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Top 10 Microsoft Access Alternatives & Competitors

By Microsoft
(842)4.0 out of 5

Microsoft Access is not the only option for Desktop Database Software. Explore other competing options and alternatives. Other important factors to consider when researching alternatives to Microsoft Access include user interface and project management. The best overall Microsoft Access alternative is Ninox. Other similar apps like Microsoft Access are OpenOffice Base, Memento Database, LibreOffice Base, and Axisbase. Microsoft Access alternatives can be found in Desktop Database Software but may also be in No-Code Development Platforms.

Best Paid & Free Alternatives to Microsoft Access

  • Ninox
  • OpenOffice Base
  • Memento Database
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Top 10 Alternatives to Microsoft Access Recently Reviewed By G2 Community

Browse options below. Based on reviewer data, you can see how Microsoft Access stacks up to the competition, check reviews from current & previous users in industries like Information Technology and Services, Higher Education, and Hospital & Health Care, and find the best product for your business.
    #1

  1. Ninox

    By Ninox Software GmbH
    (355)4.7 out of 5

    2. Ninox is the easy no-code platform for everyone. Create your own Business Application that matches your workflow. Additionally Ninox promotes team collaboration functionalities and the integration of the most common used services e.g. Google and many more.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Access, Ninox is:

    Better at support
    Easier to do business with
    More usable
    See all Ninox reviews
    #2

  2. OpenOffice Base

    By The Apache Software Foundation
    (51)4.1 out of 5

    3. Base is a desktop database management system, designed to meet the needs of a broad array of users. Base offers wizards to help users new to database design (or Base) to create Tables, Queries, Forms and Reports, along with a set of predefined table definitions for tracking Assets, Customers, Sales Orders, Invoices and much more.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Access, OpenOffice Base is:

    Easier to do business with
    Easier to set up
    Easier to admin
    See all OpenOffice Base reviews
    #3

  3. Memento Database

    By MementoDB Inc.
    (48)4.5 out of 5

    4. Flexible and easy to use database manager for Android & Desktop

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Access, Memento Database is:

    Easier to admin
    Easier to do business with
    Easier to set up
    See all Memento Database reviews
    #4

  4. LibreOffice Base

    By The Document Foundation (TDF)
    (15)3.8 out of 5

    5. Base is a full-featured desktop database front end, designed to meet the needs of a broad array of users. Base caters to power users and enterprise requirements, providing native-support drivers for some of the most widely employed multi-user database engines: MySQL/MariaDB, Adabas D, MS Access and PostgreSQL. In addition, the built-in support for JDBC- and ODBC-standard drivers allows you to connect to virtually any other existing database engine as well.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:
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    #5

  5. Axisbase

    By Axisbase
    (11)3.9 out of 5

    6. Axisbase is a database system that you can use to track whatever kind of information your business deals with. Axisbase is comparable to other personal/office database tools and it is also a database server.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Access, Axisbase is:

    More usable
    See all Axisbase reviews
    #6

  6. Corel Paradox

    By Corel Corporation
    (1)5.0 out of 5

    7. Paradox database management system

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    #7

  7. Kintone

    By Kintone
    (242)4.6 out of 5

    8. Build business applications and database apps faster and easier with Kintone, the agile, no-code application Platform as a Service (aPaaS). Collaborate around your apps and data, then deliver powerful, dynamic reports. Use Kintone's open API to connect the tools and services your company is already using in order to have a centralized, 360-degree view of your business.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:
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    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Access, Kintone is:

    Easier to do business with
    Better at support
    More usable
    See all Kintone reviews
    #8

  8. Business-in-a-Box

    By Biztree Docs
    (12)4.7 out of 5

    9. Business in a Box: Streamline, Organize, and Empower Your Business Business in a Box is a comprehensive all-in-one business management platform trusted by over 250,000 companies worldwide. With an extensive library of 3,000+ professionally crafted templates, we simplify every aspect of your operations—from legal agreements, HR management, and financial tools to marketing strategies and business planning. Our cloud-based solution ensures your business documents are securely stored, easily accessible, and ready for seamless collaboration. Enjoy 20 GB of secure cloud storage per user, intuitive document editing, and team tools like live chat, video calls, and project management features, enabling you to stay connected and productive anywhere, anytime. Powered by AI, Business in a Box helps businesses automate workflows, streamline processes, and reduce costs—all while ensuring top-tier security and reliability. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, CEO, or manager, our platform saves you time, enhances compliance, and empowers you to focus on growth. Join 250,000+ businesses who trust us to streamline their operations and achieve success. Business in a Box is more than software—it’s your partner in efficiency, innovation, and business excellence. Start today and experience why businesses worldwide rely on us to simplify, organize, and scale their success.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Access, Business-in-a-Box is:

    More usable
    Better at support
    Better at meeting requirements
    See all Business-in-a-Box reviews
    #9

  9. SpeedBase

    By InfoLine
    (16)4.5 out of 5

    10. SpeedBase is a database software with comprehensive customization options to build the own database. It helps to tore and updates any type of information in a single location to find it quickly any time.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Access, SpeedBase is:

    More usable
    Better at support
    Better at meeting requirements
    See all SpeedBase reviews
    #10

  10. Database Oasis

    By MFK Solutions
    (13)4.7 out of 5

    11. Database Oasis provides database software solutions with no coding requirements. Rather than spending money on custom application development for your small business solutions, purchasing multiple desktop applications, or paying a DBA for custom database solutions, this simple database designer uses point-and-click to offer an easy database creation alternative.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Access:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Access, Database Oasis is:

    More usable
    Better at meeting requirements
    Better at support
    See all Database Oasis reviews

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