Xano

Every Backend Capability. Zero Setup. Built to Scale

5.0•18 reviews•

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Every Backend Capability. Zero Setup. Built to Scale

5.0•18 reviews•

457 followers

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Xano is the unified backend for the AI era, built to move beyond vibe-coded prototypes into production-grade applications. More than a database, it lets you build and orchestrate apps, AI agents, and MCP servers in one secure, scalable platform with static hosting. Skip stitching together databases, APIs, auth, integrations, and infrastructure, and focus on building your backend with AI speed, visual logic, and code in your IDE, all from one place.

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Xano 2.0 A full backend in minutes with AI, visual dev, and code

Launched on October 23rd, 2025

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5.0

Based on 18 reviews

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Reviews praise Xano’s flexibility, speed, and reliability, with many noting strong documentation, supportive community, and continuous improvements. Makers add depth: the makers of

Microns

rely on it as a core database—costly but worth it for flexibility; the makers of

Seven24.ai

credit it with shipping a proof-of-concept fast at scale; and the makers of

FlowKitten

say it handles heavy backend work so they don’t worry about Bubble workunits. Users highlight robust performance, broad feature coverage, and business-logic power, with some calling it their default backend.

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Pros

scalable backend (10)

fast deployment (9)

no-code API builder (8)

business logic functions (7)

efficient performance (7)

community support (5)

documentation (5)

ai coding assistance (4)

flexibility (4)

scalability (4)

Cons

high cost (2)

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What's great

scalable backend (10)documentation (5)business logic functions (7)efficient performance (7)

We’ve been using Xano for several projects, and it’s become one of the most reliable parts of our stack. It combines the flexibility of traditional development with the speed of no-code — without forcing you into a box.

What stands out most is the balance between visual clarity and technical control. You can design and manage complex business logic visually, but still drop into code when needed. The new VS Code integration makes this even smoother — our consultants can work directly in their IDE and instantly sync changes back to Xano. Using AI to assist them in building the logic of the system.

The Canvas view is great for client discussions. It helps explain processes and data flow in a way that’s easy to understand, even for non-technical stakeholders.

Performance and scalability have also held up well for production-grade use. Xano’s infrastructure feels solid, and we’ve been able to move from prototype to live systems without any rework.

Overall, Xano continues to prove that no-code doesn’t have to mean limited. It’s a serious backend platform for professional teams who want to move fast while keeping structure and control.

— Bas @ EsperantoXL

What needs improvement

One thing that could still improve is collaboration across larger teams. Version control and environment management work well, but smoother handling of branching, merging, and role-based access inside the Xano UI would make it even easier for multiple developers to work in parallel.

vs Alternatives

We chose Xano because of its clear pricing and straightforward license terms — no limits based on users or tables. The team has a strong focus on building a great product, trusting that quality drives adoption through its partners. The technology is solid, and the integration with WeWeb works seamlessly for our projects.

Does it generate OpenAPI docs automatically for endpoints?

Yes. Every API endpoint you create is automatically included in the Swagger documentation for that API group.

How well does Xano integrate with external REST and GraphQL?

Xano integrates smoothly with external REST APIs — you can easily connect, send, and receive data using the built-in API connector. For GraphQL, it’s not native yet, but you can still interact with GraphQL endpoints through custom requests.

How do AI agents connect to our data and tools?

Xano offerts AI Agents to be used inside of function stacks of the backend. But you can also expose capabilities by setting up a MCP server inside your project, only exposing that data that you have made available. And both can be done in minutes.

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What's great

team collaboration (3)community support (5)flexibility (4)scalability (4)fast deployment (9)scalable backend (10)no-code API builder (8)efficient performance (7)ai coding assistance (4)

I love this product. For me personally, it’s been a huge upgrade. I started in 2010 with Zapier, then moved to Make, then n8n, then Xano, and now Xano 2.0 — it’s just amazing. This isn’t simple automation anymore, it’s real SaaS building. What makes it perfect is the mix of having an actual server plus building my own workflows (APIs + function stacks), and now with XanoScript (a new scripting language that takes the best parts of JavaScript, PHP, Twig, and SQL), it’s everything I need in one place.

What needs improvement

high cost (2)

1. Templates — n8n has a great template library where you can grab pre-built workflows and customize them. Would love to see something similar in Xano for common use cases (user auth flows, payment integrations, etc.).

2. Video education & community — The docs are solid, but I learn better from video walkthroughs. A Skool community or more structured video courses would be huge for people like me who aren’t traditional developers.

3. Sharing functionality between instances — Right now, moving API endpoints or function stacks between workspaces/instances is manual. An export/import feature or blueprint system would save tons of time when spinning up new projects.

vs Alternatives

n8n

1. Multi-tenant architecture — I needed to build real, stable SaaS products with proper multi-tenancy. Not workarounds or hacks, but actual isolated customer databases that scale properly.

2. All-in-one infrastructure — I was tired of managing separate services. Before Xano, I had a VPS, n8n for workflows, Airtable for databases, and everything else scattered. Now it’s all in one place: server, database, backend, AI integrations, MCP — everything. One login, one bill, no duct tape holding it together.

How does auto-scaling handle sudden traffic spikes?

Didn’t have any issues

Is Redis caching configurable per endpoint or query?

I’m not sure

Can we deploy to single-tenant Kubernetes on GCP?

I dont know

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What's great

team collaboration (3)flexibility (4)scalability (4)security features (3)fast deployment (9)scalable backend (10)no-code API builder (8)efficient performance (7)gdpr compliance (3)enterprise ready (1)

Xano has completely redefined how we build and manage backends at scale.

Its combination of visual development, API control, and database orchestration makes it ideal for both rapid prototyping and enterprise-grade delivery.

The platform’s governance features (environments, branching, roles) and its extensibility through custom functions make it a true backend powerhouse for modern low-code teams.

What needs improvement

runtime logs (1)

Better production observability would make Xano even stronger — especially access to detailed runtime logs or integration with external logging tools.

It would simplify debugging and ensure safer troubleshooting on live environments.

vs Alternatives

I chose Xano because it’s the only backend platform that truly combines scalability, governance, and speed.

Unlike traditional no-code tools, it gives full control over logic, APIs, and data modeling — without compromising on performance or best practices.

It’s the perfect balance between visual development and technical depth, making it ideal for building reliable, production-grade applications.

What limits exist on records, requests, or storage?

Limits are clearly defined per plan — covering database records, API requests, and storage. For most production use cases, they’re generous enough, but heavy workloads (e.g. analytics or batch operations) may require optimization or a higher plan.

How well does Xano integrate with external REST and GraphQL?

Xano integrates very smoothly with external REST APIs — both as a provider and a consumer. You can easily make authenticated requests, handle responses, and transform data visually or through custom code.

How does pricing scale with usage and features?

Xano’s pricing scales mainly with data volume, API usage, and workspace size. While higher tiers can be costly for large projects, the performance, reliability, and maintenance-free infrastructure make it a strong value proposition compared to managing your own backend stack.

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What's great

scalable backend (10)documentation (5)business logic functions (7)efficient performance (7)

The Canvas view is great for client discussions. It helps explain processes and data flow in a way that’s easy to understand, even for non-technical stakeholders.

Performance and scalability have also held up well for production-grade use. Xano’s infrastructure feels solid, and we’ve been able to move from prototype to live systems without any rework.

Overall, Xano continues to prove that no-code doesn’t have to mean limited. It’s a serious backend platform for professional teams who want to move fast while keeping structure and control.

— Bas @ EsperantoXL

What needs improvement

vs Alternatives

Does it generate OpenAPI docs automatically for endpoints?

Yes. Every API endpoint you create is automatically included in the Swagger documentation for that API group.

How well does Xano integrate with external REST and GraphQL?

How do AI agents connect to our data and tools?

Ratings

Ease of use

Reliability

Value for money

Customization

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5 views3mo ago

•1 review

What's great

team collaboration (3)community support (5)flexibility (4)scalability (4)fast deployment (9)scalable backend (10)no-code API builder (8)efficient performance (7)ai coding assistance (4)

What needs improvement

high cost (2)

vs Alternatives

n8n

1. Multi-tenant architecture — I needed to build real, stable SaaS products with proper multi-tenancy. Not workarounds or hacks, but actual isolated customer databases that scale properly.

How does auto-scaling handle sudden traffic spikes?

Didn’t have any issues

Is Redis caching configurable per endpoint or query?

I’m not sure

Can we deploy to single-tenant Kubernetes on GCP?

I dont know

Ratings

Ease of use

Reliability

Value for money

Customization

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•1 review

What's great

Xano has completely redefined how we build and manage backends at scale.

Its combination of visual development, API control, and database orchestration makes it ideal for both rapid prototyping and enterprise-grade delivery.

The platform’s governance features (environments, branching, roles) and its extensibility through custom functions make it a true backend powerhouse for modern low-code teams.

What needs improvement

runtime logs (1)

Better production observability would make Xano even stronger — especially access to detailed runtime logs or integration with external logging tools.

It would simplify debugging and ensure safer troubleshooting on live environments.

vs Alternatives

I chose Xano because it’s the only backend platform that truly combines scalability, governance, and speed.

Unlike traditional no-code tools, it gives full control over logic, APIs, and data modeling — without compromising on performance or best practices.

It’s the perfect balance between visual development and technical depth, making it ideal for building reliable, production-grade applications.

What limits exist on records, requests, or storage?

How well does Xano integrate with external REST and GraphQL?

How does pricing scale with usage and features?

Ratings

Ease of use

Reliability

Value for money

Customization

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Xano

Every Backend Capability. Zero Setup. Built to Scale

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vs Alternatives

Does it generate OpenAPI docs automatically for endpoints?

How well does Xano integrate with external REST and GraphQL?

How do AI agents connect to our data and tools?

What's great

What needs improvement

vs Alternatives

How does auto-scaling handle sudden traffic spikes?

Is Redis caching configurable per endpoint or query?

Can we deploy to single-tenant Kubernetes on GCP?

What's great

What needs improvement

vs Alternatives

What limits exist on records, requests, or storage?

How well does Xano integrate with external REST and GraphQL?

How does pricing scale with usage and features?

What's great

What needs improvement

vs Alternatives

Does it generate OpenAPI docs automatically for endpoints?

How well does Xano integrate with external REST and GraphQL?

How do AI agents connect to our data and tools?

What's great

What needs improvement

vs Alternatives

How does auto-scaling handle sudden traffic spikes?

Is Redis caching configurable per endpoint or query?

Can we deploy to single-tenant Kubernetes on GCP?

What's great

What needs improvement

vs Alternatives

What limits exist on records, requests, or storage?

How well does Xano integrate with external REST and GraphQL?

How does pricing scale with usage and features?