Can you help me pick a website builder that also handles forms, workflows, and a database?

Yes — if you want website building + forms + workflows + a database in one place, you’re basically looking for a no-code / low-code app platform rather than a basic website builder.

Best fits to look at

1) Bubble

Best for: custom web apps, portals, internal tools, and websites with logic

• Built-in database
• Forms and workflow automation
• Full visual app builder
• Good for complex user interactions
• Can handle memberships, dashboards, approvals, CRUD apps

Tradeoff: steeper learning curve than simple website builders

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2) Wix Studio / Wix

Best for: marketing websites with moderate app-like features

• Website builder with forms
• Built-in database via Wix CMS
• Automation/workflows available
• Easier to learn than Bubble
• Good for small business sites, bookings, lead capture, member areas

Tradeoff: less flexible for complex custom app logic

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3) Airtable + Softr or Glide

Best for: simple database-driven sites and internal tools

• Airtable acts as the database
• Softr/Glide handles the front end
• Forms and basic workflows/integrations
• Fast to set up

Tradeoff: workflows and customization are more limited than Bubble

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4) Webflow + Make/Zapier + Airtable

Best for: polished websites with backend integrations

• Excellent design control
• Forms built in
• Use Airtable for database
• Use Make/Zapier for workflows

Tradeoff: not truly all-in-one; backend setup is fragmented

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Quick recommendation by use case

• Need the most all-in-one power? → Bubble
• Need a traditional website with some database/workflow features? → Wix
• Need a fast simple database site/internal tool? → Softr or Glide
• Need top-tier design and don’t mind integrations? → Webflow + Airtable + Zapier/Make

My short answer

If you want one platform that really does all three well, I’d start with Bubble.
If you want easier website building with enough forms/database automation for a small business, start with Wix.

If you want, I can also give you:

1. a comparison table,
2. the best choice for your exact use case, or
3. a budget-based recommendation.