# Top 10 Xano Alternatives & Competitors
**Average Rating:** 4.7/5
**Total Number of Reviews:** 67
Xano is not the only option for Backend as a Service (BaaS) Software. Explore other competing options and alternatives. Backend as a Service (BaaS) Software is a widely used technology, and many people are seeking time saving, high quality software solutions with no-code app development, app templates, and workflow management. Other important factors to consider when researching alternatives to Xano include reliability and ease of use. The best overall Xano alternative is Backendless. Other similar apps like Xano are Airtable, Bubble, Appy Pie, and Postman. Xano alternatives can be found in [Backend as a Service (BaaS) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/backend-as-a-service-baas) but may also be in [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms) or [iPaaS Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/ipaas).


## Best Paid & Free Alternatives to Xano
  - [Backendless](https://www.g2.com/products/backendless/reviews)
  - [Airtable](https://www.g2.com/products/airtable/reviews)
  - [Bubble](https://www.g2.com/products/bubble/reviews)
  - [Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/products/appy-pie/reviews)
  - [Postman](https://www.g2.com/products/postman/reviews)
  - [Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/products/glide-glide-classic/reviews)
  - [AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/products/appsheet/reviews)
  - [Workato](https://www.g2.com/products/workato/reviews)
  - [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/mulesoft-anypoint-platform/reviews)
  - [Ninox](https://www.g2.com/products/ninox/reviews)

## Top 10 Alternatives to Xano Recently Reviewed By G2 Community
Browse options below. Based on reviewer data, you can see how Xano stacks up to the competition, check reviews from current & previous users in industries like Computer Software, Real Estate, and Insurance, and find the best product for your business.


  ### 1. [Backendless](https://www.g2.com/products/backendless/reviews)
By Backendless
**Average Rating:** 4.4/5
**Total Reviews:** 56
Backendless is a mobile Backend as a Service (mBaaS) platform.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, Backendless is:
- Slower to reach roi
- Easier to admin
- More usable
Categories in common with Xano: [API Development](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-development), [API Management Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-management), [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms), [Drag and Drop App Builder](https://www.g2.com/categories/drag-and-drop-app-builder), [Mobile Backend-as-a-Service (mBaaS)](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-backend-as-a-service-mbaas)

**Compare:** [Xano vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-xano)
**Compare Backendless with other alternatives:**
- [Backendless vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-backendless)
- [Backendless vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-bubble)
- [Backendless vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-backendless)
- [Backendless vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-postman)
- [Backendless vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Backendless vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-backendless)
- [Backendless vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-workato)
- [Backendless vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [Backendless vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-ninox)

  ### 2. [Airtable](https://www.g2.com/products/airtable/reviews)
By Airtable
**Average Rating:** 4.6/5
**Total Reviews:** 3,288
Airtable is the all-in-one collaboration platform designed to combine the flexibility of a spreadsheet interface with features like file attachments, kanban card stacks, revision history, calendars and reporting.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, Airtable is:
- More usable
Categories in common with Xano: [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms)

**Compare:** [Xano vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-xano)
**Compare Airtable with other alternatives:**
- [Airtable vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-backendless)
- [Airtable vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-bubble)
- [Airtable vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-appy-pie)
- [Airtable vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-postman)
- [Airtable vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Airtable vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-appsheet)
- [Airtable vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-workato)
- [Airtable vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [Airtable vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-ninox)

  ### 3. [Bubble](https://www.g2.com/products/bubble/reviews)
By Bubble Group
**Average Rating:** 4.4/5
**Total Reviews:** 166
Bubble is a full-stack platform for building, designing, launching, and hosting web applications – all without needing to write computer code.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, Bubble is:
- Slower to reach roi
Categories in common with Xano: [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms), [Drag and Drop App Builder](https://www.g2.com/categories/drag-and-drop-app-builder)

**Compare:** [Xano vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-xano)
**Compare Bubble with other alternatives:**
- [Bubble vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-bubble)
- [Bubble vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-bubble)
- [Bubble vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-bubble)
- [Bubble vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-postman)
- [Bubble vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Bubble vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-bubble)
- [Bubble vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-workato)
- [Bubble vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [Bubble vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-ninox)

  ### 4. [Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/products/appy-pie/reviews)
By Appy Pie LLP
**Average Rating:** 4.7/5
**Total Reviews:** 1,391
Appy Pie allows users with no programming skills, to create an app for Windows 8 Phone, Android & iPhone applications for mobiles and smartphones; and publish to Google Play & iTunes.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, Appy Pie is:
- Slower to reach roi
- More usable
- More expensive
Categories in common with Xano: [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms), [Drag and Drop App Builder](https://www.g2.com/categories/drag-and-drop-app-builder)

**Compare:** [Xano vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-xano)
**Compare Appy Pie with other alternatives:**
- [Appy Pie vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-backendless)
- [Appy Pie vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-appy-pie)
- [Appy Pie vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-bubble)
- [Appy Pie vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-postman)
- [Appy Pie vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Appy Pie vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-appy-pie)
- [Appy Pie vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-workato)
- [Appy Pie vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [Appy Pie vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-ninox)

  ### 5. [Postman](https://www.g2.com/products/postman/reviews)
By Postman
**Average Rating:** 4.6/5
**Total Reviews:** 1,800
Postman enables teams to efficiently collaborate at every stage of the API lifecycle while prioritizing quality, performance, and security.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, Postman is:
- Slower to reach roi
- More usable
- Easier to set up
Categories in common with Xano: [API Development](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-development), [API Management Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-management)

**Compare:** [Xano vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/postman-vs-xano)
**Compare Postman with other alternatives:**
- [Postman vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-postman)
- [Postman vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-postman)
- [Postman vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-postman)
- [Postman vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-postman)
- [Postman vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-postman)
- [Postman vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-postman)
- [Postman vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/postman-vs-workato)
- [Postman vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/mulesoft-anypoint-platform-vs-postman)
- [Postman vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/ninox-vs-postman)

  ### 6. [Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/products/glide-glide-classic/reviews)
By Glide
**Average Rating:** 4.7/5
**Total Reviews:** 818
Glide is the fastest and easiest way to create custom software without code. It lets you create powerful mobile and web apps for your business. Works with Google Sheets, Excel, Airtable, or BigQuery.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, Glide Classic is:
- Slower to reach roi
- More usable
- More expensive
Categories in common with Xano: [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms), [Drag and Drop App Builder](https://www.g2.com/categories/drag-and-drop-app-builder)

**Compare:** [Xano vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-xano)
**Compare Glide Classic with other alternatives:**
- [Glide Classic vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Glide Classic vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Glide Classic vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Glide Classic vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Glide Classic vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-postman)
- [Glide Classic vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [Glide Classic vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-workato)
- [Glide Classic vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [Glide Classic vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-ninox)

  ### 7. [AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/products/appsheet/reviews)
By AppSheet
**Average Rating:** 4.8/5
**Total Reviews:** 405
The intelligent, no-code app platform for everyone. Create apps to transform your workplace.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, AppSheet is:
- Slower to reach roi
- More usable
Categories in common with Xano: [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms)

**Compare:** [Xano vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-xano)
**Compare AppSheet with other alternatives:**
- [AppSheet vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-backendless)
- [AppSheet vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-appsheet)
- [AppSheet vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-bubble)
- [AppSheet vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-appy-pie)
- [AppSheet vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-postman)
- [AppSheet vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-glide-glide-classic)
- [AppSheet vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-workato)
- [AppSheet vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [AppSheet vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-ninox)

  ### 8. [Workato](https://www.g2.com/products/workato/reviews)
By Workato
**Average Rating:** 4.7/5
**Total Reviews:** 777
The only intelligent automation platform that enables both business users and IT to build, operate and rollout app and data integration, process and workflow automation, in a single platform - without compromising security and governance.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, Workato is:
- Slower to reach roi
- More expensive
- More usable
Categories in common with Xano: [API Development](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-development), [API Management Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-management), [API Generation](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-generation)

**Compare:** [Xano vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/workato-vs-xano)
**Compare Workato with other alternatives:**
- [Workato vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-workato)
- [Workato vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-workato)
- [Workato vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-workato)
- [Workato vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-workato)
- [Workato vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/postman-vs-workato)
- [Workato vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-workato)
- [Workato vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-workato)
- [Workato vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/mulesoft-anypoint-platform-vs-workato)
- [Workato vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/ninox-vs-workato)

  ### 9. [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/mulesoft-anypoint-platform/reviews)
By Salesforce
**Average Rating:** 4.5/5
**Total Reviews:** 775
Anypoint Platform™ is a complete platform that lets companies realize business transformation through API-led connectivity. It is is a unified, flexible integration platform that solves the most challenging connectivity problems across SOA, SaaS and APIs.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, MuleSoft Anypoint Platform is:
- Slower to reach roi
- More expensive
- More usable
Categories in common with Xano: [API Development](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-development), [API Management Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-management), [API Generation](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-generation)

**Compare:** [Xano vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/mulesoft-anypoint-platform-vs-xano)
**Compare MuleSoft Anypoint Platform with other alternatives:**
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/mulesoft-anypoint-platform-vs-postman)
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-mulesoft-anypoint-platform)
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/mulesoft-anypoint-platform-vs-workato)
- [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/mulesoft-anypoint-platform-vs-ninox)

  ### 10. [Ninox](https://www.g2.com/products/ninox/reviews)
By Ninox Software GmbH
**Average Rating:** 4.7/5
**Total Reviews:** 362
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.


Reviewers say compared to Xano, Ninox is:
- Slower to reach roi
- More usable
Categories in common with Xano: [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms)

**Compare:** [Xano vs Ninox](https://www.g2.com/compare/ninox-vs-xano)
**Compare Ninox with other alternatives:**
- [Ninox vs Backendless](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-ninox)
- [Ninox vs Airtable](https://www.g2.com/compare/airtable-vs-ninox)
- [Ninox vs Bubble](https://www.g2.com/compare/bubble-vs-ninox)
- [Ninox vs Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/compare/appy-pie-vs-ninox)
- [Ninox vs Postman](https://www.g2.com/compare/ninox-vs-postman)
- [Ninox vs Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/compare/glide-glide-classic-vs-ninox)
- [Ninox vs AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/compare/appsheet-vs-ninox)
- [Ninox vs Workato](https://www.g2.com/compare/ninox-vs-workato)
- [Ninox vs MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/compare/mulesoft-anypoint-platform-vs-ninox)


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## Xano Alternatives FAQs

### How does Xano compare to Backendless?

According to G2 data, [Xano](https://www.g2.com/products/xano/reviews) holds a higher average rating of 4.7/5 from 67 reviews compared to Backendless's 4.4/5 from 56 reviews. Xano scores 9.4 in Better at Meeting Requirements versus Backendless's 9.0, a 0.4-point lead, indicating stronger alignment with user needs. Backendless leads by 0.2 points in More Usable (8.8 vs 8.6) and by 0.4 points in Easier to Admin (9.4 vs 9.0), reflecting Backendless's advantage in usability and administration. Both products tie at 8.9 in Easier to Set Up. Xano outperforms Backendless in Better at Support (9.2 vs 8.7, a 0.5-point lead), while Backendless leads in Easier to Do Business With (9.5 vs 9.3, a 0.2-point advantage). Feature-wise, Backendless offers Customized Branding Features not available in Xano, whereas Xano provides Design Management capabilities absent in Backendless. User sentiment for Xano highlights Ease of Use (36 mentions), No-Code Development (21 mentions), Speed (19 mentions), and Customer Support (18 mentions) as key strengths. Backendless is noted for ease of use and strong support in reviews. Overall, Xano is favored for meeting requirements, support, and no-code backend scalability, while Backendless excels in administration ease and business dealings, with unique branding features.



### What are the best alternatives to Xano?

The best alternatives to Xano include [Backendless](https://www.g2.com/products/backendless/reviews) (4.4/5 stars, 56 reviews), [Airtable](https://www.g2.com/products/airtable/reviews) (4.6/5 stars, 3273 reviews), [Bubble](https://www.g2.com/products/bubble/reviews) (4.4/5 stars, 166 reviews), and [Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/products/appy-pie/reviews) (4.7/5 stars, 1389 reviews). Backendless stands out for its comprehensive no-code/low-code backend and frontend capabilities, infinite scalability, and extensive user management features. Airtable excels in flexible data manipulation, AI-powered workflows, and collaboration with rich project management tools. Bubble offers a full-stack no-code platform with extensive customization, real-time data updates, and a strong plugin ecosystem. Appy Pie is noted for ease of use, instant app binaries delivery, and superior customer support.



### What features do alternatives offer that Xano does not?

Xano lacks certain advanced visual database management tools, direct PostgreSQL database access on lower plans, and more flexible UI features such as copy-paste between API endpoints and function blocks. It also does not currently offer real-time backend capabilities and has limited integrated exploitability and observability systems compared to some alternatives.



### Which No-Code Development Platforms tools do reviewers recommend instead of Xano?

Reviewers recommend [Backendless](https://www.g2.com/products/backendless/reviews) for its ease of administration, usability, and comprehensive backend features including visual UI builder and infinite scalability. [Airtable](https://www.g2.com/products/airtable/reviews) is favored for its usability, flexibility, and powerful automation capabilities that extend beyond traditional project management. [Bubble](https://www.g2.com/products/bubble/reviews) is recommended for its full-stack no-code development environment and extensive customization options, despite a steeper learning curve. [Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/products/appy-pie/reviews) is praised for its ease of setup, usability, and excellent customer support, making it a strong alternative for users prioritizing quick app creation and support.



### Why do users choose Backendless over Xano?

Users choose [Backendless](https://www.g2.com/products/backendless/reviews) over Xano primarily for its superior ease of administration, scoring 9.4 versus Xano's 9.0, a 0.4-point advantage, which facilitates smoother backend management. Backendless also scores higher in Easier to Do Business With (9.5 vs 9.3), reflecting more favorable business interactions. Its offering of Customized Branding Features, which Xano lacks, appeals to users needing tailored brand experiences. Backendless's no-code and low-code capabilities empower beginners to build powerful apps with minimal coding knowledge, supported by extensive training modules and a highly responsive support team praised for quick and helpful responses. The platform's flexibility to scale from no-code to pure code development attracts users seeking long-term growth potential. Despite some concerns about pricing predictability and a steeper learning curve, users appreciate Backendless's comprehensive customizability, strong community, and the ability to create complex applications. These factors contribute to Backendless being chosen for projects requiring robust backend customization and scalable development environments.




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