Adalo
Lovable
| Feature | Adalo | Lovable |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / from $45/mo | From $20/mo |
| Free Plan | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rating | 4 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Best For | entrepreneurs, small-businesses, mvp-builders, non-technical-founders | non-technical-founders, mvp-builders, solopreneurs, product-managers |
| Founded | 2018 | 2023 |
| Drag And Drop Builder | ✓ | ✗ |
| Native Apps | ✓ | ✗ |
| Database | ✓ | ✗ |
| User Auth | ✓ | ✗ |
| Push Notifications | ✓ | ✗ |
| Custom Actions | ✓ | ✗ |
| Marketplace Components | ✓ | ✗ |
| Full Stack Apps | ✗ | ✓ |
| Supabase Backend | ✗ | ✓ |
| Auth | ✗ | ✓ |
| Github Sync | ✗ | ✓ |
| Custom Domains | ✗ | ✓ |
| Responsive Design | ✗ | ✓ |
| Api Integration | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Adalo Pros
- Publish native iOS and Android apps from one codebase
- Intuitive drag-and-drop app builder
- Built-in database and user authentication
- Component marketplace for extended functionality
✗ Adalo Cons
- Performance can be slow for complex apps
- Limited customization compared to code-based solutions
- Scaling limitations for high-traffic apps
✓ Lovable Pros
- Full-stack apps with auth and database
- Supabase integration built-in
- GitHub sync for version control
- Beautiful default UI with shadcn
✗ Lovable Cons
- No free tier available
- Can struggle with complex business logic
- Limited customization for advanced developers
The Verdict
Adalo is built for entrepreneurs and small businesses, with a focus on drag-and-drop-builder and native-apps. Lovable targets non technical founders and mvp builders and leads with full-stack-apps and supabase-backend.
On pricing, Lovable is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $20/mo compared to $45/mo for Adalo. That $25/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Adalo has a free plan, which gives it a meaningful edge for individuals and small teams exploring their options. Lovable requires a paid subscription from day one.
Both tools are a solid fit for mvp builders, non technical founders — in those cases, the decision often comes down to workflow style and how your team prefers to organize work.
This is a genuinely close comparison. If you can, sign up for both free trials (where available) and run a one-week test with your actual team tasks before deciding.