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Appsmith vs ToolJet
Both stand on no-code ai app builders. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hostedWeb
Appsmith combines visual app assembly with code customization and a broad set of listed data integrations. Check the Free plan limits and certified deployment configurations against your needs before choosing a plan.
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Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+2
Choose ToolJet if your team needs internal business applications with data connections, workflow automation, and role controls, or needs an on-premise deployment option. Look elsewhere if the Cloud Free limits are too small or you need a paid plan below $23 per builder per month.
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| Appsmith | ToolJet | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Business: $15 per user a month | See the plans |
| Plans published | 4 | 18 |
| Maker | Appsmith | ToolJet |
| Website | appsmith.com | tooljet.com |
| On no-code ai app builders | #6 of 29 | #2 of 29 |
Appsmith: what it does well
- Connects databases, SaaS tools, REST, and GraphQL APIs
- Drag-and-drop widgets with JavaScript customization
- Git-based version control and branch deployments
- Free plan and 15-day Business trial
- Self-hosted and web platforms
What to know first
- No mobile app support
- Free plan caps cloud users at five
- Official support limited to certified configurations
ToolJet: what it does well
- AI drafts apps from plain-language requests and links components to queries.
- Workflow automation handles syncing, approvals, scheduled jobs, and notifications.
- Offers 100+ native connectors and REST or gRPC endpoint support.
- Includes a PostgreSQL-based no-code table editor in each workspace.
- Lists SAML, OIDC, LDAP, role permissions, and audit logs.
What to know first
- Cloud Free is limited to 2 builders, 50 end users, 10 apps, and 100 AI credits.
- Paid cloud plans start at $23 per builder per month.
- Free and Basic cloud support is through Slack community support.
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