Lovable
Retool
| Feature | Lovable | Retool |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From $20/mo | Free / from $10/mo |
| Free Plan | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Best For | non-technical-founders, mvp-builders, solopreneurs, product-managers | engineering-teams, operations, startups, enterprise |
| Founded | 2023 | 2017 |
| Full Stack Apps | ✓ | ✗ |
| Supabase Backend | ✓ | ✗ |
| Auth | ✓ | ✗ |
| Github Sync | ✓ | ✗ |
| Custom Domains | ✓ | ✗ |
| Responsive Design | ✓ | ✗ |
| Api Integration | ✓ | ✗ |
| Drag And Drop | ✗ | ✓ |
| Data Connectors | ✗ | ✓ |
| Custom Code | ✗ | ✓ |
| Workflows | ✗ | ✓ |
| Permissions | ✗ | ✓ |
| Mobile 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
✓ Retool Pros
- Fast development
- Many integrations
- Pre-built components
- Good for internal tools
✗ Retool Cons
- Not for customer-facing apps
- Vendor lock-in
- Expensive at scale
The Verdict
Lovable is built for non technical founders and mvp builders, with a focus on full-stack-apps and supabase-backend. Retool targets engineering teams and operations and leads with drag-and-drop and data-connectors.
On pricing, Retool is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $10/mo compared to $20/mo for Lovable. That $10/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Retool 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.
Feature-wise, Lovable offers broader built-in capabilities (7 features vs 6), while Retool 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.