Kintone
Cybozus cloud low-code business app builder — custom workflow, database and process apps with JavaScript APIs.
Our Verdict
Japans default custom business app platform — capable but visually uncompetitive with modern low-code.
Pros
- Low-code apps with JavaScript APIs
- Fast custom workflow creation
- Strong in Japanese enterprise
- Extensible plugin ecosystem
Cons
- UI feels dated internationally
- Pricing per-user adds up quickly
- Learning curve for non-technical admins
- English docs less complete than JP
Best for: Japanese enterprises replacing spreadsheets with custom workflow and database apps
Not for: Teams wanting modern UX like Airtable, Notion, or Retool
When to Use Kintone
Good fit if you need
- Custom business app built on low-code kintone with JS APIs
- Approval workflow replacing email chains with structured forms
- Operational database app for Japanese enterprise department
- Salesforce-synced kintone workflow for Japanese CRM needs
- Multi-step process app with conditional routing and records
Lock-in Assessment
Medium 3/5
Lock-in Score 3/5
Pricing
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- Pricing Model
- seat
- Free Tier
- No
- Entry Price
- —
- Enterprise Available
- No
- Transparency Score
- —
Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing
1,000
1001K10K100K1M
5
15102550100
Estimated Monthly Cost
$25
Estimated Annual Cost
$300
Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.
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