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Backendless

A visual app development platform with UI builder, codeless logic, real-time database, and AI automation for rapid app creation.

Introduction

Backendless is a low-code/no-code application development platform that empowers developers to build scalable web and mobile applications rapidly. It combines a visual UI builder, codeless logic, a real-time database, and backend management tools into a single platform. Key features include:

  • Visual UI Builder: Design user interfaces with drag-and-drop components, codeless event handlers, and responsive layouts.
  • Codeless Logic: Implement complex application logic without writing code using visual blocks and pre-built APIs.
  • Real-Time Database: Store and manage data with a scalable, real-time database featuring relational data modeling and data visualization.
  • Backend Management: Manage users, security, APIs, and serverless functions through a centralized console.
  • AI Automation: Automate workflows and integrate AI-driven capabilities with FlowRunner.

Backendless is suitable for developers of all skill levels, from citizen developers to experienced programmers, and can be used to build a wide range of applications, including:

  • Mobile Apps: Create native iOS and Android apps with a visual interface and backend services.
  • Web Applications: Build responsive web apps with dynamic content and user interactions.
  • Internal Tools: Develop custom tools for business processes, data management, and workflow automation.
  • API Backends: Design and deploy REST APIs for integrating with other systems and services.

Latest News

Company | Backendless Backend as a Service Platform

Company | Backendless Backend as a Service Platform

8/5/2026

At Backendless, we are dedicated to constantly improving our platform to ensure that you have access to the latest and greatest backend technology. This timeline is just a brief snapshot of the development the platform has seen over the years. Want a more detailed look at our recent updates?

Status Update Category | Backendless

Status Update Category | Backendless

8/5/2026

We are preparing one of the final Beta builds for Backendless 4. The build should be released early in the week of June 19th. We plan to release the service out of beta shortly after that. One of the important changes in the upcoming service update will be the introduction of deployment models.

Status Category | Backendless

Status Category | Backendless

8/5/2026

We always wanted to visualize our release history to make it easy to navigate through the releases and see how a specific SDK or the core service is evolving. Today we release our release… ... We just pushed a new release to our production servers. The release includes multiple new features and a to...

November 30, 2023 | Backendless

November 30, 2023 | Backendless

8/5/2026

Great news for our Backendless community! We’re thrilled to announce a significant improvement in the Backendless Console, focusing on enhancing your experience in creating new applications. Our latest update introduces four distinct, user-friendly options for app creation, each tailored to suit you...

Backendless 5.0 Released | Backendless

Backendless 5.0 Released | Backendless

8/5/2026

Version 5.0 of Backendless is released with new features including real-time database, real-time messaging, API docs generation (Swagger, OpenAPI, WADL, 1A Blueprint), and a new graphical interface for Backendless counter and cache management.

Alternatives

  • Firebase

    Offers a comprehensive suite of backend services including a real-time database, authentication, and cloud functions, similar to Backendless's BaaS capabilities.

  • Supabase

    Provides an open-source alternative to Firebase with a PostgreSQL database, real-time subscriptions, and authentication, appealing to those seeking a similar BaaS with more control.

  • Bubble

    A robust no-code platform that allows users to build complex web applications with visual drag-and-drop interfaces and extensive workflow logic, mirroring Backendless's UI builder and codeless logic.

  • Adalo

    Enables the creation of native mobile and web apps using a drag-and-drop interface and built-in database, offering a no-code approach to app development like Backendless.

  • OutSystems

    A low-code platform for rapid application development that provides visual tools for building, deploying, and managing enterprise-grade applications, aligning with Backendless's rapid creation and visual development.

  • Mendix

    Offers a low-code development environment for building enterprise applications with visual modeling, AI assistance, and robust integration capabilities, similar to Backendless's visual and AI features.

  • SAP Build Apps (formerly AppGyver)

    A no-code platform that empowers users to build sophisticated web and mobile applications with powerful logic and integrations, serving as a direct competitor in the no-code space.

  • Retool

    Specializes in building internal tools and custom business applications rapidly using pre-built components and integrations, providing a low-code solution for specific app development needs.

  • Appian

    A low-code automation platform that combines visual development with process automation, AI, and data management to build enterprise applications, offering a broader automation scope.

  • Directus

    An open-source data platform that provides a headless API and a no-code app interface for any SQL database, offering a flexible backend solution with a visual management layer.

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Pricing

Pricing Model: Freemium, Subscription, On-Premise

Backendless Cloud - Free Tier (Springboard)

Getting started with Backendless Cloud is easy. Simply register to instantly start building your app on the free plan where you can experience all the features of the platform, no credit card required. When you’re ready to scale up, you can easily upgrade to one of our affordable paid plans to meet your server resource and database capability needs.

Free

Backendless Pro

Install an instance of the Backendless Platform anywhere – developer’s computer, private data center, public cloud, it’s up to you. Our on-premise product has no functional limitations for the core Backendless functionality can easily scale to handle very high transactional volume.

FREE Licensing

Managed Backendless

Ensure your Backendless Pro installation operates seamlessly with Managed Backendless, our premium subscription service. Our expert team of server administrators and DevOps engineers provides 24x7x365 monitoring, ensuring consistent uptime and proactive issue resolution. Available as a paid subscription, Managed Backendless offers you the confidence that your server environment is being expertly managed around the clock.

Paid Subscription (Contact for pricing)

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