Overview
Airtable combines the familiarity of a spreadsheet with the structure of a relational database. Records live in tables with typed fields, links between tables, and multiple views such as grid, kanban, calendar, gallery and form.
Operations, marketing and product teams use Airtable to manage content calendars, inventories, CRMs and intake processes. Interfaces and automations let teams turn a base into a simple internal app, and AI features can generate or categorize field content.
Key features
- Relational basesTables with typed fields, linked records, lookups and rollups model structured data.
- ViewsGrid, kanban, calendar, gallery, timeline and form views present the same data in different ways.
- InterfacesInterface Designer builds dashboards and simple app screens on top of a base.
- AutomationsTrigger-based automations send notifications, update records and call external services.
- API and integrationsA REST API and connectors integrate bases with other tools and automation platforms.
Best for
- Operations teams replacing complex spreadsheets with structured data
- Marketing and content teams managing calendars and production pipelines
- Teams building lightweight internal tools without developers
Pricing
Freemium. Free plan with record and automation limits; paid plans are billed per seat.
| Plan | What you get |
|---|---|
| Free | Limited records per base and automation runs for small projects. |
| Team | Higher limits, more views and extensions for teams. |
| Business | Admin controls, SAML SSO and higher record limits. |
| Enterprise Scale | Enterprise governance, security and scale. |
Prices and plan limits change often. Check the official website for current pricing. Last reviewed Oct 3, 2026.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Approachable spreadsheet interface with real relational structure
- Flexible views and interfaces for different audiences
- Built-in automations reduce the need for external tools
Cons
- Record limits per base constrain larger datasets
- Costs increase quickly as seats and plan tiers grow
- Not a substitute for a production database or data warehouse
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Try Airtable
Free plan with record and automation limits; paid plans are billed per seat.