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Directus

Instant APIs and admin app for any SQL database

Directus wraps a SQL database with REST and GraphQL APIs and a no-code data studio, used as a headless CMS or backend.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Web, Self-hosted

Categories: Developer Tools, Self-Hosted

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Directus compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Directus	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Strapi	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Payload	Free	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Web
Hoppscotch	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Self-hosted
NocoDB	Free plan	Yes	Yes	Web, Self-hosted
Gotify	Free	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted, Android, Web
Wagtail	Free	Yes	Yes	Self-hosted

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Questions

Is Directus free?

Directus is free to start, with paid plans.

Is Directus open source?

Yes, Directus is open source.

Can Directus be self-hosted?

Yes, you can run Directus on your own server.

What platforms does Directus run on?

Directus is available for Web, Self-hosted.

What are some alternatives to Directus?

Similar indie products include Strapi, Payload, Hoppscotch, NocoDB and 4 more.

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