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No-code platforms are breaking down the traditional barriers to building apps, websites, and automations. You no longer need to have an in-house development team or a big budget to get started.
A number of the most powerful no-code platforms today include free plans that enable anyone, from solo founders to non-profit organizations, to get started right away, sometimes even without having to enter a credit card number.
These are not trial levels; these are robust enough for prototyping, side projects, and even running early-stage businesses. Whether you're testing something new, building your portfolio, or simply messing around with how a platform works, no-code solutions provide an on-ramp.
What to Expect from Free No-Code Tools
- Free plans typically include core functionality (like drag-and-drop builders or basic automation).
- There may be limits on usage, such as number of users, records, or integrations, but they’re usually generous enough for small-scale projects.
- Most tools offer no credit card sign-up, so you can explore with zero risk.
- Ideal for students, bootstrappers, side hustlers, or anyone looking to build without upfront costs.
Whether you are creating a website, launching a new product, or streamlining workflows, these no-code tools with free plans are the best place to start building today.
Glide
What it does: Glide lets you build mobile and web apps using data from Google Sheets or Excel, no coding or design skills required.
Best for: Internal tools, CRMs, directories, dashboards.
Key Features:
- Drag-and-drop app builder with pre-built components
- Live data sync with Google Sheets and Excel
- User login, roles, and permissions
- Action-based workflows and logic
- App sharing via URL or QR code
Pricing: Free for up to 3 apps, with Glide branding and 500 rows per app.
Head over to our in-depth Glide - Overview and Glide - How to Learn for more insights.
Softr
What it does: Softr allows users to build full-featured web apps, client portals, and internal tools using Airtable or Google Sheets as a backend.
Best for: Client portals, marketplaces, membership sites.
Key Features:
- Drag-and-drop page builder
- Built-in authentication and user groups
- Dynamic filtering and search
- Responsive layouts and custom domains
- Pre-made templates for quick launch
Pricing: Free for 1 app, 200 Airtable records, Softr branding.
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Tally
What it does: Tally is a free, intuitive form builder with logic, integrations, and unlimited submissions.
Best for: Lead generation, surveys, contact forms.
Key Features:
- Unlimited forms, questions, and responses
- Custom logic, conditional flows, and calculations
- Notion-style interface
- Native integrations with tools like Notion, Zapier, Airtable
- Embeds for websites and Webflow
Pricing: Free with all core features, plus optional paid upgrades.
Zapier
What it does: Zapier connects your apps and automates workflows between them with easy, visual logic.
Best for: Automating repetitive business or personal tasks.
Key Features:
- 6,000+ app integrations
- No-code automation builder
- Webhooks, filters, and multi-step flows (on paid plans)
- Email and Slack integrations
- Community of pre-built workflows (Zaps)
Pricing: Free plan includes 100 tasks/month and up to 5 single-step Zaps.
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Carrd
What it does: Carrd is a one-page website builder that’s fast, simple, and beautiful, great for landing pages and profiles.
Best for: Personal sites, coming soon pages, portfolios.
Key Features:
- Simple drag-and-drop interface
- Mobile-responsive design
- Custom HTML, embeds, and forms
- SEO settings and analytics (Pro plans)
- Easily publish and manage multiple sites
Pricing: Free for up to 3 sites with Carrd branding.
For a full breakdown, don’t miss our Carrd - Overview. We have also made Tutorials on how to make a one-page site using Carrd. If you are a visual learner feel free to to check out our YouTube Channel
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Bravo Studio
What it does: Bravo converts your Figma designs into native iOS and Android apps — perfect for designers building real mobile apps.
Best for: Figma users, product designers, MVPs.
Key Features:
- Sync Figma files directly into Bravo
- Connect APIs and dynamic data
- Real-time preview with the Bravo Vision app
- Native mobile features like camera, GPS, etc.
- Push notifications and app store exports (on paid plans)
Pricing: Free for 1 project with Bravo branding and limited features.
Want a deeper dive? Check out our Bravo Studio – Overview.
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Thunkable
What it does: Thunkable is a no-code platform for building and publishing cross-platform mobile apps.
Best for: Learning mobile dev, launching MVPs.
Key Features:
- Drag-and-drop logic blocks
- iOS and Android publishing
- Live preview on real devices
- Components for maps, camera, database, and more
- Firebase, REST API, and Airtable integrations
Pricing: Free for 1 project with Thunkable branding, limited publishing.
For a full breakdown, don’t miss our Thunkable - Overview, Thunkable - 101 and Thunkable - How to Learn
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Pory
What it does: Pory enables you to build flexible web apps and directories using Airtable as a backend.
Best for: Community platforms, resource directories.
Key Features:
- Airtable-to-website publishing
- Custom templates and themes
- Member-only content
- Simple page-level permissions
- Built-in search and filters
Pricing: Free for 1 app and up to 50 Airtable records.
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Webflow
What it does: Webflow is a professional-grade visual web builder that gives you pixel-perfect design control with zero coding.
Best for: Marketing sites, advanced portfolios, landing pages.
Key Features:
- Drag-and-drop visual editor
- CMS collections for dynamic content
- Hosting, SEO, and form handling
- Figma-like design control with custom breakpoints
- Web animations and interactions
Pricing: Free Starter Site includes 50 CMS items and Webflow branding.
We cover this tool in more detail in our full Webflow - Overview.
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Conclusion
It's never been simpler, or cheaper, to get started with no-code. These no-cost tools are an easy low-risk entry point to try out powerful platforms, experiment with new concepts, and even deploy working products without code or the cost.
Whether student, solo founder, or no-code curious, free plans offer the autonomy to experiment, iterate, and create with confidence.
Why Try These Free No-Code Tools?
- No credit card required: Explore instantly, risk-free
- Perfect for MVPs: Test, prototype, and validate ideas without financial pressure
- Flexible and beginner-friendly: Ideal for makers at any skill level
- Room to grow: Upgrade later only when your needs expand
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