Joget vs Saltcorn
Joget
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| Figure | Joget | Saltcorn |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $6/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 9 | 4 |
| Spec score · No-code app builders | 9.2 (#11) | 8.4 (#60) |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | Documented integration options include JSON and REST APIs, external databases, Apache Kafka, UiPath, Docker, OpenShift, and Spring-based environments. | The plugin store includes extensions such as Apple Pay, CalDAV, CAPTCHA, charts and AI agents, while plugins can add data types, views and themes. |
| Licence | Joget DX Community Edition is licensed under GPLv3; Enterprise Edition uses a commercial licence. | Saltcorn has been MIT-licensed since 2020, and the maker states that the platform has no licence fee or per-seat cost. |
| Mobile | Joget apps are responsive web applications with Progressive Web App support and are also accessible through native apps in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. | Saltcorn can package applications for iOS and Android, with offline use supported through a local SQLite database and later synchronization. |
| Support | The Enterprise Edition includes enterprise support, while Community Edition is community-supported. | Saltcorn Collective offers application build, support, training and platform enhancement services, and says it aims to respond to enquiries within two working days. |
Plans
Joget
- Free TierFree
- StarterPrice not published
- StandardPrice not published
- EnterprisePrice not published
- Large EnterprisePrice not published
- Joget DX Community EditionFree
- Joget DX On-Demand Free TierFree
- Joget DX$6,000 a year
- Joget DX Enterprise EditionPriced on request
Saltcorn
- Saltcorn free evaluation hostingFree
- Saltcorn open-source platformFree
- DigitalOcean marketplace deployment$6 a month
- Managed hosting via Elestio$16 a month
In their own words
Joget
Joget is an open-source, AI-powered low-code platform for building, automating, and deploying enterprise applications. It combines visual drag-and-drop development with generative and agentic AI capabilities for business users and developers. Its workflow engine supports multi-level approvals, human and system tasks, notifications, deadlines, escalations, decision rules, and SLA monitoring. Integrations include SOAP and REST, custom plugins, and JDBC connections to Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and MySQL. Identity options include Active Directory, LDAP, SAML, OpenID Connect, Kerberos, and TOTP multi-factor authentication. AI Composer turns natural-language descriptions into editable application metadata, but requires Joget DX Enterprise Edition v8.2.7 or v9.0.3 and above. Deployments can be on-premises, in private or public cloud, in hybrid environments, or in Kubernetes containers including Red Hat OpenShift. Apps are responsive web applications with Progressive Web App support and are also accessible through native apps on Apple and Google app stores. Community Edition is community-supported; Enterprise Edition includes enterprise support. The free tier is free for 3 users; a 14-day trial is also available.
Saltcorn
Saltcorn is an open-source database app builder for making custom applications, workflows, and interfaces. Its visual tools let users create relational tables and assemble forms, dashboards, portals, and workflows with drag-and-drop components. It runs on PostgreSQL or SQLite and includes a JSON REST API for other systems to read and write data. Plugins can add data types, views, and themes; listed extensions include Apple Pay, CalDAV, CAPTCHA, charts, and AI agents. Applications can be packaged for iOS and Android, with offline use supported by local SQLite storage and later synchronization. Deployment options include Docker, Kubernetes, npm, marketplace templates, desktop use, and air-gapped self-hosting. Self-hosted instances make no telemetry calls and can run offline behind a firewall. The MIT-licensed platform has no licence fee or per-seat cost. The open-source platform is free; DigitalOcean marketplace deployment is $6 a month, and managed hosting via Elestio is $16 a month. Shared free evaluation hosting is not intended for production or real data.