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The editors liked
Very easy to use. Many themes to choose from. Spotlight style searching without most of the foibles.
The editors didn't like
Frustratingly limited form customization. Lackluster printing options.
Abstract: In Japan, a bento or bento box is a lacquered box with a number of compartments inside for rice, fish or meat, and vegetables. Commonly used as lunch boxes, Bento are also sold at convenient stores and train stations. FileMaker named its new database p...
Very easy to use. Many themes to choose from. Spotlight style searching without most of the foibles.
Frustratingly limited form customization. Lackluster printing options.
Bento is a product for individuals with basic data management needs. If simplicity eclipses flexibility among your needs, it may be just what you’re looking for. While we see some excellent potential in Bento, we hope FileMaker will loosen the reins...
Abstract: We pined for a portable companion to Bento 2 in our review and here it is. It can sync to a single Mac (after installing a free update) or be used on its own. Libraries can be built from scratch or based on templates. Theyre displayed as lists like th...
Easy to use, links with Address Book and iCal, drag and drop, cheap
Probably could replicate elements in various programs
If youre one of these people that have created a series of spreadsheets or scraps of paper to manage your life then Bento will probably help you no end
Easy to set up and use, powerful database management, excellent price
Only compatible with OS X 10.5 (Leopard)
If you’ve had any issues managing your personal data – from club membership to business contacts – Bento provides the answers, and at £29 is something of a no-brainer. Its ultra-friendly interface means it really is a database tool that...
Simple to useLooks great, Integration with Address Book and iCal, Easy to build attractive forms, Very good value
No integration with Mail
Against all our prejudices, FileMaker has debuted a phenomenal consumer-focused app. FileMaker is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Apple, so you’d hope its baby database would look good but its position doesn’t afford it any preferential treatment...
Abstract: Despite the gap left by AppleWorks, neither iWork nor Office provides a database component. FileMaker has recognised that its own database is overkill for home users and some small businesses, so Bento aims to let anyone organise data in a simple, effe...
