Knack
No-code platform for building data-driven business applications
About Knack
Knack is a no-code application development platform built around a powerful online relational database. It combines a visual front-end builder, workflow automation, user management, and role-based access control into a single platform. Teams use Knack to build custom business apps like CRMs, inventory trackers, project management tools, customer portals, and internal operations dashboards — all without writing code. The platform supports over 500 native integrations, ecommerce capabilities, and enterprise features including HIPAA compliance and SSO.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unlimited users on all plans — no per-seat pricing makes it cost-effective for large teams
- Powerful relational database engine with 20+ field types and table connections
- Accessible to non-technical users while offering enough depth for complex business logic
- 500+ native integrations plus API access for custom connections
- AI app builder speeds up initial setup by auto-generating database structures
- Strong user role and access control system for secure multi-tenant applications
Cons
- Mobile responsiveness is limited compared to dedicated mobile app builders
- No staging or testing environment — changes go directly to the live app
- Advanced customization and complex workflows require a learning curve
- Reporting and charting capabilities are basic compared to dedicated BI tools
- No way to filter or search pages in the builder when apps grow large (100+ pages)
Key Features
No-Code Database
Relational database with 20+ field types, table connections, and data validation — no SQL required
Visual App Builder
Drag-and-drop interface to build pages, forms, views, and dashboards with live preview
AI App Builder
Describe your app in plain language and Knack generates the database structure, tables, fields, and relationships automatically
User Roles & Access Control
Define multiple user roles with granular permissions controlling who can view, edit, or delete specific records and pages
Workflow Automation
Trigger-based automations for sending emails, updating records, and running tasks on schedules
500+ Integrations
Native connections with popular SaaS tools plus Zapier, Make, and API access for custom integrations
Ecommerce & Payments
Built-in payment processing with Stripe integration for selling products and services through your apps
Custom Domains & Branding
Host apps on your own domain with full CSS customization and white-label branding options
Reporting & Charts
Built-in charts, pivot tables, and summary reports to visualize data directly within your application
Pricing
- Unlimited users and roles
- Unlimited tables, fields, and pages
- 20,000 records
- 25 AI credits
- Workflow automation
- 500+ integrations
- Everything in Starter
- 50,000 records
- 50 AI credits
- Remove Knack branding
- Ecommerce & payments
- 1 custom domain
- Two-factor authentication
- Scheduled tasks
- 1-month audit logs
- Everything in Pro
- 125,000 to 2.5M records
- 100 AI credits
- App restores
- Advanced SSO
- 3 custom domains
- 2-month audit logs
- Usage-based scaling
- Everything in Corporate
- 2.5M+ records
- Dedicated account manager
- HIPAA & GovCloud options
- Private server environment
- Enhanced support & SLA
- 3-month audit logs
Best For
Custom CRM
Build a tailored CRM to track leads, contacts, deals, and customer interactions without the complexity of enterprise CRM platforms
Customer & Vendor Portals
Create self-service portals where customers or vendors can submit requests, view orders, and access documents
Inventory Management
Track products, stock levels, and orders with automated alerts and reporting dashboards
Internal Operations Apps
Replace spreadsheets with structured apps for project tracking, employee directories, equipment management, and approval workflows
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