Bolt.new
Stackby
| Feature | Bolt.new | Stackby |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / from $20/mo | Free / from $5/mo |
| Free Plan | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Best For | non-developers, prototypers, startups, mvp-builders | small-businesses, solopreneurs, budget-conscious-teams, non-technical-users |
| Founded | 2024 | 2019 |
| Full Stack Generation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Browser Runtime | ✓ | ✗ |
| Multi Framework | ✓ | ✗ |
| Deployment | ✓ | ✗ |
| Npm Packages | ✓ | ✗ |
| File Editing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Preview | ✓ | ✗ |
| Api Columns | ✗ | ✓ |
| Column Types | ✗ | ✓ |
| Views | ✗ | ✓ |
| Forms | ✗ | ✓ |
| Automations | ✗ | ✓ |
| Pre Built Templates | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ 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
✓ Stackby Pros
- Very affordable pricing
- API column type for live data
- Pre-built templates for common use cases
- Good Airtable alternative
✗ Stackby Cons
- Smaller user community
- UI less polished than competitors
- Limited automation capabilities
The Verdict
Bolt.new is built for non developers and prototypers, with a focus on full-stack-generation and browser-runtime. Stackby targets small businesses and solopreneurs and leads with api-columns and column-types.
On pricing, Stackby is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $5/mo compared to $20/mo for Bolt.new. That $15/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.
Feature-wise, Bolt.new offers broader built-in capabilities (7 features vs 6), while Stackby takes a more focused approach — which can mean a simpler, faster onboarding experience.
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.