Comparing the best low-code platforms for developers

• In-built generative AI for document processing and automation.
• Reactive web and native mobile design - build once, launch everywhere.
• Process mining gives you a view of inefficiencies in the real-world usage of your apps.

  Quality of UI is mentioned regularly in customer reviews.

   Powerful automations, enhanced by AI.

   All the tools you need in-platform.

   Steep learning curve. Even experienced users will need to spend time learning Appian’s most complex tasks.

   Some reviewers note a lack of integration with popular tools (e.g. Figma).

   Restrictive and potentially expensive pricing models.

• Full-stack development.
• Applications can scale to enterprise-level.
• Cloud-native architecture offers improved uptime and performance.

• Reviewers praise the speed of the development environment and the tools it creates.
• Users can build one app for free, providing a great (if limited) starting point.
• Mobile development capabilities are highly praised.
• Reviewers share frustration at a lack of branching for development and deployment.
• Self-hosting and ISO-standard compliance only available at enterprise level.
• Not built with smaller organizations and teams as the target users.

• Offers templates for common use cases.
• Extensive integrations with third-party software.
• Centralized governance, protecting the business and users from costly errors.

• Widely used, meaning most problems are likely to have been solved already.
• Reviewers value its high levels of customizability and flexibility.
• Templates make onboarding clear and easy for new users.
• High cost for the most basic package available, with no free trials.
• Reviewers mention a lack of product innovation and updates.
• A number of useful features are paywalled.

• Integrated AI assistant helps users build to maximum potential.
• Huge range of tools for developing the UI of apps, as well as the back-end.
• Mendix Marketplace is full of useful components, built by Mendix and users.

• Regular updates and bug fixes keep the platform performing to high standards.
• A strong user community, centered around the component marketplace.
• Reviews praise the platform’s use across the product lifecycle.
• Some reviewers highlight the need for significant IT infrastructure to launch apps.
• Free and cheapest price points are fairly limited in terms of features.
• Steep learning curve, with complex features to learn.

• Large plugin marketplace, making applications easy to expand.
• No-code development makes Bubble.io simple for users of all abilities.
• Detailed collaborative environment, with trackable changes and isolated version controls.

• Free plan available, making it easy to trial the platform without a commitment.
• Speed of development and deployment are highly praised in reviews.
• Accessible for users across your business.
• Some reviewers reference a lack of clear documentation.
• More complex components require manual coding.
• Not suitable for large-scale applications.

• Strict privacy policies and commitments.
• Natural language parsing unlocks insights for non-technical users.
• All apps built in Zoho Creator come with native iOS and Android apps.

• Reviewers mention the shallow learning curve and ease of use.
• Integrations with Microsoft and Google workspaces.
• Quick to learn and smooth onboarding.
• Custom code additions must be written in Zoho’s own language ‘Deluge’.
• Products lack customization options, especially as complexity increases.
• Some reviewers highlight a lack of scalability for the apps they’ve built.