Plain

Web framework for Python.

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· Reviewed by David Mytton

What we like

Features are optional packages so they develop separately. Includes auth, email sending, ORM, caching, background tasks, admin UI. Supports frontend with Tailwind, HTMX, file based routing. Local dev with one command, tests, and built in tunnelling for sharing previews. Open source & similar to Django.

Tradeoffs

Not 1.0 yet, but most features are fully developed - some missing docs and full testing.

Is Plain a fit?

Based on Console’s review published on 2025-04-03. Summary updated .

Who it’s for

Developers familiar with Django should consider Plain

Why consider it

Plain simplifies local development with a single command

Keep in mind

Plain's version is not yet 1.0, with some missing documentation and testing

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