AlgorithmShift vs Glide
Spreadsheet apps without escape
The Verdict
Choose AlgorithmShift if you want spreadsheet-speed development with actual code ownership and deployment flexibility.
At a Glance
Quick comparison of key features and capabilities
| Feature | Glide | AlgorithmShift |
|---|---|---|
| Code Export | No | Full source code |
| Data Source | Google Sheets/Glide Tables | Any database |
| Vendor Lock-in | High | None |
Detailed Feature Comparison
Explore features by category to see the full picture
Pricing Comparison
True cost of ownership, not just the sticker price
Glide
User-based tiers
Starting Price
$25/month (Starter)
Enterprise
$249/month (Business)
Hidden Costs to Watch
- User limits
- Row limits
- Update frequency
AlgorithmShift
Fixed pricing
Starting Price
Free tier available
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Everything Included
- Full code export
- Unlimited users
- Any database
Pros & Cons
An honest look at both platforms
Glide Pros
- Very fast prototyping
- Easy spreadsheet integration
- Good mobile apps
Glide Cons
- No code export
- User/row limits
- Platform dependency
Choose Glide if you...
- •You need a quick prototype
- •Spreadsheet data is your source
- •Scale isn't a concern
Choose AlgorithmShift if you...
- •You want code ownership
- •You need to scale beyond limits
- •You want deployment flexibility
What Users Are Saying
Real experiences from teams who made the switch
“Glide is great for prototypes but you'll hit limits fast. And when you do, there's no way out.”
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Switching from Glide
Your migration roadmap
Migration Difficulty
Moderate
Typical Timeline
2-4 weeks
Migration Steps
Export data from Google Sheets
Document app functionality
Rebuild in AlgorithmShift
Import data
What Transfers Easily
- Spreadsheet data
- User accounts (partial)
Requires Rebuilding
- Glide layouts
- Computed columns
- Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from Glide
You either pay for higher tiers or rebuild elsewhere from scratch. AlgorithmShift has no such limits—you own the code and scale on your own infrastructure.
Ready to Own Your Code?
Stop paying the platform tax. Build with AlgorithmShift and export clean code you own forever.
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