Airtable vs Roam Research
Which one should you choose? Here's how they compare.
| Feature | Airtable | Roam Research |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ★ 4.5 | ★ 4.2 |
| Pricing | $20/mo | $15/mo |
| Type | freemium | paid |
| Company | Airtable | Roam Research |
| Founded | 2012 | 2017 |
Airtable Features
- •Tables
- •Views
- •Automations
- •Interface designer
Roam Research Features
- •Bi-directional links
- •Graph view
- •Daily notes
- •Queries
Airtable Pros
- ✓Visual and flexible
- ✓Good for databases
- ✓Rich field types
Airtable Cons
- ✗Can be expensive
- ✗Learning curve
- ✗Row limits free
Roam Research Pros
- ✓Pioneered networked notes
- ✓Great for research
- ✓Flexible
Roam Research Cons
- ✗Expensive
- ✗Learning curve
- ✗No mobile app
The Verdict
Both Airtable and Roam Research are solid choices in the productivityspace. Here's a quick summary:
Choose Airtable if:
- • You need visual and flexible
- • You need good for databases
Choose Roam Research if:
- • You need pioneered networked notes
- • You need great for research