Grist AlternativesSpreadsheet Apps & Database Management Tools like Grist

Grist is described as 'Transform data with an open-source interface using relational databases and Python engines. Collaborate in real-time with custom permissions for security' and is a popular Spreadsheet app in the development category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Grist for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, SaaS, Self-Hosted, Windows and Mac apps. The best Grist alternative is LibreOffice - Calc, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Grist are Microsoft Excel, Proton Sheets, Google Sheets and Airtable.

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Grist alternatives are mainly Spreadsheet Apps, but if you're looking for Database Management Tools or Team Collaboration Tools you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Open Source. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Grist.
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  1. LibreOffice Calc is the spreadsheet program you've always needed. A fork of OpenOffice.org Calc, professional data miners and number crunchers will appreciate its comprehensive range of advanced functions.

    67 LibreOffice - Calc alternatives

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    • PortableApps.com
    • ReactOS
    • Flathub
     
  2. Microsoft Excel icon
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    Comprehensive spreadsheet tool offering advanced data management with features like pivot tables, data visualization, and customizable charts for professional use in creating detailed reports and analyses.

    121 Microsoft Excel alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
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  3. Proton Sheets icon
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    End-to-end encrypted spreadsheets enabling secure business data management, real-time collaboration with access controls, data analysis with automatic functions and visual tools, integration with cloud storage, and cross-device workspace access for teams.

    51 Proton Sheets alternatives

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    • Online
     
  4. Google Sheets icon
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    Cloud spreadsheet app featuring real-time editing, support for Excel and CSV import/export, chart building, formula functionality, integrated chat, access controls, cloud syncing, access via web and mobile platforms, scripting, embedding, templates, and Drive integration.

    121 Google Sheets alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  5. Airtable icon
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    Powerful tool merging database and project management. Offers intuitive interface with grids, calendars, Kanban, templates, and real-time collaboration. Integrates with Slack, Google Drive, Salesforce; automates tasks; adapts for diverse workflows.

    68 Airtable alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  6. Teable icon
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    Teable is a super fast, real-time, professional, developer friendly, no-code database built on Postgres. It uses a simple, spreadsheet-like interface to create complex enterprise-level database applications.

    70 Teable alternatives

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    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

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    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
     
  7. Baserow icon
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    Baserow is the secure, open-source platform for building databases, applications, automations, and AI agents — all without code. Trusted by over 150,000 users, Baserow delivers enterprise-grade security with GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2 Type II compliance, plus cloud and self-hosted...

    51 Baserow alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Online
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    • Kubernetes
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
     
  8. Base is a full-featured desktop database front end, designed to meet the needs of a broad array of users, for all kinds of usages, such as keeping track of collections of objects,maintaining customer information databases,maintaining student grade and curriculum...

    77 LibreOffice - Base alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
     
  9. Directus icon
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    Directus, with over 20 million downloads, is the world's first Open Data Platform. It can transform any SQL database into an API and a no-code application instantly, providing equal data and digital file asset management access to all team members.

    217 Directus alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Online
    • DigitalOcean
    • Self-Hosted
    • Ubuntu
    • Heroku
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
     
  10. Undb icon
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    Undb is a local-first, offline-first no-code platform that empowers you to build and manage your own databases with ease. Start creating your type-safe APIs and manage your data securely. An Airtable alternative.

    62 Undb alternatives

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    • Docker
     
  11. Powerful Windows database management system integrating Jet Engine with a user-friendly GUI, enabling custom database solutions, data import, linking, and integration with Microsoft Office for efficient data management tasks.

    88 Microsoft Office Access alternatives

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    • Paid
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