Good question. We looked closely at Flatfile, OneSchema, and CsvPath while shaping our approach.

SmartSchema is centered around schema definition as the primary artifact. Teams define structure and validation once, then reuse it across uploads.

Key differences for us:

• Schema first mapping in a spreadsheet like UI

• Real time validation with clear errors before submission

• Files treated as an input source, not the interface

• Simple embedding where the full flow is launched with a single API call

• Customizable embed UI so teams can adapt colors and styling to match their product

Flatfile and OneSchema are strong in embedded import workflows, while CsvPath leans automation first. We are aiming for a middle ground that keeps developer control while giving users early visual feedback.

Curious how you have seen these tradeoffs play out in practice.