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 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 NocoDB.

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  1. LibreOffice - Calc icon

    LibreOffice - Calc

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    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.

    65 LibreOffice - Calc alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • ReactOS
    • Flathub
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    • LibreOffice - Calc is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Grist.

    • LibreOffice - Calc is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Grist.

    • LibreOffice - Calc is Free and Open SourceGrist is Freemium and Open Source
    • LibreOffice - Calc is LightweightGrist is not according to our users
  2. Microsoft Excel icon

    Microsoft Excel

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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.

    117 Microsoft Excel alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
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    • Microsoft Excel is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Grist.

    • Microsoft Excel is the most popular commercial alternative to Grist.

    • Microsoft Excel is Paid and ProprietaryGrist is Freemium and Open Source
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    Proton Sheets

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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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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    • Proton Sheets is the most popular Web-based alternative to Grist.

    • Proton Sheets is Freemium and Open SourceGrist is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Proton Sheets is Security-focusedGrist is not according to our users
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    Airtable

    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...

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  6. Google Sheets icon

    Google Sheets

     268 likes
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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.

    117 Google Sheets alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  7. NocoDB icon

    NocoDB

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    NocoDB is a feature-rich, open source #NoCode platform that turns any database into a smart spreadsheet similar to Airtable.

    117 NocoDB alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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    • NocoDB is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Grist.

    • NocoDB is Freemium and Open SourceGrist is also Freemium and Open Source
    • NocoDB is CustomizableGrist is not according to our users
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    Teable

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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.

    69 Teable alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
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    • Teable is the most popular SaaS alternative to Grist.

    • Teable is Free Personal and Open SourceGrist is Freemium and Open Source
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    Airtable

     150 likes
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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.

    61 Airtable alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Baserow

     68 likes
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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...

    50 Baserow alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Kubernetes
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
    • Docker Hub
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  12. LibreOffice - Base icon

    LibreOffice - Base

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    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...

    76 LibreOffice - Base alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
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    Undb

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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

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
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  14. IronCalc icon

    IronCalc

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    The democratization of spreadsheets. Empowering everyone with advanced, open-source spreadsheet solutions.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  15. Directus icon

    Directus

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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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • DigitalOcean
    • Self-Hosted
    • Ubuntu
    • Heroku
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
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