Quadratic
Code-powered spreadsheet tool with Python, SQL, and AI integration.. [Paid]
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What is Quadratic?
Quadratic is a modern AI-enabled spreadsheet that combines familiar spreadsheet functionality with the power of AI, Python, SQL, and JavaScript. It replaces complex formulas like =VLOOKUP with AI-generated Python code that is easier to read, verify, and debug. The tool is purpose-built for individuals and teams who work with data, especially data scientists, engineers, analysts, and businesses that need to connect to live data sources.
Key features include AI chat that writes code and inserts data based on natural language prompts, live connections to databases (Postgres, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, MS SQL, CockroachDB, Supabase, Neon) and business tools (QuickBooks, Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Plaid), support for Python/SQL/JavaScript cells alongside traditional formulas, real-time collaboration for teams, the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for connecting AI agents like Claude, Cursor, and ChatGPT directly to spreadsheets, and a REST API for orchestrating agents and automating workflows. Quadratic is SOC 2 and HIPAA certified for enterprise security.
Quadratic is designed for individuals moving faster with rapid data access, small teams doing collaborative analysis with auditable answers, and enterprises unlocking secure data access with powerful AI. The Education plan is 100% free for students, teachers, and researchers with unlimited sheets, code, teammates, and connections.
Quadratic pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Quadratic offers 4 pricing tiers. Personal is Free for individuals with limited AI usage, limited sharing, limited files, limited connections, and limited support. Pro is $18/user/month billed annually and includes $20 in AI credits per month, access to additional models, unlimited sharing, unlimited files, unlimited connections, and additional privacy controls. Business is $36/user/month billed annually and includes 2x AI credits per month, everything in Pro, and AI usage on-demand for teams needing more capacity. Enterprise is custom pricing with custom AI usage, Single Sign-On (SSO), self-hosting option, and dedicated support. The Education plan is 100% free for students, teachers, and researchers with unlimited sheets, code, teammates, and connections (AI still limited to free tier prompts). Payments accept major credit/debit cards, Stripe Link, Google Pay, and Apple Pay through Stripe.
Quadratic pros
- AI writes Python and SQL code instead of complex formulas
- Natural language prompts create formulas and data analysis instantly
- Live connections to 10+ databases including Postgres, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery
- Connectors for QuickBooks, Google Analytics, Mixpanel, and Plaid
- Real-time collaboration for dozens of users simultaneously
- MCP support lets Claude, Cursor, ChatGPT read/write to your sheets
- REST API for triggering AI runs and reading/writing cells programmatically
- SOC 2 and HIPAA certified for enterprise security compliance
- No setup or downloads required - runs entirely in web browser
- Built on Rust, WASM, and WebGL for snappy performance
- Educational plan is 100% free with unlimited sheets and connections
- AI explanations show exactly how analysis works step-by-step
- Every cell is auditable and changes require user approval
- Python cells reference spreadsheet cells and return results back
- Works performantly on all hardware regardless of computer specs
Quadratic cons
- Personal plan has limited AI usage, sharing, files, and connections
- Missing pivot tables compared to traditional spreadsheets
- Column resizing has quirks different from Excel
- Education plan subject to same AI prompt limitations as free tier
- Pro plan costs $18/user/month which may be expensive for individuals
- Still relatively new with fewer third-party integrations than Excel
- Learning curve for non-technical users to understand Python/SQL cells
- Web-based only - no offline desktop application available
Frequently asked questions about Quadratic
What is Quadratic?
Quadratic is a modern AI-enabled spreadsheet that combines familiar spreadsheet formulas with the power of AI and coding languages like Python, SQL, and JavaScript. It is purpose-built to make working with data easier and faster, replacing complex formulas with AI-generated code that is easier to read, verify, and debug.
How does Quadratic AI work?
The AI Chat is open by default in your first sheet or accessible via the sparkle menu in the sidebar. Simply ask questions in natural language to start writing code, inserting data, and making direct edits to your spreadsheet. The AI writes Python and SQL cells so you can do advanced analysis, and every cell shows an explanation of how the analysis works step-by-step.
What data sources can Quadratic connect to?
Quadratic connects to Postgres, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, MariaDB, MS SQL, CockroachDB, Supabase, Neon, CSV, Excel, and PDF files. It also has connectors for QuickBooks, Google Analytics, Mixpanel, and Plaid (for 12,000+ financial institutions). Data is live and up-to-date, refreshing anytime.
What is the difference between Pro and Business plans?
Business includes higher AI usage limits (2x AI credits per month vs $20 in Pro), AI on-demand usage, and all features from Pro. Business is designed for teams that need more capacity and flexibility. Both have unlimited sharing, files, and connections.
Is there a free trial or free plan?
Yes, Quadratic publishes a free Personal tier with limited AI usage, sharing, files, connections, and support. You can sign up for a free account to test Quadratic. There is no separate trial - the free plan serves as your trial. The Education plan is also 100% free for students, teachers, and researchers.
Can I use Python in Quadratic?
Yes, you can write Python code directly in spreadsheet cells. Press after clicking a cell to open the command palette and select Python as your cell type. Single referenced cells are put in a variable with the appropriate data type, and multi-line references are placed in a DataFrame. The last line of code is returned to the spreadsheet by default.
How does real-time collaboration work?
Quadratic is built to be used collaboratively in real-time by dozens of users simultaneously. Teams can engage, build, and learn together in an environment optimized for collaboration. The Pro plan includes a shared workspace, and unlimited sharing is included.
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP) in Quadratic?
Quadratic speaks the Model Context Protocol - the open standard for connecting AI to software. You can point Claude, Cursor, ChatGPT, or any MCP-enabled agent at Quadratic and give it a live spreadsheet to read, write, and verify work in. Every cell stays auditable and every change is yours to approve.
Can I downgrade my plan?
Yes, you can cancel and downgrade your plan at any time. If you upgrade from Personal to Pro, all existing and new team members are billed at the Pro price per user.
What payment methods does Quadratic accept?
Quadratic accepts most major credit and debit cards, as well as Stripe Link, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. All payments are processed through Stripe. Billing can be monthly or annual, with a 10% discount for yearly billing.