Softr is a no-code tool that builds portals and internal apps on top of data sources such as Airtable and Google Sheets. It helps organizations that want a volunteer portal, a service directory, or a small-grants application form without hiring a developer.
Key features
- Data source connections: Airtable, Google Sheets, and more.
- Login portals: different permissions for volunteers and partners.
- Forms and lists: collect applications and display records.
- Templates: portals, directories, and internal tools.
- AI assistant: generates an app from a description.
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | One app with limits |
| Basic | about $19/month | Custom domain and more users |
| Professional | about $99/month | Advanced portals and permissions |
| Business | about $329/month | For larger organizations |
Payments in Softr rely on Stripe, which is not available in several countries in the region.
Prices change over time. Figures above are based on Softr’s own pricing page.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Quick to learn for non-developers | Limited compared with flexible app builders |
| Builds on spreadsheets you already use | Stripe unavailable in several countries |
| Free plan | Advanced plans are costly |
Softr vs Bubble
Bubble is more flexible for complex custom apps but takes longer to learn. Softr is faster when your data lives in spreadsheets and you need a simple portal.
Who Softr is for
Organizations managing data in Airtable or Google Sheets that want a volunteer portal, partner directory, or application form without a developer.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you need a complex app with custom logic, or if collecting donations through Stripe is not possible in your country. Take care with beneficiary data protection.
How to get started
Start on the free plan, connect an existing volunteer spreadsheet, and build a simple portal before scaling.
FAQ
Does Softr require coding?
No, it is built for non-developers.
Can I collect donations through it?
Payments rely on Stripe, so check availability in your country.
Is there a free plan?
Yes, for one app with limits.
Disclosure: elathar may earn a commission if you sign up for Softr through the links in this article. This does not change what you pay, and it does not influence which tools we choose to cover.
