Company
Date Published
Author
Grace Kim
Word count
1350
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

AppOnboard and Bubble are two platforms within the no-code movement, each catering to different aspects of app development. AppOnboard offers a desktop-based solution focused on creating mobile games and interactive ads without the need for coding skills, highlighted by its products Buildbox and Studio. Notably, AppOnboard Studio allows users to design and share interactive mobile experiences and playable ads for both Android and iOS devices, with pricing plans ranging from free to enterprise levels. Conversely, Bubble is a cloud-based platform that enables users to develop complex, multi-user web applications and workflows, supporting everything from simple prototypes to sophisticated marketplaces. While both platforms share similarities such as drag-and-drop interfaces and the ability to build interactive experiences, they differ in execution; AppOnboard is tailored to mobile-focused projects, while Bubble supports responsive web app development for a broader range of devices. Bubble's community-driven approach has seen over 400,000 users create web applications, some achieving significant venture funding and participation in accelerator programs. Both platforms provide valuable no-code solutions for different target audiences, with AppOnboard appealing to mobile developers and advertisers, and Bubble attracting web developers and entrepreneurs.