yao
The premium Open Source alternative to Retool
🎯 Best for:Developers who prefer configuration-driven development over visual drag-and-drop builders.
What is yao?
A self-hosted alternative to Retool for building business applications and REST APIs. It employs a JSON-based engine to define data models, APIs, and UI components without traditional manual programming.
Tech Stack
GoLow-Code & Builder
Why yao?
- • High performance Go core
- • Version control friendly
- • Built-in AI integration
Limitations
- • Steep learning curve
- • DSL documentation gaps
- • Smaller component library
2/2/2026
Last Update
681
Forks
0
Issues
Other
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Retool)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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