Caspio

Avantages

Allows for customizable applications across highly diverse program offerings.

Inconvénients

Some triggered actions are limited by nesting, which hinders the capabilities of Caspio.

Avantages

I like how Caspio can take someone who is not a coder and we can now have high-quality data pages, CRM, and web pages. Their help is also phenomenal to help me fix the kinks.

Inconvénients

When they do updates, like everything else, you need to figure it out for your specific needs.

Avantages

It is so quick and easy to build data entry forms, surveys and reporting. Many of the applications I use take less than an hour to build from completion of planning to putting in use by our team at the warehouse.

Inconvénients

There are little things that you need some programming help with, like column justification in reports or adding colors, but they are minor and the support is out there to help the "non-programmer" get the job done.

Avantages

Ease of use to create input forms and reports

Inconvénients

Tasks and trigger info. Needs more exams of how to do different tasks

Avantages

We converted our custom Visual Basic & SQL database system when we made the determination 5 years ago to stop renting office space and have everyone work from home. Caspio allowed us to replicate that legacy system and totally get rid of our servers required to support that system. Currently, we have no infrastructure for any IT services, it is all "cloud" based.

Inconvénients

We did lose some of the functionality we enjoyed with Visual Basic. However, after figuring out as many work arounds as possible, we do not miss that functionality anymore.

Avantages

Caspio is great for simple forms and downloadable results

Inconvénients

Whenever you need more complex functionality, Caspio becomes far more complex and difficult to use than setting up a standalone SQL instance

Avantages

Very shallow learning curve, great online documentation and resources available, excellent customer support.

Inconvénients

By its nature a no-/low-code platform will have limitations. There are solutions to overcome these limitations, however they venture into the shallow end of coding.

Avantages

We were using a small online database app for our scheduling team to have a searchable directory of 100+ clinicians by speciality. That website suddenly shut down and we had to scramble to rebuild. Caspio, found during a late night search, not only saved our team but added huge improvements over the previous software. Love it.

Inconvénients

If you haven't built databases before, it might be hard the first time. Plenty of years of toying with stuff like this though and I had it up and running in a few hours.

Avantages

We moved from an Access dbase to Caspio in order to take advantage of creating APIs and automations. We couldn't be happier with how well it's worked and how much time we save on managing our projects.

Inconvénients

The support doesn't seem to be very helpful and at times performance isn't great.

Alternatives envisagées 

Airtable

Avantages

Caspio allows us easily and quickly push updates to our in-house systems. We have employees using these systems both in an office on a desktop computer and out in the field on iPads, and the ability to quickly push new content ensures that our employees are always prepared to complete their work.

Inconvénients

There is a little bit of a learning curve with Caspio, but it's worth getting through. Once you know the way that everything works, it's easy to get started on more complex applications.

Avantages

Caspio is very flexible allowing users to easily create many types of databases (submission forms, search engines, web pages, CRMs, Analytics etc).

Inconvénients

There is no easy backup solution. Caspio allows for 1 complimentary restore but will charge for additional. If they allowed the user to self backup and restore, this would be a bonus.

Avantages

Even though I don't have an IT or software development background, once I learned the basics of Caspio, I found it very easy to use. Caspio's functions can be as complex or simple as you'd like. We use it to create simple 1 datapage, 2 table questionnaires and complex secure applications with 20 datapages, 30 tables, and 4 authentications.

Inconvénients

The learning curve was steep. The training I went to was helpful but it wasn't until I had been working with the software for several weeks that I finally felt comfortable and confident. I'm also the tech support for our applications and I find that there are times when it seems Caspio glitches, but it's hard to tell if it's Caspio or some anomaly in the application. It can take a long time to troubleshoot. It also seems that some browsers have a harder time with Caspio than others.

Avantages

Our company was looking for software that would enable us to launch clean, professional looking website features quickly. Caspio offers a fairly simple used interface that allow rapid development of new ideas and their features are well rounded. They have some of the best support staff around.

Inconvénients

Some of the features we need are only offered on costly plans.

Alternatives envisagées 

Airtable

Pourquoi choisir Caspio 

We needed a quick build system with a lower price tag.

Logiciel antérieur 

Quickbase

Pourquoi passer à Caspio

We actually tag team our products between Caspio and Ragic. Caspio offers the fancy and professional features we need while Ragic offers the "Excel Like" structure of rapid development.

Avantages

Was relatively happy with CASPIO's features and function for a year until CASPIO suspended the account.

Inconvénients

Loaded a new and valid credit card, which was repeatedly rejected by CASPIO.Rather than someone call me, CASPIO opted to suspend account instead, which caused critical automated pathways to grind to a halt, causing signficant reputational damage and operational chaos.Telephonic support insisted on a 9 digit support ticket number, whereas only 5 digit numbers are provided.Spent close to a week trying to get someone in billing onto the phone. Eventually managed to pass the credit card details to someone in billing (god bless [sensitive content hidden]) but the card details were still rejected. Eventually Caspio's dev team fixed their issue. But zero acknowledgement or apologies from Caspio as to what went wrong and whether it might happen again.

Avantages

I love Caspio because it is so easy to use. I work frequently with much larger companies, and they gush when they see how much power we have to manage our data with the Caspio platform!

Inconvénients

I really don't have any real negatives. I love the ease of use, the customization, the data mining, and preset reporting.

Alternatives envisagées 

Airtable et Google Workspace

Pourquoi choisir Caspio 

We just fell in love with the ease of use and the overall value provided by Caspio

Pourquoi passer à Caspio

Just liked the overall value and ease of use. We are very VERY happy with Caspio!

Avantages

It's easy to use, has all the things already available one expects from a great low code platform (databases, triggers, views, visualizations etc.) and is rather fast.

Inconvénients

The text of the "Submit" button cannot be changed sometimes
There's a limit of how many triggers can be activated by another trigger
The SEO embed functionality was recently removed.

Avantages

I like that we can completely design our system and make enhancements or fixes on our timeline. We aren't tied to a third party developer so we don't have to pay for or wait for new features. We just build them ourselves to completely suit our needs!

Inconvénients

There are some features that would make it even better than it is, such as ODBC integration with Excel (Office 365) and Outlook integration. API's may help with this, but as a non-programmer, that may be a bit above my skillset.

Avantages

The ease of use and economics are perfect for a Start Up operation

Inconvénients

Lack of flexibility and challenges with that as our company has grown

Avantages

Project Management feature of this tool is very effective for me. Very easy to use and improve work quality in less time.

Inconvénients

As I have used only Project Management feature of this tool, I didn't have any issues. But i'm sure their no any least of this tool.

Avantages

By watching only the video for training a user will be able to develop apps in hours.

Inconvénients

The full development if you need more customized app can be found in the forums. No detailed manual on how to use the java script implementation.

Avantages

The ease to create the database structure including the table relationships, DataPages and quick deployment with little coding. I like the authentication protocol which makes the software very secure.

Inconvénients

The REST API is a bit challenging and costly.

Avantages

All features are fantastic I like it I’m using tasks and workflows

Inconvénients

Few features missing but I’m sure they are growing

Avantages

Form entry screens allow you to create reports and applications without programming. You can quickly bring your ideas to life. Like Quickbase, it has a database-based approach. Unlike Quickbase, we can create different form login screens. It offers more flexible features for creating reports, forms and graphs.

Inconvénients

Because it is not model-based, it may not be suitable for your business if you have complex business rules. But other than that, it will see you more than enough for all your needs.

Avantages

Low code development and faster implement

Inconvénients

Some Flexibility is lacking like simultaneous multi table record updation etc.

Alternatives envisagées 

Zoho Desk

Avantages

I love how you can develop apps using no coding at all. On top of that, if you want to customize further, you can use custom code to develop anything you want. No other tool has that flexibility.

Inconvénients

There are very few cons. The only con I would add is the issue where triggered actions are capped at 10,000 records.

Avantages

The software is web based, so you can reach it anywhere.

Inconvénients

If internet is down, the software is not usable.

Avantages

Many easy to use features, simple "point and click" setup, excellent training, online explanation videos, and live technical chat

Inconvénients

Very many features - so best to have a brief consult with Caspio to get started in the best direction

Avantages

It offers everything that business need to manage users and it's very cost efficient.
It indeed help us a lot to manage the users which would take a lot of time previously for coding and all but now its all Caspio.
there are lot of tutorials available with lot of troubleshooting page and customer care is the best part over here they are very friendly and responsive.

Inconvénients

Its best as it is i would recommend it to everyone

Avantages

I appreciate how easy it was to set up data access restrictions. I created 4 different portals with users of each portal only allowed access to see their particular data. Everything was also easily sortable. The cascading dropdowns ensured that only dropdowns specific for that user was available.

Inconvénients

I do wish there were a couple of better data reporting options with more variations within the reporting options. For example, I'd like to be able to report the data on patients using different data points. Eg. I'd like to look at the number of times my patients logged in, then with a touch of a button see how many times these same patients watched a video.

Avantages

There is not one thing that I can say that I like because I like everything. There have been so many updates and features added. It will definitely work in most scenarios.

Inconvénients

I really can’t think of any, they go out of there way to assist you and make sure everything is working.

Avantages

It was built to the specifications we needed, and updating with new needed functionality is something that can be done to meet our needs. Fitting it into our broader suite of technology, within our internal cloud, was also not too difficult. And, we have one point of contact to fulfill all our needs.

Inconvénients

Sometimes response time to needed updates or changes can take a bit longer than desired, but once addressed the team is very collaborative on keeping us updated on status for updates. And there are usually very good reasons for the delays.

Avantages

One can create an on-line survey within a few days. Online support (via chat, email or phone) always tries to find a solution for you, and is also honest in stating when your ideas cannot be achieved. There is also a great user forum.

Inconvénients

For a more complex workflow and for refinements in display of data, one has to learn/know about SQL and Javascript

Alternatives envisagées 

Zoho CRM

Pourquoi passer à Caspio

In the free trail period, I could create a complex on-line survey, with reporting pages, and I experienced their client-focused support services

Avantages

I most often use caspio to build applications for large companies. they are very secure, the trial version allows you to delete the application before switching to the paid version. very easy to use for everyone

Inconvénients

the big problem with caspio is the cost which is very high whether for the paid version or the trial version

Avantages

The northcote functionality makes application development a breeze.

Inconvénients

Some of the functions in formatting and customizations especially when getting into like HTML configurations, do get a little bit complex and having the ability to code can be beneficial.

Avantages

Drag and Drop table relations gives you deep data mining capabilities, and the datapage wizard allows easier setup of a search interface but allows complex customization in later stages. #1 win for us is the secure surrounding caspio offers our data.

Inconvénients

limited ability to build on an iPad. That would be very useful for on the go adjustments and configurations.

Alternatives envisagées 

Zoho Creator

Pourquoi choisir Caspio 

Flexibility, No-Code Administration, Same day deployment and secure worryfree infrastructure.

Pourquoi passer à Caspio

Application resilience and data handling capabilities.

Avantages

Caspio was simple to use and comprehend. Its user interface made it simple to create and deploy powerful online applications. It was also an excellent platform for rapidly developing and publishing data-driven webpages and web applications. I also appreciated Caspio's high level of security and privacy.

Inconvénients

The pricing structure is Caspio's least favorite feature. It can be costly for users who need to access and update large amounts of data or who require more advanced features. Furthermore, for some users who are unfamiliar with database technologies, there is a steep learning curve.

Avantages

The page builder tools really makes it easy build your data pages. It's built in preview option allows you to instantly see the consequences of your actions. Having your data tables and pages all in once place that is accessible by users via the web is very convenient. Additionally, I was very easy to learn how to navigate the system.

Inconvénients

There are some limitations like number of data pages and calculated fields. However, it does allow flexibility to add in your own code. This really expands it's limitations.

Avantages

The interface is intuitive enough that a person with no technical experience can jump in and deploy a web application on day 1. With every update, the system becomes more refined and the features are more enhanced.

Inconvénients

In some regards, cost is a factor. Caspio isn’t inexpensive, but you get what you pay for. Actually, you get quite a bit more. When I look back on everything we have accomplished with Caspio, it has more than paid for itself, but it’s a consideration for smaller operations.

Avantages

Once established the program is very easy to use. The major advantage for us over our old Access database is you can log in from anywhere. Also, Access slowed down as it accumulated data, but Caspio has kept the same processing and retrieval speed. Finally, it looks much better and is easier to navigate.

Inconvénients

It can be hard to learn how to create the tables and datapages, but they do offer training to teach you how.

Avantages

Caspio isn't cheap, but it more than pays for itself by freeing us up from the need to have a full-time developer to build and manage custom forms and databases. In a matter of a couple of hours, I can create a fairly complex form that would have taken others days or longer to build without Caspio.

Inconvénients

The interface for building the datapage (form) is tiny. It could easily be made to scale so the user could see more items without scrolling constantly. This really needs to be fixed.

Avantages

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The biggest issue when working with developers is their being able to understand your vision. I was pleasantly surprised that they translated my descriptions of what I needed/wanted into a organized vision then a working system. They have patience and what would have taken months with other organizations took weeks.

Inconvénients

I loved the product so sales was a bit too much (we can only give you this deal today) They already had me based on their team and product. Don't like pressure tactics... its the only negative experience I would say I had. That sales technique makes me feel like they think I'm stupid... Like a car lot

Maybe need more layout or color options

Avantages

Caspio provides us an easy to implement cloud based SQL database solution to satisfy our clients data collection needs.

Inconvénients

user admin could be broadened with more roles

Avantages

The best aspects of this app is the ability to quickly get an app on line or modifications to existing apps you have built.

Inconvénients

At this time there is nothing I can really say bad about this app. I have used it for 10 years and when ever I have run into a problem their tech support is quick to help resolve it.

Avantages

Fast learning curve with application development experience and onboarding support. The speed at which I can now deploy new apps is often hours instead of weeks.

Inconvénients

A couple small bugs when using javascript a few years ago when we adopted the service. Those has since been addressed and resolved by support team.

Avantages

The flexibility and ease of customization. The software can easily be used to create a simple application in 1o minutes, or can incorporate very custom features that can be used to create a more complex application.

Inconvénients

There are a few features I'd like to see changed or made easier to use. But overall there isn't anything I dislike.

Avantages

Even if I don't have too much experience with java, CSS and other internet languages by using Caspio I'm able to develop my application at my own pace. Support is always available to help, and I can launch new features, test and deploy within minutes.

Inconvénients

Could have more choices on export formats like exporting text files for an easier integration with other softwares.

Avantages

I like how easy it is to use and how I can do mostly everything I want to do. There is a lot of flexibility to the product and it works very well. Over the years I've taken advantage of the free courses and one-on-ones which is really nice to pick up new ideas to add to my apps. To have a developer create these application would have cost me 10's of thousands for a developer, but for a fraction of the price I can make applications that I can edit and change very easily.

Inconvénients

The one thing I dislike the most about the software is that Caspio changed to a new version that offers triggers, more space and bandwidth, my account doesn't have them activated since I'm grandfathered into an old plan, to get the new features it's literally twice the price. I am being charged for overage on bandwidth and don't have access to the new features, but spending twice the money for these new features is still not worth the price.

Avantages

I use the free version and it does everything that I need it to! Customer support is quick and helpful. I have emailed them, chatted with them, and spoken on the phone with them. There are a ton of training videos and documentation to walk you through using the software. I also love how changes are seamless and take place in real time. No waiting needed!

Inconvénients

There is a bit of a learning curve if you are unfamiliar with database software. In the beginning I had trouble integrating it into my WordPress website and making it mobile compatible. Customer service helped in both respects even though I use their free version of the software.

Avantages

Easy to use and an amazing customer support team.

Inconvénients

I wish you could customize the graphs more.