Google AppSheet vs. Shareables
Google AppSheet builds internal business apps from Google Sheets, starting at $5/user/mo. Shareables creates public-facing embeddable widgets from 10+ sources at $6/mo. Choose AppSheet for internal tools; choose Shareables for website widgets.
At a glance
| Functionalities | ||
|---|---|---|
| App building | Makes widgets | AppSheet builds mobile/web apps |
| Google integration | Native Google Workspace integration | Native Google Workspace integration |
| Embeddability | AppSheet builds standalone apps | AppSheet builds standalone apps |
| Ease of use | AppSheet has more complexity | AppSheet has more complexity |
| Widget variety | App layouts vs 20+ widget templates | App layouts vs 20+ widget templates |
Detailed comparison
Purpose
AppSheet builds internal business apps with forms, workflows, and automations. Designed for logged-in users.
Shareables displays data publicly on websites. No login required, designed for website visitors.
Bottom line: AppSheet for internal apps. Shareables for public website widgets.
Pricing
| Shareables | Google AppSheet | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes (1 widget, 1,000 records) | Yes (Limited apps and features) |
| Starting price | $6/mo | $5/user/mo |
| Business tier | $12/mo (Pro) | $10/user/mo |
| Top tier | $40/mo (Ultimate, unlimited widgets) | Custom |
| Pricing model | per-widget | per-user |
Strengths and weaknesses
Google AppSheet
Strengths
- + Native Google Workspace integration
- + Affordable per-user pricing
- + Builds mobile and web apps
- + Automations and workflows
Weaknesses
- - Per-user pricing (adds up for larger access)
- - Not designed for public-facing embedding
- - Apps feel utilitarian, not beautiful
- - Complex for simple display needs
Shareables
Strengths
- + Supports 10+ data sources (Airtable, Google Sheets, Notion, Excel, Trello, and more)
- + Embeddable widgets that work on any website or page builder
- + 20+ widget templates (blog, products, events, FAQ, testimonials, charts, and more)
- + Quick setup, under 5 minutes from data to live widget
Weaknesses
- - No user authentication or login portals
- - No form submissions or data write-back
- - Newer platform, smaller community compared to established players
- - Limited to displaying and presenting data (read-only)
Who should choose what?
Choose Google AppSheet if you need...
- Google Workspace teams building internal apps
- Mobile data collection and field work apps
- Simple CRUD apps from Google Sheets
Choose Shareables if you need...
- Teams that want to display spreadsheet/database data on their website
- No-code builders who need embeddable widgets
- Small businesses wanting a quick, affordable data-driven site
- Agencies managing multiple client widgets
- Anyone using Airtable, Google Sheets, or Notion as a CMS
What customers say
“This is a game-changer for our agency in terms of enhancing our clients' experience without complicating our backend support, as the clients can simply update spreadsheet information in real time. Once it's set up and optimized, it's pretty much plug and play. If you want dynamic content displayed in a very digestible, beautifully presented format, Shareables will be a great tool for you. Ryan also provides very fast support to solve all my questions.”
Byron
Aranka Media
“For product showcases and micro-directories, Shareables feels like a perfect starter replacement for Softr, Glide, and CommonNinja — especially when embeds and flexibility matter. Setup was fast. I connected my data, picked a layout, and published in minutes. Embeds worked exactly how I needed. Audio players, videos, and custom elements felt native inside the listings, not bolted on. Simple tool. Fast results. Exactly what I needed.”
Prashant
Mahakatha
“Shareables is exactly what I was looking for to quickly build and share curated directories. The interface is incredibly clean, and the setup process is fast and intuitive. I looked into heavier directory tools like Brilliant Directories and also considered building custom frontends connected to Airtable. Those solutions felt too bulky, expensive, and time-consuming. Shareables strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and functionality.”
Noah Reed
Frequently Asked Questions
AppSheet apps are standalone and not designed for embedding. Shareables provides native embed codes for any website.