Head to head · Coding · updated Oct 17, 2026
Bolt.new vs Lovable
Bolt.new scores 64 to Lovable's 30 on public evidence for build an app from a prompt (vibe coding), and they rank #2 and #3 there. Both are free to start. Numbers below are the same public signals the ranking uses, recomputed nightly — nothing here is sponsored.
Bolt.new
Browser-based app builder that runs a full Node.js environment via WebContainers.
+ Runs npm, dev servers, and builds entirely in the browser so nothing is installed.
− Token-metered pricing burns through the monthly allowance on larger projects.
Lovable
Chat-based builder that generates full-stack React apps with Supabase backends from a prompt.
+ Supabase auth, database, and edge functions are wired up without any configuration.
− Credits run out fast when debugging, since every fix attempt costs a message.
Side by side
public evidence| Bolt.new | Lovable | |
|---|---|---|
| Evidence score / 100 | 64 | 30 |
| GitHub stars | 16,578 | closed source |
| Hacker News stories, 30d | 0 | 11 |
| Release-feed mentions, 30d | 0 | 0 |
| Last activity | 668 days ago | – |
| Pricing | Free tier · Pro $20/mo | Free tier · Pro $25/mo |
| Platforms | web | web |
| Maker | StackBlitz | Lovable |
Which one?
Pick Bolt.new if
- you want the stronger public evidence (64 vs 30)
- a bigger GitHub community matters (16,578 vs 0 stars)
Best for quick prototypes and Expo mobile apps.
Pick Lovable if
Supabase auth, database, and edge functions are wired up without any configuration.
Best for non-developers shipping a working SaaS MVP.