Bolt.new
Dev ToolAI-powered full-stack application generator that creates and deploys complete web apps from prompts.
About Bolt.new
Bolt.new by StackBlitz is an AI-powered full-stack application generator that creates, runs, and deploys complete web applications from natural language descriptions. Unlike code assistants that only generate snippets, Bolt.new builds entire applications with frontend, backend, database, and deployment â all in the browser. Powered by WebContainers, it runs Node.js natively in your browser for instant previews.
Key Features
- âFull-Stack Generation: Generate complete applications with frontend (React, Vue, Svelte), backend APIs, databases, and authentication from a single text prompt.
- âBrowser-Based Execution: Run your application directly in the browser using WebContainers technology. No local setup, no installations â instant preview and testing.
- âMulti-Framework Support: Choose from React, Vue, Svelte, Astro, Next.js, and other popular frameworks.
- âReal-Time Preview: See your application running in real-time as the AI generates code. Preview changes instantly without manual refresh.
- âOne-Click Deploy: Deploy your generated application to the web with a single click. Get a shareable URL immediately.
- âNPM Integration: Install and use any npm package in your generated application. Full access to the JavaScript ecosystem.
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/month | 300K token daily limit, 1M tokens per month, Public and private projects, Bolt branding on websites |
| Pro | $25/month | No daily token limit, Starts at 10M tokens per month, Private sharing and custom domains, No Bolt branding |
| Teams | $30/member/month | Everything in Pro, Centralized billing, Team-level access management, Granular admin controls |
| Enterprise | Custom | Advanced security and compliance, 24/7 priority support, Custom workflows and SLAs, Data governance options |
Official pricing sources: bolt.new
Pros & Cons
â Pros
- â Generates complete full-stack applications, not just components
- â Browser-based execution â zero setup required
- â Supports multiple frontend frameworks
- â One-click deployment to shareable URL
- â Iterative development through natural conversation
- â Good for quick MVPs and proof-of-concept applications
â ī¸ Cons
- â ī¸ Generated code quality varies â complex apps need manual fixes
- â ī¸ Token limits can be restrictive for large applications
- â ī¸ Not suitable for production-grade, scalable applications
- â ī¸ Free tier is very limited for serious development
- â ī¸ WebContainer environment has some limitations vs real Node.js
- â ī¸ Database and backend patterns are sometimes simplistic
Use Cases
MVP Development
Go from idea to deployed MVP in hours instead of weeks. Perfect for startup founders who want to validate ideas quickly.
Prototyping & Demos
Create interactive prototypes and proof-of-concept applications to demonstrate ideas to stakeholders and clients.
Learning to Code
Beginners can learn full-stack development by observing how AI structures applications.
Hackathons
Build complete applications during hackathons with AI assistance. Many winning projects have been built using Bolt.new.
Alternatives
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bolt.new free?
Bolt.new offers a free tier with a 300K-token daily limit and 1M tokens per month. The Pro plan is $25/month on the monthly billing view and starts at 10M tokens per month.
Can Bolt.new build production applications?
Bolt.new is best for prototyping, MVPs, and proof-of-concept apps. Production applications typically require manual optimization, security hardening, and architecture refinement.
What frameworks does Bolt.new support?
Bolt.new supports React, Vue, Svelte, Astro, Next.js, Nuxt, and other popular JavaScript frameworks with Node.js backend.
How does Bolt.new compare to V0?
Bolt.new generates full-stack applications (frontend + backend + database + deployment), while V0 focuses on frontend React component generation. Use V0 for UI components and Bolt.new for complete applications.