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Adalo

Design and publish custom apps without coding.

Checked 4 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since May 2024

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At a glance

Starts at Free to start Price as published by the vendor, September 2026.
Free tier Yes
Platforms Web
Best for Entrepreneurs, small teams.
Not for Complex database administrators

4.0 out of 5

Scored by Alex after real use

Our verdict

Adalo is great for building custom apps quickly but may fall short on complex enterprise needs. It's free to start, making it a low-cost option, though it lacks some advanced features available in premium plans.

✓What it does well

Visual DesignCreate custom designs with drag-and-drop tools.
AI AssistanceAutomatically generate UI elements as you work.
Multi-Platform PublishingPublish apps to iOS, Android, and web from one project.

✕Where it falls short

Advanced FeaturesLimited features in the free plan; lacks advanced admin controls.
Custom IntegrationsFewer third-party integrations compared to premium options like Zapier.
Database ManagementFree plan has limited database features, requires paid plans for more complex needs.

Key features

Postgres DatabaseHosted Postgres with up to 500 records free.
AI BuilderAutomatically generates UI based on your inputs.
Responsive Design ComponentsBuild responsive apps for different devices easily.
Advanced Admin ControlsComplex Database Management Requires Paid Plans

Questions about Adalo

What is Adalo?

Adalo lets people design and publish custom apps without coding. It offers drag-and-drop visual design, an AI builder that generates UI from a user's inputs, responsive design components for different devices, and a hosted Postgres database.

Is Adalo free?

Adalo is free to start, with a free tier that includes a hosted Postgres database with up to 500 records. The Pro plan costs $45 a month for more advanced features and support, and the Business plan costs $90 a month for additional users and integrations.

Can Adalo publish apps to iOS and Android?

Yes. Adalo publishes apps to iOS, Android and the web from one project, which the reviewer lists among its strengths. The builder itself runs on the web and is aimed at entrepreneurs and small teams.

What are the limits of Adalo?

Adalo's free plan has limited features and limited database tools, so more complex needs require paid plans. The reviewer also notes it lacks advanced admin controls, has fewer third-party integrations than options like Zapier, and may fall short on complex enterprise needs.

How does Toolio score Adalo?

Adalo holds a Toolio score of 4.0 out of 5, given by Alex after real use on 4 Oct 2026. Toolio marks it as not for complex database administrators, and the reviewer calls it a low-cost option for building custom apps quickly.

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