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STOA rating

6.7 / 10

Openness

OPENNESS 5/10API 0/3 · Export 2/3 · Contract 2/2 · Integrations 1/2

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Your data

You can download a table's displayed records and fields as a CSV file; hidden fields and filtered-out records are left out, and downloads are limited to 50MB. help.zapier.com, checked 6 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Contract

Zapier offers monthly or yearly payment, and if you cancel you keep access to your paid plan until the end of the billing cycle. zapier.com, checked 6 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Connections

Tables connects to the apps in Zapier's own app directory through Zap workflows. zapier.com, checked 6 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

What it does

Zapier Tables is best for small teams that already use Zapier and need a simple database to store, organize, and act on data without building something from scratch. You can create tables to hold contacts, leads, tasks, or any structured info, then trigger automations directly from that data. It works like a lightweight spreadsheet but is built to connect with Zapier's 6,000+ app integrations. If your team is tired of messy spreadsheets but not ready for a full database tool, Tables fills that gap cleanly.

Strengths

Native integration with Zapier means zero extra setup to trigger automations from your data
Very low learning curve—if you can use a spreadsheet, you can use Tables
Free tier is genuinely usable for solo users and small teams
Reduces the need for third-party database tools just to support Zapier workflows

Weaknesses

Very limited compared to dedicated database tools like Airtable or Notion
No advanced reporting, filtering, or relational database features
Only valuable if you're already using Zapier—standalone use case is weak
Row and record limits can be restrictive on lower-tier plans

Key features

Build simple databases to store contacts, orders, tasks, or custom records
Trigger Zapier automations directly from table data—no extra setup needed
Works natively inside Zapier, so no new login or platform to learn
Share tables with your team and control who can view or edit
Replaces basic spreadsheet workarounds for automation workflows
No coding required to set up or manage your tables

STOA verdict

Best for small teams already paying for Zapier who need a quick place to store and act on data without adding another tool. The biggest pro is how tightly it plugs into Zapier automations—no glue required. The main downside is it's too basic for anything beyond simple data storage; you'll hit its limits fast if you need filtering, reporting, or relational data.