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    Retool

    No-code/low-code with AI

    Retool is a developer-first platform for building internal business software—web apps, native mobile apps, automated workflows, and AI agents—fast.

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    Retool Overview

    Retool is a developer-first platform for building internal business software—web apps, native mobile apps, automated workflows, and AI agents—fast. Instead of reinventing boilerplate, engineers assemble production-ready UIs from 100+ components and wire them up with standard JavaScript, Python, and SQL while connecting to virtually any database or API. Retool also includes a built-in Postgres database, staging/production environments, versioning, and modular reuse to help teams ship reliable tools quickly and maintain them at scale. Designed for engineering teams at startups through the Fortune 500, Retool emphasizes governance and security: granular permissions (RBAC), audit logs, Git-based source control, SSO/SAML, observability, and platform APIs—plus flexible deployment in Retool Cloud or fully self-hosted (including air‑gapped) for stringent data needs. Pricing reflects real usage: seats for builders, lower-cost seats for end users, runs for workflows, and hourly pricing for AI Agents. Whether you’re replacing spreadsheet workflows, building customer-facing portals, or orchestrating complex data operations, Retool helps teams deliver mission‑critical apps in a fraction of the time—with the flexibility of real code when you need it.

    Key Features & Capabilities

    Code-first app building with standard languages

    Build with JavaScript, Python, and SQL—no proprietary formulas. Developers can drop into code whenever needed while leveraging visual tooling to accelerate UI and data wiring.

    Connect to virtually any database or API

    Retool is data-agnostic with native support for SQL/NoSQL databases, REST/GraphQL APIs, and third-party services. Reuse queries across apps and environments to scale safely.

    Production-ready UI components and modules

    Assemble dashboards and workflows using 100+ customizable components and reusable modules. Keep apps consistent with theming and shareable query libraries.

    Enterprise-grade governance and security

    Enforce best practices with Git-based version control, CI/CD integration, audit logging, RBAC, SAML/OIDC SSO, and observability. Configure resource environments and platform APIs.

    Multi-surface platform: Web, Mobile, Workflows, and AI Agents

    Build web apps, native mobile apps, background workflows, and AI-powered agents in one platform. Automate runs, schedule jobs, and price agents by the hour to match business value.

    Pricing Plans

    Free

    Free
    • Unlimited web & mobile apps
    • 500 workflow runs/month
    • 5GB database capacity and 5GB file storage
    • Up to 5 users
    • Up to 20 hours/month of Agents
    • Up to 100 monthly AI prompting credits per user
    • Up to 5 modules

    Team

    $10 per standard user/month (billed annually)
    • Everything in Free
    • 5,000 workflow runs/month (extra runs $75 per 5,000/month)
    • Staging resource environment
    • App release versions
    • >5 users; additional Agent hours available
    • Unlimited AI prompting credits for a limited time
    • Staging & Production resources
    • Modules: up to 5
    • End users: $5/month (billed annually)

    Business

    $50 per standard user/month (billed annually)
    • Everything in Team
    • Audit logging and rich permission controls
    • Portals and embedded apps for external access
    • Unlimited resource environments
    • Unlimited modules
    • Custom branding
    • Environment & schema migrations
    • End users: $15/month (billed annually)
    • Access to external user pricing

    Enterprise

    Custom pricing
    • Everything in Business
    • SAML / OpenID Connect SSO
    • Source control; error monitoring & observability
    • Full white-labeling
    • Independent workspaces
    • Platform APIs and workflow triggers
    • Volume-based discounts
    • Dedicated support

    Team and Business plans are billed annually with 20% savings indicated on the pricing page. External user pricing (Business): 0–50 Free; 51–250 $8/month; 251–500 $6/month; Over 500 $4/month. Enterprise offers bulk discounts and per-use-case pricing for external users. Additional workflow runs are $75 per 5,000 per month. Agents are priced hourly, with 20 free hours/month included in all plans (additional capacity available on paid plans).

    Pros & Cons

    Pros

    • Developer-first with standard JavaScript, Python, and SQL—no proprietary formulas required.
    • Data-agnostic connectivity to virtually any database or API, plus reusable queries and modules.
    • Enterprise governance: Git-based version control, RBAC, audit logs, and SAML/OIDC SSO options.
    • Build across surfaces—web apps, native mobile apps, workflows, and AI agents—in one platform.
    • Cost model optimized for scale with lower-cost end users and external user pricing options.

    Cons

    • ×Key enterprise features (SSO, full source control, white-labeling) are only available on higher tiers.
    • ×Designed primarily for developers; non-technical users may face a learning curve compared to citizen-dev tools.
    • ×Usage-based charges (workflow runs at $75 per 5,000 and hourly-priced Agents) can introduce variable costs.
    • ×Offline mode, push notifications, and mobile white-labeling are not available on lower tiers.
    • ×Free/Team plans limit modules (up to 5), which can constrain reuse in larger app portfolios.

    User Reviews

    Eric Tompkins, Director of Digital Transformation, Bish's RV

    “The ability to actually use complex code and custom components when we needed to ‘break the ceiling’ was what made Retool perfect for us. What we built in Retool gave our end-users a customized experience.”

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What can I build with Retool?

    You can build web apps, native mobile apps, AI-powered apps/agents, and background workflows and automations. Retool connects to any datastore or API so you can securely build and share business software in one place.

    Is Retool beginner friendly?

    Retool is developer-first. Most developers understand the basics in ~10 minutes and feel natural after about an hour. Non-developers with SQL knowledge can also learn to build quickly.

    What’s the difference between Retool web and mobile apps?

    Web apps are browser-based (with support for mobile layouts), while Retool Mobile builds native iOS/Android apps. Choose Mobile for native performance and device-specific features.

    What’s the difference between standard users and end users?

    Standard users edit apps or workflows during the billing cycle; end users do not. End users can be restricted from editing via permission controls on Business and Enterprise plans.

    Can I deploy Retool on-premises?

    Yes. Retool is available in cloud or self-hosted deployments, including on-prem in your own VPC via Docker. Except for a periodic license check, no external connectivity is required.

    Is Retool secure?

    Retool provides enterprise-grade security and reliability with access controls, audit logs, SSO, and more. See the security documentation for details.

    Do you offer discounts for students, educators, or nonprofits?

    Yes. Students and educators can apply for a free Business account; nonprofits can claim 25 free seats. Discounts apply to cloud or self-hosted.

    What are Retool Agents and how are they priced?

    Agents are AI-powered digital workers priced per hour of runtime. All plans include 20 free hours/month for experimentation; additional capacity is available on paid plans with rates varying by model capability.

    Will I pay separately for LLM usage?

    If you use models provided through Retool, LLM costs are included in the hourly agent rate. If you use your own provider keys, you pay that provider directly.

    What happens when I use all my free Agent hours?

    Agent execution pauses and you’ll be prompted to upgrade to a paid allocation to continue running Agents without interruption.

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