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Ninox vs Sublime Text

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Ninox

Databases

The database for teams

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
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Sublime Text

Developer Tools

A sophisticated text editor for code, markup and prose

From
$99/license
Free plan
No
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The short version

  • Ninox has a free plan, then €25/mo; Sublime Text starts at $99/mo.
  • Where Ninox falls short: free plan limited to 5 users and 5,000 records.
  • Where Sublime Text falls short: personal license requires payment after evaluation period.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 13 November 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Ninox and Sublime Text actually diverge.

Attributes where Ninox and Sublime Text differ
AttributeNinoxSublime Text
Starting priceFree$99/license
Pricing modelFreemiumOne-time
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebWindows, macOS, Linux
CategoryDatabasesDeveloper Tools

Not yet recorded: founded for Ninox.

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 Ninox

Nothing recorded that Sublime Text does not also cover.

Only in Sublime Text

  • Lightning fast performance
  • Multiple selections
  • Command palette
  • Instant project switch
  • Plugin ecosystem
  • Customizable UI
  • Advanced search and replace
  • Split editing

What people use each for

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

Ninox

  • No-code database solutions for small to medium teamsnot Sublime Text
  • Workflow automation and process managementnot Sublime Text
  • Customer data and project tracking with custom viewsnot Sublime Text

Sublime Text

  • Editing code and text files in a fast native desktop editornot Ninox
  • Working across large files and projects with multi cursor editingnot Ninox

Where each one falls short

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

Ninox

  • Free plan limited to 5 users and 5,000 records
  • API call limits restrict automation on lower tiers (1,000/month free, 10,000/month team)
  • Only 7-day history on free plan vs. unlimited on Business

Sublime Text

  • Personal license requires payment after evaluation period
  • Business licenses use annual subscription model requiring renewal
  • After 3 years of updates on personal license, upgrade required for continued updates

Pricing, plan by plan

Ninox

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Up to 5 users
    • 100 MB storage
    • Up to 5,000 records
  • Team€25/mo
    • 5 GB storage per user
    • 50,000 records per user
    • 10,000 API calls per user per month
  • Business€40/mo
    • 10 GB storage per user
    • 250,000 records per user
    • 50,000 API calls per user per month
  • EnterpriseOn request
    • Custom pricing available
    • Dedicated support
    • Custom solutions and governance

Sublime Text

$99/license
  • Personal License$99 one-off
    • One license for all computers and operating systems
    • 3 years of updates
    • Free evaluation available
  • Business License - 1-10 seats$65/yr
    • Per seat annual subscription
    • Volume discount for 11-25 seats at $60
    • Further discount for 26+ seats

Which should you pick?

Choose Ninox if

  • You want to start without paying.
Ninox review

Choose Sublime Text if

  • You need lightning fast performance.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Linux.
  • You also want multiple selections.
Sublime Text review

Questions people ask

Is Ninox or Sublime Text better?
Neither clearly leads. Ninox starts at Free and Sublime Text at $99/license, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Ninox or Sublime Text?
Ninox has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Ninox and $99/license for Sublime Text.
Does Ninox or Sublime Text run on more platforms?
Ninox runs on Web. Sublime Text runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.
Can I use Ninox for free?
Yes. Ninox has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Sublime Text starts at $99/license.
What is Ninox best used for?
Ninox is most often used for no-code database solutions for small to medium teams, workflow automation and process management, customer data and project tracking with custom views. Of those, no-code database solutions for small to medium teams and workflow automation and process management are not what Sublime Text is typically brought in for.
What can Ninox do that Sublime Text cannot?
Sublime Text covers Lightning fast performance, Multiple selections, Command palette, Instant project switch.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Ninox: How much does Ninox cost?

Ninox is free for individuals with up to 5 users. Team plan is 25 EUR per user per month (billed annually), and Business plan is 40 EUR per user per month (billed annually). Enterprise plans have custom pricing.

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Sublime Text: How much does Sublime Text cost?

Sublime Text costs $99 USD as a one-time personal license covering all your computers and operating systems, with 3 years of updates included.

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Ninox: Is Ninox free?

Yes, Ninox offers a free plan for up to 5 users with 100 MB storage and 5,000 records. No payment required to start, and includes all core views: table, form, chart, kanban, maps, and calendar.

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Sublime Text: What are the business license pricing tiers?

Business licenses use annual subscription pricing: $65 per seat per year for 1-10 seats, $60 per seat for 11-25 seats, $55 per seat for 26-50 seats, and $50 per seat for 51+ seats.

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Ninox: What is Ninox Team plan pricing?

The Team plan costs 25 EUR per user per month (billed annually). It includes 5 GB storage per user, 50,000 records, 10,000 API calls per month per user, and 30-day history. Annual billing is required.

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Sublime Text: Can I evaluate Sublime Text for free?

Yes, Sublime Text may be downloaded and evaluated for free, though payment is required to continue using it after evaluation.

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