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ToolJet vs Retool: catalog facts
ToolJetRetool
Freemium

The open-source edition can be self-hosted for free; ToolJet Cloud and enterprise features…

Freemium

A free starting tier is offered, with paid and enterprise plans available.

Web, Self-hosted Web
  • Visual builder, prompt-based generation and coding-agent access all produce the same app
  • More than 100 integrations with databases, APIs and SaaS tools
  • Generates internal apps from prompts
  • Connects to many databases and APIs
  • MCP support is still in beta
  • Governance and AI features are aimed at teams and may sit in paid tiers
  • Aimed at business teams rather than personal use
  • Proprietary hosted platform
Self-hosted, Hosted service Web application, Hosted service
Open source Closed source
License: AGPL-3.0 License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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