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Market Segments
Small-Business (63.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (54.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
Free
Claris FileMaker
Star Rating
(577)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
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Star Rating
(351)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (54.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Claris FileMaker excels in building custom business applications, with users highlighting its ability to streamline operations through easy integration and customization. One user noted, "We leverage on Claris FileMaker when it comes to building custom business applications and the tool has been awesome."
- Users say Retool stands out for its rapid application development capabilities, allowing teams to create enterprise-quality applications quickly. A reviewer mentioned, "I really liked how Retool made the process fast for building an audience engine, allowing me to get everything ready in less than 24 hours."
- According to verified reviews, Claris FileMaker offers a user-friendly experience with clear models and templates that guide employees in creating applications. This ease of use is reflected in its high ratings, with users appreciating the low-code approach that minimizes technical difficulties.
- Reviewers mention that Retool's integration capabilities are a significant advantage, particularly its ability to connect with source control and kick off CI/CD processes. Users appreciate the built-in unit tests that automatically run on changes, enhancing the development workflow.
- Users highlight Claris FileMaker's strong support for cross-platform development, making it a flexible choice for managing complex data across various sectors. One user stated, "Claris FileMaker is a powerful and flexible tool that truly supports cross-platform development for custom database applications."
- G2 reviewers note that while both platforms have their strengths, Claris FileMaker has a slight edge in customization options, with users praising its ability to tailor applications to specific business needs. In contrast, Retool, while effective, is seen as slightly less customizable, with one user commenting on its intuitive interface but noting limitations in certain workflows.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Claris FileMaker
Claris FileMaker
Free Trial
Claris offers a variety of license options to meet every businessess needs.
- Claris FileMaker 2023 allows you to deliver the highest-performing, reliable, and scalable custom applications ever.
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
Claris FileMaker
Free Trial is available
Retool
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
469
8.6
273
Ease of Use
8.6
469
8.6
275
Ease of Setup
8.7
294
8.5
213
Ease of Admin
8.7
287
8.6
150
Quality of Support
8.2
406
8.4
207
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
273
8.9
127
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
463
9.3
252
Features by Category
Administration
8.9
111
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
101
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
110
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
109
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
104
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
102
|
Verified
Not enough data
Automation
9.0
107
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
98
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
103
|
Verified
Not enough data
Development
7.9
101
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
85
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
102
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
79
|
Verified
Not enough data
Digital Workflows
Not enough data
9.1
49
Not enough data
8.9
50
Not enough data
7.4
46
Forms
Not enough data
8.3
49
Not enough data
7.4
45
Not enough data
7.3
45
Automation
Not enough data
8.9
49
Not enough data
8.8
46
Not enough data
8.6
47
Not enough data
6.6
44
Agentic AI - Digital Process Automation (DPA)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
8.4
76
Not enough data
8.6
74
Not enough data
8.0
72
Not enough data
7.5
70
Data Control
Not enough data
8.5
70
Not enough data
8.4
72
Not enough data
8.4
69
Agentic AI - Drag and Drop App Builder
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
7.7
5
Functionality
9.0
52
8.4
112
8.6
51
7.9
103
7.4
47
7.2
99
9.4
51
8.1
111
8.0
49
8.6
112
7.9
50
7.8
105
8.3
50
8.3
102
Generation and Interpretation - AI App Builder
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generated Application Quality - AI App Builder
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Application Design
7.9
89
|
Verified
8.1
137
8.1
84
|
Verified
8.3
139
8.8
99
|
Verified
7.8
130
7.9
94
|
Verified
7.4
128
8.6
98
|
Verified
8.0
135
Data Control
8.7
100
|
Verified
8.1
130
8.2
101
|
Verified
8.3
135
9.0
104
|
Verified
8.2
129
Publishing
9.1
102
|
Verified
8.5
135
8.8
98
|
Verified
8.3
135
8.6
99
|
Verified
8.2
132
Agentic AI - Low-Code Development Platforms
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Claris FileMaker and Retool are categorized as Low-Code Development Platforms and Application Development Platforms
Unique Categories
Claris FileMaker is categorized as Workplace Innovation Platforms
Retool is categorized as Drag and Drop App Builder, Digital Process Automation (DPA), and AI App Builder
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Claris FileMaker
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
11.2%
Information Technology and Services
10.4%
Higher Education
6.1%
Education Management
5.3%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Other
62.9%
Computer Software
20.8%
Financial Services
10.6%
Information Technology and Services
9.4%
Marketing and Advertising
4.7%
Retail
4.1%
Other
50.4%
Alternatives
Discussions
Can I create a correlation between inventory and customer database?
4 Comments
MB
Yes, that is relatively easy with Filemaker ProRead more
Hello how easy is it to apply for help with framework coding in our files?
2 Comments
ET
Adding value lists into your solution would make data entry quicker for your end user and give you control over what data they input into your fields. When...Read more
What is FileMaker Licensing for Teams?
1 Comment
SH
"FileMaker Licensing For Teams", or "FLT", was a licensing option FileMaker (now Claris) offered in 2016 that attempted to make it easier for teams of five...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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