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Quadratic vs Rows

Pricing, free plans, ratings, features, pros and cons, side by side. Where one comes out ahead, we mark it.

Quadratic

Spreadsheet that runs Python and SQL, connects to your database, and answers in plain English

4.2Not listed

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Rows

A spreadsheet with live API connections built into the cells

4.4$15/mo

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Who comes out ahead

Based only on the facts in our directory. The right pick still depends on the job you need done.

  • Lower starting price

    Not comparable

    Not comparable: Quadratic does not list a price

  • Free plan

    Rows

    Only Rows has one

  • Higher rating

    Rows

    4.2 against 4.4

  • Same job?

    Yes

    Both are Data and Analytics tools

Side by side

Compared onQuadraticRows
Our rating4.24.4Better
Starts atNot listed$15/mo
Free planNoYesBetter
CategoryData and AnalyticsData and Analytics
PlansSee pricing
  • FreeFree
  • Plus$15/mo
  • Pro$29/mo
Key features
  • Python, SQL and formulas in the same grid
  • Live connections to Postgres, Snowflake, BigQuery and more
  • Natural-language questions that generate the code
  • PDF data extraction and scheduled tasks
  • Spreadsheet API and MCP integration
  • Live API connections directly inside spreadsheet cells
  • AI-assisted formula generation and data summarization
  • Built-in charting and presentation-ready formatting
  • Web-native alternative to Excel and Google Sheets
  • Free tier for personal use
Pros
  • Removes the export-to-CSV step where analysis goes stale
  • Three languages in one grid rather than three tools
  • MCP support so agents can work the sheet
  • Live API connections keep spreadsheet data current automatically
  • Removes manual export-and-import steps for connected data sources
  • Modern, web-native interface with built-in AI assistance
Cons
  • No pricing figures published, only a free trial
  • Python in a spreadsheet is less shareable than formulas
  • Live database connections inside sheets raise governance questions
  • Full value depends on needing live connections to supported services
  • Team features and more integrations require a paid plan
  • Less established than Excel or Google Sheets for basic spreadsheet needs
CompanyQuadratic Growth Inc.Rows, founded 2016

Prices come from each vendor's pricing page, last checked 20260814. Check the vendor before you buy.

FAQ

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Is Quadratic better than Rows?

In our reviews Quadratic scores 4.2 and Rows scores 4.4. The better pick depends on the job. Quadratic: Spreadsheet that runs Python and SQL, connects to your database, and answers in plain English. Rows: A spreadsheet with live API connections built into the cells.

Which is cheaper, Quadratic or Rows?

Quadratic: see pricing. Rows: from $15/mo.

Do Quadratic and Rows have free plans?

Only Rows has a free plan.

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