European alternatives to Airtable
Airtable blends spreadsheet and database, but processes data in the US. European no-code databases offer the same flexibility with EU data residency or self-hosting.
Why look for an alternative?
Reasons include EU data storage, digital sovereignty, cost (Airtable gets expensive per user) and a wish for self-hosting or open source.
What to look for in an alternative
- EU data residency or self-hosting
- Tables, views and links like Airtable
- Forms, automations and API
- DPA
- Value for money without pricey per-seat costs
The best European alternatives at a glance
Sorted by suitability as a replacement for the tool you searched. The Sovereignty Score independently rates how European and data-sovereign a provider is – so the two values can differ.
German no-code database and Airtable alternative with cloud, dedicated and on-premises options.
Open-source no-code database from Amsterdam – the Airtable alternative to self-host or use as an EU cloud.
Comparison table
The top providers in detail
SeaTable is a German no-code database platform for tables, workflows, forms and collaborative processes. The product positions itself as a European alternative to Airtable and combines cloud usage with dedicated and on-premises deployment options. According to the provider, SeaTable Cloud user data is stored and processed in Exoscale data centers in Frankfurt and Munich, and user data does not leave Europe. A public data processing agreement is available and can be generated online. For Euro Toolhub, SeaTable is a strong candidate for teams that want Airtable-like flexibility with a German provider structure and controllable data residency.
Strengths
- German GmbH based in Mainz
- User data stated to be hosted in Frankfurt and Munich
- Cloud, dedicated and on-premises options available
- Public DPA and clear security page
Weaknesses
- Not open source in the classic sense
- SOC 2 not verified
- Dedicated or on-premises setup may be too large for very small teams
Baserow is an open-source no-code database from Amsterdam that offers the spreadsheet-meets-database experience popularised by Airtable – including an API, views, forms and automations. The core is MIT-licensed and can be fully self-hosted via Docker, with Baserow stating it has no access to your data. Alternatively there is a cloud whose data is stored in Amsterdam, with a freemium entry and affordable team plans. For teams that want Airtable-like flexibility with European data residency and open-source transparency, Baserow is a strong choice.
Strengths
- Open-source core (MIT) and fully self-hostable
- Cloud data stored in Amsterdam (EU) according to the provider
- Airtable-like experience with API and automations
- Affordable entry, no per-user cost when self-hosting
Weaknesses
- Premium/enterprise features are proprietary-licensed
- Self-hosting requires Docker know-how and maintenance
- Younger ecosystem than the US market leader
Migration effort
| Providers | Migration effort | Fit |
|---|---|---|
| SeaTable | medium | 84/100 |
| Baserow | medium | 82/100 |
When switching pays off
For German data residency with cloud, dedicated and on-premises options, SeaTable is the obvious choice. For an open-source, self-hostable Airtable alternative, Baserow fits well.
When to stick with your current tool
If you rely heavily on Airtable's marketplace extensions and sync integrations, check whether the alternative covers your key workflows.
Frequently asked questions
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