Totum
Small-code database platform for non-programmers to build internal tools
About Totum
Totum is an open-source, self-hosted database platform that lets non-programmers build complex internal applications using a simple proprietary coding language called totum-code. It combines the flexibility of a database with the familiarity of spreadsheets, offering a ready-made frontend for desktop and mobile devices.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Open-source MIT license with no vendor lock-in
- Very low per-user pricing compared to competitors like Airtable
- Simple proprietary language that non-programmers can learn quickly
- Fully self-hosted for complete data control and privacy
- Built on proven PHP/PostgreSQL stack
Cons
- Requires self-hosting — no managed cloud option available
- Free version limited to only 2 users
- Smaller community and ecosystem compared to Airtable or NocoDB
- Proprietary totum-code language has a learning curve despite being simple
Key Features
Totum-Code Language
A simple proprietary coding language designed for non-programmers, with most field codes being just 5-10 lines
Universal UI
Ready-made frontend for both desktop and mobile devices with no additional frontend development needed
Automatic Actions
Built-in automation with triggers and scheduled actions for workflow automation
Access Control
Multi-level access rights and role-based permissions for secure data management
API Integration
Two-way data exchange via API for connecting with external services and systems
Self-Hosted Deployment
Full control over data with PHP/PostgreSQL stack deployed on your own server
Kanban & Card Views
Multiple data visualization options including Kanban boards, card views, and tree displays (PRO)
OnlyOffice Integration
Built-in document editing with versioned file storage (PRO)
LDAP/AD Authentication
Enterprise authentication integration with LDAP and Active Directory (PRO)
AI-Powered Code Generation
PRO version includes AI assistance for code generation and documentation questions
Pricing
- Up to 2 users
- Open source (MIT license)
- Core database features
- Universal UI
- Totum-code language
- API access
- Access rules & logging
- 1-60 users
- Full-text search (MeiliSearch)
- File storage with versioning
- OnlyOffice integration
- LDAP/AD authentication
- Kanban & card views
- Background jobs (daemons)
- 2FA authorization
- Email support
- 61-200 users
- All PRO Standard features
- Volume discount pricing
- Up to 10,000 users
- Unlimited tables
- 200 AI credits
- Premium support
- All PRO features
Best For
Internal Business Tools
Build custom CRMs, inventory systems, and workflow tools without hiring developers
Client Portals
Create limited-access portals for clients with the affordable limited user licensing
Data Management
Replace complex spreadsheets with structured database applications that include access controls and logging
Enterprise Internal Apps
Deploy organization-wide tools with LDAP integration and granular access control
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