Alpha Software

alphasoftware.com
No-Code/Low-Code
Weekend Project

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How to Replace Alpha Software

Overview

Alpha Software is a unified mobile and web app development platform with distinct no-code and low-code components. It enables rapid creation of sophisticated business applications for data collection, analysis, and deployment across field operations and back-office functions. The platform combines award-winning technology with professional services to deliver tailored solutions in days rather than months.

Features

26 features across 18 categories

Analytics(1)

Dashboard Analytics

Insightful dashboards for data analysis and business intelligence

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

App Development(1)

Alpha Anywhere Low-Code PlatformPremium

Full-stack low-code app development environment for building and deploying web and mobile apps

Also in: Tulip, Bizness Apps, monday.com

Architecture(1)

No Vendor Lock-In

Solutions designed to avoid vendor lock-in with flexible architecture

Compliance(1)

Compliance Simplification

Features designed to simplify compliance requirements

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Data Management(2)

Multi-Database Connectivity

Connect to any data source and connectors for popular SQL and NoSQL databases

Offline Data Collection

Full offline capability for data collection and app functionality

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Deployment(3)

Automated DeploymentPremium

Streamlined automated deployment process

Cross-Platform Performance

Applications work across smartphone, tablet, web browser, iOS, and Android

On-Premise DeploymentPremium

Option to deploy applications on-premise or host on own hardware

Also in: Kubernetes Dashboard, Hugging Face, Bitwarden

Development(3)

Built-In Programming Language

Alpha TransForm includes built-in programming language for advanced functionality

Rapid Full-Stack Development

Low-code and no-code combined for rapid application development

Unlimited App Development

No limit on the number of applications that can be built and deployed

Also in: Kissflow, Lattice, WordPress.com

Form Building(1)

Alpha TransForm No-Code Product

Turns complex paper forms into powerful mobile forms for data collection in minutes

Infrastructure(2)

Failover & RollbacksPremium

Automatic failover and rollback capabilities for deployment reliability

Load Balancing & ScalingPremium

Automatic load balancing and scaling for predictable performance

Integration(2)

Full API Integration

Complete API for integration with other systems and third-party services

Web Services SupportPremium

Create and consume web services including RESTful services, SOAP and OData

Offline Capability(1)

Patented Offline Support

Patented technology for robust offline app functionality and data synchronization

Pricing(1)

Flexible Usage-Based PricingPremium

Enterprise customers can use flexible usage-based pricing model

Reporting(1)

SQL Reporting ServicesPremium

Integration with SQL Reporting Services for advanced reporting

Security(2)

Active Directory AuthenticationPremium

Integration with Active Directory for enterprise authentication

Enterprise-Grade SecurityPremium

Enterprise-grade integration, security and data infrastructure support with HTTPS/TLS

Services(1)

Professional ServicesPremium

Expert consulting services available to help jump-start projects

Support(1)

Dedicated Customer Success ManagerPremium

Access to dedicated customer success manager for guidance and support

User Experience(1)

Intuitive User Interface

Intuitive applications that employees find easy to use and relevant to business needs

Workflow Management(1)

Integrated Workflow

Robust integrated workflow management capabilities

Pricing

Alpha TransForm Free

Free
  • 3 Users
  • 35 Forms per Month
  • Smartphone, Tablet, Web Browser
  • iOS & Android
  • Offline Data Collection
  • Dashboard Analytics
  • Robust Integrated Workflow
  • Full API for integration

Alpha TransForm Business

$30/user/mo
  • Unlimited Forms
  • Smartphone, Tablet, Web Browser
  • iOS & Android
  • Offline Data Collection
  • Dashboard Analytics
  • Robust Integrated Workflow
  • Full API for integration
  • Dedicated Customer Success Manager

Alpha TransForm Enterprise

Custom
  • All Features of Business Option
  • Flexible Usage Based Pricing
  • Additional Onboarding Service Options
  • On-premise Deployment
  • Setup and Update Support

Alpha Anywhere Free

Free
  • Web and Mobile Development
  • Connect to Any Data Source
  • Create and Consume Web Services
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Patented Robust Offline Support
  • Develop Unlimited Number of Apps

Alpha Anywhere Professional

$99/mo
  • 100 Compute Units per month
  • 5 Concurrent Deployments
  • 5 GB In / 5 GB Out Data Transfer
  • Load Balancing & Scaling
  • Failover & Roll-Backs
  • Automated Deployment

Alpha Anywhere Department

$399/mo
  • 500 Compute Units per month
  • 10 Concurrent Deployments
  • 25 GB In / 25 GB Out Data Transfer
  • Load Balancing & Scaling
  • Failover & Roll-Backs
  • Automated Deployment

Alpha Anywhere Business

Popular
$750/mo or $7500/yr
  • 1000 Compute Units per month
  • 20 Concurrent Deployments
  • 50 GB In / 50 GB Out Data Transfer
  • Load Balancing & Scaling
  • Failover & Roll-Backs
  • Automated Deployment

Alpha Anywhere Enterprise

Custom
  • Enterprise deployments
  • Dedicated tenancy
  • On-premise Deployment
  • Web and Mobile
  • Host apps on own hardware

Alpha Anywhere Developer Edition

$999/yr
  • Installed on 2 machines
  • IDE for Building Web and Mobile Apps
  • Complete Low Code Development Platform
  • Connectors for popular SQL and NoSQL Databases
  • Create applications for Web, Mobile Web, iOS, Android, Windows Desktop
  • Create APIs

Alpha Anywhere Application Server

$999/yr
  • Up to 10 Users
  • Server for Hosting / Deploying Apps
  • Security Framework and HTTPS/TLS
  • Host Web apps, Mobile Apps and APIs
  • Customizable Error Pages
  • Suitable for Intranet or Internet Use
  • Easy to Set Up and Configure

Alpha Anywhere Application Server Unlimited

$5000/yr
  • Unlimited Users
  • Server for Hosting / Deploying Apps
  • Security Framework and HTTPS/TLS
  • Host Web apps, Mobile Apps and APIs
  • Customizable Error Pages
  • Suitable for Intranet or Internet Use
  • Easy to Set Up and Configure

Alpha Anywhere Advanced Application Server for IIS

$10000/yr
  • Unlimited Simultaneous Users
  • High Throughput Server for Hosting / Deploying Apps
  • Includes all Features of Alpha Anywhere App Server
  • Active Directory Authentication
  • Higher Throughput – Host More Simultaneous Users per Server
  • Includes 1 Alpha Anywhere Developer License

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Alpha Software

Monthly$30/mo
Yearly$360/yr
5-Year Total$1.8k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~2 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $120
SaaS
$360
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $360
SaaS
$1.1k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $600
SaaS
$1.8k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 26 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Alpha Software alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 26 features.

Buy Alpha Software

Better Value
Monthly cost$300/mo
3-year total$10,800
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying Alpha Software saves ~$7,680 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 26 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

7 known integrations

Active DirectoryNoSQL DatabasesODataRESTful Web ServicesSOAPSQL DatabasesSQL Reporting Services