NocoDB
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Features
93 features across 19 categories
AI(8)
Generate a complete base structure automatically from a simple prompt
Deploy AI agents to automatically populate, update, or transform field data based on defined prompts
Create fields intelligently based on your existing table schema
Build filter conditions automatically using natural language instructions
Generate formulas automatically without writing syntax manually
Automatically create relevant select options based on field context
Generate optimized views automatically based on your workflow needs
Connect your own Large Language Model API key to use AI features with your preferred provider
Access Control(8)
Define who can view or edit specific fields based on user roles or explicit permissions
Control which fields are visible to specific roles, users or teams within a table
Restrict access to a base so only invited members can view or interact with it
Control who can view, edit, or manage data by assigning roles with specific permissions
Restrict record access so users can only view or interact with rows permitted by defined rules
Automatically provision and manage users through your identity provider using SCIM integration
Control who can create or delete records in a table by setting role-based permissions
Control which tables are visible to specific roles, users or teams
Admin(2)
Manage workspace settings, users, roles, and permissions
Log of key activities across the workspace, including who performed what action and when
Advanced(10)
Apply context-aware filters to show only relevant linked records based on values in the current record
Maximum number of point-in-time backups that can be created for bases within a workspace
Enable or disable button actions dynamically based on defined conditions or field values
Add powerful features like charts, maps, and calendars
Display summarized values like sum, average, or count in the footer of your grid view
Show summary values such as sum, average, or count in the header of each grouped section
Save and reuse frequently used filter configurations for quick access
Track changes made to each record, including who made the change and when
Create reusable record blueprints to quickly add pre-filled entries
Enable or disable specific filters instantly without deleting them
Analytics(1)
Choose from multiple chart types like bar, line, pie and more to represent your data
Automations(7)
Trigger webhooks only when specific conditions are met
Define exactly what data is sent in a webhook
Automate tasks or customize workflows by writing JavaScript that runs directly within your NocoDB base
View the history and status of all webhook events, including timestamps, responses, and errors
Set up unlimited webhooks that are triggered by specific events
Design and automate multi-step processes triggered by defined events or conditions
Track and restore previous versions of workflows with complete revision history
Branding(1)
Add a custom logo to your workspace for better branding and team identity
Collaboration(8)
Brings conversations into context by displaying all comments and threads linked to a specific record
Collaborate on data with your team by your side
Stay informed with real-time notifications for comments, invites, mentions, and other key activities
Restrict access to shared views by requiring a password before they can be opened
Collaborate easily by adding comments directly to records
Set a personalized URL for shared views and bases to match your branding or naming preferences
Collaborate on projects, share insights, and improve productivity
Create and manage groups of users into teams
Data Integration(3)
Integrate external databases in minimal steps, supporting Postgres and MySQL
Simplify data import from Airtable, CSV, Excel, and more
Keep your data up to date by automatically syncing tables with external sources like Github, Google Sheets, PostgreSQL, or other NocoDB bases
Developer Platform(4)
Ready-to-use code examples for common API operations
Certain APIs are Enterprise-only, including Workspace, Script, and User Management APIs
Access and manage your NocoDB data programmatically using standard HTTP methods
Get an auto-generated, interactive API documentation to explore and test your NocoDB REST API endpoints
Forms(8)
Show or hide fields dynamically based on user input
Add your own branding with a custom logo and header banner
Automatically send email confirmations or notifications when a form is submitted
Customize the look and feel of your form with different layout background color options
Remove NocoDB branding from public forms for a fully white-labeled experience
Ensure data quality by setting rules for required fields, formats, and more
Populate form fields in advance using URL parameters
Send users to a specific URL after form submission
Integrations(4)
Additional workflow node for HubSpot integration
Advanced workflow nodes such as Incoming Webhook, CRON triggers, Google Calendar, Email, Script, HTTP, Twilio, Slack, Gmail, Outlook, Iterate, Delay, and Wait Until
Connect and work with external PostgreSQL and MySQL databases directly from NocoDB
Standard and essential workflow trigger and action nodes
Integrations and Automations(2)
Harness the power of APIs for seamless integration
Leverage webhooks to build custom automations and workflows
Quick Actions(3)
Instantly refer to documentation and resources
Jump to anywhere in your workspace with quick navigation
Go to recent projects and boost your productivity
Schema Management(3)
Access versatile field types including text, number, select, date, formula, relation, file, and more
Easily visualise database schema with ERD view
Manage all your fields from a single page
Security(3)
Add an extra layer of security to your account by requiring a verification code during login
Control what data or actions an API token can access by assigning specific roles and permissions
Log in to NocoDB using your existing credentials from providers like Google, Okta, or Microsoft
Table Operations(3)
Easily filter and extract insights from your records
Efficiently group and categorise information
Sort and arrange your data for clarity
Views(13)
Highlights visual file content by displaying attachments prominently
View records on a calendar using Date and Date Time field types
View and edit all field values of a record in a structured, form-like layout
Simplify data entry and updates, making information management a breeze
Transform your data into engaging visual stories and presentations
A versatile tool for effortless data organization, sorting, and filtering
Visualise, organise, and streamline your workflows with ease
Browse records in a clean, structured list format for quick scanning and access
Prevent others from modifying view configurations until explicitly unlocked
Visualize records on an interactive map using location or coordinate data
Only you can modify view configurations
Track records chronologically along a timeline based on start and end dates
Organize records within a view into grouped sections for better structure and clarity
Visualization(2)
Visually highlight individual cells by applying conditional colors based on field values or defined rules
Visually highlight records by applying conditional colors to rows based on select field values or specific filters
Pricing
Free
- ✓3 Editor seats
- ✓10 Commenter seats
- ✓1,000 records
- ✓1 GB storage
- ✓100 webhook runs/month
- ✓1,000 API calls/month
- ✓1 Extension
- ✓Grid, Kanban, Gallery, Form, Calendar views
- ✓30+ Field types
- ✓Basic collaboration features
- ✓Role Based Permissions
- ✓Notifications
- ✓Record Comments
- ✓1 Workspace
- ✓Unlimited bases
- ✓15 Days Record Revision History
- ✓0 Base Snapshots
- ✓Email support
Plus
- ✓Unlimited Editor seats (pay for 9, unlimited free after)
- ✓Unlimited Commenter seats
- ✓50,000 records
- ✓20 GB storage
- ✓10,000 webhook runs/month
- ✓100,000 API calls/month
- ✓Unlimited extensions
- ✓All views
- ✓Free commenter seats
- ✓SSO
- ✓Advanced workflow nodes (Incoming Webhook, CRON, Google Calendar, Email, Script, HTTP, Twilio, Slack, Gmail, Outlook, Iterate, Delay, Wait Until)
- ✓60 Days Record Revision History
- ✓2 Base Snapshots
- ✓Field Aggregations
- ✓Group Aggregations
- ✓REST API
- ✓Swagger specification
- ✓API Snippets
- ✓Role Based Permissions
- ✓Notifications
- ✓Record Comments
- ✓Teams
- ✓1 Workspace
- ✓Unlimited bases
- ✓Map View
- ✓Timeline View
- ✓List View
- ✓Personal Views
- ✓Locked Views
- ✓Extensions
- ✓Scripts
- ✓Dashboards
- ✓Row Colouring
- ✓Cell Colouring
- ✓Record Templates
- ✓Pinned Filters
- ✓Toggle Filters
- ✓Conditional Button Field
- ✓View Sections
- ✓Share Custom URL
- ✓Password Protected
- ✓Help center and community support
Business
- ✓Unlimited Editor seats (pay for 9, unlimited free after)
- ✓Unlimited Commenter seats
- ✓300,000 records
- ✓100 GB storage
- ✓50,000 webhook runs/month
- ✓1,000,000 API calls/month
- ✓10 External database connections
- ✓Private Bases
- ✓SAML based Single Sign-On
- ✓All Plus features
- ✓180 Days Record Revision History
- ✓5 Base Snapshots
- ✓Advanced Dynamic Filters for Linked Records
- ✓Plus Integrations (advanced workflow nodes)
- ✓Business Integrations (HubSpot)
- ✓Enterprise API access
- ✓Row Level Security
- ✓Table Permissions
- ✓Field Permissions
- ✓1 Workspace
- ✓Unlimited bases
- ✓Email support
- ✓Standard Integrations
Enterprise
- ✓Unlimited Editor seats
- ✓Unlimited Commenter seats
- ✓Unlimited records
- ✓1000 GB storage
- ✓Unlimited webhook runs
- ✓Unlimited API calls
- ✓Unlimited External database connections
- ✓All Business features
- ✓365+ Days Record Revision History
- ✓50+ Base Snapshots
- ✓Unlimited workspaces
- ✓Audit Logs
- ✓On-premise installation
- ✓Air gapped installation
- ✓White labelling
- ✓SCIM integration
- ✓Table Visibility
- ✓Field Visibility
- ✓2FA
- ✓API Token Permission
- ✓Workspace Audit Log
- ✓Priority support
- ✓AI Field Agents
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Integrations
17 known integrations