Quadratic
AI spreadsheet with Python, SQL and JavaScript in the cells
Quadratic is a databases & spreadsheets tool for Developers and Small businesses, offered as freemium ($20/mo). Founded in United States in .
About Quadratic
Quadratic is a browser-based spreadsheet from a US startup in Boulder, Colorado, backed by a $5.6M seed round led by GV in 2024. It looks like a familiar grid, but any cell can hold Python, SQL or JavaScript alongside normal formulas, which makes it a bridge between Excel and a data notebook. The app runs on WebAssembly and WebGL, so large sheets stay responsive in the browser.
You can connect databases such as Postgres, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, Supabase and Neon, import CSV, Excel, Parquet and PDF files, and pull from QuickBooks, Mixpanel or Plaid. The built-in AI writes formulas, code and charts from plain-language requests, explains existing cells, and runs agents for auditing, fixing errors and enriching data; an MCP server lets Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor read and write sheets. The free plan has limited AI and connections, Pro and Business are priced per user with monthly AI credits, and Enterprise adds SSO and self-hosting.
Quadratic fits analysts and technical teams who outgrow spreadsheets but do not want a full notebook or BI stack. Equals is the closer pick for finance teams wanting a classic spreadsheet with live data, Grist suits structured relational data, and Airtable is better as an operational database for non-technical teams.
The vendor says sheets handle up to 100 million rows. Because AI usage comes from a monthly credit allowance, heavy users should check whether Business with on-demand credits is cheaper than several Pro seats.
Key features of Quadratic
- 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
- Scheduled tasks to refresh queries and analyses
- Real-time collaboration in shared team workspaces
Pros and cons
Pros
- Real Python in a spreadsheet without local setup
- Fast browser rendering even on very large datasets
- Code stays visible and auditable cell by cell
- Generous free plan for individual exploration
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
- No desktop or offline mode
Quadratic pricing
Quadratic uses a freemium model.
| Plan | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Limited 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 |
| Enterprise | Custom | SSO, self-hosting option, dedicated support |
Source: www.quadratichq.com · checked on Oct 20, 2026
How Quadratic compares in Databases & spreadsheets
- Rank by votes
- #1 / 17
- Starting price
- $20
- Free alternatives
- 4
0 votes from members
67% above the category median ($12/mo)
Free or open-source tools in Databases & spreadsheets
Quadratic ranks #1 of 17 databases & spreadsheets tools by community votes and is priced above most tools in the category.
Common use cases
- 1Querying a production database and charting results in one sheet
- 2Cleaning large CSV or Parquet exports with Python
- 3Extracting tables from PDFs into structured data
- 4Building shared KPI sheets that refresh on a schedule
- 5Prototyping data analyses before moving them to BI tools
Best for
Analysts, data scientists and technical founders who want spreadsheet speed with Python and SQL power.
Not ideal for
Finance teams wanting classic spreadsheet modelling (Equals) or non-technical teams needing an operational database (Airtable).
Integrations
- PostgreSQL
- MySQL
- Snowflake
- BigQuery
- Supabase
- QuickBooks
- Mixpanel
- Plaid
Our take
Quadratic is the most capable code-first spreadsheet available today and a real time-saver for anyone who mixes SQL, Python and charts. Start free, then move to Pro once you connect live databases or lean on the AI daily.
FAQ
- What is Quadratic?
- Quadratic is a Databases & spreadsheets tool: AI spreadsheet with Python, SQL and JavaScript in the cells.
- How much does Quadratic cost?
- Quadratic uses a Freemium model; paid plans start at $20 per month.
- What does Quadratic integrate with?
- Quadratic integrates with PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, Supabase, QuickBooks and more.
- Which platforms does Quadratic support?
- Quadratic is available on web.
- Who is Quadratic for?
- Analysts, data scientists and technical founders who want spreadsheet speed with Python and SQL power.
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