Compare Bubble and Retool 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (94.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (53.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free
Bubble
Star Rating
(159)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (94.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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Star Rating
(325)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Bubble excels in customized branding options, scoring 8.9 compared to Retool's 7.9. Reviewers mention that Bubble allows for extensive personalization of applications, making it a favorite for businesses looking to maintain brand identity.
- Reviewers mention that Retool shines in data migration capabilities, achieving a score of 8.5, while Bubble only scores 6.7. Users on G2 highlight Retool's seamless integration with various databases, making it easier to transition data without hassle.
- G2 users indicate that Bubble has a more user-friendly WYSIWYG editor, scoring 8.4, which allows for intuitive design without coding. In contrast, Retool's editor, while functional, does not provide the same level of ease, leading to a score of 8.1.
- Users say that Retool offers superior automation features, with a score of 8.8 for workflow automation, compared to Bubble's 8.0. Reviewers mention that Retool's automation capabilities streamline processes effectively, making it ideal for teams focused on efficiency.
- Reviewers mention that Bubble's application templates score lower at 7.1 compared to Retool's 7.5, indicating that while both platforms offer templates, Retool's are perceived as more versatile and easier to adapt for various use cases.
- Users report that Retool has a slight edge in overall ease of use, scoring 8.6 compared to Bubble's 7.7. G2 users highlight that Retool's interface is more straightforward, making it easier for new users to get started quickly.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Bubble
Free
Free
Best for learning how to use Bubble
- Development version
- API connector
- Component library
Retool
Free
Free
For developers and small teams
- Unlimited web and mobile apps 1GB of workflow data
- 5GB of data storage
- Connect to any API or data source
Free Trial
Bubble
Free Trial is available
Retool
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.4
87
8.6
251
Ease of Use
7.7
87
8.6
252
Ease of Setup
8.4
47
8.4
190
Ease of Admin
8.5
44
8.6
142
Quality of Support
7.8
78
8.4
194
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.4
41
8.9
119
Product Direction (% positive)
7.8
80
9.2
229
Features by Category
Functionality
7.7
16
Not enough data
8.0
17
Not enough data
7.7
15
Not enough data
Management
7.8
12
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
8.3
17
Not enough data
Support
7.4
13
Not enough data
6.5
11
Not enough data
6.1
12
Not enough data
Digital Workflows
Not enough data
9.1
44
Not enough data
8.9
45
Not enough data
7.5
43
Forms
Not enough data
8.2
45
Not enough data
7.4
42
Not enough data
7.3
42
Automation
Not enough data
8.8
44
Not enough data
8.7
42
Not enough data
8.5
44
Not enough data
6.6
42
Functionality
8.5
32
8.4
66
8.9
32
8.6
64
8.9
33
7.9
62
7.1
25
7.6
62
Data Control
6.7
27
8.5
63
7.8
26
8.4
63
8.2
31
8.4
62
Functionality
Not enough data
8.4
103
Not enough data
7.9
94
Not enough data
7.1
91
Not enough data
8.0
102
Not enough data
8.6
103
Not enough data
7.9
98
Not enough data
8.2
94
Application Design
Not enough data
8.1
124
Not enough data
8.3
126
Not enough data
7.8
117
Not enough data
7.4
117
Not enough data
7.9
120
Data Control
Not enough data
8.1
119
Not enough data
8.3
122
Not enough data
8.2
117
Publishing
Not enough data
8.6
122
Not enough data
8.3
122
Not enough data
8.2
120
User Interface Design
8.4
59
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Verified
Not enough data
9.0
62
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.0
54
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
63
|
Verified
Not enough data
Data Control
7.1
47
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
51
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
59
|
Verified
Not enough data
Publishing
8.5
62
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
57
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
56
|
Verified
Not enough data
Customizations
6.3
24
Not enough data
7.9
30
Not enough data
7.3
28
Not enough data
8.2
27
Not enough data
Growth
6.1
28
Not enough data
6.0
25
Not enough data
5.0
21
Not enough data
5.9
22
Not enough data
7.6
22
Not enough data
Content
7.4
26
Not enough data
6.6
24
Not enough data
8.3
28
Not enough data
4.9
13
Not enough data
Support
7.1
23
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Bubble and Retool are categorized as Drag and Drop App Builder
Unique Categories
Retool is categorized as Application Development Platforms, Low-Code Development Platforms, and Digital Process Automation (DPA)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Bubble
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Retool
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
21.2%
Information Technology and Services
10.3%
Marketing and Advertising
6.8%
Accounting
3.4%
Professional Training & Coaching
2.7%
Other
55.5%
Computer Software
21.7%
Financial Services
11.0%
Information Technology and Services
10.1%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
4.1%
Other
49.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
Bubble
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Ирина .
Verified User in E-Learning
high-speed query processing great features for custom logic almost unlimited development opportunities
Most Helpful Critical Review
Shane A.
Verified User in Professional Training & Coaching
Originally, I would have suggested that Bubble was good for an initial startup trying to validate its market fit. 5 years into it and I can no longer agree. This week Bubble unveiled new pricing that made its platform 8 times more expensive for many people....
Retool
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Utilities
I like that there are multiple options to calculate the plan & I love that it's all in one place.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Computer Software
The vendor was the worst we've had in our company. They coerced us into signing a massive contract which we didn't require. Their performance was abysmal and their support is horrendous."
Ирина .
Verified User in E-Learning
high-speed query processing great features for custom logic almost unlimited development opportunities
Verified User in Utilities
I like that there are multiple options to calculate the plan & I love that it's all in one place.
Shane A.
Verified User in Professional Training & Coaching
Originally, I would have suggested that Bubble was good for an initial startup trying to validate its market fit. 5 years into it and I can no longer agree. This week Bubble unveiled new pricing that made its platform 8 times more expensive for many people....
Verified User in Computer Software
The vendor was the worst we've had in our company. They coerced us into signing a massive contract which we didn't require. Their performance was abysmal and their support is horrendous."
Discussions
How is it
2 comments
PM
Recently changed for the worst. Still has bad management and still has an amazing community! Read more
Horrible page load speeds
1 comment
EJ
Bubble has been making enhancements to their platform to address SEO performance. I'd say if you're using Bubble as a CMS where SEO is key, it might not be...Read more
What is the best way to manage injected CSS/external CSS?
1 comment
PM
It really depends on what you are trying to do. Sometimes it's easier to reassess the certain feature/requirement than to manually shoehorn in css. Read more
Except using Retool as an internal tool, any cases about using retool as a public tool?
1 comment
TR
Depending on your use case it is quite flexible. On higher tiers supports user level access control, imbedding, and google docs integration is pretty good.Read more
How do I populate a table as I'm running a query?
1 comment
NS
You should be able to apply the query to a table and it should populate automatically.Read more
What is Retool used for?
1 comment
AR
Retool is used to create customized, data applications and tools for internal use within organizations. It simplifies the development process, making it...Read more
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