NOCODB
No-code development platforms
Application development software
Rapid application development (RAD) software
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What is NOCODB
NocoDB is an open-source no-code platform that turns relational databases into a spreadsheet-like interface for building lightweight business applications. It targets teams that want to create internal tools, manage data, and collaborate on records using existing databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server. The product emphasizes database-first app building, self-hosting, and API access for integrating data-driven workflows.
Database-first, SQL-friendly approach
NocoDB connects directly to existing relational databases and exposes tables as editable grids, forms, and views. This reduces the need to migrate data into a proprietary datastore when teams already operate on SQL systems. It also supports API access on top of the connected database, which helps developers integrate no-code-built data apps with other systems.
Open-source and self-hostable
NocoDB is available as open-source software and can be deployed on customer-managed infrastructure. This supports use cases with stricter data residency, network isolation, or compliance requirements. Self-hosting also provides more control over upgrades, backups, and operational monitoring than purely vendor-hosted tools.
Familiar spreadsheet-style UX
The interface presents database records in a spreadsheet-like grid that many business users can adopt quickly. Teams can create views and basic data entry experiences without building a full custom UI from scratch. This makes it practical for rapid internal tooling and operational data management where speed matters more than bespoke front-end design.
Limited advanced app UX
NocoDB focuses on data grids, forms, and views rather than highly customized end-user application interfaces. For customer-facing apps or complex multi-step experiences, teams may need additional front-end tooling. This can increase implementation effort compared with platforms that provide richer UI builders and packaged app components.
Workflow automation is basic
Compared with broader RAD suites, NocoDB’s native workflow, approvals, and orchestration capabilities are more limited. Organizations often rely on external automation tools or custom services for complex business processes. This can introduce extra integration work and operational dependencies.
Operational ownership for self-hosting
Running NocoDB in production requires managing infrastructure, security hardening, upgrades, and database performance. Teams without DevOps capacity may find hosted alternatives simpler to operate. Even when using a managed database, the application layer still needs monitoring and maintenance.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 per user/month (Free for up to 3 users) | 3 Editor seats, 10 Commenter seats, 1,000 records, 1 GB storage, 100 webhook runs/month, 1,000 API calls/month, 1 Extension. (No credit card required). |
| Plus | $12 per seat/month (billed annually) — $15 per seat/month (billed monthly). Unlimited-seats option: $108/month (annual) or $135/month (monthly; "Pay for 9 users, unlimited free users after"). | Everything in Free plus: Unlimited commenter seats, 50,000 records, 20 GB storage, 10,000 webhook runs/month, 100,000 API calls/month, Unlimited extensions. Note: External database connections are NOT supported on Plus. |
| Business | $24 per seat/month (billed annually) — $30 per seat/month (billed monthly). Unlimited-seats option: $216/month (annual) or $270/month (monthly). | Everything in Plus plus: 300,000 records, 100 GB storage, 50,000 webhook runs/month, 1,000,000 API calls/month, 10 external database connections, Private Bases, SAML-based SSO. |
| Enterprise | Contact sales — Starting at $1,000/month (per site) | Everything in Business plus: Unlimited workspaces, Unlimited records, Audit Logs, On-premise & air-gapped installation options, White labelling, Priority/Enterprise support. (Get a quote / schedule a call required.) |
Seller details
NocoDB Inc.
San Francisco, California, United States
2021
Private
https://nocodb.com/
https://x.com/nocodb
https://www.linkedin.com/company/nocodb
