Airtable vs Baserow

Side-by-side feature comparison and pricing breakdown.

Feature
Spreadsheet-Database UI
Record Limits Airtable caps at 1,000 free / 50K per base; Baserow self-hosted is unlimited
App Builder Baserow includes a no-code app builder
$
AI Agents Baserow has built-in AI agent functionality
Automations Both support workflow automations
Compliance (HIPAA/SOC2) Baserow is GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2 Type II compliant
$
Native Integrations Airtable has a larger integration ecosystem
Self-Hosting
Pricing
$20/mo
Free Open Source
Save 100% — Save $20/seat/mo by self-hosting Baserow

Verdict

Baserow eliminates Airtable's restrictive record limits and per-seat pricing while adding built-in app building and AI agents. Airtable has a more mature ecosystem, but Baserow's unlimited self-hosted option and compliance certifications make it compelling for growing teams.

Best for: Teams hitting Airtable's record limits or compliance requirements (GDPR, HIPAA) who want unlimited self-hosted capacity

Last updated: 2026-03-01