Best self-hosted Software Development - Low Code apps
A low-code development platform (LCDP) provides a development environment used to create application software through a graphical user interface.
13 open source Software Development - Low Code tools you host on your own server — with full control of your data and no per-user cost.
Dify.ai
★ 146,174Dify is a platform for building AI applications — chatbots, agents and RAG flows — with a visual interface and support for many models. Self-hosted, it lets you build AI products while keeping prompts, data and users on your own server.
PocketBase
★ 59,233PocketBase is a complete backend in a single executable file: database, authentication, files and a realtime API. Self-hosted, it's the open source alternative to Firebase, ideal for apps and prototypes.
Appwrite
★ 56,387Appwrite is a backend-as-a-service (BaaS) platform with authentication, database, functions and storage, accessible via SDKs. Self-hosted, it's the open source alternative to Firebase for developers who want full control.
Appsmith
★ 40,127Appsmith lets you quickly build internal admin panels and CRUD apps, connecting databases and APIs. It's the open source alternative to Retool, running on your own infrastructure.
Halo
★ 39,100A powerful and easy-to-use website building tool (documentation in Chinese).
ToolJet
★ 38,052ToolJet is a low-code framework for building and shipping internal tools with little engineering effort. Self-hosted, it's the alternative to Retool with your data under control.
Budibase
★ 28,051Budibase builds internal apps, dashboards and CRUD flows in minutes, with a built-in or connected database. Hosted by you, it's an open source alternative to OutSystems and Retool.
Manifest
★ 7,098Complete backend that fits into 1 YAML file.
TrailBase
★ 5,347Open, sub-millisecond, single-executable FireBase alternative with type-safe REST & realtime APIs, built-in JS/TS runtime, auth & admin UI.
SQLPage
★ 2,515SQL-only dynamic website builder.
Saltcorn
★ 2,022No-code database application builder for web and mobile applications. One platform for user interface, data backend, durable workflows, email, PDF generation, and AI applications.
autokitteh
★ 1,138Durable workflow automation in just a few lines of code.
UI Bakery
★ 295Build internal tools, customer portals, and CRUD apps quickly. Configure scheduled jobs and webhooks. Create structure and manage data through a GUI.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best self-hosted Software Development - Low Code tools?
Among the 13 options, the most popular include Dify.ai, PocketBase, Appwrite. Compare license, platform and popularity in the list below.
Is there a free open source alternative for Software Development - Low Code?
Yes — all 13 tools on this page are open source and you run them on your own server, with no monthly fee.
Where can I host a Software Development - Low Code app?
On a home server (homelab) or a cheap VPS from ~€4/mo. See the suggestions on this page.