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Zoho Tables alternatives
Zoho Tables compared with 6 alternatives: Airtable, Smartsheet, Stackby, Baserow, Microsoft Lists and 1 more.
Zoho Tables has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4 per user / month, billed annually ($5 billed monthly); minimum 3 licenses. 4 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoho TablesThis tool | Free plan · from $4/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Airtable | Free plan · from $20/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Smartsheet | Free trial · from $9/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Stackby | Free plan · from $4.2/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Baserow | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web |
| Microsoft Lists | Free trial · from $5.40/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Zoho Sheet | Free plan · from $2.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Zoho Tables
- Free plan · from $20/mo
Airtable
Relational database platform for building team workflows and apps
- Airtable starts at $20 per seat / month, billed annually ($24 billed monthly). Zoho Tables starts at $4 per user / month, billed annually ($5 billed monthly); minimum 3 licenses.
- Only Airtable lists a Windows app.
- Airtable also covers calendar and Gantt & timelines.
- Zoho Tables also covers no-code and forms.
Suits: Teams that want to shape a database into their own project tracker
- Free trial · from $9/mo
Smartsheet
Spreadsheet-style project and work management for teams
- Smartsheet starts at $9 per Member / month, billed yearly ($12 billed monthly). Zoho Tables starts at $4 per user / month, billed annually ($5 billed monthly); minimum 3 licenses.
- Zoho Tables has a free plan. Smartsheet does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Smartsheet lists a Windows app.
- Smartsheet also covers tasks, calendar and Gantt & timelines.
- Zoho Tables also covers databases, no-code and forms.
Suits: Teams that are comfortable working in spreadsheets
- Free plan · from $4.2/mo
Stackby
No-code spreadsheet-database with forms, automations and AI
- Stackby starts at $4.2 per user / month for 3 users, billed annually ($149 / year). Zoho Tables starts at $4 per user / month, billed annually ($5 billed monthly); minimum 3 licenses.
- Only Stackby lists a Windows app.
- Stackby also covers Gantt & timelines.
Suits: Small teams that want a spreadsheet-style database with forms and automations
- Free plan · from $10/mo
Baserow
Open-source no-code database and application builder
- Baserow starts at $10 per user / month, billed yearly. Zoho Tables starts at $4 per user / month, billed annually ($5 billed monthly); minimum 3 licenses.
- Only Zoho Tables lists iOS, Android and macOS apps.
- Baserow is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Baserow also covers app builder.
- Zoho Tables also covers kanban boards and forms.
Suits: Teams that want an Airtable-style database they can host themselves
- Free trial · from $5.40/mo
Microsoft Lists
Information-tracking lists app included with Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Lists starts at $5.40 per user / month, paid yearly (Microsoft 365 Business Basic, no Teams). Zoho Tables starts at $4 per user / month, billed annually ($5 billed monthly); minimum 3 licenses.
- Zoho Tables has a free plan. Microsoft Lists does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Zoho Tables lists iOS, Android and macOS apps.
- Microsoft Lists also covers templates.
- Zoho Tables also covers kanban boards, no-code and forms.
Suits: Organizations already paying for Microsoft 365 that need shared trackers
- Free plan · from $2.50/mo
Zoho Sheet
Collaborative online spreadsheet with a free version
- Zoho Sheet starts at $2.50 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho WorkDrive Starter). Zoho Tables starts at $4 per user / month, billed annually ($5 billed monthly); minimum 3 licenses.
- Only Zoho Sheet lists a Windows app.
- Zoho Sheet also covers templates and spreadsheets.
- Zoho Tables also covers databases, kanban boards, workflow automation, no-code and forms.
Suits: Individuals who want a spreadsheet at no cost on web, desktop and mobile
Limits worth knowing in Zoho Tables
- The Professional plan starts from 3 licenses, and the Free plan is limited to 2 users.
- Records are capped per base: 5,000 on Free and 50,000 on Professional, with more sold as an add-on.
- AI field types and removing Zoho Tables branding from forms need the Professional plan.
- The pricing page lists apps for Android and iOS only. The App Store listing also shows Mac compatibility; other desktop use is through the browser.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Zoho Tables?
The alternatives to Zoho Tables in this directory are Airtable, Smartsheet, Stackby, Baserow, Microsoft Lists and Zoho Sheet. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Zoho Tables.
Is there a free alternative to Zoho Tables?
Yes. Airtable, Stackby, Baserow and Zoho Sheet have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Zoho Tables alternatives work on Windows?
The Zoho Tables listing does not include a Windows app. Airtable, Smartsheet, Stackby and Zoho Sheet list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Zoho Tables?
Baserow 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 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.