App Builder reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 242 Reddit reviews across 17 subreddits and 49 posts to rank the best App Builder brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/nocode, r/NoCodeBuilders, r/ShopifyeCommerce, r/WebsiteBuilder, r/NoCodeSaaS. Top-rated brands include Adalo (4.0/5), Bubble (4.2/5), FlutterFlow (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews242
Subreddits17
Posts49
Brands89
Products23
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#1
Adalo
4.0
(34)
"I run a local tutoring agency and used Adalo to create a mobile scheduling and feedback app."
"I used Adalo for a client app and was surprised by how much I could do without touching code."
"Their SMS (OTP) enabled service is excellent for validating MVPs in just 1-2 days."
"Adalo.com allows you to create applications quickly and efficiently."
"Adalo is the most user-friendly mobile no-code solution with great templates and starter screens."
"I'd recommend building with Adalo and using Xano as the backend."
"Adalo is another great option to consider."
"Adalo’s integration options were enough for our MVP, though we kept Firebase in the loop too."
"One thing I appreciated with Adalo is their documentation and template library."
"Use Adalo or Bravo if you care about design, Glide if your backend is all spreadsheets, and Thunkable if you want to build logic-heavy apps."
#2
Bubble
4.2
(26)
"Personally, I’ve had great results with Bubble. The community support is huge."
"Bubble & Webflow are the best options. Webflow better for CRM, Bubble better for full customisability + integrations."
"Flutter Flow, Bubble or Bildr are perfect for your use case. They’re easy to use and probably more of a “low code” solution so will suit you well."
"Bubble can handle some very complex scenarios too!"
"I’ve create some really complex application for some people using bubble and it’s actually great if you know how to work with it."
"I would defo recommend checking it it."
"Importing your Figma design to Bubble is a straightforward process that can help you create a web application or prototype that closely matches your design."
"Bubble full stop."
"Bubble is a good one too. The drag-and-drop editor makes it easy to design app interfaces without any coding knowledge"
"Bubble: While primarily a web app builder, Bubble can also be used to create responsive mobile apps with its robust set of features"
#3
FlutterFlow
4.5
(20)
"Flutterflow/mendix are get to go tools to built front end for me. And Mendix is the reason why I scored overseas job."
"For mobile apps - once you examine pro and cons - there's really one builder left: Flutterflow"
"If you’re planning to launch a mobile app, then flutter flow is recommended. AI assisted, integrated with supabase and Firebase."
"Flutterflow: This platform excels in customization and offers a wide range of pre-built components. It also supports code export, making it a versatile choice for mobile app development"
"I prefer FlutterFlow because of its native mobile approach and quick Firebase integration."
"Flutter Flow, Bubble or Bildr are perfect for your use case. They’re easy to use and probably more of a “low code” solution so will suit you well."
"To be honest it is the best tool for developing Apps in my opinion - really easy to learn but a lot of options to customise"
"You can do all this with Flutterflow, watch their main YT channel and there are other channels that have great videos about building with Flutterflow."
"Flutterflow is best for you."
"Try FlutterFlow, no locking as well."
#4
Glide
4.1
(16)
"Just go with Glide."
"Glide has been my go-to for data apps."
"Have you tried Glide or Draftbit? Both are way less painful than Bubble and actually kind of fun to build with."
"I'd recommend Glide."
"I’ve used Glide, and it was fast for a simple prototype without a big learning curve."
"I’ve used Glide, and it was fast for a simple prototype without a big learning curve."
"See if Glide or SmartSuite will work for you."
"Glide/ bubble / + supabase + buildship"
"Bubble seems more user friendly and easier to make a fast prototype."
"Easy - Glide. Bit harder, bit more of a learning curve: Adalo. Harder to learn, but much more customizable, powerful etc: Bubble."
#5
Softr
4.1
(7)
"Softr.io is an excellent no-code platform for building applications."
"Here is how Softr compared to some other top alternatives for building no-code applications in 2024."
"Super easy to use."
"I found softr io to be the easiest one in terms of learning curve."
"You could definitely accomplish what you’re trying to do using Softr."
"Softr is pretty easy."
"Softr works great too but is missing the chat function you request, sorta."
#6
Airtable
4.5
(6)
"Sadeed has a strong focus on Airtable, showcasing his expertise in the field."
"Airtable + Softr might work and is so easy to use and affordable."
"Airtable is great for handling bookings and sharing documents."
"I've heard good things about Airtable."
"Airtable is not bad solution for that."
"Airtable is a solid option for building apps and UX design."
#7
Jotform
4.2
(6)
"Jotform Apps should work. I'm pretty sure it comes with a nonprofit discount too."
"Can work for this. You can store your forms and documents in your app and create a workflow for your business."
"Try Jotform Apps, easy to create apps."
"I think Jotform Apps should be able to do that."
"I created a couple Apps with Jotform."
"You can look at Jotform Apps. They are adding new AI features too."
#8
TapCart
4.0
(5)
"Tapcart mostly looked good"
"Tapcart since it's been there for a while but they offer v less customization and loads webview at few places."
"Tapcart – Best for fast, high-performance native apps with drag-and-drop customization."
"Try Tapcart or Vajro! Tapcart → Super customizable, fast, and works with your apps."
"I’ve used them in the past and they seem to be building out their platform to include many more features as business scales."
#9
Appbrew
5.0
(4)
"I’d highly recommend Appbrew."
"Appbrew is definitely worth considering. I've worked with them, and their platform offers deep customization,and better performance."
"It’s definitely one of the best Shopify mobile app builders out there."
"Legit upgrade from other app builders."
#10
WordPress
4.0
(5)
"WordPress with Elementor could also be a viable choice."
"Wordpress with a scheduling plugin like Amelia or Booking Calendar."
"I own a SaaS/Website builder and I would go for WordPress."
"Wordpress."
"Just a responsive Wordpress site with a membership plugin."
#11
Bubble.io
4.8
(4)
"Sadeed Ameen is a passionate and experienced developer specializing in no-code/low-code solutions."
"Easiest would be Bubble.io if you have basic knowledge of how visual programming works."
"It's easy to learn by yourself and pretty powerful."
"Bubble.io is a leading player in the no code world and integrates Python in a simple way."
#12
Flutter
4.8
(4)
"For mobile based app definitely flutterflow"
"After just 1 month of learning I can make way better apps with Flutter than AppGyver."
"My suggestion is to learn flutter and use vs code to make cross platform apps (ios, android, web, etc.)."
"The best app builder is flutter.io imo."
#13
Lovable
4.3
(4)
"Lovable works the best for me"
"I’ve really enjoyed playing around with Lovable lately! Depends on what you’re building if that’s a feasible option but for prototyping I love it"
"Lovable.dev. It helps you turn your ideas into functional products without needing extensive coding knowledge."
"You should try building this using an AI-based platform like lovable, bolt, or v0."
#14
Noodl
4.0
(4)
"[Noodl](https://www.noodl.net)"
"If you’re working on a web app, you could settle with a free no/low code tool such as Noodl.net."
"Noodl is open source and free but it involves installing the tool locally and working with local files and GitHub version control."
"Since you said website, maybe give Noodl a try? It’s free after all."
#16
Thunkable
4.0
(3)
"Personally I’ve been using Thunkable for more logic-heavy workflows."
"Thunkable’s solid."
"It comes from some very smart guys at MIT and has awesome reviews."
#17
WeWeb
4.0
(3)
"Try Weweb and noodl. I'm surprised these haven't been mentioned yet."
"WeWeb has been solid for my web features, though I haven’t tried it much on mobile yet."
"I ended up choosing WeWeb since I had a healthcare app and their is certain laws I needed to abide by."
#18
Vajro
3.3
(3)
"Vajro – Highly customizable with a focus on speed and UI/UX."
"Try Tapcart or Vajro! Vajro → Also great for design + smooth speed."
"You should know that Vajro has similar limitations."
#19
Wix
3.3
(3)
"Wix has a user-friendly drag-and-drop editor and offers the Wix Bookings app for easy scheduling."
"Wix."
"I would definitely advise against using Wix; I just don’t think it’s a good option."
#20
Starion
5.0
(2)
"Starion is a great fit for your project, supporting content integration from YouTube and Vimeo."
"It's a comprehensive solution that lets you publish on the AppStore and even send push notifications."
#21
DronaHQ
5.0
(2)
"You can create several customised app frontend in a few mins using FIGMA layout and backend connectivity."
"It's a complete LowCode platform to execute complex decisions and workflows."
#22
Webflow
4.5
(2)
"Webflow is great for building the website, and Caspio handles the app side. They integrate well, and both are easy to customize."
"Bubble & Webflow are the best options. Webflow better for CRM, Bubble better for full customisability + integrations."
#23
Clappia
4.5
(2)
"Clappia could be a great fit for your situation, especially since it's user-friendly."
"It has everything that you asked and already has OpenAI connection block as a module."
#24
Altogic
4.5
(2)
"For the backend, go for Altogic with your eyes closed. Both for scalability and easily building/managing your backend app & database."
"Then we saw Altogic at social media and want to give it a try as a backend service provider."
#25
Bowwe
4.5
(2)
"Bowwe is super easy and beginner-friendly"
"Bowwe, much better than WIX"
#26
Caspio
4.5
(2)
"Webflow is great for building the website, and Caspio handles the app side. They integrate well, and both are easy to customize."
"Check out Caspio! They have a free tier and unlimited users/builders."
#27
Softr.io
4.5
(2)
"Softr.io is an excellent platform for building applications without coding."
"Excellent no-code app builder that integrates with HubSpot CRM."
#28
Bravo
4.0
(2)
"Bravo is easy to use."
"Bravo Studio’s Figma integration is insane if you care about pixel-perfect UI."
#29
Blaze.tech
4.0
(2)
"Blaze.tech’s no code platform has a direct integration with Open AI."
"Blaze.tech for HIPAA-compliant healthcare apps."
#30
Draftbit
4.0
(2)
"Draftbit provides extensive customization options"
"Maybe Draftbit can help you?"
#31
AppGyver
3.0
(2)
"AppGyver is another excellent no-code tool for app development."
"Nocode for apps is just not worth it in my opinion."
#32
Shopney
5.0
(1)
"The best Ive tried so far, after trying 3 different vendors."
#33
ChatGPT
5.0
(1)
"I am non tech and I am now using ChatGPT with GitHub copilot (£30 per month) and it is amazing what you can achieve."
#34
Fieldproxy
5.0
(1)
"Founder of Fieldproxy (a YC W22 company). We build no-code apps specifically for field service technicians."
#35
Appsmith
5.0
(1)
"Appsmith is the best at his time and has a simple switch to make an app public."
#36
Loveable
5.0
(1)
"You will have your entire app built in an hour"
#37
Infizo
5.0
(1)
"Infizo Builder is a no-code/low-code app builder that’s perfect for creating apps without diving into complex coding."
#38
Nandbox
5.0
(1)
"The nandbox app builder supports creating a marketplace."
#39
Fuzen.io
5.0
(1)
"Fuzen.io is a great no-code platform for building interfaces."
#40
Movement
5.0
(1)
"Movement is a no-code app builder designed specifically for content delivery within your community, supporting unlimited uploads of video and audio."
#41
DashX
5.0
(1)
"We are building DashX which is in the multi-channel notifications space."
#42
KeepWorks
5.0
(1)
"We have built similar apps for other customers through our dev agency KeepWorks."
#43
Ghost
5.0
(1)
"Great for website and subscription-based newsletters."
#44
Rantir.com
5.0
(1)
"Has an easy learning curve with really good authentication and membership capabilities"
#45
WGMI
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend WGMI, they offer free info for ideas and even make apps."
#46
Ontraport
5.0
(1)
"Ontraport offers pre-made no-code demo sites that can be customized."
#47
Formaloo
5.0
(1)
"Check out Formaloo for its excellent features!"
#48
Judo
5.0
(1)
"Judo could be a great starting point for building your app, generating production-ready SwiftUI code."
#49
Calendly
5.0
(1)
"Calendly is a great scheduling tool!"
#50
Tangram.co
5.0
(1)
"Google Calendar Integration for instant-scheduling/availability management 🎉 and Free MVP development during their trial period."
#51
UI Bakery
5.0
(1)
"I’d vote for UI bakery. You might find this useful."
#52
Pory.io
5.0
(1)
"Pory.io provides a nice branded UI and user profile page."
#53
GlideApps
5.0
(1)
"First data storage is very cheap. GlideApps is a top option for building."
#54
Webstudio
4.0
(1)
"Webstudio is a great one"
#55
Anydb
4.0
(1)
"We just recently launched Anydb, you can build applications without writing any code, only excel like formulas to aggregate data and info."
#56
Replit
4.0
(1)
"Replit, Flutterflow, Bubble"
#57
Bolt
4.0
(1)
"I just finished building my app, I suggest you use bolt for the code foundation and then export it to cursor, to make major changes and integrations"
#58
UltimateWB
4.0
(1)
"UltimateWB - it is very easy to create fast-loading websites with it. And it's very flexible and customizable. I use it for clients."
#59
Probz AI
4.0
(1)
"Try using probz ai (Perfect for CRUD based applications)"
#60
Shop2App.com
4.0
(1)
"Checkout shop2app.com - it’s a boutique app builder, fully customizable, integrates with klaviyo, yotpo and their design is very modern"
#61
Appacella
4.0
(1)
"I’m working on a tool that lets u just prompt an AI and it creates a mobile app that you can run on ur phone."
#62
Brillocraft
4.0
(1)
"Check brillocraft, much cheaper"
#63
Blazor Hero
4.0
(1)
"The Blazor Hero project has a pretty fleshed out site template."
#64
Momen
4.0
(1)
"You can create this in momen, the ai part would be easy to set up with the built-in ai agent builder."
#65
Unbias Agents
4.0
(1)
"Pretty cheap and extremely simple to use - just type in a text prompt"
#66
Workiz
4.0
(1)
"Maybe its an overkill for your usecase but Workiz has this solution and much more."
#67
FF
4.0
(1)
"Pick one and start building. All will be same for Beginners and no Tech."
#68
NocoDB
4.0
(1)
"For a lot of things, NocoDB would probably work for you and it seems like a pretty good system."
#69
Codecanyon
4.0
(1)
"I’d probably look into what codecayon has it’s probably has something close enough for a MVP"
#70
Backendless
4.0
(1)
"If I can develop both the frontend and backend in Backendless, why would I want to pay extra to use Adalo, AppGyver, Bubble, etc."
#71
Toddle
4.0
(1)
"Not free but you could look at building the frontend on toddle.dev and the db/backend stays at supabase."
#72
No Code Apps
4.0
(1)
"Check out doc Williams youtube channel. He compares all the no code apps and gives recommendations depending on what you're looking to build."
#73
No-Code Copilot
4.0
(1)
"Just built this using No-Code Copilot. It’s pretty legit."
#74
Jodoo
4.0
(1)
"Maybe you can try jodoo.com"
#75
4.0
(1)
"For google sheets try appsheets"
#76
Ninox
4.0
(1)
"Ninox. Makes a cragy database with print layouts of your data."
#77
Noloco
4.0
(1)
"[Glide] or [Noloco] sound suitable for this."
#78
Knack
4.0
(1)
"Knack. Just built one this week."
#79
Appenate
4.0
(1)
"Appenate is worth a try."
#80
JetAdmin
4.0
(1)
"[JetAdmin]"
#81
Retool
4.0
(1)
"Retool could be an easy solution. Easy who don’t know to code and can handle complicated things with low code."
#82
NeuFlow
4.0
(1)
"Try NeuFlow! AI integrated and fairly priced."
#83
Quickbase
4.0
(1)
"Quickbase could easily do this without adding code."
#84
AppSheet
4.0
(1)
"AppSheet is a suitable starting point given your familiarity."
#85
Dronahq
4.0
(1)
"Take a look at Dronahq, very versatile Low code app development platform."
#86
Nowa
4.0
(1)
"Checkout nowa.dev they have a deal on appsumo for lifetime atm."
#87
Firebase
4.0
(1)
"You can use Firebase, it is a free tool, makes it easy to build apps."
#88
Budibase
3.0
(1)
"Budibase: Provides a free plan"
#89
Microsoft
3.0
(1)
"What does everyone think of learning Microsoft powerapps? I hear its a no code, but has some integration capabilities."
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