Newly

Build native iOS and Android apps with AI — no coding required.

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Overview

Newly is an AI-powered platform that builds native iOS and Android apps from simple prompts. It uses React Native and Expo to generate production-ready code with full source ownership, includes automated backend, real-time previews, and compliance-ready deployment to App Store and Google Play. Built for founders, product teams, and non-developers who want to turn ideas into shipped apps quickly, with collaboration and scalable infrastructure.

Description

Newly AI: Build Native iOS & Android Apps with AI

Newly AI (Newly) is an AI-powered platform that lets anyone turn a simple idea into a production-ready native app for iOS and Android. Using natural language prompts, you can describe your app in any language and watch a real, fully native app come to life in real-time. No coding required.

Why Newly is Different

  • True native apps, not web wrappers or PWAs. Built with React Native and Expo, your apps compile to real iOS and Android native code for top-tier performance and user experience.
  • AI-powered development that lets you describe features in plain English and generate production-ready code.
  • Full ownership of your code. Export the complete source code anytime and deploy anywhere with zero vendor lock-in.
  • Compliance baked in from day one. Newly integrates App Store and Google Play readiness into the build process, helping you avoid rejections and speed up publishing.

Core Features

  • AI-Driven Idea to App: Describe your app in natural language, and Newly’s advanced AI agent designs, builds, and deploys it.
  • Real Native Code: React Native + Expo-based apps that compile to true native code, not webviews.
  • Live, Real-Device Preview: See changes instantly on a real mobile device preview and iterate with the AI.
  • Full Code Ownership: Download the ZIP or export to GitHub; modify and deploy without vendor lock-in.
  • Built-in Code Editor: Edit generated code inside Newly or continue in your own environment.
  • Automated Backend & Backend Features: Liquid Backend provides database, authentication (email/password and Google OAuth with one prompt), file storage, websockets, and serverless functions. Optional integrations include email (Resend) and SMS (Twilio).
  • Backend Generations & API Connections: Automatic API and database creation to connect your app to services and data sources.
  • App Store & Play Store Deployment: One-click deployment workflow to iOS and Android stores via Expo Launch and EAS Build.
  • Automated Store Assets: Generate App Store and Google Play Store assets (screenshots, metadata, privacy policies, terms) automatically.
  • APK Builder for Android: Built-in APK generation so you can test and publish easily—no Android Studio setup required.
  • Design & UI Tweaks: Canvas for precise UI adjustments; embedded device previews for real-world feel.
  • Real-Time Collaboration: Build Together—invite teammates to work in real-time on the same project.
  • Templates, Examples, and Resources: App templates and prepared examples to jumpstart your work.
  • Testing & Compliance Simulated: Test on simulators and real devices; ensure readiness before submission.

Real-World Use Cases

  • Founders and solo developers shipping MVPs quickly without writing code.
  • Hackathon participants prototyping concepts in hours, not days.
  • Students learning mobile app development with hands-on, runnable projects.
  • Product teams delivering compliant, store-ready apps with integrated backend and authentication.
  • Teams who want to own and modify the generated code while avoiding vendor lock-in.

How It Works (Simple Flow)

1) Sign up and describe your app idea.
2) Watch the AI generate a production-ready native app and preview it live.
3) Iterate with the AI, tweak UI, add features, and connect backends.
4) Deploy to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store directly from Newly, with automated compliance checks and store-ready assets.

Technical Stack

  • Mobile Framework: Rea...
Features
What you're building
The technical artifact this tool produces
Mobile app
App type
The domain or industry the built app is intended for
Productivity
How you build
The interface and interaction model used to create the app
Prompt / chat
The builder runs as
How and where the builder tool itself is accessed
Web app
Min skill level
The minimum technical skill level required to use the builder effectively
Beginner
Coding required
The degree to which writing code is necessary
Zero code
Includes
Built-in components and capabilities the tool provides out of the box
UI builder
Backend logic
Database
Auth / user management
API layer
Custom domain
Whether the tool allows publishing the app under a custom domain
Export formats
File formats or frameworks the tool can export the app as
React Native
ZIP
APK / IPA
You own / can export the code
Whether the user can export and fully own the underlying source code
Enterprise features
Advanced features typically required by teams and organizations
SSO / SAML
Role-based permissions
SOC2
Pricing
Available pricing and access models
Paid
Pricing
Starter Plan ( Tiered )
Agent
$25 /mo
User Reviews
1,247 reviews
MK
Marcus K.
✔ Verified·SaaS Founder·Used 2 years
4.8
★★★★★
Overall
Ease of use
4.0
Features
5.0
Performance
4.5
Value
4.8
Support
4.5
Scalability
4.8
Plugins
5.0
Built my entire SaaS on Bubble — $40k MRR now

I was skeptical about no-code but Bubble proved me wrong. I built a B2B client portal with complex permissions, Stripe billing, and real-time notifications. The learning curve is real — give yourself 2–3 weeks — but once it clicks, you're unstoppable. Performance has been solid at our scale.

SaaSB2BStripe
SP
Sara P.
✔ Verified·Designer → Builder·Used 8 months
3.9
★★★★☆
Overall
Ease of use
2.5
Features
5.0
Performance
3.0
Value
4.0
Support
4.5
Scalability
3.5
Plugins
4.5
Incredibly powerful, but the learning curve is steep

Coming from Webflow, Bubble felt overwhelming at first. The editor UX isn't as polished, and performance on complex apps can feel sluggish. That said, nothing else lets you build a full database-driven app without code. The community forums are excellent — almost every problem has been solved by someone.

Webflow migrantDesign
JL
James L.
✔ Verified·Product Manager·Used 3 months
3.1
★★★☆☆
Overall
Ease of use
3.5
Features
4.5
Performance
3.0
Value
1.5
Support
3.0
Scalability
2.5
Plugins
4.0
Great for MVPs, but pricing scales poorly

Used Bubble to ship our MVP in 6 weeks, which was genuinely impressive. But once we needed real capacity, the jump from Growth to Team ($29 to $529/mo) was brutal for a bootstrapped startup. The server unit model is also confusing to reason about. Would love a mid-tier option.

MVPPricing concernBootstrapped
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Latest Updates
Mar 2025
Major
AI Autocomplete in Workflow Editor

Bubble now suggests the next workflow action based on your current logic using an embedded AI assistant — dramatically speeds up building complex multi-step flows.

Feb 2025
Improvement
Responsive Engine 2.0

Completely redesigned responsive layout system with per-breakpoint controls. Existing apps auto-migrate with one-click. Mobile apps now build 3× faster.

Jan 2025
Major
Native Git-style Version Branches

Team plan subscribers can now create development branches, make changes in isolation, and merge them back — similar to Git branching. Long requested by professional teams.

Dec 2024
Fix
Database Performance Improvements

Fixed significant performance degradation on apps with 1M+ rows caused by query planner regression. Apps now load 40–60% faster under heavy data loads.

Nov 2024
Improvement
Improved Plugin API v3

Rebuilt plugin API with TypeScript support, better error handling, and a new sandbox testing environment. Developer documentation fully rewritten.

Frequently Asked Questions
Newly is an AI-powered platform that builds native iOS and Android mobile apps from simple text descriptions. It uses React Native and Expo to create production-ready applications with full source code ownership.
No coding experience is required. Simply describe your app idea in any language, and Newly's AI will generate the complete native mobile application for you. However, having coding knowledge allows you to customize and extend your app further.
Newly builds native apps for iOS, Android, and web using React Native and Expo. Your apps will work on iPhones, iPads, Android devices, and web browsers. The apps compile to real native code for optimal performance on mobile devices.
Yes! When your app is ready, you can use Expo Launch to publish your app to the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and the web.
Yes, you have full ownership of your app's source code. You can download the files as a ZIP or export them as a GitHub repository. Modify and deploy it anywhere without any vendor lock-in. The code is yours to keep forever.
Newly includes Liquid Backend as our primary backend provider—it comes automatically when you prompt for backend features and is included in your monthly subscription. Liquid Backend provides database, authentication (email/password and Google OAuth with just 1 prompt!), file storage, websockets, and serverless functions. For emails, integrate Resend. For SMS, integrate Twilio.
Newly starts at $25 USD per month. Higher tiers provide more prompts per month - all features are included in every plan. Check the pricing page for detailed information about available plans.
Absolutely! Since you own the source code, you can modify it however you like. You can edit the code inside Newly with the built-in IDE, or take the code and work on it yourself. The code is clean, well-structured React Native code that follows industry best practices.
Yes! Newly includes a built-in APK builder at no extra cost. When you build your Android app, Newly generates the APK file which you can install or upload to the Google Play Store.
Building an APK with Newly is simple — click the build button in your project dashboard and wait for the build to complete. Newly handles all Android build configuration automatically and provides a direct download link.
Absolutely! With Newly's APK builder, you can generate APK files instantly to test on real Android devices. Download the APK and install it on your phone or tablet before publishing.
Links
Website newly.app
Linkedin linkedin.com
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ToolStack Verdict
9.1
Exceptional

Bubble remains the gold standard for full-stack no-code development. The power ceiling is unmatched — if you're willing to climb the learning curve, you can build virtually anything. Best for ambitious founders and product teams.

Pros

  • Full-stack in one tool
  • Huge plugin ecosystem
  • Real-time features built-in
  • Thriving community

Cons

  • Steep learning curve
  • No code export
  • Performance at scale
  • Pricing jump is large
Quick Facts
Founded2012
HeadquartersNew York, USA
Funding$100M+ (Series A)
Users4M+ builders
Apps built2M+ total
Free planYes
Pricing from$29/mo
CategoryVisual App Builder
Mobile appsWeb only
Open sourceNo
Last reviewedMar 2025
Best For
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