The thing I love about Retool is that allows you to solve operational issues in a pretty straightforward way: "can we solve it with a retool?" If the answer is no, then we automatically justify assigning proper resources to a given development. Retool is so powerful in its applications yet so simple in its implementations, that 90% of the regular problems that could arise in production can be handled by an app that can regularly be completed in under an hour (without aesthetic efforts). If you cannot make it easily in Retool, perhaps you shouldn't make it in Retool Be it interacting with your DB, your backend, making specific calculations, working with your cloud provider, Retool is the path to avoid relying on scripts in some intern's laptop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Honestly, only my biased dislike of javascript, as it is the used for pretty much anything that is not an out-of-the-box interaction for a given element. Besides that point (which is really not an issue), Retool is great for what it does. 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.

What I like most about Retool is how quickly it allows you to develop applications without needing extensive coding knowledge. It's super easy to use and connect with databases or APIs. Additionally, the interface is very intuitive, which makes the development process much more agile. Ideal for saving time and focusing on what really matters. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Honestly, not much. I've been developing an advanced CRM for a few weeks, and if I had to mention something, it would be that it doesn't have a system to rename components dynamically (or at least I haven't detected one). Changing the name of each object one by one can be quite tedious when working with larger scenes. But other than that, everything's great. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that Retool strikes a great balance between low-code simplicity and flexibility — it lets you build quickly without code when needed, but still gives you the control to create better UIs when it matters. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The pricing model is hard to make it work when your user base is big. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Honestly, what blew me away was the speed. I'm using it for the first time and I managed to build a functional tool in just one afternoon, something I thought would take me at least a few days. Connecting it to my database was surprisingly easy, it just worked. I love that even though it's so simple to start, I can still write my own code if I ever need to do something more specific. I can already see how much time this is going to save me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It can get a bit complex when you want to build something really custom. The basics are simple, but it can sometimes be difficult to find and connect more complicated actions, like making one button trigger several different steps. 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.

Retool is fantastic. I was able to create a fully functional app in just a couple of days, even without much coding or web architecture experience. The interface is clear, and it’s especially great for adding AI features easily. Highly recommend if you want to move fast and build reliable tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The UI can be a bit unclear at times. It’s easy to spend several minutes clicking around to figure out how to do something simple. A bit more guidance or clearer workflows would help. 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.

I have 0 experience in development but building an app is super easy with Retool Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I have zero dislikes about Retool. I have not found them yet. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.