Key Features
Flexible Database
Spreadsheet meets database — add rich field types including files, links, checkboxes and formulas to any table.
AI Field
AI-powered field that generates, summarises or categorises content from other fields automatically.
Automations
Build no-code automations triggered by record changes — send emails, update records and call APIs.
Multiple Views
Switch between grid, gallery, kanban, calendar and Gantt views of the same data.
Integrations
Connects with Slack, Google Workspace, Salesforce, Zapier and 1,000+ apps.
Interface Designer
Build custom no-code apps and dashboards on top of your Airtable data — share with non-technical stakeholders.
Pros & Cons
What we like
Free plan is genuinely usable for small teams
Most flexible no-code database available
AI fields add real automation to repetitive tasks
Multiple views suit different workflows and teams
Interface Designer enables custom app building
Huge integration ecosystem
Watch out for
Per-user pricing adds up for larger teams
Learning curve for complex relational databases
Notion has better document and wiki features
Automations limited on free and Plus plans
Can become complex for non-technical users at scale
Best Alternatives
Notion AI
Better for documentation and wiki alongside database — more all-round workspace
ClickUp
Better for project management specifically — more task-focused
Monday.com AI
More visual project management — easier for non-technical teams
Zapier
Better for complex cross-app automations — complements Airtable's built-in automations
Frequently Asked Questions
Airtable has a free plan for up to 5 editors with unlimited bases, 1,000 records per base and basic features. Plus plans from $20/user/month increase record limits, add automations and unlock advanced features.
Airtable is better as a relational database and for structured data management — its database features are more powerful. Notion is better as an all-in-one workspace combining docs, wikis and databases. For teams that primarily need flexible database management and custom views, Airtable wins; for teams needing documentation alongside databases, Notion is more versatile.