Grist
Open-source relational spreadsheet-database with Python formulas, granular permissions and self-hosting
Free planPaid from $8/user/mo annual30-day trial
- Web app
- Self-hosted / On-premise
Grist vs Smartsheet
A side-by-side comparison to help you choose.
Smartsheet
Smartsheet edges ahead on overall rating and fit.
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Smartsheet
Spreadsheet-style work management platform for projects, portfolios and processes at scale.
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- iOS (iPhone & iPad)
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Feature comparison
| Grist | Smartsheet | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Pricing | Free+Paid | Paid Subscription |
| Starting price | $8/user/mo annual | From $9/user/mo |
| Free plan | Included | Included |
| Offers free trial | Yes (30 days) | Yes (30 days) |
| Platforms | Web app, Self-hosted / On-premise | Web app, iOS (iPhone & iPad), Android, macOS, Windows |
| Integrations | — | Slack, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, Jira, Salesforce, Zapier |
| Best for | Data-conscious teams wanting Airtable-style structure without lock-in Developers and analysts who want Python formulas and an open API Organizations that must self-host for compliance or cost reasons Nonprofits and small organizations qualifying for free self-hosted keys | Teams whose shared spreadsheets have become fragile project trackers Project and PMO teams needing Gantt, dashboards and automations Enterprises that need SSO, governance and portfolio tooling Spreadsheet-comfortable teams that want structure without retraining |
| Founded | 2014 | 2005 |
| Company | Grist Labs | Smartsheet Inc. |