Bolt.new
by StackBlitz
Short answer: Bolt.new is a freemium coding tool from StackBlitz with a free tier, ranked #4 of 14 in Coding with an editorial score of 89/100.
Prompt-to-app builder that generates, runs and deploys full-stack web apps in the browser.
Key facts
- Maker
- StackBlitz
- Official site
- bolt.new
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Free tier
- Yes
- Pricing note
- Free plan with daily and monthly token limits.
- Pricing page
- Official pricing
- Launched
- Not verified
- Last fact-checked
Who Bolt.new is for
Bolt.new is listed for Coding, with a focus on app builder, no-code and web apps. You can start on the free tier and upgrade later.
Where it scores well
- Quick for a new user to get value from (ease of use rated 5/5).
- Solid capability for its core job (4/5).
Things to weigh
- Newer or less proven than established tools (rated 3/5).
Consider instead: GitHub Copilot, because it ranks higher in Coding (#1, score 98).
Based on our editorial sub-scores and verified pricing fields, not on user reviews.
Bolt.new pricing model
Bolt.new is freemium. Freemium means a free plan with limits, plus paid upgrades for more usage or features. A free tier is available.
Free plan with daily and monthly token limits.
We don't list plan prices because they change often. See current prices on the official Bolt.new pricing page. Last fact-checked .
Bolt.new vs alternatives in Coding
| Tool | Rank | Score | Pricing model | Free tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolt.new | #4 | 89 | Freemium | Yes |
| Cursor | #2 | 93 | Freemium | Yes |
| Replit | #3 | 91 | Freemium | Yes |
| Lovable | #5 | 89 | Freemium | Yes |
| v0 | #6 | 89 | Freemium | Yes |
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Editorial ranking
- #4 of 14 in Coding (score 89)
Score breakdown for Coding (primary use case)
| Criterion | Weight | Score (1–5) | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Use-case fit | 25% | 5 | 25.0 |
| Capability | 25% | 4 | 20.0 |
| Ease of use | 15% | 5 | 15.0 |
| Access & value | 15% | 5 | 15.0 |
| Maturity | 10% | 3 | 6.0 |
| Transparency | 10% | 4 | 8.0 |
| Editorial score | 89 / 100 |
Points = weight × (score ÷ 5) × 100, summed and rounded. Use-case fit and access are derived from the data (primary category and verified pricing); the other four are editor ratings. Editorial assessment, not a measured benchmark. How we score.
Sources
Tags
- app builder
- no-code
- web apps
Frequently asked questions
- Is Bolt.new free?
- Yes. Bolt.new has a free tier; its pricing model is freemium. Free plan with daily and monthly token limits.
- How much does Bolt.new cost?
- Bolt.new's pricing model is freemium. Free plan with daily and monthly token limits. Current plan prices are listed on the official pricing page: https://bolt.new/pricing.
- What is Bolt.new used for?
- Prompt-to-app builder that generates, runs and deploys full-stack web apps in the browser. Bolt.new is made by StackBlitz. On Pickfinch it is listed under Coding.
- How does Pickfinch rate Bolt.new?
- Bolt.new has an editorial score of 89/100 in Coding, its primary use case, ranking #4 of 14. The score combines use-case fit 25%, capability 25%, ease of use 15%, access & value 15%, maturity 10% and transparency 10%. It is an editorial judgment, not a benchmark, and sponsorship never changes it.
- What are the best Bolt.new alternatives?
- In Coding, the highest-ranked alternatives to Bolt.new are GitHub Copilot (98), Cursor (93) and Replit (91), by editorial score out of 100.
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