Softr Free replaces 3 paid apps
One genuinely free tool, 3 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.
licenseproprietary, free
runstheir cloud
installHosted signup in Softr Studio
dataApp definitions and any Softr Database records live in Softr's cloud; connected-source records remain in the external source, with Softr proxying requests and caching data for up to 24 hours; table blocks can export CSV or XLSX
setupNo software install; the first hurdle is choosing and authenticating a data source, then mapping its fields and permissions
facts verified 2026-08-10
A hosted portal builder with pages, forms, record editing, user groups, and visibility rules on the free plan.
the catchThe free plan cannot reproduce a production Knack portal without visible Softr branding and plan limits on users, records, and advanced permissions.
the verdict →all Knack alternatives →
A friendlier portal and dashboard builder with real users, forms, record actions, workflows, and a free published app.
the catchSoftr is stronger at portals and websites than mobile-style operational apps, so Glide's touch interactions and phone-first workflow are noticeably weaker.
the verdict →all Glide alternatives →
The same product's free plan publishes one branded portal with internal and external users, data actions, forms, and workflows.
the catchIt is the same builder, but the free plan keeps Softr branding and materially tighter limits on published apps, users, records, and advanced controls.
the verdict →all Softr alternatives →last updated 2026-08-10 · up to $1,308/yr replaced · no votes, no pay-to-list
