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Baserow vs Fibery

Baserow logo

Baserow

Spreadsheets

Open-source no-code database platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Fibery logo

Fibery

Spreadsheets

Connected workspace for product teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Baserow the free tier is capped at 3,000 rows and 2GB of storage per workspace; Fibery free plan limited to 10 users and 10 guests
  • They diverge on capability: Baserow covers Database tables, Fibery covers Customizable databases.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Baserow and Fibery actually diverge.

Attributes where Baserow and Fibery differ
AttributeBaserowFibery
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
PlatformsWeb, Api, Self-hostedWeb
Founded20192018

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

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 Baserow

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

Only in Fibery

  • Customizable databases
  • Bi-directional linking
  • Whiteboards
  • Documents
  • Timelines
  • Formulas
  • Automations
  • GitHub

Both cover

  • API access
  • GDPR
  • Cloud deployment
  • Web support
  • Api support
  • English language support

What people use each for

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

Baserow

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

Fibery

  • Work management and product development platformnot Baserow
  • Relational database with multiple view types (table, board, gallery, timeline, calendar, Gantt)not Baserow
  • Knowledge base and document collaborationnot Baserow

Where each one falls short

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

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

Fibery

  • Free plan limited to 10 users and 10 guests
  • Free plan limited to 10 databases
  • Enterprise plan requires minimum of 25 paid users
  • SAML SSO available only on Enterprise plan

Pricing, plan by plan

Baserow

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 3000 rows per workspace
    • 2 GB storage per workspace
    • 2000 automation credits monthly
  • Premium$10/month
    • 50000 rows per workspace
    • 20 GB storage per workspace
    • 100000 automation credits monthly
  • Advanced$18/month
    • 250000 rows per workspace
    • 100 GB storage per workspace
    • 500000 automation credits monthly
  • Enterprise$null/month
    • 1000000 rows per workspace
    • 1000 GB storage per workspace
    • 2000000 automation credits monthly

Fibery

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Fibery review.

Which should you pick?

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

Choose Fibery if

  • You need customizable databases.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want bi-directional linking.
Fibery review

Questions people ask

Is Baserow or Fibery better?
Neither clearly leads. Baserow starts at Free and Fibery at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Baserow or Fibery?
Baserow starts at Free and Fibery at Free.
Does Baserow or Fibery run on more platforms?
Baserow runs on Web, Api, Self-hosted. Fibery runs on Web.
Can I use Baserow for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Baserow best used for?
Baserow is most often used for self-hosting an open source alternative to a spreadsheet database, structured team data with kanban, calendar and grid views, building internal tools on top of a database with an api, sharing data with external app users without giving them full seats. Of those, self-hosting an open source alternative to a spreadsheet database and structured team data with kanban, calendar and grid views are not what Fibery is typically brought in for.
What can Baserow do that Fibery cannot?
Baserow covers Database tables, Multiple views, Forms, Real-time collaboration. Fibery covers Customizable databases, Bi-directional linking, Whiteboards, Documents. Both handle API access, GDPR, Cloud deployment, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Baserow: Does Baserow have a free plan?

Baserow's Free plan includes 3000 rows per workspace, 2 GB storage, 2000 automation credits monthly, and access to Grid, Form, and Gallery views. It supports up to 500 external app users and includes 65+ templates with no credit card required.

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Fibery: What is the cost difference between Fibery Free and Standard plans?

Fibery Free costs $0 and supports up to 10 users plus 10 guests with 1 GB file storage. Standard is $12 per user per month when billed annually, offers unlimited file storage, and includes AI features and human support.

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Baserow: What row and storage limits does Baserow provide by plan?

Free plan: 3000 rows and 2 GB storage; Premium plan: 50000 rows and 20 GB; Advanced plan: 250000 rows and 100 GB; Enterprise plan: 1000000 rows and 1 TB. All limits are per workspace.

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Fibery: How many automation runs can I use on each Fibery tier?

Automation limits vary by plan. The Free plan has a lower limit, Standard plan includes a base amount, Pro plan includes 10,000 automation runs per month plus 1,000 per paid seat, and Enterprise plan offers unlimited automations.

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Baserow: How much does Baserow Premium cost?

Baserow Premium costs $10 per user per month when billed annually, or $12 per month when billing monthly. Yearly billing provides better rates than monthly. Advanced plan costs $18/user/month annually or $22/month monthly.

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Fibery: Does Fibery offer special pricing for nonprofits or open-source projects?

Yes, nonprofits receive 50% discount, educational and Ukrainian organizations also get 50% off, and open-source projects receive 100% free access to the Pro plan.

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Baserow: What are automation credit limits in Baserow?

Free plan provides 2000 monthly automation credits, Premium provides 100000 monthly credits, Advanced provides 500000 monthly credits, and Enterprise provides 2000000 monthly credits for workflow automation.

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Fibery: What is the free trial for Fibery?

All new workspaces receive a 14-day free trial of the Pro plan. Observers and guests remain free across all paid tiers.

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Fibery: Is there a startup discount for Fibery?

Yes, companies under 42 employees qualify for Fibery's startup program, which includes 6 months free access to the Pro plan.

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