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Anaconda vs Baserow

Anaconda logo

Anaconda

Machine Learning & Data Science

The world's most popular data science platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Baserow logo

Baserow

Spreadsheet & Data

Open-source no-code database platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Anaconda dependency resolution slower than pip due to SAT solver complexity; Baserow the free tier is capped at 3,000 rows and 2GB of storage per workspace
  • They diverge on capability: Anaconda covers Conda package manager, Baserow covers Database tables.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Anaconda and Baserow actually diverge.

Attributes where Anaconda and Baserow differ
AttributeAnacondaBaserow
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux, Web/CloudWeb, Api, Self-hosted
CategoryMachine Learning & Data ScienceSpreadsheet & Data
Founded20122019

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Anaconda

  • Conda package manager
  • Environment management
  • 1500+ packages
  • Navigator GUI
  • Cross-platform support
  • Jupyter
  • VS Code
  • PyCharm

Only in Baserow

  • Database tables
  • Multiple views
  • Forms
  • API access
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Templates
  • Plugins
  • Self-hosting

What people use each for

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

Anaconda

  • Machine learningnot Baserow
  • Data analysisnot Baserow
  • Model trainingnot Baserow
  • Predictive analyticsnot Baserow

Baserow

  • Self-hosting an open source alternative to a spreadsheet databasenot Anaconda
  • Structured team data with Kanban, calendar and grid viewsnot Anaconda
  • Building internal tools on top of a database with an APInot Anaconda
  • Sharing data with external app users without giving them full seatsnot Anaconda

Where each one falls short

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

Anaconda

  • Dependency resolution slower than pip due to SAT solver complexity
  • Not all PyPI packages available through default Anaconda repository
  • Requires paid licenses for organizations with 200+ employees
  • Larger disk footprint than minimal Python installations

Baserow

  • The free tier is capped at 3,000 rows and 2GB of storage per workspace
  • Kanban, calendar and survey views need Premium at $10 per user per month billed yearly
  • Role-based permissions, audit logs and SSO require Premium or higher
  • Row limits are per workspace rather than per table, so splitting data across bases does not raise the ceiling
  • Automation runs are metered as credits, 2,000 a month on free

Pricing, plan by plan

Anaconda

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 600+ pre-installed packages
    • Anaconda Navigator
    • 5GB cloud storage
  • Starter$15/month
    • 10GB cloud storage per user
    • Professional development environment
    • Team workspace controls
  • Business$50/month
    • Automated vulnerability scanning
    • Audit trails
    • Enterprise SSO

Baserow

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited rows
    • Core features
    • Community support
  • Premium$5/user/month
    • Row comments
    • Kanban view
    • Survey form

Which should you pick?

Choose Anaconda if

  • You need conda package manager.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Linux, Web/Cloud.
  • You also want environment management.
Anaconda review

Choose Baserow if

  • You need database tables.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Api, Self-hosted.
  • You also want multiple views.
Baserow review

Questions people ask

Is Anaconda or Baserow better?
Neither clearly leads. Anaconda starts at Free and Baserow at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Anaconda or Baserow?
Anaconda starts at Free and Baserow at Free.
Does Anaconda or Baserow run on more platforms?
Anaconda runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Web/Cloud. Baserow runs on Web, Api, Self-hosted.
Can I use Anaconda for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Anaconda best used for?
Anaconda is most often used for machine learning, data analysis, model training, predictive analytics. Of those, machine learning and data analysis are not what Baserow is typically brought in for.
What can Anaconda do that Baserow cannot?
Anaconda covers Conda package manager, Environment management, 1500+ packages, Navigator GUI. Baserow covers Database tables, Multiple views, Forms, API access.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Anaconda: Does Anaconda have a free version?

Yes. Anaconda Distribution is free and includes 600+ pre-installed data science packages, Navigator, and 5GB of cloud storage. Organizations with 200+ employees must use paid plans unless they qualify for academic or non-profit exemptions.

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Anaconda: What is the difference between Anaconda Distribution and Miniconda?

Anaconda Distribution includes 600+ pre-installed packages optimized for data science out of the box. Miniconda is lightweight with only conda, Python, and essential packages, requiring manual installation of additional libraries.

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Anaconda: Does Anaconda integrate with VS Code?

Yes. Anaconda environments can be activated in VS Code, and you can run Jupyter Notebooks directly. Both JupyterLab and conda can be managed through the VS Code Jupyter extension.

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Anaconda: What platforms does Anaconda support?

Anaconda runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, with cloud-based deployment options. Anaconda Notebooks provides a cloud-based JupyterLab environment requiring no local installation.

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Anaconda: Do all PyPI packages work with Anaconda?

Not all PyPI packages are available through Anaconda's default conda repository. When a package is unavailable in conda, you can install it from conda-forge or pip as an alternative.

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