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Airtable vs WeWeb

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Airtable

Databases

Create apps that perfectly fit your team's needs

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
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WeWeb

No-Code

Front-end builder for applications whose data already lives somewhere else

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
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The short version

  • Airtable is a cloud collaboration platform.
  • WeWeb is free; Airtable starts at $20/user/mo.
  • Only Airtable lists spreadsheet-database hybrid; only WeWeb lists backend agnostic.
  • Where Airtable falls short: hitting a plan limit blocks adding records or attachments entirely until you upgrade, rather than degrading gracefully.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Airtable and WeWeb actually diverge.

Attributes where Airtable and WeWeb differ
AttributeAirtableWeWeb
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOSWeb
CategoryDatabasesNo-Code

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes).

Not yet recorded: pricing model for Airtable, founded for WeWeb.

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Airtable

  • Spreadsheet-database hybrid
  • Custom views
  • Automation
  • Forms
  • Integrations
  • Mobile apps
  • Real-time collaboration
  • API access

Only in WeWeb

  • Backend agnostic
  • Vue output
  • Data binding and workflows
  • Custom code
  • White labelling
  • Staging and publishing

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Airtable

  • Structured team databases with grid, calendar and kanban viewsnot WeWeb
  • Lightweight internal tools built on shared recordsnot WeWeb
  • Automations between Airtable and other systemsnot WeWeb
  • Sharing read-only views with collaborators, who are not chargednot WeWeb
  • Collecting submissions through forms without paying for a seatnot WeWeb

WeWeb

  • Building an interface over data that already lives in Supabase or PostgreSQLnot Airtable
  • Agency work where the client contract requires an application that runs without the vendornot Airtable
  • Replacing the front end of a no-code application that has outgrown its original platformnot Airtable
  • Internal tools for staff where the database and its permissions already exist and must not be duplicatednot Airtable

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Airtable

  • Hitting a plan limit blocks adding records or attachments entirely until you upgrade, rather than degrading gracefully
  • Team is $20 per user per month and Business $45, both at the annual rate
  • Automation and API usage are capped by plan
  • Enterprise Scale pricing is not published

WeWeb

  • There is no database, authentication provider or server-side logic layer, so a WeWeb project is always at least two subscriptions and the total cost is never the price on the pricing page
  • Self-hosting and the more useful delivery options sit on higher tiers, so on entry plans you are hosting with WeWeb and depending on its uptime for a production application
  • The learning curve is closer to a front-end framework than to a drag and drop builder; collections, bindings and state assume you understand how data flows through an interface, which defeats non-technical buyers
  • Output is web only. There is no native mobile build, so anything that must appear in the App Store needs a wrapper or a different tool entirely
  • It is a small European vendor competing against far larger platforms, so procurement teams that assess supplier viability, support depth and long-term roadmap will need convincing before signing

Pricing, plan by plan

Airtable

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited bases
    • 1,000 records per base
    • Up to 5 editors
  • Team$20/user/mo
    • 50,000 records per base
    • Unlimited automations
    • API access
  • Business$45/user/mo
    • 125,000 records per base
    • Advanced permissions
    • Priority support
  • Enterprise ScaleOn request
    • 500,000+ records per base
    • Custom SLA
    • Dedicated support

WeWeb

Free
  • WeWebOn request
    • Free tier for building and previewing before publishing
    • Paid tiers add custom domains, white labelling and higher usage
    • Self-hosting the generated application offered on higher tiers

Which should you pick?

Choose Airtable if

  • You need spreadsheet-database hybrid.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
  • You also want custom views.
Airtable review

Choose WeWeb if

  • You need backend agnostic.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want vue output.
WeWeb review

Questions people ask

Is Airtable or WeWeb better?
Neither clearly leads. Airtable starts at Free and WeWeb at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Airtable or WeWeb?
Airtable starts at Free and WeWeb at Free.
Does Airtable or WeWeb run on more platforms?
Airtable runs on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS. WeWeb runs on Web.
Can I use Airtable for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Airtable best used for?
Airtable is most often used for structured team databases with grid, calendar and kanban views, lightweight internal tools built on shared records, automations between airtable and other systems, sharing read-only views with collaborators, who are not charged. Of those, structured team databases with grid, calendar and kanban views and lightweight internal tools built on shared records are not what WeWeb is typically brought in for.
What can Airtable do that WeWeb cannot?
Airtable covers Spreadsheet-database hybrid, Custom views, Automation, Forms. WeWeb covers Backend agnostic, Vue output, Data binding and workflows, Custom code.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Airtable: Is there a free Airtable plan and what does it include?

Yes, Airtable's Free plan is indefinite with unlimited bases, 1,000 records per base, up to 5 editors, 1 GB storage per base, 100 automation runs per month, and core features like Interface Designer and mobile apps.

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WeWeb: Do I need another product to use WeWeb?

Yes. It builds the front end only. You need a backend such as Supabase, an existing database or an API before the application does anything useful.

Airtable: How does Airtable handle permissions and viewers?

Airtable charges per editor only. Read-only viewers, form submitters, and people accessing share links are free on every plan, making it cost-effective for large viewing audiences.

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WeWeb: Can I host the app myself?

On the higher tiers, yes. That is one of the main reasons agencies choose it, because the delivered application can run without the vendor in the path.

Airtable: What are Airtable's record limits?

Free plan has 1,000 records per base, Team plan has 50,000, Business plan has 125,000, and Enterprise Scale has 500,000+ records. Performance degrades past 100,000 records in a single base.

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WeWeb: Is it suitable for someone who cannot code?

Less so than most no-code builders. You do not have to write code, but you do have to think like a front-end developer about state, collections and bindings.

Airtable: Can Airtable integrate with other tools like Slack?

Yes, Airtable integrates with Slack via Zapier or Make.com, allowing automation like sending Slack messages when records are created or updated. Airtable also has a native API for direct integrations.

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