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Head-to-head · No-Code Database Software

Grist vs Ragic

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 8 checks side by side
Higher score Grist #2 in No-Code Database Software 9.2/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 5 of 5 features Visit Grist
Ragic #5 in No-Code Database Software 8.8/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 5 of 5 features Visit Ragic

Grist leads on 1 check, Ragic on 1, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 8 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGrist · 9.2/10
  • Lowest starting priceRagic · $5/user/mo
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialboth

Grist scores higher on our rubric for no-code database software: 9.2 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #5.

Ragic is cheaper to start at $5/user/mo against $8/user/mo. Grist leads on record limit: 5000 records versus 1000 records.

Grist is the better fit for open-source teams needing advanced database controls. Ragic is the better fit for established teams needing mobile and offline databases.

  • Grist fits best

    Open-source teams needing advanced database controls

  • Ragic fits best

    Established teams needing mobile and offline databases

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Side by side

Feature Grist 9.2/10 Visit ↗ Ragic 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.8
Ranking #2 in No-Code Database Software #5 in No-Code Database Software
Best for Open-source teams needing advanced database controls Established teams needing mobile and offline databases
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $8/user/mo $5/user/mo (best)
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 30 days 30 days
Free trial length 30 days 30 days · no card needed
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Self-hosted Cloud, Self-hosted, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux Web, iOS, Android
Integrations 5 integrations 8 integrations
Features Grist 5/5 · Ragic 5/5
Relational data ✓ ✓
Permission controls ✓ ✓
App interface builder ✓ ✓
Workflow automation ✓ ✓
API access ✓ ✓
Specs
Deployment Both Both
Record limit 5000 records (best) 1000 records
Our review
Pros
  • Relational tables, formulas, dashboards, forms, and custom layouts
  • Granular row-, column-, and cell-level access rules
  • Cloud, desktop, API, and self-hosted deployment options
  • Relational sheets, linked records, and subtables support complex operational data.
  • Granular permissions, workflows, and action buttons support controlled processes.
  • Mobile apps offer offline support, with cloud and on-premises deployment options.
Cons
  • Free documents are limited to 5,000 records each
  • Business requires a minimum of five users
  • Community edition includes community support
  • The Free plan limits teams to three custom sheets and 1,000 records each.
  • Advanced plans become costly, especially concurrent-user and dedicated-server options.
  • Its broad configuration model may require more planning than simpler database tools.
Our verdict

Grist combines spreadsheet-style editing with relational tables, linked records, forms, dashboards, charts, pivot tables, and custom layouts. It is designed for individuals and teams that need to turn structured data into no-code…

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Ragic is a no-code platform for building customizable business database applications. It suits established teams managing operational data across related tables, forms, approval processes, and user groups. Teams can create custom sheets,…

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  1. GristNo-Code Database Software 9.2Free plan · 30-day trial
  2. RagicNo-Code Database Software 8.8Free plan · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Grist — where it wins

    • Relational tables, formulas, dashboards, forms, and custom layouts
    • Granular row-, column-, and cell-level access rules
    • Cloud, desktop, API, and self-hosted deployment options

    Where it doesn't

    • Free documents are limited to 5,000 records each
    • Business requires a minimum of five users
    • Community edition includes community support

  • Ragic — where it wins

    • Relational sheets, linked records, and subtables support complex operational data.
    • Granular permissions, workflows, and action buttons support controlled processes.
    • Mobile apps offer offline support, with cloud and on-premises deployment options.

    Where it doesn't

    • The Free plan limits teams to three custom sheets and 1,000 records each.
    • Advanced plans become costly, especially concurrent-user and dedicated-server options.
    • Its broad configuration model may require more planning than simpler database tools.
  • Grist9.2/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

    A flexible open-source database builder with strong controls and a generous free tier.

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  • Ragic8.8/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

    A mature relational database builder with flexible controls, workflows, and deployment options.

    Visit RagicFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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