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AI-powered app generation
Simplified app creation with an AI-powered low-code platform enables users to build internal tools effortlessly.
Easy integrations
Generate a full app layout, build specific sections like dashboards or forms, and modify styles across components—all with a single prompt.
Visual builder
The intuitive drag-and-drop interface allows for easily customized components, making it accessible for teams with varying technical expertise.
AI chatbot
Build AI-powered chatbots to automate repetitive tasks, provide actionable insights, and integrate conversational interfaces into your applications with minimal effort.
In-built database
A no-code database for efficient data management. It supports integration with external databases like PostgreSQL and MongoDB, making it ideal for scalable applications.
Templates
Accelerate development with pre-built templates for common use cases like admin panels, CRMs, and dashboards. These templates are fully customizable to meet your specific needs.
ToolJet vs Retool: What developer communities say
Look at what the developer community thinks of ToolJet and Retool at G2,
the most reliable P2P review site.
ToolJet Review
4.8 out of 5
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
Responses: 165
9.1
Responses: 29
Ease of Use
8.6
Responses: 166
9.4
Responses: 29
Ease of Setup
8.3
Responses: 110
8.7
Responses: 22
Ease of Admin
8.6
Responses: 94
8.6
Responses: 15
Quality of Support
8.4
Responses: 124
9.2
Responses: 29
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
Resp0nses: 78
9.2
Responses: 13
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
Responses: 144
10.0
Responses: 30
Why is ToolJet the better Retool alternative?
A detailed feature-to-feature analysis for pricing, AI, hosting options, security, and support.
Features
ToolJet
Retool
AI-native platform
Built from the ground up
AI features added
Natural language app building
Full app generation
Limited query generation
AI query builder
yes
yes
AI agent builder
yes
(Workflows)
Multi-LLM Support
OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini+, others
OpenAI, others
SOC 2 Type II compliance
yes
yes
GDPR compliance
yes
yes
ISO 27001 compliance
yes
yes
Data encryption
TLS, AES-256-GCM
TLS 1.2+, AES-256
Audit logging
yes
Business+ plans
Role-based access control
Advanced RBAC
Granular RBAC
Self-hosting Options
yes
VPC/Enterprise only
Cloud hosting
yes
yes
On-premise deployment
Air-gapped support
Enterprise only
Multi-environment support
yes
yes
Drag-and-drop builder
yes
yes
Visual builder
yes
yes
Code editor support
Python/JavaScript
JavaScript/SQL
Version control integration
GitSync
Git integration
CI/CD Integration
yes
yes
Database connections
API Integrations
REST/GraphQL
REST/GraphQL
Free tier available
2 builders, 50 end users
5 users
Pricing model
Per builder ($19-199), custom enterprise pricing
Per user ($10-50+), custom enterprise pricing
Open source
SSO Support
SAML/OIDC
SAML/OIDC
Custom branding
yes
Enterprise only
24/7 support
Engineering support
Enterprise plans
Enterprise SLA
yes
yes
Developers' suite for simplified and scalable app development
Start with a prompt, and let ToolJet generate a functional app. No setup, no coding—just describe what you need and watch AI bring it to life.
Built-in security
We ensure robust data protection with SOC 2 compliance, AES-256 encryption, and features like audit logs and IP whitelisting.
App development lifecycle
Optimize your app development process from concept to deployment with our intuitive builder, version control, and real-time collaboration.
Enterprise-grade access management
Secure your applications with role-based permissions and single sign-on (SSO) capabilities for enhanced control and security.
Hosting environments
Choose between cloud hosting for scalability or self-hosted deployments for on-premises control, ensuring flexibility for your infrastructure needs.
Real results with real innovations
Drive innovation with the Retool alternative, where big ideas become brilliant apps.
Lucas G.
CEO - Logistics and Supply Chain
Best Low Code for Internal tools and more
04/30/2024
“It’s fast, secure and open source. The team and community are always available to help”
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Miguel C.
Data Scientist - Information
Technology and Services
MC
Zero code solution for application development
10/05/2023
"The potential it offers is immense. ToolJet is an open source platform that constantly strives for improvement. Its a product that will only get better over time."
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Russell H.
Logistics and Supply Chain
Keeps things simple
11/07/2023
"The team behind ToolJet are genuinely helpful and are passionate aboutmaking ToolJet the best tool in its class."
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Verified User in
Education Management
ToolJet has been a game-changer for Us:
04/13/2023
"We love Tooljet as it lets us create custom internal tools efficiently, streamline internal operations, and improve productivity."
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Verified User in
Computer Software
Best low-code platform I've used
08/21/2024
"Extremely easy to use, and solves for most use-cases when in rapid prototyping.Would recommend!"
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Max D.
Financial Services
Great experience for our first implementation
05/19/2024
"I have selected ToolJet as a tool to build an admin to allow us to manage the Job Architecture.Previously we had engaged with other tools and companies but thy were either too difficult...
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Amin A.
Computer Software
The best in market when it comes to flexibility
12/26/2023
“Honestly speaking I have tried a lotof apps like ppsmith, retool, bubble, and a lot more. Butwhat tooljet offered for on prem specially can not be compared by the competition!”
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Verified User in
Education Management
Excellent low-code platform to develop internal productivity tools
08/21/2024
"ToolJet has enabled us to create internal tools at fractional cost. Features worked out of the box ToolJet team has been very responsive whenever we had any questions."
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