Alternative To GoCanvas:
Build, maintain, & deploy custom mobile forms & worker-facing apps on one platform. Works offline, no contracts required.
Full Access. No Credit Card Required.
Why Choose Appenate Over GoCanvas?
Easily create mobile forms and tasks with full offline access. Automate task flows and use innovative solutions like Optical Character Recognition and NFC tags.
Save 31% and equip your workforce with comprehensive mobile app solutions.
Recognized by G2. Loved by real users
See why real users rank Appenate as a Leader across Usability, Implementation, and Results.
“Migrating over to Appenate was fast & effortless. Besides paying less than half of what your competitors charge, I found the Appenate support team extremely efficient in getting my business forms up & running in no time.”
– Andy, a happy Appenate convert
“If you are looking for a level of support that absolutely blows your mind while you build your completely custom mobile app, then do yourself a favour & use Appenate. The team has been an absolute Godsend in supporting our first App.”
– Jeremy, IT Contractor
NO FIXED CONTRACTS
Freedom & flexibility with no need to sign fixed or restrictive contracts.
NO SUDDEN PRICE INCREASES
Enjoy the security of a pricing structure that remains consistent & reliable.
FREE SUPPORT FOREVER
Support is not just a service but an integral part of our commitment to your success.
“GoCanvas is a very expensive product. It also misses the mark
on many levels..”
Dale S, a happy Appenate convert
100 000+
Users
100+
Countries
6 Million+
Monthly Form Submissions
80%+
Less Admin
Appenate and GoCanvas | Fall Compare Report 2026
Build powerful solutions faster with AI
Work smarter, move faster & achieve more with AI-driven efficiency
AI Form Generator
Instantly create a robust form by simply describing what you need using text or voice. Our AI Form Generator provides a powerful starting point with pre-configured fields, dramatically reducing setup time so you can deliver solutions faster.
AI Assistant
Our Conversational AI acts as your expert co-pilot. Use natural language to ask it to modify designs, add fields, or provide formula help, making it easier than ever to build powerful and dynamic solutions.
AI Voice Fill
Speak naturally – even with gloves on or while climbing, and let our AI filter out background noise to instantly and accurately auto-fill text, dates, and dropdowns on the fly.
AI Photo Fill
Just snap a photo of any paper document, and our intelligent AI instantly extracts and maps the data directly into your digital fields. Ensuring zero double-entry and flawless accuracy.
Achieve Intelligent, Resilient Operations
Android, iOS & Windows
Contactless Signature
Powerful Integrations
White
Label
Automatic Offline Functionality
REST
Field
Pay Less for More Features
Our fees less than half the price you’re currently
paying for GoCanvas, while our feature set enables much more than just the forms!
Free Support & Training
We want every customer to get maximum value from Appenate, so we provide FREE 1-on-1 training
and quality support.
Automatic Task Allocation
Work moves fast, we get that. That’s why you can set up automatic task allocation with Appenate – options inlcude ‘First To Claim,’ ‘Next Available’, etc.
Data Output Templating
Generate customized PDF outputs of your forms for free. While some competitors charge for advanced customization, we give you full flexibility at no extra cost.
“The custom PDFs have to be coded by their staff
(Oh, and by the way, it cost a small fortune to have done).”
– Dale S, a happy Appenate convert
Powerful White Label Options
Re-brand our cloud platform with your company’s identity.
Our 360° White Label solution does not reference Appenate and offers all the features of the Appenate platform under your name.
Appenate’s white label offering is not only affordable but also comprehensive & the platform ticks all of my requirements with its ease of use & powerful features.
– Jonathan A
Published To Stores
Your app, available to all your users in
Apple App & Google Play stores.
Customizable Look & Feel
Tailor your Screens and Forms to reflect
your colour schemes and logos.
In Your Own Language
Further customize your app with our multiple
language translation support.
WebForms: Now Anyone, Anywhere
Can Complete Your Forms
Our powerful new add-on, WebForms, allows you to create and send functional Appenate apps to ad hoc users to complete via their web browser.
For example, a tradesman performing your annual machinery service can now complete your safety survey form via a web browser on his mobile device, without installing the Appenate app. This opens up a ton of new possibilities for you as an Appenate customer – without worrying about once-off license fees.
Multi-Language Support
For Forms & Web Portal
Our Form Designer lets you create flexible, multilingual forms that support swift switching between languages.
Our Branded Apps and Web Portal extend this capability, ensuring your team stays on the same page regardless of their location or preferred language
Multi-Language Support
For Forms & Web Portal
Our Form Designer lets you create flexible, multilingual forms that support swift switching between languages.
Our Branded Apps and Web Portal extend this capability, ensuring your team stays on the same page regardless of their location or preferred language
Mobile Forms In Under 5 Minutes
A Task Management System
That Makes Sense
A Task Management System That Makes Sense
Managing tasks out in the field doesn’t need to be time-consuming. Automate task flows – complete with push notifications, view task maps, set minimum requirements for completion, and much more.
You can also set up recurring tasks and view current active tasks along with their status. Linking tasks to certain apps or forms is also straightforward, and goes a long way to keeping your workforce focused, organized, and productive.
Transfer Real-Time Data Directly
Into Your Existing Systems
Our Connectors will help you link up with tools like PowerBI, Email, Salesforce and many others. For everything else, we have a REST API that’s capable of linking to any web service with an exposed API.
This means you can integrate your business with your entire tool stack without building APIs from scratch.
Support You Deserve
Ever been stonewalled or even charged for support? At Appenate, we believe in placing our customers first. That’s why we offer free training and support for life.
When you’re just starting out, you’ll receive free training to get you up to speed fast – and get to build out an entire proof-of-concept app with a trained Appenate professional.
“I’ve been in training for about 2 weeks now and this info and assistance provided by your team has been of immense help in my progress.”
– Nathan A.
“Less than 24-hrs later, I had a back-and-forth, technical dialogue, in words I could understand, with an individual who truly seemed interested in solving my problem.”
– Dan S.
Geared Towards Every Industry
Trusted By 100 000+ Users In 100+ Countries
Benefit From A Free Trial Today:
Free training, support & implementation
Access to the entire platform
A free proof of concept
Test our White Label offering
Dedicated customer success consultant
Help with migrating forms over to Appenate
No fixed annual contracts required
Migrate Your Forms Over To Appenate – Plans Start From 5 Users.
Our team includes dedicated specialists who’ll help you transition fast by migrating up to 5 of your forms for free.
Frequently Asked Questions About Appenate as a GoCanvas Alternative
Last updated: October 2026
What is Appenate?
Appenate is a no code mobile app platform that lets businesses build, deploy and maintain custom apps and forms for field and frontline workers. Teams use Appenate to replace paper and spreadsheets with mobile apps that capture data, run approvals and workflows, and sync with business systems. Appenate apps work offline and can be published under a company’s own brand.
Is Appenate a good alternative to GoCanvas?
Yes, Appenate is a strong GoCanvas alternative for teams that want custom mobile forms and workflow apps, lower costs and hands on support. Appenate reports that switching can cut data collection costs by more than 70 percent. The main differences are AI app building from a text or voice description, multistep workflows with approvals, full offline functionality, 100 percent white labelling, connectors for systems such as SQL Server and Salesforce, and free one on one training. The best fit depends on your requirements, so test both platforms with one of your real forms before you decide.
How does Appenate pricing compare to GoCanvas?
Appenate is priced below GoCanvas. Appenate states that switching can reduce data collection costs by more than 70 percent, and that its rates stay stable instead of rising unexpectedly. Appenate pricing depends on the plan and the number of users, so request a current quote for your team size and compare it with a current GoCanvas quote.
Can I try Appenate before committing?
Yes. New accounts can start with a free 15 day trial that includes the full platform, so you can build and test a real app before paying. You can build a working app in minutes with the Appenate AI Form Generator by describing what you need in plain English, which lets you test complex workflows straight away instead of building forms field by field.
How does Appenate use AI to build apps faster?
Appenate uses generative AI to build apps from a text or voice description. The AI Form Generator creates a complete app, and the AI Assistant adds fields and refines logic from simple commands, which cuts development time because the app is generated for you. Appenate also offers Voice Fill and Photo Fill, which help field workers complete forms from speech or photos.
Can Appenate handle multistep workflows, not just simple forms?
Yes. Appenate is a no code application platform, not only a forms tool, and it supports multistep workflows with several users, approvals and data handoffs. For example, a completed inspection can trigger a work order that is assigned to another person, either automatically or on a first to claim basis. This goes beyond simple collect and send forms.
Does Appenate work offline?
Yes. Appenate’s native apps are built to work fully offline, including workflows, business logic and large datasets such as customer lists or parts inventories. Field teams can complete their work without a connection, and data syncs automatically when the device is back online, with no action needed from the user.
Does Appenate offer white labelling and custom branding?
Yes. Appenate offers a 100 percent white label option. You can publish apps under your own brand in the Apple App Store and Google Play, use custom domains, and remove every mention of Appenate. This suits businesses and partners that want to present or resell the platform as their own.
Can Appenate connect to SQL Server, Salesforce and other business systems?
Yes. Appenate connects to business systems through connectors for SQL Server, Salesforce, SharePoint and Power BI, plus a full REST API. This allows two way, real time data exchange with your existing systems instead of one way data pushes or CSV exports.
How do I migrate from GoCanvas to Appenate?
The Appenate team helps you migrate from GoCanvas, and your first forms are migrated for free. Customers describe the move as fast, and the AI Form Generator speeds up rebuilding existing forms because you can describe them in plain English. Most teams start by recreating one or two of their most used forms and then roll out the rest.
What training and support does Appenate include?
Appenate includes free one on one training and unlimited support at no extra cost, with a dedicated success partner. The Appenate team helps you build a proof of concept and migrates your first forms for free.