AG Grid: Simple Table is a free alternative to AG Grid with 31kb vs 2MB+ bundle size. Free for pre-revenue and bootstrapped projects.
Free for startups
Lightweight
Affordable for businesses
Easy setup
Handsontable: Simple Table provides similar functionality to Handsontable. Free for pre-revenue and bootstrapped projects, with affordable pricing for businesses.
Free for startups
React-native
Better performance
Modern architecture
Material-UI Table: Simple Table offers more features than Material-UI's basic table component
More features
Better performance
Customizable
Lightweight
TanStack Table: Simple Table is ready-to-use vs TanStack's headless approach requiring more setup
Ready-to-use
Built-in styling
Less configuration
Faster development
Installation and Setup
Install Simple Table using npm: npm install simple-table-core
Import and use in your React components with minimal configuration
Supports TypeScript with full type definitions
Works with Next.js, Create React App, Vite, and other React frameworks
Pricing and Licensing
Simple Table is completely free for pre-revenue and bootstrapped projects
Affordable paid plans available for revenue-generating businesses
No vendor lock-in or forced upgrades
Startup-friendly pricing model designed for growing companies
Render large datasets quickly with a highly customizable data grid that integrates seamlessly with your React and Next.js applications in minutes, not days. The lightweight alternative to AG Grid, TanStack Table, Material-UI Table, Ant Design Table, and Handsontable.
Make your data handling look professional. Here's what our component brings to your React projects
Core Data Grid Features
Get started with essential data grid functions out of the box. Simple Table provides all the tools you need to render, navigate, and interact with data.
Handle large datasets without the lag. Optimized rendering ensures smooth scrolling and fast loading, even with thousands of rows.
Virtual Scrolling
Renders only visible rows for optimal performance
Tiny Bundle Size
Only 31 kb - won't bloat your app
Fast Rendering
Optimized for large datasets
Responsive & Mobile-Optimized
Works seamlessly across all devices and screen sizes. Your data grids look professional whether users are on desktop, tablet, or mobile.
Mobile-first responsive design
Touch-friendly interactions
Explore 30+ Features
Built for Production Use
We're developers who needed a professional data grid solution. That's why we built Simple Table to be flexible, reliable, and actually enjoyable to work with.
Flexible
Work with TypeScript or JavaScript. Drop it in existing projects or start fresh with easy configuration.
Production-Ready
Battle-tested with comprehensive examples for React, Next.js, and more so you can ship faster.
Browser Compatible
Consistent performance across major browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, and Opera.
Developer Friendly Docs
Clear structure, detailed usage guides and interactive examples for easy copy-paste code.
Continuous Updates
Regular updates with new features and enhancements to keep the library current and robust.
Dedicated Support
Your feedback is important to us. Get timely technical support for your use cases.
Get Full Integration In Minutes
Use with your favorite React framework, whether you're using Next.js, Gatsby, or just React. Simple Table will fit right in.
# Install via npm
npm install simple-table-core
# Or via yarn
yarn add simple-table-core
How We Compare
See how Simple Table stacks up against other popular data grid solutions. We're the lightweight, free alternative to expensive enterprise solutions.
Simple Table is a lightweight React data grid library (only 31 kb) designed for developers who need professional data grid functionality without the bloat. It provides 30+ features including cell editing, column management, sorting, filtering, row grouping, and full TypeScript support. Perfect for dashboards, admin panels, and data-heavy applications.
How do I install and get started?
Install via npm: 'npm install simple-table-core'. Import the component and CSS, define your columns and data, and you're ready to go. Our Quick Start guide has you up and running in under 5 minutes with complete code examples for React and Next.js.
Does Simple Table support TypeScript?
Yes! Simple Table is built with TypeScript and includes comprehensive type definitions out of the box. You get full autocomplete, type checking, and IntelliSense support, making development faster and reducing bugs.
Which frameworks and versions are supported?
Simple Table works with React 16.8+, React 18, React 19 and Next.js (both Pages and App Router). It's compatible with all major bundlers (Webpack, Vite, Rollup) and works in both JavaScript and TypeScript projects.
Features & Capabilities
What features does Simple Table include?
Simple Table includes 30+ features: cell editing with validation, column resizing/reordering/pinning/filtering/sorting, row selection and grouping, pagination and infinite scroll, nested headers, custom cell and header renderers, live data updates, aggregate functions, keyboard navigation, multiple built-in themes, and full customization via CSS variables. Check our documentation for the complete feature list.
How does it perform with large datasets?
Simple Table uses virtual scrolling to render only visible rows, allowing smooth performance with 100,000+ rows. The tiny 31 kb bundle size means fast initial load times. We've optimized rendering, sorting, and filtering to handle enterprise-scale data without lag or memory issues.
Is it mobile responsive?
Yes! Simple Table is fully responsive with mobile-first design. It automatically adapts to different screen sizes with touch-friendly interactions, horizontal scrolling for wide tables, and optimized rendering for mobile devices. Your data grids work seamlessly on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
Can I customize the look and feel?
Absolutely! Choose from multiple built-in themes (including dark mode), customize via CSS variables for colors/spacing/fonts, replace icons with your own, create custom cell and header renderers, or build a completely custom theme. We also provide a Theme Builder tool for visual customization.
Comparisons & Migration
How does Simple Table compare to AG Grid?
Simple Table is much lighter (31 kb vs 2+ MB) and completely free for most use cases. While AG Grid has more enterprise features, Simple Table provides all essential data grid functionality (editing, sorting, filtering, grouping, custom renderers) without licensing costs or bundle bloat. Perfect for teams who need 90% of the features at 1% of the size and cost.
How does it compare to TanStack Table?
TanStack Table is a headless library requiring you to build the UI layer. Simple Table is a complete, ready-to-use component with built-in styling, themes, and interactions. If you need a table running today (not in 2 weeks), Simple Table is the faster choice. TanStack is great if you want total UI control.
What about Material-UI or Ant Design tables?
Simple Table offers significantly more features than MUI or Ant Design's basic tables (column pinning, row grouping, inline editing, advanced filtering). It's also framework-agnostic - you're not locked into a component ecosystem. Plus, our 31 kb bundle won't add the overhead of entire UI libraries.
Can I migrate from another data grid library?
Yes! Our API is intuitive and similar to other popular data grids. Most migrations take 1-2 hours. We provide migration guides for AG Grid, TanStack Table, and other common libraries. The column definition format is straightforward, making the switch smooth.
Pricing & Support
Is Simple Table free to use?
Yes! Simple Table is completely free for pre-revenue startups, side projects, and bootstrapped companies. For revenue-generating businesses, we offer affordable commercial licenses starting at just a fraction of AG Grid's enterprise pricing. Check our pricing page for details.
Is it production-ready and actively maintained?
Absolutely! Simple Table is battle-tested in production by companies across multiple industries. We ship regular updates with new features, performance improvements, and bug fixes. The library is actively maintained with responsive support and a growing community.
What kind of support do you offer?
We provide comprehensive documentation with interactive examples, GitHub discussions for community support, and dedicated email support for commercial license holders. Most questions are answered within 24 hours. We also take feature requests seriously and implement the most valuable ones.
Where can I find documentation and examples?
Our documentation includes detailed guides for every feature, interactive live demos you can edit in your browser, real-world examples (billing, HR, infrastructure, manufacturing, sales), code snippets ready to copy-paste, and a complete API reference. Everything you need to succeed is here.