Bolt.new
Bubble
| Feature | Bolt.new | Bubble |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / from $20/mo | Free / from $32/mo |
| Free Plan | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Best For | non-developers, prototypers, startups, mvp-builders | non-technical-founders, startups, mvp-builders, agencies, solopreneurs |
| Founded | 2024 | 2012 |
| Full Stack Generation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Browser Runtime | ✓ | ✗ |
| Multi Framework | ✓ | ✗ |
| Deployment | ✓ | ✗ |
| Npm Packages | ✓ | ✗ |
| File Editing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Preview | ✓ | ✗ |
| Visual Editor | ✗ | ✓ |
| Database | ✗ | ✓ |
| Workflows | ✗ | ✓ |
| Api Connector | ✗ | ✓ |
| User Auth | ✗ | ✓ |
| Responsive Design | ✗ | ✓ |
| Plugins | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Bolt.new Pros
- Builds entire apps from a single prompt
- Runs code in browser (WebContainers)
- Supports multiple frameworks (React, Vue, Svelte)
- One-click deployment
✗ Bolt.new Cons
- Complex apps require heavy iteration
- Limited backend capabilities
- Can struggle with databases and auth
✓ Bubble Pros
- Can build genuinely complex applications
- Built-in database and user authentication
- Marketplace of plugins and templates
- API connector for any external service
✗ Bubble Cons
- Steep learning curve for no-code
- Performance can be slow at scale
- Vendor lock-in — hard to migrate away
The Verdict
Bolt.new is built for non developers and prototypers, with a focus on full-stack-generation and browser-runtime. Bubble targets non technical founders and startups and leads with visual-editor and database.
On pricing, Bolt.new is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $20/mo compared to $32/mo for Bubble. That $12/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Both offer free plans, so you can test each with your real workflow before committing to a subscription.
Both tools are a solid fit for startups, mvp builders — 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.