Backendless

Backendless is a visual low-code app builder with UI, codeless logic, real-time database, messaging and more. The service has the full range of tools to build and run high-performance apps, and it's designed to be fast and efficient, so it's good for developers who want something that scales and doesn't cost too much.

Backendless is designed to make development easier. You can quickly build a good-looking user interface with a visual UI builder. Codeless frontend logic means you don't have to write code to link elements together, which can save time and cut down on errors. And with built-in API integration, the frontend and backend can communicate easily to handle data.

The service lets you build responsive web and mobile apps at the same time, so you can ensure a good user experience regardless of whether people are using a phone or laptop. Blueprints for apps are available to get you started and to get a better idea of how things work for different businesses and apps.

Backendless also has real-time database abilities, letting you re-create real-world data relationships and business processes. The visual schema modeler and database views let you handle data. You can build functions quickly without code with the codeless logic blocks for the UI.

User management is also automated, with 18+ third-party authentication providers and session management. Users can automate custom emails and push notifications, and the fully managed serverless infrastructure means you can scale without a problem.

You can deploy your app in a variety of ways, including serverless for maximum scalability, self-hosted for maximum control, or managed for maximum ease of use. The service supports a variety of integrations, including FlutterFlow, Bubble.io, Thunkable, Adalo, AppGyver, Zapier and Make (Integromat).

Pricing plans vary depending on your needs, with a free plan that grows as your app grows. The Backendless Cloud plan offers paid options that are relatively cheap for server resources and database capacity. The Backendless Pro plan offers an unlimited on-premise product with no functional limits, and the Managed Backendless plan offers a dedicated cluster with fully managed services.

Backendless is good for individuals, small businesses and larger enterprises that want to build apps that scale without having to write a lot of code. Its features, flexible hosting options and pricing make it a good all-purpose app development foundation.

Published on June 14, 2024