Alternatives · Spreadsheets
Quadratic alternatives
Quadratic compared with 4 alternatives: Sourcetable, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel and Grist.
Quadratic has a free plan. Paid plans start at $18 per user / month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly). All 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| QuadraticThis tool | Free plan · from $18/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Sourcetable | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web |
| Google Sheets | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft Excel | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Grist | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from Quadratic
- Free plan · from $29/mo
Sourcetable
AI spreadsheet that queries databases and business apps
- Sourcetable starts at $29 per user / month. Quadratic starts at $18 per user / month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Only Quadratic lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Quadratic is self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Analysts who want to query databases and SaaS data without writing SQL
- Free plan · from $7/mo
Google Sheets
Browser-based spreadsheet, free with a Google Account
- Google Sheets starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter). Quadratic starts at $18 per user / month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Only Google Sheets lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Quadratic lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Quadratic is self-hostable, according to its own site.
Suits: Teams that edit and review the same spreadsheet together in a browser
- Free plan · from $9.99/mo
Microsoft Excel
Spreadsheet app sold with Microsoft 365, free in the browser
- Microsoft Excel starts at $9.99 / month, or $99.99 / year (Microsoft 365 Personal). Quadratic starts at $18 per user / month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Only Microsoft Excel lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Quadratic lists a Linux app.
- Quadratic is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Microsoft Excel also covers templates.
Suits: People who need a full desktop spreadsheet on Windows or Mac
- Free plan · from $8/mo
Grist
Open-source relational spreadsheet with Python formulas
- Grist starts at $8 per user / month, billed annually. Quadratic starts at $18 per user / month, billed annually ($20 billed monthly).
- Grist is open source, according to its own site.
- Grist also covers databases.
Suits: Spreadsheet users who have outgrown a single sheet and need linked tables
Limits worth knowing in Quadratic
- The free Personal plan limits AI messages, editable files, connections and sharing, and has no export to Excel, CSV or .grid.
- Paid plans include a set AI credit allowance per user each month; only Business can buy more usage on demand.
- Single sign-on is listed only on the Enterprise plan, which is priced on request.
- Chrome and other Chromium browsers get first-tier support; Safari and Firefox are second-tier and less performant.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Quadratic?
The alternatives to Quadratic in this directory are Sourcetable, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel and Grist. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Quadratic.
Is there a free alternative to Quadratic?
Yes. Sourcetable, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel and Grist have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Quadratic alternatives work on Android?
The Quadratic listing does not include an Android app. Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel list one.
Which Quadratic alternatives work on iOS?
The Quadratic listing does not include an iOS app. Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Quadratic?
Grist is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.