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Self-Hosting Teable: Open-Source Airtable Alternative

Teable is a fast, open-source alternative to Airtable built on PostgreSQL. Spreadsheet interface with database power.

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What Is Teable?


Teable provides a spreadsheet interface on top of a real PostgreSQL database. It's like Airtable but open-source and self-hosted.


Teable vs Baserow vs NocoDB


  • Teable: Fastest (built on PostgreSQL), newest
  • Baserow: Most mature, broadest features
  • NocoDB: Wraps existing databases with a UI

    • Features


  • Grid, kanban, form, and gallery views
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Field types: text, number, select, date, link, formula, rollup
  • REST API for every table
  • Webhooks and automations
  • Row-level access control

    • Why Teable?


    Performance

    Built directly on PostgreSQL. Handles millions of rows where spreadsheet-based tools struggle.


    SQL Access

    Your data is in real PostgreSQL tables. Connect with any SQL tool, BI platform, or custom application.


    Self-Hosted

    No vendor lock-in. Your data in your PostgreSQL database on your server.


    Deployment


    1. Deploy Teable on TinyPod

    2. Create your first table

    3. Define fields

    4. Import data or start entering

    5. Share with team


    Resources: 1 CPU, 1 GB RAM with PostgreSQL.