Hundreds of no-code tools are available for fast and easy development. However, not all have the power and flexibility to handle your concept as it scales and evolves.
We choose to develop with Bubble because it gives us complete control over design, functionality, and extensibility for every app we build. With Bubble, we're confident in delivering all the features our clients need. Trusted by thousands of companies and backed by the best partners, Bubble is our clear technology partner of choice.
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What you get
Unlike no-code tools with specific use cases (like Webflow for marketing websites or Shopify for eCommerce), Bubble is a comprehensive "visual development" platform designed to mimic the flexibility of coding. Builders define each workflow step, each search parameter, and each database field in their application. As a result, Bubble requires more training and expertise, but can produce virtually any modern app configuration.
The Bubble platform supports fully responsive and pixel-perfect design, allowing builders to accomplish any UI/UX. Most of our clients use our Canvas design framework and preconfigured modules to accelerate the initial build, but Bubble allows our team to implement custom design tweaks or complete app reskins at any point with total precision.
While Bubble offers a vast array of functions natively, a key consideration for any no-code app builder is its ability to work well with third-party services and custom code to extend its capabilities. Bubble's plugin ecosystem and flexible API connector tool make it easy to add anything from Google Maps to Stripe payments to a custom AI algorithm built with code. This extensibility magnifies the power of Bubble to tackle any functionality.
A key value in the Platform-as-a-Service approach is the world-class and fully maintained infrastructure that powers your application. Bubble is built on AWS and is constantly monitoring and improving its platform behind the scenes. This means 99.9% uptime, the ability to scale virtual computing power with a click, and dozens of security measures. So your technology will keep up with your scale and protect you from threats.
Bubble Use Cases
Bubble vs. Traditional code comparison
Carbon credit marketplace for industries to measure and standardize carbon accreditation, trade credits to offset greenhouse gas footprint.
Carbon credit marketplace for industries to measure and standardize carbon accreditation, trade credits to offset greenhouse gas footprint.
Carbon credit marketplace for industries to measure and standardize carbon accreditation, trade credits to offset greenhouse gas footprint.
Carbon credit marketplace for industries to measure and standardize carbon accreditation, trade credits to offset greenhouse gas footprint.
Carbon credit marketplace for industries to measure and standardize carbon accreditation, trade credits to offset greenhouse gas footprint.
Carbon credit marketplace for industries to measure and standardize carbon accreditation, trade credits to offset greenhouse gas footprint.
Carbon credit marketplace for industries to measure and standardize carbon accreditation, trade credits to offset greenhouse gas footprint.
Carbon credit marketplace for industries to measure and standardize carbon accreditation, trade credits to offset greenhouse gas footprint.
Product Type Examples
Example: We built a vintage apparel marketplace where sellers can specify rules to list their goods, evaluate market demand, and determine if an item is sold directly or entered into a raffle contest.
You can use Bubble to build a custom product, service, rental, gig, or content marketplace faster to start testing and iterating. Common features include:
- Listings & profiles
- Inventory & order management
- Peer-to-peer payments
- Messaging & notifications
- Scheduling & booking
- Ratings & reviews
- And more
Example: We designed a financial services platform that allows teams to work with clients to prepare taxes, financial plans, and provide other services. Additional features included file sharing, video conference, and book keeping.
You can use Bubble to build tools to manage or automate processes and collaborate with teams. Common features include:
- Team management
- Workflow automations
- API integrations
- Users & roles
- Analytics
- Messaging
- And more
Example: We built NotRealTwitter, a fun demo of just how powerful Bubble is!
You can use Bubble to build a social media platform that helps your community find and engage with one another. Common features include:
- Profile management
- Messaging
- Upvotes
- User likes
- User connections
- And more
Example: We created an analytics tool to help enterprise sales professionals visualize compensation plans as correlated to performance metrics like quotas, payout percentages, and annual recurring revenue.
You can use Bubble to build custom tools to extract insights from your data. Common features include:
- Complex calculations
- Charts & tables
- Dynamic configurations
- Admin portal
- API integrations
- And more
Example: We built a CRM for companies to connect prospects with previous clients for references and testimonials. The platform integrates with other CRMs to identify loyal customers, incentive them to join as an advocate, and matches them with prospects like themselves.
You can use Bubble to build custom tools to supercharge your sales team. Common features include:
- Team management
- Deal configuration
- Pricing algorithms
- CRM integrations
- Analytics
- And more
We have built integrations for IT teams to migrate cloud and on-premise data, automate data loading processes, and generally reduce the load on development to increase team efficiency.
You can use Bubble to build middleware that connects one of your systems to another. Common features include:
- Admin interfaces
- REST/SOAP API integrations
- Scheduled workflows
- Batching
- Webhooks
- And more
faqS
How much does Bubble cost?
Bubble.io offers 4 different pricing plans tailored to the stage and maturity of your business. Each one comes with different functionalities and varying amounts of workload units to ensure you only pay for what you need. Workload measures the work Bubble does to run your app. The Starter plan begins at $29/$32 per month, and plans with more advanced features start at $119/$134 per month. Estimate how much your Bubble app will cost to run with our Bubble.io cost calculator.
What is Bubble?
Bubble is a no-code visual programming platform designed to help you build software and applications without code. It specializes in responsive web and mobile apps with dynamic databases and complex functionality. This differs from other no-code platforms like Webflow, which focus on front-end design for static websites. Bubble is open-ended, and like a traditional programming language, there's no fixed set of possibilities to the type of product you can build. This means you don’t have to work within the rails of a specific use-case.
How much is a Bubble subscription?
Bubble has 4 different pricing plans. Each one comes with different functionalities and varying amounts of workload units included. The free plan lets you play with Bubble’s basic features, but won’t let you deploy your app or test its more advanced capabilities. The next plan starts at $29/$32 per month, and plans with more advanced features start at $119/$134 per month. Check out Bubble’s pricing tiers for more details.
What products is Bubble not right for?
There are a few categories of products that Bubble isn't yet good for:
- Apps that need to work without an internet connection
- Apps that have complex regulatory requirements
- Fully native mobile apps (e.g. Whatsapp or Uber) - though web-based mobile apps are supported
When should I hire a Bubble agency vs. a Bubble freelancer
The answer varies depending on your project's needs, budget, and expertise. Agencies provide more support and quality assurance throughout the project, making them ideal for individuals who are less familiar with software development. They handle everything from start to finish with minimal involvement from you. Freelancers, on the other hand, offer more flexibility and lower costs. If you're experienced in software development and can manage the project yourself, freelancers may be a better fit. Explore the pros and cons of agencies versus freelance developers for Bubble projects.
What’s the difference between Bubble vs. Wordpress?
Both Bubble and Wordpress are platforms that allow non-coders to set up a website, create content, and publish it. Wordpress is an open-source CMS that is great for setting up basic websites. It can be extended with plugins and themes that may bring all the features a user needs. However, if you want to move outside of those boundaries (e.g. control every aspect of design and functionality), then Bubble offers far more flexibility.
Can I scale my Bubble-built app?
Yes. We always design apps to optimize for scale, based on our understanding of the potential features and user behavior our client envisions. The Bubble technology is built to scale, with the ability to upgrade server capacity as needed (including migrating to a dedicated AWS cluster) to service a growing user base. Bubble provides simple dashboards and notifications to track app capacity usage to help you adjust as needed.
What security features does Bubble have?
Yes. Bubble is built on Amazon Web Services (AWS), which is itself compliant with certifications such as SOC 2, CSA, ISO 27001, and more. All data behind Bubble apps is stored in the cloud using AWS and is generally hosted on AWS West Region (Oregon, US) which maintains a state-of-the-art security infrastructure. Below are more of Bubble’s security features:
What are common features supported by Bubble?
Bubble specializes in responsive web applications with dynamic databases and complex functionality. This differs from other visual programming platforms like Webflow/Wix, which focus on front-end design for static websites.
Common features include (but are not limited to):
Bubble supports the integration of custom code plugins for areas where it does not natively support the desired functionality
What’s the difference between Bubble vs. Retool?
Both Bubble and Retool are rapid development platforms that equip users with drag-and-drop elements for building internal business tools. However, Retool is a low-code platform built for developers to generate pre-configured code faster, whereas Bubble is a fully no-code platform where all programming logic is abstracted. This means that with Bubble those with no technical background can build entire web apps without writing any code.
Are Bubble apps mobile responsive?
Yes, Bubble has a powerful responsive engine that allows for full customization of responsive behavior to support all devices.
Can I export my Bubble app's source code?
No. A Bubble application’s “source code” cannot be exported to a conventional programming language. It is possible to export a JSON file representing all elements and actions (e.g., for archiving), but this has limited value for teams looking to migrate to traditional dev resources.
However, a Bubble app’s data is always easily portable, either in CSV tables or through the data API. This makes it easy to migrate to a future platform that has been built using conventional methods.
What’s the difference between Bubble vs. Webflow?
Both Bubble and Webflow are no-code tools that allow users to build web pages and eCommerce platforms. However, Bubble is better for developing complex web apps and mobile apps, while Webflow focuses on building aesthetic and responsive websites. Webflow is a good fit If you want to quickly build a few landing pages with strong SEO to increase searchability and organic reach of traffic. However, if you’re looking for a more customized, complex experience that integrates a database or web app portal, Bubble can give you more freedom.