8 open-source low-code platforms worth a star in 2026 — picked by what you actually need

If you want an open-source low-code platform you can self-host, read the source of, and not get locked into, there's no shortage of options — but they differ wildly in kind, and picking the wrong category wastes weeks. Here's a roundup of the open-source (and China-origin but globally usable) low-code projects still active in 2026, grouped by what you're trying to build. Each has a repo link — if one fits, go star it and support the maintainers.

Star counts are approximate and drift over time — treat them as a heat signal, not a scoreboard.

1. Java enterprise (big ecosystem, fast ramp)

JeecgBoot — ~36k+ ⭐

Low-code + no-code dual engine, very active community. Admin panels, MIS, OA, ERP, AI knowledge bases — a go-to for Java teams.