Bubble
A no-code platform for building web and mobile products with full design control, free to build and from $29 a month (Starter web, annual).
- Free plan
- Workload-based
- Cloud
- No-code products
- Independent sources
- Verified 11 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this profile
- 2 sourcesLinked, typed and dated
- Independent third-party sourcesHow this profile was compiled
- Not an endorsementStack18 has not tested this product
What is Bubble?
Bubble is a no-code platform for building customer-facing web and native mobile apps with visual design, workflows and a built-in database, billed by workload rather than per user.
- Best forFounders building customer-facing products without code
- Team size fitSmall teams, Mid-size teams
- PricingFree; Starter $29 annual ($32 monthly) web, $59 web + mobile; Growth $119-$209; Team $349-$549 annual; Enterprise custom.
- Main limitationSteep learning curve.
- AlternativesGlide, OutSystems, Mendix · compare all
Bubble overview: who it is for and what it does.
Bubble gives full control over design and logic for web and native mobile apps, with workload-based billing.
An August 2026 guide lists Free, Starter at $29 a month annually (web) or $59 (web and mobile), Growth at $119 or $209, Team at $349 or $549 and custom Enterprise; another lists monthly rates of $32/$49/$69 for Starter (web/mobile/both).
Both note a steep learning curve, workload units that are hard to estimate and a focus on products rather than internal tools.
Main problem it solves
Lets non-developers ship real products.
Typical customer segment
Founders and small product teams.
Target users
- Founders
- Product teams
- Agencies
Primary use cases
- SaaS MVPs
- Marketplaces
- Mobile apps
- Customer portals
What makes it distinct
- Workload billing.
- Web + mobile.
- Full design control.
Bubble features explained.
Plans (annual, web / web + mobile)
- Starter
- $29 / $59.
- Growth
- $119 / $209.
- Team
- $349 / $549.
Monthly (other guide)
- Starter
- $32 web / $49 mobile / $69 both.
- Growth
- $134 / $199 / $249.
- Team
- $399 / $529 / $649.
Billing
- Unit
- Workload units.
- Users
- Not per user.
- Forecasting
- Hard.
Bubble pricing and plans.
Figures reported by independent sources; vendor page not reviewed directly. Checked 11 Nov 2026 against Rework · Rework.
Pricing model
Plan tiers plus workload units.
Free plan
Yes
Free trial
Not documented
Bubble plans and prices (USD)
Free
$0
Free
Build only.
Starter
$29 per month (web)
Annual ($32 monthly)
Launch.
Growth
$119 per month (web)
Annual ($134 monthly)
Growing apps.
Team
$349 per month (web)
Annual ($399 monthly)
Teams.
Rework (22 and 26 August 2026).
Prices change. Confirm current plans and terms on the vendor's site before you decide.
Visit official website (external) ↗See alternativesBubble integrations, API and platforms.
Important integrations
- Stripe
- Zapier
- OpenAI
- Google Maps
Supported platforms
- Web
- iOS
- Android
API
Not reviewed for this profile.
Data import and export
Not reviewed for this profile.
Integration coverage was not assessed in full. Check Bubble's integrations directory and documentation for your tools.
Bubble pros and cons.
Strengths, limitations and best fit. Each point cites a source; editorial summaries are not customer reviews.
Limitations
Best for
- Founders building customer-facing products without code
- Marketplaces and SaaS MVPs
- No-code agencies
May be less suited to
- Internal admin tools
- Enterprise governance needs
Top Bubble alternatives and competitors.
Glide
A no-code builder that turns spreadsheets and tables into mobile-friendly apps, free for one project and…
Explore →Related productOutSystems
An enterprise low-code platform for complex, mission-critical apps, sold by quote based on application…
Explore →Related productMendix
An enterprise low-code platform with a published Standard starting price of €918 a month for one app and…
Explore →Bubble compared with similar low-code and no-code app development platforms.
Summaries come from each profile. This is a side-by-side aid, not a ranking.
| Product | Pricing model | Starting price | Free plan | Builder | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bubble | Tiers + workload | Free; $29/mo (annual) | Yes | No-code | Customer products |
| Appian | Quote (per user per app) | Quote | Community (dev only) | Enterprise | BPM |
| Budibase | Tiers (+ seats) | Free; $19/mo cloud | Yes (self-hosted) | Developers | Self-hosted tools |
| Glide | Plans + credits | Free; $25/mo | Yes (1 project) | No-code | Spreadsheet apps |
| Google AppSheet | Per user | $5/user/mo | Not documented | No-code | Google Workspace |
| Mendix | Per app tiers | €918/mo (1 app) | Yes | Enterprise developers | Enterprise apps |
Bubble vs competitors: head-to-head comparisons.
Each comparison has a feature table, pricing side by side, strengths and limits, and best-fit scenarios.
Bubble discussions and buying questions.
No published discussions mention this product yet.
Bubble questions and answers
What is Bubble used for?
Bubble is a no-code platform for building customer-facing web and native mobile apps with visual design, workflows and a built-in database, billed by workload rather than per user. Typical uses include saaS MVPs, marketplaces, mobile apps, customer portals.
How much does Bubble cost?
Starter is $29 a month billed annually for web ($32 monthly); Growth from $119 and Team from $349.
Does Bubble charge per user?
No, it bills by workload.
Can Bubble build mobile apps?
Yes, native mobile on web + mobile plans.
How does Bubble compare with its competitors?
Stack18 publishes head-to-head comparisons of Bubble vs Glide, each with a feature table, pricing and best-fit scenarios.
What are the main alternatives to Bubble?
The main alternatives to Bubble covered on Stack18 are Glide, OutSystems and Mendix. Glide may suit small teams turning spreadsheets into apps. OutSystems may suit enterprises building complex, mission-critical apps. Mendix may suit enterprises wanting a published entry price for low-code. See the Bubble alternatives guide for a side-by-side table.
What are the pros and cons of Bubble?
Strengths: Full design and logic control. Workload billing, not per user. Limitations: Steep learning curve. Workload units hard to estimate.
Who is Bubble best for?
Bubble may suit founders building customer-facing products without code; marketplaces and SaaS MVPs; no-code agencies. It may be less suited to internal admin tools; enterprise governance needs.
What integrations does Bubble support?
Documented integrations and ecosystem items include Stripe, Zapier, OpenAI, Google Maps. API: Not reviewed for this profile.
When was the Bubble profile last verified?
Sources for this profile were last reviewed on 11 Nov 2026. 2 sources are listed under Sources, and prices and plans can change, so confirm with the vendor.
Where this information comes from.
- Best Power Apps Alternatives in 2026 (updated 22 August 2026) Rework Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
- Best OutSystems Alternatives in 2026 (26 August 2026) Rework Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
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Facts come from two Rework guides (August 2026); where they differ both figures are shown. Confirm with the vendor before buying. Capabilities were not tested.
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