kintone

kintone is a Japanese no-code business application platform operated by Cybozu, Inc., headquartered in Chuo, Tokyo, Japan since Cybozu founded 1997; kintone launched 2011. Ownership sits with Public — Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime (ticker 4776). The product competes in the Productivity category with a tier ladder built around Lite / Standard / Cybozu.com Bundle (Japan), anchored at Standard (USD 24/user/month (5-user minimum)). This 2026 review summarizes the operator, tiers, headline features and what changed in 2025-2026 so subscribers can evaluate fit before committing.

Quick facts

• Operator: Cybozu, Inc.
• Headquarters: Chuo, Tokyo, Japan
• Founded: Cybozu founded 1997; kintone launched 2011
• Ownership: Public — Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime (ticker 4776)
• Service category: Productivity
• Tier ladder (2026): Lite / Standard / Cybozu.com Bundle (Japan)
• Anchor price reference: Standard at USD 24/user/month (5-user minimum)
• 2025-2026 differentiator: kintone is Japan's leading no-code business platform with 30,000+ Japanese enterprise customers; the 2024-2025 US expansion under Cybozu US Corp positioned kintone as a Salesforce-Platform alternative in mid-market, distinguishing it from Notion or Airtable's content-first positioning.

What is kintone?

kintone is a Japanese no-code business application platform. Founded in Cybozu founded 1997; kintone launched 2011 and run by Cybozu, Inc. out of Chuo, Tokyo, Japan, the service targets customers who want no-code custom business apps (CRM, project tracking, expense, asset, etc.) combined with drag-and-drop form builder and process automation. Distribution runs through the operator's website, mobile apps and supported partner channels in the markets served by Cybozu, Inc.. The 2025-2026 product emphasis is captured by one specific change: kintone is Japan's leading no-code business platform with 30,000+ Japanese enterprise customers; the 2024-2025 US expansion under Cybozu US Corp positioned kintone as a Salesforce-Platform alternative in mid-market, distinguishing it from Notion or Airtable's content-first positioning.

Why choose kintone

Operator credibility and roadmap

Cybozu, Inc. is the consistent thread that ties pricing, customer support and product roadmap together. Ownership (Public — Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime (ticker 4776)) and the Chuo, Tokyo, Japan operations base set the regulatory and tax context for the offering. For Productivity buyers, an identifiable operator with a credible 2025-2026 roadmap matters more than a generic feature list — and kintone clears that bar.

Plan structure and ecosystem

The tier ladder is built around: Lite / Standard / Cybozu.com Bundle (Japan). Anchor pricing — Standard at USD 24/user/month (5-user minimum) — sets the reference point. Confirm live regional prices on the operator's site and consult Subger's true-price tracker for kintone for the actual all-in renewal cost after taxes, FX and any post-promotional step-ups.

Feature depth and integrations

Beyond the headline tier ladder, the operator's investment in team threads and @mentions inside records and API and webhook integration with third-party tools is what keeps the subscription competitive in 2026. Specifically: kintone is Japan's leading no-code business platform with 30,000+ Japanese enterprise customers; the 2024-2025 US expansion under Cybozu US Corp positioned kintone as a Salesforce-Platform alternative in mid-market, distinguishing it from Notion or Airtable's content-first positioning.

kintone features that matter in 2026

Highlights of the current feature set:

• no-code custom business apps (CRM, project tracking, expense, asset, etc.)
• drag-and-drop form builder and process automation
• team threads and @mentions inside records
• API and webhook integration with third-party tools
• 300+ pre-built app templates in the kintone marketplace
• Japanese, English and Chinese language interfaces

The most material 2025-2026 change for buyers: kintone is Japan's leading no-code business platform with 30,000+ Japanese enterprise customers; the 2024-2025 US expansion under Cybozu US Corp positioned kintone as a Salesforce-Platform alternative in mid-market, distinguishing it from Notion or Airtable's content-first positioning.

kintone pricing in 2026

The anchor reference for 2026 is Standard at USD 24/user/month (5-user minimum). The full tier comparison:

Subger pairs the public price with the actual all-in cost (taxes, FX conversion, and promotional first-period anchors that may step up at renewal):

kintone apps and platform support

Who kintone fits

kintone is a good match for the following buyers:

• The Japanese no-code business application platform subscriber who wants no-code custom business apps (CRM, project tracking, expense, asset, etc.) delivered by an identified operator (Cybozu, Inc.) rather than a generic global aggregator.
• The mainstream household weighing the Standard tier at USD 24/user/month (5-user minimum) and willing to pay for drag-and-drop form builder and process automation.
• The 2026 buyer who specifically wants the operator's most recent product investment: kintone is Japan's leading no-code business platform with 30,000+ Japanese enterprise customers; the 2024-2025 US expansion under Cybozu US Corp positioned kintone as a Salesforce-Platform alternative in mid-market, distinguishing it from Notion or Airtable's content-first positioning.
• The cross-device user who needs the surfaces listed in the platform table above plus a credible upgrade path as new devices are added.
• The price-sensitive shopper who wants to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to annual billing.

Frequently asked questions

What is kintone and who operates it?

kintone is a Japanese no-code business application platform operated by Cybozu, Inc., headquartered in Chuo, Tokyo, Japan. Ownership: Public — Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime (ticker 4776). The product was founded in Cybozu founded 1997; kintone launched 2011 and reaches customers through the operator's website, mobile apps and (where applicable) retail or partner channels.

How much does kintone cost in 2026?

The current tier ladder is: Lite, Standard, Cybozu.com Bundle (Japan). The anchor price reference is Standard at USD 24/user/month (5-user minimum). Local currency, taxes and promotional first-period anchors can change these numbers — confirm the live price on the operator's site before committing.

Is there a free tier or trial for kintone?

There is no perpetual free consumer tier listed publicly. Promotional first-period offers and free signup bonuses are periodically available — check the operator's site for current offers.

Where is kintone available?

Availability follows the operator's regulatory and distribution footprint. kintone primarily serves customers in the markets covered by Cybozu, Inc., with the home base in Chuo, Tokyo, Japan. Use a payment method and account address registered in a supported region.

What sets kintone apart in 2026?

kintone is Japan's leading no-code business platform with 30,000+ Japanese enterprise customers; the 2024-2025 US expansion under Cybozu US Corp positioned kintone as a Salesforce-Platform alternative in mid-market, distinguishing it from Notion or Airtable's content-first positioning.

Which devices and platforms does kintone support?

Platform coverage is summarized in the surface table above. The recommended primary surfaces are the operator's mobile and web apps; older devices may receive feature-parity updates on a delayed schedule.

How do I cancel kintone?

Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan — the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled accounts. Subger's cancellation guide walks through each route.

Does kintone offer a family or multi-user plan?

Family or multi-account structures depend on the tier. Premium and bundle tiers commonly add multi-profile or multi-seat support; entry tiers may restrict simultaneous use. Confirm the per-tier seat or device limit on the live pricing page.

Is kintone worth it compared with category alternatives?

Value depends on three factors: the specific feature mix you'll use (see the feature list above), the local price after taxes and FX (Subger's true-price tracker reconciles the headline price with the actual all-in renewal), and the credibility of the 2025-2026 product roadmap. kintone screens well when those three align.

How can I track price changes for kintone?

Subger's renewal tracker for kintone records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discounts and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with kintone

Confirm the current regional price on Cybozu, Inc.'s site, choose the tier that matches your usage (Lite and Standard are the common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for kintone for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

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