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Quadratic vs Retable

Quadratic and Retable are both databases & spreadsheets tools. Quadratic is aimed at developers and small businesses, while Retable is aimed at small businesses. Retable costs less, from $12/mo versus $20/mo for Quadratic. Both have a free plan.

Quadratic

AI spreadsheet with Python, SQL and JavaScript in the cells

Retable

Collaborative spreadsheet-database from Turkey

PricingFreemium · $20Freemium · $12
Starting price$20/mo$12/mo
Free planYesYes
Free trial—14 days
Built forDevelopers, Small businesses, EnterpriseSmall businesses
Platformswebweb
CountryUSTR · 2021
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Choose Quadratic if

Analysts, data scientists and technical founders who want spreadsheet speed with Python and SQL power.

  • Real Python in a spreadsheet without local setup
  • Fast browser rendering even on very large datasets
  • Code stays visible and auditable cell by cell

Look elsewhere if: Finance teams wanting classic spreadsheet modelling (Equals) or non-technical teams needing an operational database (Airtable).

Choose Retable if

Small teams wanting a simple, cheap Airtable alternative.

  • Affordable
  • Easy to use
  • Turkish origin with local support

Look elsewhere if: Enterprises.

Quadratic vs Retable pricing

Quadratic

  • Free$0Limited AI usage, sharing, files and connections
  • Pro$20/user/mo$18 billed annually; $20 in AI credits/mo, unlimited connections
  • Business$40/user/mo$36 billed annually; $40 in AI credits/mo, buy extra credits
  • EnterpriseCustomSSO, self-hosting option, dedicated support

Retable

  • Free$0Up to 3 collaborators per workspace
  • Team$12/user/mo$120/yr per user billed annually; 50,000 records/project
  • EnterpriseCustomOn-prem or dedicated cloud, unlimited records

Quadratic · Key features

  • Python, SQL and JavaScript code cells next to formulas
  • AI that writes formulas, code and charts from plain language
  • Direct connections to Postgres, MySQL, Snowflake and BigQuery
  • Import of CSV, Excel, Parquet and PDF tables
  • Agents for auditing sheets, fixing errors and augmenting data
  • MCP server and API for external AI agents

Cons

  • Less familiar for Excel users who never write code
  • AI usage capped by monthly credit allowances
  • Fewer finance-specific templates than Excel or Equals

Retable · Key features

  • Spreadsheet-database views
  • Forms
  • Automations
  • Collaboration
  • Templates
  • API

Cons

  • Smaller ecosystem
  • Fewer integrations
  • Less known

Quadratic vs Retable: FAQ

Which is cheaper, Quadratic or Retable?

Retable starts at $12/mo and Quadratic at $20/mo. Both prices are checked on the vendors' own pricing pages.

Do Quadratic and Retable have a free plan?

Yes, both Quadratic and Retable have a free plan; paid plans add more usage and features.

Not sure yet?