Firebase Studio
Google's cloud IDE with Gemini and an App Prototyping agent, closed to new users since June 2026 and shutting down in March 2027.
- Free plan
- Agentic tool
- Mixed sources
- Verified 13 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this profile
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What is Firebase Studio?
Firebase Studio, formerly Project IDX, is Google's cloud development environment with Gemini assistance and an App Prototyping agent that builds Next.js apps and deploys them to Firebase. Google announced its sunset in March 2026, disabled new sign-ups and workspaces on 22 June 2026 and will shut it down on 22 March 2027.
- Best forExisting users exporting projects
- PricingFree workspaces (closed to new users); Firebase services billed as used. Free plan available.
- Main limitationNo new sign-ups or workspaces since 22 June 2026.
- AlternativesGoogle Antigravity · Replit Agent · Bolt.new · compare all
Firebase Studio overview: who it is for and what it does.
Firebase Studio ran a Code OSS editor in a cloud VM with Gemini in Ask, Agent and Agent Auto-run modes, MCP support, Nix-configured environments and imports from GitHub, GitLab and Bitbucket. Its App Prototyping agent turned prompts and images into Next.js apps and published them with Firebase App Hosting.
Google announced the sunset on 19 March 2026. New sign-ups and new workspaces stopped on 22 June 2026, and existing projects remain accessible for migration until 22 March 2027. Workspaces were free, with paid Firebase and Google Cloud services billed as used.
Main problem it solves
Offered a browser-based full-stack environment with an agent that could prototype and deploy Firebase apps.
Typical customer segment
Existing users migrating projects before March 2027.
Target users
- Founders and product managers
- Non-developers building tools
- Developers prototyping quickly
Primary use cases
- Migrating existing Firebase Studio projects
- Exporting Next.js prototypes
- Firebase App Hosting deployments
What makes it distinct
- Cloud VM development environment.
- App Prototyping agent for Next.js.
- Native Firebase deployment.
Firebase Studio features explained.
Agent
- App Prototyping agent
- Builds Next.js apps from prompts and images.
- Gemini modes
- Ask, Agent and Agent Auto-run.
Environment
- Cloud VM
- Code OSS editor in a Google Cloud VM.
- Imports
- GitHub, GitLab and Bitbucket.
Firebase Studio pricing and plans.
Figures reported consistently by independent sources; vendor page not reviewed directly. Checked 13 Nov 2026 against Firebase (Google) · AI IDE List · NoCode MBA.
Pricing model
Free workspaces; Firebase and Google Cloud services billed as used.
Free plan
Workspaces were free, but new sign-ups and workspaces were disabled on 22 June 2026.
Free trial
Not applicable.
Firebase Studio plans and prices (USD)
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Workspaces
Free
n/a
Three free workspaces, more with the Google Developer Program; closed to new users.
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Firebase services
Pay as you go
Usage
Backend services billed when used.
Firebase Studio shuts down on 22 March 2027. Plan details are from Google's pricing documentation and 2026 summaries.
Prices change. Confirm current plans and terms on the vendor's site before you decide.
Visit official website (external) ↗See alternativesFirebase Studio integrations, API and platforms.
Important integrations
- Firebase App Hosting
- Gemini
- MCP
- GitHub, GitLab and Bitbucket imports
- Cloud Run
Supported platforms
- Web (cloud IDE)
API
Not applicable.
Data import and export
Not reviewed for this profile.
Integration availability can depend on plan. Confirm with the vendor before you rely on a specific connector.
How Firebase Studio works as an AI product.
Attributes are listed only where documented. We do not infer autonomy levels, certifications or model capabilities.
Classification: Agentic tool. A human-directed tool that can plan, edit and run actions, with the user reviewing or approving changes. Developer: Google (Firebase).
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Supported models | Gemini models, including Gemini 2.5 for the prototyping agent. [5] |
| Tools and integrations | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Ability to execute actions | Agent mode edits files; Agent Auto-run executes tasks without confirmation. [4] |
| Execution environment | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Human-in-the-loop controls | Ask and Agent modes require confirmation; Auto-run does not. [4] |
| Permissions and access | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Memory and context | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Deployment options | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Data handling and privacy | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Security and compliance | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Pricing and usage limits | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Languages and platforms | Not documented in the sources reviewed. |
| Limitations and known constraints | Closed to new users; shutting down 22 March 2027. [2] |
Primary tasks
- Generating apps from prompts
- Iterating on UI and logic in chat
- Deploying and sharing apps
Best-fit workflows
- Founders validating an idea
- Non-developers building internal tools
- Designers turning concepts into working apps
Firebase Studio pros and cons.
Strengths, limitations and best fit. Each point cites a source; editorial summaries are not customer reviews.
Strengths
Limitations
Best for
- Existing users exporting projects
- Teams migrating Firebase prototypes
May be less suited to
- New projects
- Anyone needing long-term support
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| Product | Interface | Model choice | Free tier | Pricing model | Human oversight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firebase Studio | Cloud IDE with prototyping agent (sunsetting) | Gemini models (Google) | Closed to new users | Free workspaces; Firebase usage billed | Ask and Agent modes confirm actions |
| Anything | Browser-based AI app builder (web and mobile) | Not documented in sources reviewed | Yes (Free plan) | Subscriptions (figures not recorded) | Not documented in sources reviewed |
| Base44 | Browser-based no-code app builder | Not documented in sources reviewed | Yes (25 message credits) | Message and integration credits | Not documented in sources reviewed |
| Bolt.new | Browser-based AI app builder | Not documented in sources reviewed | Yes (1M tokens a month) | Subscription with token allowances | Not documented in sources reviewed |
| Builder.io Fusion | Web visual editor connected to your repo | Not documented in sources reviewed | Yes (about 75 credits) | Credit-based per user | Changes delivered as pull requests |
| Draftbit | Web visual and AI builder for mobile | Not documented in sources reviewed | Yes (10,000 credits) | Credit-based subscriptions | Visual editing alongside AI |
Firebase Studio vs competitors: head-to-head comparisons.
Firebase Studio discussions and buying questions.
Firebase Studio questions and answers
What is Firebase Studio used for?
Firebase Studio, formerly Project IDX, is Google's cloud development environment with Gemini assistance and an App Prototyping agent that builds Next.js apps and deploys them to Firebase. Google announced its sunset in March 2026, disabled new sign-ups and workspaces on 22 June 2026 and will shut it down on 22 March 2027.
Is Firebase Studio free?
Workspaces were free, but new sign-ups and workspaces were disabled on 22 June 2026.
How much does Firebase Studio cost?
Free workspaces (closed to new users); Firebase services billed as used.
Which models does Firebase Studio support?
Gemini models, including Gemini 2.5 for the prototyping agent.
Is Firebase Studio shutting down?
Yes. Google announced the sunset on 19 March 2026, disabled new sign-ups and workspaces on 22 June 2026, and will shut Firebase Studio down on 22 March 2027.
What are the limitations of Firebase Studio?
No new sign-ups or workspaces since 22 June 2026. Shuts down on 22 March 2027. App Prototyping agent supports Next.js only.
Which platforms does Firebase Studio run on?
Firebase Studio is documented as available on: Web (cloud IDE).
Is Firebase Studio an AI agent or an AI assistant?
We classify Firebase Studio as: Agentic tool. A human-directed tool that can plan, edit and run actions, with the user reviewing or approving changes. The classification is based on vendor documentation and is not an endorsement.
What are the main alternatives to Firebase Studio?
The main alternatives to Firebase Studio covered on Stack18 are Google Antigravity, Replit Agent, Bolt.new and Lovable. See the Firebase Studio alternatives guide for a side-by-side table.
When was the Firebase Studio profile last verified?
Sources for this profile were last reviewed on 13 Nov 2026. 5 sources are listed under Sources, and prices and plans can change, so confirm with the vendor.
Where this information comes from.
- Firebase Studio pricing Firebase (Google) Official docs Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Firebase Studio AI in 2026 AI IDE List Third-party Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Firebase Studio Pricing 2026 NoCode MBA Third-party Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Firebase Studio guide WEEL Third-party Accessed 13 Nov 2026
- Project IDX: production review 2026 Markaicode Third-party Accessed 13 Nov 2026
Further official pages: Firebase Studio pricing (external)
Plans, features and status were checked against Firebase Studio's published pages and the third-party sources listed. Agent behaviour was not tested, and security certifications were not independently verified.
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