Glide
Accounting practice management software
Accounting & finance software
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£41.23 per month
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What is Glide
Glide is a no-code platform for building internal business apps from data sources such as spreadsheets and databases. Accounting firms and finance teams use it to create lightweight tools for client intake, task tracking, document checklists, and operational workflows without custom software development. The product emphasizes rapid app creation, role-based access, and integrations to connect data and automate steps across common business systems.
Fast no-code app creation
Glide lets non-developers build web and mobile-friendly apps using templates, visual components, and data-driven screens. This can reduce reliance on IT resources for simple workflow tools used in an accounting practice. Teams can iterate quickly as processes change during busy periods. It is well-suited to creating firm-specific utilities that are not covered by standard practice management modules.
Flexible data-source integrations
Glide supports connecting to common data sources (for example spreadsheets and supported databases) and can integrate with other business tools through built-in connectors and automation services. This helps firms centralize operational data used for tracking engagements, requests, and status updates. It can complement existing accounting and practice systems by adding a custom front-end for specific processes. The approach is useful when firms need a tailored workflow without migrating core accounting data.
Role-based access controls
Glide provides user authentication and permissioning options to control who can view or edit data in an app. This is important for accounting use cases where client information and internal workpapers require restricted access. Apps can be structured so staff, managers, and clients see different screens or fields. These controls support internal operations and limited external collaboration scenarios.
Not a dedicated practice suite
Glide is a general-purpose app builder rather than purpose-built accounting practice management software. Firms typically need to assemble their own workflows for jobs, deadlines, billing coordination, and client communications rather than using standardized accounting-firm features. This can increase design effort and ongoing administration compared with specialized practice platforms. It may be less efficient for firms seeking an out-of-the-box end-to-end practice system.
Accounting functionality is indirect
Glide does not function as a general ledger, tax engine, or bookkeeping system. Accounting and finance outcomes depend on how the firm models data and connects Glide to other systems. This can create gaps for audit trails, period controls, and accounting-specific validations that dedicated finance products provide. Teams may still require separate accounting software for core financial operations.
Governance and scale considerations
As the number of apps, users, and connected data sources grows, firms may need stronger governance around data ownership, change control, and app lifecycle management. Complex logic and multi-step processes can become harder to maintain in a no-code environment compared with engineered applications. Performance and data-model constraints depend on the chosen back-end and plan limits. Organizations with strict compliance requirements may need additional controls and documentation beyond what a lightweight app layer provides.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | £41.23 per month (example shown for 1 user) | Self-guided with ticket support; includes Glide workflow engine, scheduler, message automation, integrations (Zapier/API). Price shown on site is calculated using a "number of users" slider (total monthly price based on chosen user licences). VAT may be added. |
| Advanced | £63.22 per month (example shown) | Includes telephone support and "comprehensive onboarding assistance available"; unlimited (site-listed) items for larger usage; price varies with user count. |
| Professional | £63.22 per month (example shown) | Includes dedicated success manager, video calls, telephone & ticket support; comprehensive onboarding available; price varies with user count. |
| Enterprise | Custom / Contact sales | For >100 users: contact Glide for enterprise solutions and custom pricing. |
Additional official-site notes: Glide Time is an optional add-on. Automated SMS costs shown as 5p per SMS (passed through). Subscriptions can be paid monthly or annually (5% discount for annual billing). Free 30-day trial is available but must be arranged after a demonstration (per the vendor site).
Seller details
Glide Apps, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, USA
2019
Private
https://www.glideapps.com/
https://x.com/glideapps
https://www.linkedin.com/company/glideapps/
