Appsmith vs Reflex
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Appsmith
Open-source low-code platform for building internal apps
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Reflex
Build full-stack web apps in pure Python
| Feature | Appsmith | Reflex |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Automation & Workflows | Developer Tools & Git |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, kubernetes, helm | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 40,605 | ★ 28,792 |
| First released | 2020 | 2022 |
| Replaces | Retool, Microsoft Power Apps | Streamlit, Retool |
Why pick each one
Choose Reflex if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Mature project with 28.8k GitHub stars
- Written in Python
Frequently asked questions
Is Appsmith or Reflex better?
Neither is universally better. Appsmith has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Appsmith and Reflex free and open-source?
Yes. Appsmith is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Reflex under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Appsmith and Reflex with Docker?
Appsmith: yes. Reflex: yes.