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Grist vs Rows
Both stand on spreadsheet apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxMac+3
Grist offers relational data organization with spreadsheet-style analysis and several deployment options. The free plan caps each document at 5,000 records; Pro is listed at $8/user/mo with annual billing and a 30-day trial.
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Free plan API
Rows combines spreadsheet work with AI analysis, connected data, and shareable dashboards. The free plan has defined task, import, guest, and API-call limits; paid pricing starts at $6/user/mo annually.
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| Grist | Rows | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $96 per user a year | See the plans |
| Plans published | 7 | 4 |
| Maker | Grist | Rows |
| Website | getgrist.com | rows.com |
| On spreadsheet apps | #2 of 31 | #6 of 31 |
Grist: what it does well
- Supports Python and Excel-like formulas
- Offers tables, cards, forms, charts, and calendars
- Granular rules control visibility and editing
- Available as hosted, self-hosted, and desktop software
- Documents export as complete .grist files
What to know first
- Free plan limits documents to 5,000 records each
- Hosted product has not undergone listed compliance audits or certifications
- Business plan requires a minimum of 5 users
Rows: what it does well
- AI can extract document data and merge datasets.
- RowsX imports tables from thousands of websites.
- Connected data can refresh as often as every minute.
- Reports can be shared and embedded.
- Free plan requires no trial or credit card.
What to know first
- Free plan allows 5 AI Tasks per month.
- Free plan limits imports to 1 MB.
- Free plan allows up to 3 guests.
- Sales tax or VAT may be added.