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Google Sheets
Database & Spreadsheet
Smartsheet
Database & Spreadsheet
Google Sheets vs Smartsheet 2026
Last updated: April 4, 2026
Quick Verdict
Google Sheets has a higher overall rating (4.7 vs 4.4), indicating stronger user satisfaction. Google Sheets is more affordable at $0/mo vs $9/user/mo. Both are strong options in the Database & Spreadsheet category. Choose based on your specific needs, team size, and feature priorities.
Google Sheets
Starting Price
$0/mo
Free Tier
Available
Overall Rating
4.7/ 5.0
Integrations
1000
Mobile App
Yes
Smartsheet
Starting Price
$9/user/mo
Free Tier
Not Available
Overall Rating
4.4/ 5.0
Integrations
100
Mobile App
Yes
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Google Sheets | Smartsheet |
|---|---|---|
| documents | ||
| databases | ||
| wikis | ||
| kanban boards | ||
| calendars | ||
| templates | ||
| collaboration | ||
| api |
Best For
Google Sheets
- Teams needing free collaborative spreadsheets
- Organizations using Google Workspace
- Simple data tracking and calculations
Smartsheet
- Project managers wanting spreadsheet-like PM tool
- Teams needing Gantt charts and resource management
- Enterprises with complex project tracking
Limitations
Google Sheets
- Not as powerful as Excel for advanced features
- Performance degrades with large datasets
- Limited offline functionality
Smartsheet
- Expensive for large teams
- Steeper learning curve than Google Sheets
- Can be overkill for simple spreadsheet needs