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Budibase vs FlutterFlow

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Budibase

Spreadsheets

Build business apps in minutes

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
FlutterFlow logo

FlutterFlow

No-Code

Visual builder that outputs real Flutter code for iOS, Android and web

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Budibase cloud plans are metered on automation actions, from 5,000 a month on Pro to 250,000 on Business; FlutterFlow downloading your own generated code requires the Pro tier, so on cheaper plans you can build the application but cannot take it with you, which is precisely the reason most buyers chose the product.
  • They diverge on capability: Budibase covers Drag-and-drop builder, FlutterFlow covers Flutter code generation.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Budibase and FlutterFlow actually diverge.

Attributes where Budibase and FlutterFlow differ
AttributeBudibaseFlutterFlow
Pricing modelopen-sourcePer user per month
PlatformsWeb, Self-hostedWeb, iOS, Android
CategorySpreadsheetsNo-Code
Founded2019Unknown

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 Budibase

  • Drag-and-drop builder
  • Database design
  • REST API
  • User management
  • Workflows
  • Responsive design
  • 100+ integrations
  • REST API

Only in FlutterFlow

  • Flutter code generation
  • Firebase and Supabase integration
  • API and GraphQL calls
  • Store deployment
  • Team collaboration

Both cover

  • Custom code

What people use each for

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

Budibase

  • Building internal tools over existing databasesnot FlutterFlow
  • Self-hosting an open source low-code platformnot FlutterFlow
  • Admin panels and CRUD apps for operations teamsnot FlutterFlow
  • Automations triggered by data changesnot FlutterFlow

FlutterFlow

  • A founder building a genuine cross-platform mobile app rather than a web formnot Budibase
  • Prototyping an application that an in-house Flutter team will later take over as codenot Budibase
  • Agencies delivering client mobile apps on a fixed budget where handing over source is contractualnot Budibase
  • Internal apps that must be installed from the app stores rather than opened in a browsernot Budibase

Where each one falls short

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

Budibase

  • Cloud plans are metered on automation actions, from 5,000 a month on Pro to 250,000 on Business
  • Creator seats are limited and cost $50 each beyond the included count
  • End users are $5 per user per month on top of the plan
  • Custom branding needs Premium, SSO enforcement and environment variables need Business, and audit logs are Enterprise only
  • Log retention is tiered from 1 day on Pro to 365 days on Enterprise
  • Monthly billing costs 20 percent more than annual

FlutterFlow

  • Downloading your own generated code requires the Pro tier, so on cheaper plans you can build the application but cannot take it with you, which is precisely the reason most buyers chose the product.
  • The output is Dart and Flutter, so the escape hatch only helps an organisation that already has or is willing to hire Flutter developers; for a non-technical buyer the exported code is unusable.
  • Once logic moves into custom functions and custom widgets, the visual editor becomes slower than writing the same code by hand, so the tool works against you at exactly the point the project gets serious.
  • The browser editor gets sluggish on large projects, with preview and build times that lengthen as page and component counts grow, which is felt daily by teams past the prototype stage.
  • There is no backend; Firebase or Supabase modelling, security rules, indexes and their bills are entirely your responsibility, so a FlutterFlow application is always at least two subscriptions and two skill sets.

Pricing, plan by plan

Budibase

Free
  • Open SourceFree
    • Self-hosted
    • Community support
  • FreeFree
    • Cloud hosted
    • Limited features
  • Premium$50/month
    • Advanced features
    • Email support

FlutterFlow

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Build and preview applications
    • FlutterFlow branding
    • No code download
  • Standard$30/month
    • Removes branding
    • Custom domain for web deployment
    • Local run and testing
  • Pro$70/month
    • Download the generated Flutter source
    • GitHub integration
    • Custom code and custom widgets without restriction
  • Teams$70/month
    • Everything in Pro, billed per user
    • Shared project libraries and roles
    • Branching and collaborative editing

Which should you pick?

Choose Budibase if

  • You need drag-and-drop builder.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Self-hosted.
  • You also want database design.
Budibase review

Choose FlutterFlow if

  • You need flutter code generation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want firebase and supabase integration.
FlutterFlow review

Questions people ask

Is Budibase or FlutterFlow better?
Neither clearly leads. Budibase starts at Free and FlutterFlow at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Budibase or FlutterFlow?
Budibase starts at Free and FlutterFlow at Free.
Does Budibase or FlutterFlow run on more platforms?
Budibase runs on Web, Self-hosted. FlutterFlow runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Budibase for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Budibase best used for?
Budibase is most often used for building internal tools over existing databases, self-hosting an open source low-code platform, admin panels and crud apps for operations teams, automations triggered by data changes. Of those, building internal tools over existing databases and self-hosting an open source low-code platform are not what FlutterFlow is typically brought in for.
What can Budibase do that FlutterFlow cannot?
Budibase covers Drag-and-drop builder, Database design, REST API, User management. FlutterFlow covers Flutter code generation, Firebase and Supabase integration, API and GraphQL calls, Store deployment. Both handle Custom code.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Budibase: What happens if I exceed the monthly action limit on my plan?

Actions are hard monthly limits. Once you reach the limit on your plan (5K for Pro, 20K for Premium, 250K for Business), you must upgrade to a higher tier to continue using the service.

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FlutterFlow: Can I export the code?

Yes, on the Pro tier and above. Lower tiers can build and preview but not download the Flutter project.

Budibase: Is there a charge for additional users beyond what is included in my plan?

Yes. Each plan includes a limited number of creators (1 for Pro, expandable for Premium, 3 for Business), but end users are charged at $5 per user per month as an add-on.

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FlutterFlow: Do I need to know how to code?

Not to build a straightforward application. You will need Dart for custom functions, for anything unusual, and for maintaining the exported project afterwards.

Budibase: How much extra do I pay if I choose monthly billing instead of yearly?

Monthly billing costs 20% more than the yearly equivalent. For example, paying monthly for Pro at $19/month equals $228 per year, versus $190 per year on a yearly subscription.

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FlutterFlow: Does it include a database?

No. FlutterFlow builds the client. Data lives in Firebase, Supabase or your own API, and those costs and design decisions are separate.

Budibase: Can I try Budibase before committing to a paid plan?

Yes. All paid cloud plans include a 14-day free trial. The open source version is also available free with unlimited actions and unlimited users, though with community support only.

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Budibase: Does the free open source plan include the same features as paid plans?

The open source plan includes unlimited actions, unlimited apps, automations, agents, and users, but support is community-only rather than through Budibase directly. Paid plans add features like AI credits, custom branding, backups, and email or priority support.

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