NocoDB review
A flexible no-code layer for relational data, workflows, APIs, and SQL connections.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
NocoDB is a no-code database platform for teams that want to work with structured data through a spreadsheet-style interface. It supports databases created from scratch as well as external PostgreSQL and MySQL connections. Users can organize information through grid, kanban, gallery, form, calendar, and map views, while linked records support one-to-one, one-to-many, many-to-one, and many-to-many relationships. It is suited to teams that need a visual database layer without giving up access to relational data and APIs.
The feature set covers more than table editing. Workspace, base, table, field, and record permissions provide control over access, while event-triggered workflows support actions, conditions, iteration, and delays. User-facing interfaces can present database data for specific use cases, and REST data and metadata APIs support application connections. AI-assisted generation can help configure schemas, fields, views, and formulas. PostgreSQL, MySQL, Airtable, CSV, and Excel are listed integrations, and the platform is available on web, Windows, macOS, Linux, and through an API.
Pricing creates a clear progression. The Free plan includes up to 3 editor seats, 10 commenter seats, 1,000 records, 1 GB of storage, 100 automation runs, and 1,000 API calls per month. Plus costs $12 per seat per month with annual billing and adds 50,000 records, 20 GB of storage, higher automation and API limits, and unlimited interfaces. Business costs $24 and adds external database connections and SAML-based single sign-on; Scale costs $45 and adds row-level security and audit logs. Enterprise has custom pricing, while Community is a free-forever, self-deployed edition with unlimited records, storage, and seats. NocoDB fits teams prioritizing SQL connectivity and deployment choice; smaller projects may find the free limits restrictive.
NocoDB pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Connects external PostgreSQL and MySQL databases
- Combines relational views, permissions, workflows, and interfaces
- Offers hosted cloud and self-hosted deployment options
- Where it doesn't
- Free plan is limited to 3 editor seats and 1,000 records
- Paid plans start at $12 per seat per month with annual billing
- Advanced security features begin on higher-priced plans
NocoDB fact sheet, pricing and score →
Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.
Last updated · How we research and update