Lecture on No-Code Mobile App Builders

Introduction to No-Code Apps

• No-code apps allow creation of full native apps without writing code.
• Apps can be published on Android and Apple Stores.
• Useful for non-technical founders to build apps without hiring developers.

Overview of No-Code Mobile App Builders

• Coverage of Best No-Code Mobile App Builders in 2023:
  • Functionality
  • Ease of use
  • Pricing
  • Best use cases
  • Live examples

1. Power Builders

These builders offer both no-code and low-code solutions.

• They allow for deep functionality.
• It's possible to integrate custom code or involve developers later.

Flutter Flow

• Built on Flutter framework by Google.
• Cross-platform: apps run on desktop, mobile, and web seamlessly.
• Performance-optimized framework.
• Features:
  • Drag and drop builder.
  • Animations, push notifications, light/dark mode.
  • Collaborative features.
  • Export clean code for further development.
• Integrates with Firebase, Google Maps, Stripe.
• Pricing:
  • Free tier available.
  • Paid plans range from $30 to $70.

Draftbit

• Uses React Native framework.
• Build native mobile apps, web apps, and internal tools.
• Drag and drop components (not as visual as Flutter Flow).
• Integrates with external data via REST API.
• Pricing:
  • Free tier available.
  • Paid plans from $20 to $99 with different feature access.

2. Adalo

• Simpler to use, ideal for rapid app development.
• Focus on custom and responsive apps.
• Allows integration with Zapier and other tools.
• Pricing:
  • Free tier available.
  • Paid plans from $36 to $60.

3. Thunkable

• Easy and fast for building MVPs.
• Drag and drop builder with logic editor.
• Integrate with Airtable, Google Sheets.
• Pricing:
  • Free tier with limited features.
  • Paid plans starting at $15.

4. GoodBarber

• Focuses on UI and design quality.
• Simple builder that produces aesthetically pleasing apps.
• Pricing:
  • Starts at €30.
  • Pricing varies based on app type (e.g., commerce, courses).

5. Glide

• Not a native app builder; apps not publishable in app stores.
• Ideal for internal tools.
• Pricing:
  • Free tier available.
  • Paid plans starting at $25.

6. Bravo Studio

• Unique approach using Figma for design.
• Apps look high-quality due to design origins.
• Pricing:
  • Starts at $23 per month.

Conclusion

• Choice of app builder depends on your needs:

  • Complex functionality: Flutter Flow, Draftbit.
  • Simple MVP: Adalo, Thunkable.
  • Internal tools: Glide.
  • Design-focused: Bravo Studio.

• Further exploration recommended for tools that build web apps and manage databases.