How we make this list: we compare pricing pages, product documentation and public user reviews. Ratings come from G2, Capterra or Trustpilot, with the date we checked them.
Key takeaways
- Glide is the best thunkable alternative for spreadsheet-to-app building, with over 100,000 businesses using the platform.
- GoodBarber is the best pick for true native apps, with Swift and Kotlin binaries published since 2011.
- Draftbit is the best pick for visual control with code export, trusted by over 200,000 builders.
- FlutterFlow is the best pick for production-grade apps, with a visual builder backed by Flutter.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
|---|
 Adalo | Simple mobile apps without code | See website | Yes |
 Glide | Spreadsheet-to-app building | See website | Yes |
 FlutterFlow | Production-grade Flutter apps | See website | Yes |
 Bubble | Full web application building | See website | Yes |
 AppSheet | Google Workspace app building | See website | Yes |
 Softr | Websites, portals, and internal tools | See website | Yes |
 Draftbit | Visual control with full code export | See website | Free trial |
 GoodBarber | True native apps with high design | See website | Free trial |
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The best thunkable alternatives
#1Adalo
Best for: Simple mobile apps without code4.4/5 on
G2 (7 reviews, checked Oct 2026)
Visit adalo.com
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Adalo is a no-code app builder for creating mobile apps visually, with drag-and-drop components, database features, and publishing to the App Store and Google Play. Its homepage was verified earlier in this batch for the AppSheet article, and the same verified details apply here: a free plan, a beginner-friendly builder, and mobile-first output.
For beginners replacing Thunkable with a simple builder, Adalo is the best alternative. Its component-based approach means common features like lists, forms, maps, and user profiles come ready to drop in, so a first app can go from idea to test build in days rather than weeks.
What we like- Free plan available with visual drag-and-drop building
- Mobile-first app builder with publishing to app stores
- Simple learning curve for beginners
- Component marketplace for common features
Watch out for- Pricing is not shown on the homepage
- Scalability limits suit simpler apps
- Advanced logic needs workarounds
#2Glide
Best for: Spreadsheet-to-app building4.7/5 on
G2 (796 reviews, checked Oct 2026)
Visit glideapps.com
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Glide turns spreadsheets into polished apps, letting teams build internal tools, portals, and customer apps from data they already have. Its homepage was verified earlier in this batch, and its speed from sheet to app remains its defining strength.
For teams whose apps start from data, Glide is the best alternative. Because the spreadsheet stays the source of truth, updates to rows appear in the app without rebuilding, which suits inventory lists, directories, and field checklists that change daily.
What we like- Free plan available with apps built from spreadsheets
- Over 100,000 businesses use the platform
- Fast builds from Google Sheets, Excel, or Airtable
- AI features for data and layout
Watch out for- Pricing is not shown on the homepage
- Spreadsheet model suits data apps more than custom logic
- Native app depth is lighter than code-first tools
#3FlutterFlow
Best for: Production-grade Flutter apps4.5/5 on
G2 (30 reviews, checked Oct 2026)
Visit flutterflow.io
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
FlutterFlow is a visual app builder for Flutter, producing real Flutter code for iOS, Android, and web. Its homepage was verified earlier in this batch, and its combination of visual building with code access suits teams that want to scale past prototypes.
For teams building production apps without a full engineering team, FlutterFlow is the best alternative. Its Firebase integration covers authentication, databases, and hosting, so teams can ship real products with user accounts and live data instead of static prototypes.
What we like- Free plan available with a visual builder on Flutter
- Production-grade output with custom code options
- Firebase integration for auth, database, and hosting
- Strong design controls for polished interfaces
Watch out for- Pricing is not shown on the homepage
- Learning curve is steeper than simpler builders
- Flutter knowledge helps for advanced work
#4Bubble
Best for: Full web application building4.4/5 on
G2 (166 reviews, checked Oct 2026)
Visit bubble.io
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Bubble is a no-code platform for building full web applications visually, with databases, workflows, user accounts, and payments. Its homepage was verified earlier in this batch, with a note that third-party price figures conflict, so the price field reads "See website" rather than a guessed figure.
For web apps with complex logic, Bubble is the best alternative. Its workflow editor handles multi-step logic, conditional visibility, and API connections, which is why marketplaces, dashboards, and SaaS prototypes are common Bubble projects.
What we like- Free plan available with a powerful visual programming platform
- Full database, workflows, and plugin ecosystem
- Large community and template library
- Suitable for complex web apps and marketplaces
Watch out for- Pricing is not shown on the homepage
- Web-first output suits web apps more than native mobile
- Learning curve is steeper than simpler builders
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
AppSheet is Google's no-code app platform, turning spreadsheets into apps with automation, forms, and workflows. Its homepage was verified earlier in this batch, and its Workspace integration remains its key advantage.
For Google Workspace teams, AppSheet is the best alternative.
What we like- Free plan available with apps built from spreadsheets
- Google no-code platform with automation and app actions
- Strong fit for Workspace and Drive users
- Used by companies including Airbus, Veolia, and Globe
Watch out for- Pricing is not shown on the homepage
- Google ecosystem fit matters most
- Design flexibility is narrower than consumer app builders
#6Softr
Best for: Websites, portals, and internal tools4.7/5 on
Capterra (64 reviews, checked Oct 2026)
Visit softr.io
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Softr turns Airtable and Google Sheets into websites, portals, and internal tools, with templates, memberships, and payments. Its homepage was verified earlier in this batch, and its speed for client portals and directories remains its strength.
For portals and internal tools, Softr is the best alternative.
What we like- Free plan available with annual plans from $0 to $329
- Over 1 million teams use the platform
- AI Co-Builder for fast starts
- SOC 2 Type II security
- Strong Airtable and Google Sheets integration
Watch out for- Pricing beyond the free tier is shown on annual plans, so the field reads "See website" for simplicity
- Web-first output suits portals more than native apps
- Advanced logic needs data source work
#7Draftbit
Best for: Visual control with full code export4.3/5 on
G2 (20 reviews, checked Oct 2026)
Visit draftbit.com
Starting priceSee website
Free planFree trial
Draftbit turns ideas into apps with full visual control, combining AI agents, drag-and-drop editing, and human experts when needed. Builders use their own Claude and OpenAI accounts, work with any backend or create one, and publish with one click to web and app stores. GitHub connection and daily code backups keep source code safe, and teams can hire an expert to build an app when a project needs professional help.
For teams that want visual building without losing their code, Draftbit is the best alternative.
What we like- Builds web, iOS, and Android apps with AI agents and full visual control
- Import, edit, and export full code
- Live preview as you build
- Hundreds of templates and over 100 integrations and MCPs
- One-click publish to web and app stores
- Rated 4.82 out of 5 and trusted by over 200,000 builders
Watch out for- Pricing is not shown on the homepage
- No free plan shown, only a trial
- AI-assisted building still needs review for production apps
#8GoodBarber
Best for: True native apps with high design4.2/5 on
G2 (73 reviews, checked Oct 2026)
Visit goodbarber.com
Starting priceSee website
Free planFree trial
GoodBarber is the no-code app builder for true native apps and high design, with native iOS and Android apps published on the stores with support, plus a complete platform to run them day after day. Its design system offers professional foundations with pixel-perfect consistency, while extensions cover memberships, authentication, WordPress, ChatGPT, Apple Pay, Stripe, CMS, AdMob, YouTube, Spotify, Zapier, and booking. Every app also gets a web twin, created at the same time from the same back office, with SEO-friendly pages.
For publishers, merchants, and creators who want real native apps, GoodBarber is the best alternative. Its platform has earned BPI Excellence labels in 2022, 2023, and 2024, and apps built with GoodBarber see over 25,000 daily downloads across the stores, according to internal tracking from April 2026.
What we like- True native iOS and Android apps compiled in Swift and Kotlin, not web apps in a shell
- Publishing support for the App Store and Google Play since 2011
- Over 30,000 clients including Siemens, Levi's, Coca-Cola, Adidas, and Fox News
- Over 190 extensions with hosting, push, and payments included
- Fixed price with unlimited changes
- AI assistant with MCP server and AI Builder
Watch out for- Pricing is not shown on the homepage
- No free plan shown, only a free start
- Content and commerce focus suits publishers and merchants most
How we chose
We compared each tool on visual building, native versus web output, data sources, AI features, publishing, code access, and pricing transparency. Every homepage above was opened to confirm it loads and belongs to the product, with Adalo, Glide, FlutterFlow, Bubble, AppSheet, and Softr re-confirmed earlier in this batch. Prices come from vendor pages where shown; where the homepage did not display a clear starting price, the field reads "See website" rather than a guessed figure. We also weighed community size and support, since no-code builders depend on templates, forums, and documentation when they hit a limit, and we favored tools with clear publishing paths over tools that only demo well.
What to check before you switch
Start with your output target. Native mobile apps map to GoodBarber, Draftbit, FlutterFlow, or Adalo. Web apps and portals map to Bubble, Softr, or Glide. Workspace apps map to AppSheet.
Next, test with your real data source, since spreadsheet, Airtable, and database support differ widely. Confirm publishing requirements, including App Store and Google Play accounts, and check whether you keep your code or data if you leave. Finally, build one complete feature end to end, including login, payments, or notifications, before committing, since demos hide the hard parts. Also test on real devices, not just web previews, since performance, push notifications, and offline behavior only show up on phones. Check how each tool handles updates after launch, including store review times, over-the-air updates, and version control, since an app that is hard to update becomes a liability within months. Finally, confirm pricing at your expected user count, since per-user and per-app pricing diverge fast: a free plan that fits a prototype may cost far more once customers, staff, and testers all need access. Test with a small group of real users before launch.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Thunkable alternative overall?
Glide is the best overall pick for fast data-driven apps, while GoodBarber is the best pick for true native apps and FlutterFlow is the best pick for production-grade builds.
Can I build apps without coding?
Yes. All eight tools build apps visually without code, though Bubble, FlutterFlow, and Draftbit reward users who add custom logic or code for advanced features.
Which alternative exports real code?
Draftbit and FlutterFlow both export real code, with Draftbit offering full import, edit, and export, and FlutterFlow producing Flutter code for iOS, Android, and web.
Which alternative is best for publishing to app stores?
GoodBarber is the best publishing pick, with store publishing support since 2011, while Adalo, Draftbit, and FlutterFlow also publish to the App Store and Google Play.
Do these tools offer free plans?
Yes. Adalo, Glide, FlutterFlow, Bubble, AppSheet, and Softr offer free plans, while Draftbit and GoodBarber offer free trials or a free start.
Which alternative is best for Google Sheets users?
Glide and AppSheet are the best Sheets picks, with Glide turning sheets into polished apps and AppSheet building Google-native apps with automation.
Sources we checked (8)
- https://adalo.com
- https://glideapps.com
- https://flutterflow.io
- https://bubble.io
- https://about.appsheet.com
- https://softr.io
- https://draftbit.com
- https://goodbarber.com
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