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The Verdict · Independently researched
App Builders$25/mono-code
Glide
Glide builds mobile and web apps from spreadsheet data with a drag-and-drop interface, ideal for quick internal apps and prototypes without code.
Overview
Overview
What Glide is, and who it's for.
Glide builds mobile and web apps from spreadsheet data with a drag-and-drop interface, ideal for quick internal apps and prototypes without code.
Best for
Best for
- Internal apps
- Mobile prototypes
- Field tools
Pricing
Pricing
What Glide costs — current plans.
| Plan | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free/month |
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| Maker | $25/month |
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Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Starts at $25/mo.
The balance
Pros & cons
Pros
- Spreadsheet-to-app speed
- Strong mobile output
- Generous free tier
Cons
- Limited for complex logic
- Scaling costs rise
The Verdict
Read before you buy
Where Glide fits, and where it doesn't.
Read before you buy
When NOT to use Glide
- You need heavy custom backend logic
- You are building a public marketplace
Integrations
Integrations
- google-sheets
- airtable
- zapier
FAQ
FAQ
- Can Glide build mobile apps?
- Yes, Glide is especially good for mobile-first apps built from spreadsheet data.
- Is the Glide free plan enough to test an internal tool?
- Yes for the shape of it — a working app over your own data is the point, and that is what decides whether colleagues will actually open it. What the free tier will not tell you is the cost curve. Glide's own listed drawback is that scaling costs rise, so model usage before you roll it out.
- What is Glide not suitable for?
- Heavy custom backend logic, and public marketplaces — it names both. Its listed drawbacks are the same boundary seen from inside: limited for complex logic, and costs that rise as you scale. It is at its best as an internal tool over data a team already maintains, which is a narrower job than it first appears.
- Why does Glide score 4.6 out of 5 here?
- The score is computed, not assigned: 35 of 35 for documented capabilities, 22 of 25 for published pricing, 20 of 20 for free access and 15 of 20 for the integration list. It scores full marks on capabilities, which is rare. The number measures how much you can verify before paying, not how good the tool is to use.
The Stacks