Web apps are everywhere now. From online stores to booking platforms to internal dashboards, just about every business has one. Or wants one. Or at the very least, dreams about launching one.

But here’s the catch: building a web app usually comes with a pretty heavy upfront investment. We’re talking developers, DevOps, databases, hosting, frontend/backend setup, and let’s not even get into all the different services you have to stitch together just to make it work. It’s no small feat, especially if you’re a small team, a solo founder, or someone who just doesn’t have the budget (or energy) to manage it all.

So what if you could build, launch, and scale your web app without needing a whole dev team… and with a little help from AI?

That’s where Gadget comes in. And wow—this one’s addictive (see what I did there).

What’s the Deal

All-in-One Platform (With Zero Setup Headaches)

Gadget is basically like having your own tech stack, minus the chaos. It gives you everything you need to build a real web app—backend, frontend, database, APIs, hosting—all wired up and ready to go, right out of the box.

You don’t need to worry about setting up AWS or figuring out how to connect your database to your app. It’s all built-in. You open Gadget, start building, and just… keep going.

An AI Assistant That Actually Gets It

One of the coolest parts? Gadget comes with its own AI assistant—custom-trained on everything Gadget-related. That means it’s not just a general-purpose chatbot. This thing actually knows the platform and helps you:

• • Create your data models
  • Generate sample data
    
  • Write backend functions
    
  • Debug code
    
  • Understand platform-specific concepts
    

It’s like having a super helpful (and super patient) senior dev on hand when you’re stuck—or just want to go faster.

Pre-Built Integrations That Save Hours

Gadget also has a growing list of pre-built integrations for things like authentication, third-party APIs, file storage, and more. You don’t need to build those systems from scratch (unless you really want to).

So if you’re trying to launch, say, a customer portal with sign-ins, data fetching, and file uploads—you can plug in a few pieces, and Gadget handles the rest.

Workspaces, Projects, and Dev Environments Done Right

With Gadget, you get an in-browser IDE where you can code, debug, and deploy—all in the same place. No complicated deployment setup or juggling between GitHub, VS Code, and Netlify.

And here’s a great bonus: you can spin up unlimited development environments, even on the free plan. That’s especially handy if you’re collaborating with others or testing out new features in isolation.

Real-World Use Cases

This isn’t just a tool for hobbyists. Gadget’s being used for serious things, like:

• • Startup MVPs: Get an app off the ground in days, not weeks.
    
  • Internal Tools: Ditch the endless spreadsheets and build tools tailored for your ops.
    
  • SaaS Products: Launch subscription-based platforms without reinventing the backend wheel.
    

Whether you’re a product manager who dabbles in code or a solo founder trying to launch fast, Gadget gives you the rails and lets you focus on what actually matters: building something useful.

How to Get Started with Gadget

According to their pricing landing page, everyone starts on the free Hobby plan. You can build unlimited development apps, have one live production app, and even get 25 AI credits each month to help you build and debug faster. You also get basic hosting (0.5 GB storage and 50 GB bandwidth), plus up to 10 installs of Gadget apps. It’s perfect if you’re just starting out or if you’re working solo.

When your project starts gaining traction or you’re collaborating with a small team, you can easily upgrade to the Pro plan at $35/month. That unlocks everything in the Hobby plan plus more AI credits (250 per month), greater storage and bandwidth, team collaboration features, and access to more advanced tools. It’s a pretty smooth progression—no hidden fees or confusing upgrade paths. And if you’re working on a more complex or large-scale project, there’s also an enterprise option. For that, you just hop on a quick call with the Gadget team to customize the right solution for your needs.

You can check out all the details and sign up over at gadget.dev/pricing.

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