Budibase vs ToolJet
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted automation & workflows options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Budibase
Low-code platform to build internal tools and automations
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ToolJet
Low-code platform for building and automating business tools
| Feature | Budibase | ToolJet |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Automation & Workflows | Automation & Workflows |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, kubernetes, helm | docker, kubernetes, helm |
| GitHub stars | ★ 28,190 | ★ 38,306 |
| First released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Microsoft Power Apps, Retool, Airtable | Retool, Microsoft Power Apps |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Budibase or ToolJet better?
Neither is universally better. ToolJet has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Budibase and ToolJet free and open-source?
Yes. Budibase is licensed under GPL-3.0 and ToolJet under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Budibase and ToolJet with Docker?
Budibase: yes. ToolJet: yes.