Comparison
ScratchBoard vs Airtable
Cloud database platform with spreadsheet-like interface
TL;DR
Airtable is a great database tool with a spreadsheet feel. ScratchBoard goes further — it is a full business application platform with 25+ marketplace apps, customer portals, enterprise RBAC, and an AI agent that builds apps from conversation. If you need more than a database, ScratchBoard is the better fit.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Airtable | ScratchBoard |
|---|---|---|
| AI App Builder | ||
| Pre-built Business Apps | Limited | 25+ |
| Customer Portals | Basic | Full checkout & auth |
| Workflow Automation | Basic | 20+ action types |
| RBAC Permissions | Basic | 70+ with field-level |
| Stripe Integration | ||
| Self-hosted Option | ||
| Starting Price | $20/user/mo | $1/mo |
Where ScratchBoard wins
- 25+ marketplace apps ready to install and customize
- Enterprise RBAC with 70+ permissions and field-level control
- Full customer portals with checkout and authentication
- AI agent that builds entire apps from a conversation
- 20+ workflow action types for complex business logic
Airtable's strengths
- Spreadsheet-style views and forms
- Built-in automations and integrations
- Interface designer for simple portals
- REST API for custom integrations
When to choose Airtable
Choose Airtable if you primarily need a flexible database with spreadsheet views and do not require full business applications, customer portals, or advanced automation.
When to choose ScratchBoard
Choose ScratchBoard if you need a full business application platform with marketplace apps, customer portals, enterprise permissions, and AI-powered app building.
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