Retool Features
Application Design (5)
UI Code Extending
This feature was mentioned in 137 Retool reviews.
Gives users the ability to edit or write custom HTML, Javascript or CSS code.
Programming Code Extending
As reported in 139 Retool reviews.
Allows users to edit or write custom code with programming languages.
Customized Branding
130 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides tools for inserting brand logos, colors, quotes, and other proprietary content.
Application Templates
Based on 128 Retool reviews.
Provides base-level application templates to build atop and which users can customize for specifc users and actions.
Workflows
Based on 133 Retool reviews.
Allows the creation ofpage sequences, forms, and libraries for users navigating the application.
Data Control (6)
Data Migration
Based on 130 Retool reviews.
Lets users add data from existing sources when creating the initial application or changing data sources.
Data Synchronization
This feature was mentioned in 135 Retool reviews.
Continuously updates data as users or external data sources are edited.
Data Security
129 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Encrypts or provides some form of firewall to prevent external parties from accessing sensitive data.
Data Migration
This feature was mentioned in 70 Retool reviews.
Lets users add data from existing sources when creating the initial application or changing data sources.
Data Synchronization
72 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Continuously updates data as users or external data sources are edited.
Data Security
69 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Encrypts or provides some form of firewall to prevent external parties from accessing sensitive data.
Publishing (3)
Application Deployment
134 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Releases the application for access on desktop or mobile devices.
Platform Compatability
As reported in 135 Retool reviews.
Lets users build cross-platform applications or provide specific templates for different device types.
Lifecycle Management
As reported in 132 Retool reviews.
Provides ability to manage application and maintenance from build, throughout the release, and until it's deactivation.
Digital Workflows (3)
Logic and Conditions
Based on 49 Retool reviews.
Gives the ability to build a workflow based on business logic or a specific condition in order to route work to different people based on rules.
No-Code Or Low-Code
This feature was mentioned in 50 Retool reviews.
Provides the user with a no-code or low-code environment in which they can build applications and workflows, including drag-and-drop features.
Document Management
This feature was mentioned in 46 Retool reviews.
Gives the user the ability to manage documents, including versioning and the ability to integrate those document with third-party applications.
Forms (3)
Data Mapping
Based on 49 Retool reviews.
Integrates data and processes from multiple sources into a single system.
Templates
45 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Build interfaces once and use them across one or more processes.
Mobile-Friendly Forms
As reported in 45 Retool reviews.
Gives the user the ability to build and use forms on mobile devices.
Automation (4)
Workflow Automation
Based on 49 Retool reviews.
Streamline the flow of work processes by establishing triggers and alerts that notify and route information to the appropriate people when their action is required within the compensation process.
Workflow Mapping
46 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Visually displays connected applications and integrated data. Allows customization and management of workflow structures.
Real-Time Updates
This feature was mentioned in 47 Retool reviews.
Processing changes to data sources and applications as changes are made in real-time.
Robotic Process Automation
As reported in 44 Retool reviews.
Offers the ability to record processes performed by humans to be recreated by bots.
Functionality (11)
App complexity
Based on 76 Retool reviews.
Allows users to create complex applications with rich features.
App Variety
This feature was mentioned in 74 Retool reviews.
Allows users to create a wide variety of application types.
Customized Branding
Based on 72 Retool reviews.
Provides tools for inserting brand logos, colors, quotes, and other proprietary content.
Application Templates
As reported in 70 Retool reviews.
Provides base-level application templates to build atop and customize for specifc users and actions.
Ease of Use
This feature was mentioned in 112 Retool reviews.
Facilitates simpler user experience through syntax highlighting, shortcuts, completion aid automation, etc.
File Management
103 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Manage individual software component files as a part of the greater overall project.
Multi-Language Support
99 reviewers of Retool have provided feedback on this feature.
Provides the ability to write in more than one programming language.
Customization
Based on 111 Retool reviews.
Allows users to modify interface (e.g., theme selection) and layout by personal preference.
Straight-Out-the-Box Functionality
This feature was mentioned in 112 Retool reviews.
Performs core functionalities without the need of immediate additional feature or add-on installations.
Help Guides
This feature was mentioned in 105 Retool reviews.
Supplies users with basic-to-intermediate guides regarding IDE functionality and use cases.
Patching & Updates
As reported in 102 Retool reviews.
Downloads and installs updates automatically for product improvement and pace-keeping with programming language evolution.
Agentic AI - Low-Code Development Platforms (3)
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Natural Language Interaction
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Agentic AI - Drag and Drop App Builder (3)
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Natural Language Interaction
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Generation and Interpretation - AI App Builder (4)
Prompt Understanding
Accurately interprets complex, multi-step natural language prompts to understand user intent.
Backend Logic Creation
Effectively builds the necessary backend workflows, processes, and database schemas from the prompt.
UI Generation
Generates a visually appealing, logical, and user-friendly interface based on the user's description.
Context Awareness
Maintains context throughout a conversational building process, understanding follow-up commands and refinements.
Generated Application Quality - AI App Builder (4)
Scalability
The architecture of the generated application is sound and capable of scaling to meet business needs.
Out-of-the-Box Functionality
The generated application is functional and ready for use with minimal-to-no manual intervention.
Design Customization
Allows for easy modification and customization of the generated application's visual design and branding.
Data & API Integration
Provides robust and straightforward capabilities for connecting to external databases and third-party APIs.
Agentic AI - Digital Process Automation (DPA) (7)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Multi-step Planning
Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Natural Language Interaction
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives






