Baserow replaces 2 paid apps
One open-source tool, 2 subscriptions it can stand in for. Each pairing below is curated and verified by hand, with the honest catch spelled out. No votes, no pay-to-list.
licenseMIT
runsyour machine or their cloud
installHosted signup, or Docker/Docker Compose for self-hosting
dataCloud workspaces live in Baserow Cloud; self-hosted records live in PostgreSQL and uploaded files in the mounted Baserow data volume; CSV export is available
setupSelf-hosting requires Docker, persistent volumes, secrets, and public-URL/TLS configuration
facts verified 2026-08-10
Airtable's database half with public forms and your own disk underneath
the verdict →
Airtable's database half with public forms and your own disk underneath
the catchBaserow can hold project rows but does not match Smartsheet's Gantt dependencies, critical-path planning, portfolio reporting, and resource management.
the verdict →all Smartsheet alternatives →last updated 2026-08-10 · up to $372/yr replaced · no votes, no pay-to-list
