Retool Reviews & Product Details

I really enjoy the variety of components that come inside the app editor. I like the fact that they focus on technical people (i.e. developers) who speak the same language, yet they empower them with the right features they need to build internal tools faster and seamlessly. Most things are customizable and easily managed with coding! Although I like to use niche tools each focused on solving a specific problem, I have been enjoying how Retool combines various elements of a platform development process (e.g. built-in dashboard, file storage, automation workflows and email).

Their community forum and support are great, as a result of both contributing members and Retool experts! Moreover, their pricing plans are generous. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It can get quite pricey if you want to deploy an app to the public that is focused on external users. It is best for building internal tools. Even if I built an internal app, I would have liked to have the ability to share a public URL instead of inviting my colleagues to sign up and join. At the same time, I find that sometimes the app editor is lagging and could respond faster. Last but not least, I tried adding their Mapbox component, but I didn't have the option to customize it fully. I will need to develop one myself in React and then add it to my Retool app. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Retool makes all front-end work very simple, which saves a lot of time that I can dedicate to developing background processes. With the help of Workflows and custom queries, it becomes much easier for a programming beginner like me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes, it can be challenging to create fully customized processes, but the ability to write JavaScript and CSS everywhere makes this manageable. The Retool team constantly improves the platform based on user needs, adding great new features—like the recent Multi-Page App support, which has been highly appreciated! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As a software developer, I really like the immediate availability of all the building blocks of a full fledged app - database, file storage, interfaces, etc. Also the ease with which the interface components connect to the backend resources is such a breeze! Most or maybe even all the standard use cases for displaying data can be implemented in just a few minutes. I was able to set up all the data infrastructure and UI for a bike business, including tracking repairs, rentals, bike tours, and inventory in just a couple of days. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The highly opinionated nature of the platform can be a limitation at times, but there is always a workaround. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Lo que más me gusta de Retool es lo rápido que te permite desarrollar aplicaciones sin necesidad de tener grandes conocimientos de código. Es súper fácil de usar y conectar con bases de datos o APIs. Además, la interfaz es muy intuitiva, lo que hace que el proceso de desarrollo sea mucho más ágil. Ideal para ahorrar tiempo y enfocarte en lo que realmente importa. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

La verdad, pocas cosas. Llevo unas semanas desarrollando un CRM avanzado y, si tuviera que mencionar algo, sería que no tiene un sistema para renombrar componentes de forma dinámica (o que yo haya detectado). Cambiar el nombre de cada objeto uno por uno puede ser algo pesado cuando trabajas con escenas más grandes. Pero fuera de eso, todo genial. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Super quick to pick up, even for new users.

Drag-and-drop interface is intuitive and responsive.

Endless possibilities for creating custom tools.

Wide variety of components available to build anything you need.

Excellent documentation and videos for guidance.

Solid error handling ensures stability when building applications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Takes some time to fully get used to, but resources help bridge the gap.

While non-technical users can easily interact with completed products, creating tools independently could be challenging. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Retool has completely changed the way I build apps. The drag-and-drop interface is super intuitive, making it easy to piece together complex applications without writing tons of code. I love how seamlessly it connects with all sorts of data sources and APIs—whether it's a SQL database or a REST API, Retool handles it all effortlessly. Plus, the pre-built templates save me so much time when starting new projects. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While I love using Retool, there are a few hiccups. The learning curve was a bit steep at first, especially when diving into more advanced features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Its ability to handle the complex data patterns and displaying it in very efficient manner.

It provides easy to use UI to start with creative dashboards.

Integration with Rest API, Google spreadsheets etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As it has lots of features sometime it is difficult to have the idea of all features immediately. For example i didn't knew that i can write python code in the workflow and run it using a different input feature as workflow and display it in the ui for user. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Very fast and responsive - intuitive too. I have experience as a front-end developer but I haven't found the need to rely on those skills too much. I find it very easy to use. The preview function is good and also the releases and history mean I can roll back if I have an issue. I have been using a combination of ChatGPT & Claude to help me when I get stuck. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I have found it a little bit difficuilt to view my app in a mobile viewport. Also some limitations in terms of theming. I would say maybe as a true "no code" tool it would be quite a lot more limited, if people had no idea about code then they might get stuck. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

After trying a number of low-code applications, I found that Retool was the perfect fit for functionality, flexibility, and ease of use. I am not a developer and have very little experience with wring any coding language. But, with nothing more than ChatGPT and the super helpful Retool community, I've was able to spin up a number of simple to complex tools and applications that provide deep analysis with directy BigQuery connections and automated data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The negatives I've had so far are few and far between. If I had to pick one, it would be a longer roadmap on some of the very specific features I've been waiting for like native pivot table functionaltiy. However, I 've been able to find workarounds with the help of the community. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I love most about Retool is its incredible flexibility and speed in building custom interactive tools. The platform allows us to bring together APIs, databases, and even AI agents seamlessly, letting us create interactive, dynamic KPI that are tailored precisely to stakeholder needs. The ability to write and execute Python, JavaScript, and SQL directly within the platform gives us control over everything, from data processing to creating unique visual components. It’s a powerful, all-in-one solution that accelerates development and has become essential for our operations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The main downside is the learning curve—Retool can feel a bit overwhelming for team members without coding experience. Advanced customizations sometimes need extra support or technical know-how, which can slow down non-developers. But once you get it, is easy for any implementation you need. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.