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Retool

Build internal tools, remarkably fast

FreemiumFree TierAdded Jul 1, 2017

About

Retool is the original low-code platform for building internal tools. Connect to any database or API, drag in pre-built components (tables, forms, charts, wizards), and write JavaScript for custom logic. Used by companies from startups to Fortune 500. While Retool has taken funding, its self-hosted option and generous free tier make it accessible to small teams.

Tags

internal-toolslow-codeadmin-paneldashboarddatabasedrag-and-drop

Origin Story

By David Hsu

The Problem

Every company builds the same internal tools — admin panels, dashboards, CRUD apps. 30-40% of engineering time was wasted on these repetitive builds.

Building It

Founded in 2017. Grew to serve thousands of companies. Pioneered the internal tool builder category.

What It Means

The tool that created the internal tool builder category. Proved that internal tools don't need custom development.

The Dream

To give every company the internal tools they need without wasting engineering time building them.

Pricing

ModelFreemium
Starting at$10/mo
Free tierAvailable

Free for up to 5 users with unlimited apps. Team at $10/user/month. Business at $50/user/month. Self-hosted options available.

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Category

No Code Automation

Problems Solved

  • Building Internal Tools Fast
  • Admin Panel Builder
  • Connecting Databases To Ui

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