Replacement Guide

How to Build Your Own Shoutem

Replace Shoutem with a custom build. Create Mobile Apps with No-Code App Maker

Weekend Project
24 features5 integrationsOne weekend

Estimated Timeline

Based on 24 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.

1
Setup & scaffolding
2 hours
2
Core features
4-6 hours
3
Polish & deploy
2 hours

Recommended Tech Stack

Next.js 14

Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components

Supabase

PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first styling for rapid UI development

Key Features to Replicate

Top features across 8 categories. See all 24 features

Engagement(3 features)

Loyalty Programs

Create fully branded customer loyalty programs with single and multi-location support

Push Notifications

Create and send customized push notifications to individual users for engagement

Real-time Updates

Push notifications, feed updates, live streaming, and abandoned cart notifications

Backend(2 features)

Business Logic in Cloud

Keep all app logic in the cloud without maintaining complex development environments

Mobile Backend and CMS

Integrated CMS, analytics, and engagement tools with detailed role-based support

Core Development(2 features)

Android and iOS App Builder

Create apps compatible with both Android and iOS platforms simultaneously

Native App Development

Build native apps for iOS, Android, and HTML5 without coding using React Native

Design(2 features)

Template Library

Immense library of customizable templates for different app types

UI Toolkit and Design Templates

Beautiful native UI interface with fresh themes, animations, and customization options

Integrations(2 features)

Numerous App Integrations

Integrate third-party services and back-end systems for enhanced functionality

Social Media Integrations

Post content directly to Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare and other social platforms

Publishing(2 features)

App Publishing

One-click publishing to Google Play Store and Apple App Store

Automated App Building and Publishing

Streamlined app rebuilding and republishing process with minimal development effort

Testing(2 features)

Disclose Preview App

Test and preview app before submission with ability to test push notifications and take store screenshots

Live Testing and Previewing

View app as user would see it and test for bugs before publishing

Analytics(1 features)

App Analytics

Analyze app data with easy-to-understand reports containing key metrics

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Shoutem

Monthly$79/mo
Yearly$948/yr
5-Year Total$4.7k

Build It Yourself

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

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $708
SaaS
$948
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $2.1k
SaaS
$2.8k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $3.5k
SaaS
$4.7k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 24 features at very easy complexity.

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