competition.
Grist is the evolution of spreadsheets
A bold claim. But no other tool combines the best parts of spreadsheets, databases, and app builders to make the most of your data. See how we compare.
Why SMBs and technical users choose Grist
Grist vs. Excel & Google Sheets
The power of spreadsheets
The tried and tested UI you know and love.
Relational from the ground up – adding the best of database design to the common spreadsheet.
Basic formulas boosted by full Python support and an AI spreadsheet assistant.
Grist vs. Airtable & Notion
The flexibility of apps
Drag-and-drop dashboards with charts, cards, and other views.
Dozens of templates, ready for data.
Granular access rules & permissions, right down to the cell.
Grist vs. Baserow & NocoDB
The transparency of open-source
You own your data – no lock-in.
Fully self-hostable, with the option to run completely locally.
Active community of contributors.
So… is it a spreadsheet, or an app Builder?
It’s Grist
The best of spreadsheets and databases.
Generous free plan with team support from the start.
Tons of resources: webinars, documentation, templates… you name it.
