Last updated: 2026-10-15
More than 4.7 million apps have been built on Bubble, a no-code development platform for creating full-stack web and mobile applications with a visual editor. Unlike most no-code tools, Bubble bundles its own relational database, user authentication, and API management instead of requiring a separate backend service.
About Bubble
Founded in 2012, Bubble is a no-code development platform that lets non-technical founders and small teams build full-stack web and mobile applications through a visual, drag-and-drop editor instead of writing code. The company has raised $177 million in venture funding to date.
Bubble hosts, deploys, and scales the finished app itself, so there is no separate server or DevOps setup to manage. Its plugin marketplace connects to services like Stripe, Slack, Google, and Zapier, and a public beta native mobile builder lets the same project publish directly to the Apple App Store and Google Play alongside the web app.
Pricing
Free plan $0/month for development only (no live website). Prices below are the annual-billing rates shown on Bubble's pricing page; month-to-month billing costs more. Web: Starter $29/month, Growth $119/month, Team $349/month.
Web+Mobile: Starter $59/month, Growth $209/month, Team $549/month. Enterprise is custom. Workload units above the plan allowance can be added with a workload tier or paid as overages.
| Tier | Monthly price | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free (Development) | Free | 50,000 workload units/month, 500 AI credits/month, API connector, development version only (no live website), web debugger |
| Enterprise (Custom) | Free | Custom pricing. Unlimited AI credits, custom workload units, choice of hosting location, customizable server, dedicated support team, pay by invoice or ACH, SOC 2 report, SSO, custom status page |
| Starter (Web) | $29/mo | Billed annually. 175,000 workload units/month, 1,000 AI credits/month, live website with custom domain, 2 days of server logs, basic version control, basic security checks |
| Mobile (Native iOS/Android) | $42/mo | Mobile-only app store publishing, native iOS and Android builds, device feature access |
| Web+Mobile Starter | $59/mo | Billed annually. Web and native mobile on one backend and database, 175,000 workload units/month, 1,000 AI credits/month, 5 mobile build submissions/month, 3 live app versions, unlimited OTAs |
| Growth (Web) | $119/mo | Billed annually. 250,000 workload units/month, 2,000 AI credits/month, 14 days of server logs, 2 app editors, premium version control, two-factor authentication, advanced security checks |
| Web+Mobile Growth | $209/mo | Billed annually. 250,000 workload units/month, 2,000 AI credits/month, 10 mobile build submissions/month, 5 live app versions, unlimited OTAs, all Growth web features |
| Team (Web) | $349/mo | Billed annually. 500,000 workload units/month, 4,000 AI credits/month, 20 days of server logs, 5 app editors, 25 custom branches, sub apps, scheduled deployments, custom alerts |
| Web+Mobile Team | $549/mo | Billed annually. 500,000 workload units/month, 4,000 AI credits/month, 20 mobile build submissions/month, 8 live app versions, unlimited OTAs, all Team web features |
Feature Comparison by Tier
| Feature | Team (Web) | Growth (Web) | Starter (Web) | Free (Development) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live website with custom domain | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Workload units per month | 500,000 | 250,000 | 175,000 | 50,000 |
| AI credits per month | 4,000 | 2,000 | 1,000 | 500 |
| Server log retention | 20 days | 14 days | 2 days | — |
| App editors | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Two-factor authentication | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Custom branches and sub apps | ✓ | — | — | — |
Key Features
- Visual Drag-and-Drop Editor: Full-stack visual development environment combining frontend design, backend logic, and database management without code
- Built-in Database: Customizable relational database with data types, relationships, privacy rules, and real-time synchronization
- Advanced Workflows: Visual workflow builder for complex logic, conditionals, user actions, scheduled tasks, and multi-step automation
- Plugin Marketplace: Access to 6000+ plugins and integrations including Stripe, Slack, Google, SendGrid, Zapier, and custom APIs
- Native Mobile Apps: Native iOS and Android app builder (public beta) with App Store/Google Play publishing and device feature access
- AI App Builder: AI-powered scaffolding that generates app foundations from natural language descriptions with Claude Sonnet integration
Pros
- Fastest time-to-market for web applications and MVPs among no-code platforms
- Complete full-stack platform eliminates need for multiple tools or infrastructure management
- Supports complex business logic and workflows visually without coding
- A large plugin ecosystem covers most common integrations without custom code, saving setup time for popular services
- Active, helpful community with detailed documentation and Bubble Academy tutorials for every skill level
- Flexible pricing with free tier; costs scale with actual app usage (workload units)
- Native mobile app builder lets the same team ship iOS and Android apps without a separate codebase
- SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, and HIPAA-compliant infrastructure
Cons
- Steep learning curve for complex workflows and app architecture optimization
- Platform lock-in: no code export means costly migration if leaving platform
- Usage-based pricing (workload units) can become expensive as apps scale
- Performance limitations for real-time apps, graphics-intensive apps, or extreme scale
- Not suitable for ultra-low-latency applications or complex mathematical computations
- Native mobile support is still in beta with some features in progress
- Long-term dependence on a single vendor is a real risk for mission-critical apps if Bubble ever changes pricing or shuts down a feature you rely on
Data Handling
- Compliance
- SOC 2 Type II · GDPR · HIPAA-ready · ISO 27001 (AWS) · PCI Compliant
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do you pay for Bubble?
Bubble's free plan costs $0 a month for development only, with no live website. On annual billing, paid web plans cost $29 a month (Starter), $119 (Growth) and $349 (Team), while Web+Mobile plans cost $59, $209 and $549 a month. Month-to-month billing costs more, and Enterprise pricing is custom.
What do you get on Bubble's free tier?
The free Development plan includes 50,000 workload units and 500 AI credits a month, plus the API connector and web debugger. Live deployment is the missing piece: it is a plan for building and testing, not for running an app your users can reach.
What are Bubble's closest competitors?
Popular Bubble alternatives include Adalo for teams that want a simpler, mobile-only app builder, WeWeb for developers who want a no-code frontend they can still export as real code, and OutSystems for large companies that need enterprise-grade governance and support. Each trades away some of Bubble's all-in-one database and workflow depth for a narrower focus.
What separates Bubble from Adalo?
Bubble and Adalo are both AI-assisted no-code app builders, but Bubble adds a full relational database and API connector that Adalo's simpler builder doesn't match, at the cost of a steeper learning curve. Adalo's paid plans top out at $250/month, well under Bubble's Web+Mobile ceiling, so Adalo is the cheaper pick if your app doesn't need Bubble's backend depth.
How do you set up Bubble?
Start on the free Development plan, which asks for no card, and use the visual editor to place elements on a page before wiring workflows for the logic. Bubble Academy's video courses and the community forum both walk beginners through a first working app. Upgrading to a paid plan is what takes it live, and that can happen at any point.
Top Alternatives
- WeWeb: Choose WeWeb when you want a visual frontend that can export code and plug into a backend you already run.
- Adalo: Pick Adalo if the product is a simple mobile app and a flat, predictable bill matters more than backend depth.
- OutSystems: Choose OutSystems when procurement needs enterprise governance, audit trails and a vendor support contract.
Hokai guides that mention Bubble
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- Blink vs Chattee: Which Should You Use in 2026?: Blink vs Chattee checked 7 Nov 2026: Blink exports code from $25 ($13 yearly), Chattee from 19 euros with no free build. Blink now names its US data location.
- How to Build an AI-Powered App Without Being a Developer: Real October 2026 prices for Lovable, Replit, v0, n8n and Bubble, what free plans allow, and the database security check many first-time founders skip.