Spreadsheet-database hybrid that combines the simplicity of a spreadsheet with the power of a relational database. Used for project tracking, content calendars, inventory, and custom workflows.
Our take
Airtable is the most flexible tool on this list — a relational database disguised as a spreadsheet that can be turned into practically any workflow. The ability to link records across tables, create multiple views, and build custom interfaces makes it incredibly powerful for custom project management setups. The downside is cost: at $20-45/seat/month, it's pricier than dedicated PM tools, and the 1,000-record limit on the free tier is restrictive for anything beyond light use. The learning curve for building effective bases is steeper than it first appears. Best for teams with unique workflows that don't fit standard PM tools, especially operations, content, and product teams who need custom databases.
Pricing
Free
Free- • Unlimited bases
- • 1,000 records/base
- • Up to 5 editors
- • 1GB/base storage
- • 100 automations/mo
Team
$24/mo- • 50,000 records/base
- • 20GB attachments/base
- • 25,000 automations/mo
- • Standard integrations
Business
$54/mo- • 125,000 records/base
- • 100GB attachments
- • 100,000 automations/mo
- • SAML SSO
- • Admin panel
Enterprise Scale
$null/mo- • 500,000+ records/base
- • 1TB attachments
- • 500,000 automations/mo
- • Audit logs
- • Enterprise Hub
Pricing verified 2026-03-17
Ratings
Overall score: 79/100 (composite of the above ratings)
Features
core
collaboration
advanced
integrations
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Founded: 2012
HQ: San Francisco, CA
Company size: 501-1,000
Last updated: 2026-03-17