AppMachine

appmachine.com
DevOps
Weekend Project

Fast, no-code App Builder

How to Replace AppMachine

Overview

AppMachine is a no-code platform that enables anyone to build powerful mobile and web applications without writing code. It supports building apps for iOS, Android, and web with a drag-and-drop interface. The platform is designed for both beginners and experienced developers who want to create professional apps quickly and cost-effectively.

Features

33 features across 16 categories

Automation(2)

Logic & WorkflowsPremium

Advanced logic and workflow capabilities for agency and enterprise plans

Workflow AutomationPremium

Automate actions within your app with custom-defined workflows

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Branding(1)

Remove BrandingPremium

Remove AppMachine branding from apps for white-label solutions

Also in: Lightspeed POS, Lessonly, Setmore

Collaboration(1)

Team CollaborationPremium

Multiple team members can actively work on apps simultaneously

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Obsidian

Content Management(2)

Information Sharing

Share contact details, products, FAQs with users directly or from spreadsheets and web services

White Label CMSPremium

Allow clients to edit their own app content through a client management system

Also in: Juro, Notion, WordPress.com

Data Management(2)

Advanced Column Types

Support for advanced data types to integrate with your app

User-Specific DataPremium

Store and manage data specific to individual app users

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Design(3)

Responsive Design

Apps automatically optimize for phone, tablet, and desktop devices

Tablet OptimizationPremium

Fully optimized user experience for tablet devices

Theme Customization

Adjust colors, upload logos and images, with theme styles applied instantly across all screens

Also in: Squarespace, InVision, WordPress.com

Development(5)

Custom ActionsPremium

Create custom actions to extend app functionality

Drag-and-Drop Editor

Visual editor with Lego block system for building apps without coding

JavaScript ExtensionsPremium

Add custom features and advanced functionality using JavaScript code

Multi-Platform Support

Build apps for iOS, Android, and web from a single codebase

Pre-defined Components

Library of pre-defined and custom blocks/elements for building apps

Also in: Kissflow, Lattice, WordPress.com

E-commerce(2)

E-commerce FeaturesPremium

Enable in-app purchases to generate additional revenue

MonetizationPremium

Sell products or services in app, sell advertising space, or distribute via freemium or paid models

Engagement(1)

Push NotificationsPremium

Send push notifications to keep users up to date with latest news and information

Hosting(1)

Custom DomainsPremium

Create and host apps on your own custom domain

Integrations(3)

Data Integration

Connect Google Sheets, Excel, or create custom data tables that automatically transform into app screens

Data Sources

Connect to AppMachine, Google Sheets, CSV, and XLS data sources

Web Service IntegrationPremium

Show externally hosted data in your app and post, put, delete data hosted elsewhere

Publishing(2)

App Store PublishingPremium

Publish apps to Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and web automatically

Progressive Web App (PWA)

Publish apps as Progressive Web Apps

Security(2)

Password ProtectionPremium

Make entire app or specific sections accessible only with password

Protected ColumnsPremium

Control data editing with column-level permissions for specific users

Support(4)

Community Support

Access to community support forums and resources

Dedicated Expert SessionsPremium

Expert sessions and dedicated support for agency plan users

Email SupportPremium

Email-based customer support

Phone SupportPremium

Phone-based customer support

Templates(1)

Template Library

Pre-built templates for various use cases including tourist information, business events, schools, and religious communities

Testing(1)

Real-time Preview

Test all app functions in real-time before publishing to ensure customer satisfaction

Pricing

Instant

$15/month (Save 20% annually)
  • 1 Web App
  • Phone & Tablet optimization
  • 1 Team member
  • Community Support
  • 500 total rows
  • 50 active app users
  • 1,000 allowed app actions
  • 200 MB file storage
  • 0 push notifications
  • PWA included
  • Components included
  • Column Types included
  • Web service - Show data
  • Data sources: AppMachine, Google Sheets, CSV, XLS

Professional

Popular
$63/month (Save 20% annually)
  • 1 iOS, Android & Web app
  • Phone & Tablet optimization
  • 2 Team members
  • Community & Email Support
  • 10,000 total rows
  • 1,000 active app users
  • 10,000 allowed app actions
  • 5 GB file storage
  • 25,000 push notifications
  • PWA included
  • Tablet included
  • iOS and Android App publishing
  • Password protection
  • Custom Domains
  • Web service Edits
  • Custom Actions
  • User-specific data
  • Protected columns
  • E-commerce
  • Components included
  • Column Types included
  • Web service - Show data
  • Data sources: AppMachine, Google Sheets, CSV, XLS

Agency

$159/month (Save 20% annually)
  • 5 Web, iOS & Android Apps
  • Phone & Tablet optimization
  • 3 Team members
  • Email & Phone Support
  • 25,000 total rows
  • 5,000 active app users
  • 100,000 allowed app actions
  • 100 GB file storage
  • 200,000 push notifications
  • PWA included
  • Tablet included
  • iOS and Android App publishing
  • Password protection
  • Custom Domains
  • Web service Edits
  • Custom Actions
  • User-specific data
  • Protected columns
  • E-commerce
  • Workflow automation
  • White label CMS
  • Remove branding included
  • Expert Sessions
  • Logic & Workflows
  • Components included
  • Column Types included
  • Web service - Show data
  • Data sources: AppMachine, Google Sheets, CSV, XLS

Enterprise

Custom
  • Unlimited options
  • Custom integrations
  • Scalable for larger agencies

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying AppMachine

Monthly$15/mo
Yearly$180/yr
5-Year Total$900

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~2 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$180
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$540
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$900
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 33 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a AppMachine alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 33 features.

Buy AppMachine

Better Value
Monthly cost$150/mo
3-year total$5,400
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Buying AppMachine saves ~$31,560 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 33 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

8 known integrations

Apple App StoreCSVExcelGoogle Play StoreGoogle SheetsWeb ServicesXLSZapier