Getform positions itself as a form backend for designers and developers, with a focus on simplicity and integration with popular static site generators. It supports file uploads, offers a clean submission management dashboard, and provides integrations through Zapier. The platform has carved out a niche among JAMstack developers who want a straightforward way to handle form submissions.
One area where Getform stands out is its workflow automation through Zapier, which lets you connect form submissions to thousands of third-party apps. The dashboard interface is clean and intuitive, making it easy to browse and export submissions. However, Getform's free plan is limited to a single form with 50 submissions per month, and spam protection is limited to basic honeypot fields without any intelligent filtering.
FormsList matches Getform's simplicity while offering substantially more on every tier. The free plan includes 5 forms and 200 submissions, giving hobby projects and small sites plenty of runway. AI-powered spam scoring catches sophisticated spam that simple honeypot fields miss, and native integrations with Slack, Google Sheets, and Discord mean you can set up real-time notifications without relying entirely on Zapier. For teams that need direct integrations and smarter spam handling, FormsList is the more complete package.
By Vaibhav Jain · Last updated March 22, 2026
| Feature | FormsList | Getform |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 5 forms, 200 submissions/mo | 1 form, 50 submissions/mo |
| Submissions/month (paid) | 5,000 (Pro) / 50,000 (Business) | 1,000 (Basic) / 10,000 (Agency) |
| Integrations | Slack, Google Sheets, Discord, Zapier, Webhooks | Zapier, Webhooks |
| Spam protection | AI scoring + honeypot + reCAPTCHA | Honeypot fields only |
| API access | REST API on all plans | REST API on paid plans |
| File uploads | All plans | All plans |
| Custom redirects | All plans | All plans |
| Team support | Business plan | Agency plan |
| Starting price | $9/mo (Pro) | $12/mo (Basic) |
| Native integrations | Slack, Sheets, Discord + more | Zapier only |
Native integrations with Slack, Google Sheets, and Discord
AI spam scoring catches sophisticated spam automatically
5 free forms versus Getform's single free form
Lower starting price at $9/mo vs $12/mo
Built-in submission analytics and geo tracking
Clean, minimalist dashboard design
Simple onboarding process for beginners
Good documentation for JAMstack frameworks
FormsList outperforms Getform in nearly every measurable category: more free forms, more submissions, lower prices, and smarter spam protection. The native integrations with Slack, Google Sheets, and Discord remove the need to set up Zapier automations for common workflows, saving both time and money.
Getform is a decent choice if you value an extremely simple interface and only need a single form for a small project. But the moment you need more than one form, better spam filtering, or direct integrations, FormsList delivers more without costing more. It is the clear winner for anyone planning to scale beyond a single contact form.
Yes. FormsList works with any static site generator: Hugo, Jekyll, Eleventy, Gatsby, Astro, Next.js, and more. Just point your HTML form to your FormsList endpoint URL.
Yes. FormsList supports CSV export from the dashboard, and you can also use the REST API to programmatically fetch submissions. The Google Sheets integration provides real-time export as well.
Both platforms are simple to set up. Create an account, get your form endpoint URL, and add it as the action attribute on your HTML form. FormsList adds the benefit of one-click integrations that Getform requires Zapier for.
200 free submissions a month and a live endpoint in 30 seconds. No server, no credit card, just point your form at it.