Appsmith
The open-source platform to build, ship, and maintain internal tools.
Overview
Appsmith is an open-source framework that enables developers to build admin panels, internal tools, and dashboards. It offers a drag-and-drop UI builder, connectors to various databases and APIs, and the ability to write JavaScript for custom logic. Being open-source, it can be self-hosted for greater control and security.
✨ Key Features
- Open-source
- Drag-and-drop UI builder with pre-built widgets
- Connect to any database or API
- Write JavaScript and use external libraries
- Version control with Git
- Self-hosting option
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Open-source with a strong community
- Flexibility of self-hosting
- No limit on users or apps in the free version
Unique Value: Appsmith provides an open-source, developer-friendly platform to build and maintain internal tools with the flexibility of code and the speed of a visual builder, without vendor lock-in.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Building a customer support dashboard that pulls data from multiple sources
- Creating an inventory management system for an e-commerce business
- Developing a tool for marketing teams to manage campaigns
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Customer-facing applications
- Public websites
- Native mobile apps
🏆 Alternatives
Compared to proprietary tools like Retool, Appsmith offers the benefits of open-source, including self-hosting and customization. It is more developer-centric than no-code platforms.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Free for self-hosting, with community support.
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