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| Pricing | Free | Free |
| Starting Price | — | $25/mo |
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Enables non-technical users to construct custom business applications through a drag-and-drop interface that generates underlying application logic without code. The platform abstracts UI component composition, data binding, and event handling into a visual workflow, allowing operations teams to define forms, tables, and workflows declaratively rather than writing application code.
Unique: Uses declarative visual composition model where form structure, validation rules, and data bindings are defined through UI rather than code, with automatic schema inference from connected databases to pre-populate field types and constraints
vs alternatives: Faster time-to-value than Retool or Budibase for operations teams because it prioritizes form-based workflows over general-purpose app building, with pre-built approval and role-based patterns
Establishes secure connections to relational and non-relational databases, automatically introspects schema to discover tables, columns, and relationships, and generates appropriate UI components (dropdowns for foreign keys, date pickers for timestamp columns) based on inferred data types. Supports connection pooling and credential management through encrypted vaults.
Unique: Implements automatic schema introspection that maps database column types to appropriate UI component types (e.g., TIMESTAMP → date picker, FOREIGN KEY → searchable dropdown), eliminating manual field configuration and reducing setup time from hours to minutes
vs alternatives: More streamlined than Airtable for database-first workflows because it connects directly to existing databases rather than requiring data migration, and faster than custom Retool builds because schema mapping is automatic rather than manual
Implements multi-level access control where administrators define roles (e.g., 'approver', 'data-entry', 'viewer') and assign granular permissions at the application, form, field, and record levels. Access decisions are enforced server-side before data is returned to the client, preventing unauthorized data exposure even if client-side code is compromised. Supports attribute-based access control (ABAC) for dynamic permission rules based on user properties.
Unique: Enforces permissions at the server-side query layer before data is serialized, combined with attribute-based rules that evaluate user properties dynamically, ensuring that permission changes take effect immediately without requiring application redeployment
vs alternatives: More granular than Airtable's sharing model because it supports field-level and record-level restrictions, and more flexible than Retool because it includes built-in ABAC evaluation rather than requiring custom middleware
Provides a workflow engine that routes form submissions through configurable approval chains based on submission properties (amount, category, submitter role). Supports conditional branching (e.g., 'if expense > $5000, require CFO approval'), parallel approvals, escalation rules, and automatic notifications. Workflows are defined declaratively through a visual state machine builder rather than code.
Unique: Implements a declarative state machine model where approval workflows are defined visually with conditional branching based on submission properties, combined with built-in escalation and notification triggers that execute without requiring external orchestration tools
vs alternatives: Simpler to configure than Zapier or n8n for approval workflows because approval routing is a first-class primitive rather than a general-purpose automation, and more transparent than black-box approval systems because workflow state is visible and auditable
Provides a declarative rule engine for client-side and server-side form validation, data type coercion, and field-level transformations. Rules are defined visually (e.g., 'required if department is Finance', 'email format', 'number between 0-100') and executed both in the browser for immediate feedback and on the server for security. Supports custom validation functions and cross-field dependencies.
Unique: Implements a dual-layer validation architecture where rules execute both client-side for UX and server-side for security, with visual rule builder that generates both JavaScript and server-side validation code automatically
vs alternatives: More user-friendly than writing custom validation code because rules are defined visually, and more secure than client-side-only validation because server-side enforcement is automatic and mandatory
Enables building data tables that pull from multiple databases, APIs, or data sources and display results in a unified view with sorting, filtering, and pagination. Supports column-level transformations (e.g., formatting, computed columns) and client-side or server-side filtering. Data is fetched on-demand with configurable caching to balance freshness and performance.
Unique: Abstracts multi-source data fetching and aggregation into a declarative table configuration, with automatic column type inference and built-in pagination/filtering that works across heterogeneous data sources without requiring custom ETL code
vs alternatives: Faster to set up than custom Retool queries for multi-source tables because data source integration is declarative, and more flexible than Airtable because it can pull from databases and APIs simultaneously
Sends notifications to users via email, Slack, SMS, or in-app messages based on workflow events (approval requests, form submissions, escalations). Notifications are templated and can include dynamic data from the triggering event. Delivery is asynchronous and includes retry logic for failed sends. Supports notification preferences per user (opt-in/out, channel preferences).
Unique: Provides multi-channel notification delivery (email, Slack, SMS, in-app) as a first-class workflow primitive with built-in retry logic and user preference management, rather than requiring integration with external notification services
vs alternatives: More integrated than Zapier for workflow notifications because notifications are triggered directly by workflow events without requiring external automation, and more flexible than email-only systems because it supports Slack and SMS
Automatically logs all user actions (form submissions, approvals, data modifications, access events) with immutable records that include timestamp, user ID, action type, and data changes. Logs are stored separately from application data and cannot be modified or deleted. Supports compliance reporting (e.g., GDPR data access reports, SOX audit trails) and data retention policies.
Unique: Implements immutable audit logging as a core platform feature with automatic capture of all user actions and data changes, combined with compliance reporting templates for common regulations (GDPR, SOX, HIPAA)
vs alternatives: More comprehensive than database-level audit trails because it captures application-level context (user intent, workflow state), and more accessible than custom audit implementations because compliance reports are pre-built
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Automatically inspects tabular data sources (Google Sheets, Airtable, Excel, CSV, SQL databases) to extract column names, infer field types (text, number, date, checkbox, etc.), and create bidirectional data bindings between UI components and source columns. Uses declarative component-to-column mappings that persist schema changes in real-time, enabling components to automatically reflect upstream data structure modifications without manual rebinding.
Unique: Glide's approach combines automatic schema introspection with declarative component binding, eliminating manual field mapping that competitors like Airtable require. The bidirectional sync model means changes to source column structure automatically propagate to UI components without developer intervention, reducing maintenance overhead for non-technical users.
vs alternatives: Faster to initial app than Airtable (which requires manual field configuration) and more flexible than rigid form builders because it adapts to evolving data structures automatically.
Provides 40+ pre-built, data-aware UI components (forms, tables, calendars, charts, buttons, text inputs, dropdowns, file uploads, maps, etc.) that automatically render responsively across mobile and desktop viewports. Components use a declarative binding syntax to connect to spreadsheet columns, with built-in support for computed fields, conditional visibility, and user-specific data filtering. Layout engine uses CSS Grid/Flexbox under the hood to adapt component sizing and positioning based on screen size without requiring manual breakpoint configuration.
Unique: Glide's component library is tightly integrated with data binding — components are not generic UI elements but data-aware objects that automatically sync with spreadsheet columns. This eliminates the disconnect between UI and data that exists in traditional form builders, where developers must manually wire component values to data sources.
vs alternatives: Faster to build than Bubble (which requires manual component-to-data wiring) and more mobile-optimized than Airtable's grid-centric interface, which prioritizes desktop spreadsheet metaphors over mobile-first design.
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Enables multiple team members to edit apps simultaneously with role-based access control. Supports predefined roles (Owner, Editor, Viewer) with different permission levels: Owners can manage team members and publish apps, Editors can modify app design and data, Viewers can only view published apps. Team member limits vary by plan (2 free, 10 business, custom enterprise). Real-time collaboration on app design is not mentioned, suggesting changes may not be synchronized in real-time between editors.
Unique: Glide's team collaboration is built into the platform, meaning team members don't need separate accounts or complex permission configuration — they're invited via email and assigned roles directly in the app. This is more seamless than tools requiring external identity management.
vs alternatives: More integrated than Airtable (which requires separate workspace management) and simpler than GitHub-based collaboration (which requires version control knowledge), though less sophisticated than enterprise platforms with audit logging and approval workflows.
Provides pre-built app templates for common use cases (inventory management, CRM, project management, expense tracking, etc.) that users can clone and customize. Templates include sample data, pre-configured components, and example workflows, reducing time-to-first-app from hours to minutes. Templates are fully editable, allowing users to modify data sources, components, and workflows to match their specific needs. Template library is curated by Glide and updated regularly with new templates.
Unique: Glide's templates are fully functional apps with sample data and workflows, not just empty scaffolds. This allows users to immediately see how components work together and understand app structure before customizing, reducing the learning curve significantly.
vs alternatives: More complete than Airtable's templates (which are mostly empty bases) and more accessible than building from scratch, though less flexible than code-based frameworks where templates can be parameterized and generated programmatically.
Allows workflows to be triggered on a schedule (daily, weekly, monthly, or custom intervals) without manual intervention. Scheduled workflows execute at specified times and can perform batch operations (process pending records, send daily reports, sync data, etc.). Execution time is in UTC, and the exact scheduling mechanism (cron, quartz, custom) is undocumented. Failed scheduled tasks may or may not retry automatically (retry logic undocumented).
Unique: Glide's scheduled workflows are integrated with the workflow engine, meaning scheduled tasks can execute the same complex logic as event-triggered workflows (conditional logic, multi-step actions, API calls). This is more powerful than simple scheduled email tools because scheduled tasks can perform data transformations and cross-system synchronization.
vs alternatives: More integrated than Zapier's schedule trigger (which is limited to simple actions) and more accessible than cron jobs (which require server access and scripting knowledge), though less transparent about execution guarantees and failure handling than enterprise job schedulers.
Offers Glide Tables, a proprietary managed database alternative to external spreadsheets or databases, with automatic scaling and optimization for Glide apps. Glide Tables are stored in Glide's infrastructure and optimized for the data binding and query patterns used by Glide apps. Scaling limits are plan-dependent (25k-100k rows), with separate 'Big Tables' tier for larger datasets (exact scaling limits undocumented). Automatic backups and disaster recovery are mentioned but details are undocumented.
Unique: Glide Tables are optimized specifically for Glide's data binding and query patterns, meaning they're tightly integrated with the app builder and don't require separate database administration. This is more seamless than connecting external databases (which require schema design and optimization knowledge) but less flexible because data is locked into Glide's proprietary format.
vs alternatives: More managed than self-hosted databases (no administration required) and more integrated than external databases (no separate configuration), though less portable than standard databases because data cannot be easily exported or migrated.
Provides basic chart components (bar, line, pie, area charts) that visualize data from connected sources. Charts are configured visually by selecting data columns for axes, values, and grouping. Charts are responsive and adapt to mobile/tablet/desktop. Real-time updates are supported; charts refresh when underlying data changes. No custom chart types or advanced visualization options (3D, animations, etc.) are available.
Unique: Provides basic chart components with automatic real-time updates and responsive design, suitable for simple dashboards — most visual builders (Bubble, FlutterFlow) require chart plugins or custom code
vs alternatives: More integrated than Airtable's chart view because real-time updates are automatic; weaker than BI tools (Tableau, Looker) because no drill-down, filtering, or advanced visualization options
Allows users to query data using natural language (e.g., 'Show me all orders from last month with revenue > $5k') which is converted to structured database queries without SQL knowledge. Also includes AI-powered data extraction from unstructured text (emails, documents, images) to populate spreadsheet columns. Implementation details (LLM model, context window, fine-tuning approach) are undocumented, but the feature appears to use prompt-based query generation with fallback to manual query building if AI fails.
Unique: Glide's natural language query feature bridges the gap between spreadsheet users (who think in English) and database queries (which require SQL). Rather than teaching users SQL, it translates natural language to structured queries, lowering the barrier to data exploration. The data extraction capability extends this to unstructured sources, automating data entry from emails and documents.
vs alternatives: More accessible than Airtable's formula language or traditional SQL, and more integrated than bolt-on AI query tools because it's built directly into the data layer rather than as a separate search interface.
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