Overview
Bolt.new by StackBlitz is a browser-based AI tool that builds and runs full-stack web apps from a prompt using WebContainers. You can edit the generated code live, install packages, and deploy without any local setup.
Key features
- ✓ Prompt-to-app
- ✓ In-browser runtime
- ✓ Live code editing
- ✓ Package installs
- ✓ One-click deploy
Pros
- + No local setup
- + Fast prototyping
- + Full-stack output
Cons
- – Token limits on free tier
- – Struggles with complex apps
- – Browser-only
Best for
PrototypingMVPsLearning full-stack
Frequently asked questions
- Is Bolt.new free?
- Bolt.new uses a freemium model: there is a free tier, with paid plans starting at $20/mo (Pro).
- What is Bolt.new used for?
- Prompt, run, edit, and deploy full-stack apps. It is commonly used for prototyping, mvps, learning full-stack.
- Does Bolt.new offer an API?
- No, Bolt.new does not currently offer a public API.
- What are the best Bolt.new alternatives?
- Popular Bolt.new alternatives include ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Claude Code. You can compare them on HUMAGENTLAB.