Noloco vs. Softr: Which is the Right Choice for You?
Compare Noloco and Softr for building custom apps from your data. Explore their ease of use, flexibility, and key features to find the best fit for your needs.
Noloco is ideal for those who need advanced customization and control, while Softr is perfect for a template-rich experience.
Noloco
Softr
Ease of use
Streamlined for experienced users looking for advanced functionality.
Perfect for beginners with simple drag-and-drop tools.
Softr
Customization
Highly customizable with full control over app design and functionality.
Limited customization, more focused on templates and pre-built elements.
Free Plan comparison
With Noloco, you can fully explore the power of a true internal business app, including workflows and automations. And when you’re ready, paid plans start at just $29/month (compared to $59/month on Softr).
FEATURE
Noloco
Softr
Users
3 internal users + 7 external users
10 users
Applications
Unlimited
1
Database
2,000 rows
5,000 total rows but only 1,000 per database
Automations
Action buttons + 100 workflows + Noloco AI
Action buttons
Layouts
Grid, Table, List, Kanban, Map
Grid, Table, List, Calendar
Feature comparison
There’s a lot to love about Noloco and Softr. To really grasp the differences between them, let’s compare their features side by side. Here's a deeper look at how they stack up:
FEATURE
Noloco
Softr
Custom Integrations
Advanced integrations (Zapier, APIs, etc.)
Limited integrations (APIs in BETA)
Ease of Use
Medium (for tech-savvy users)
Very Easy (drag-and-drop)
Scalability
Highly scalable for teams
Best for small projects
App Hosting
Built-in hosting
Uses third-party platforms
Pricing Model
Subscription-based, flexible (add users 1 by 1)
Subscription-based, less flexibility
How Noloco and Softr solve your problems
Building internal tools and apps
Need a powerful internal tool like a CRM or project tracker? Noloco has you covered with automation and database management. For simpler websites or community forums, Softr is a better fit.
Data integrations
Noloco connects to 6+ databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, and REST APIs, making it ideal for complex data needs. Softr supports those but has APIs just in BETA, which can limit scalability.
Customization and flexibility
Noloco gives you full control over workflows and user roles, so you can customize everything. Softr sticks mainly to templates, making it easier to use but with less room for customization.
User roles and permissions
With global permissions, you can manage users easily in Noloco. In Softr, you have to set permissions for each action, which can be time-consuming for larger teams.
Ease of use
Noloco speeds things up by auto-generating pages and forms. Softr is beginner-friendly, but you’ll need to do more manual work to make dynamic apps.
Scalability and pricing
Want a plan that grows with your business? Noloco offers flexible user limits and data capacity. Softr starts off cheap, but has stricter limits and requires costly upgrades as your business expands.
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