Bolt.new
Bolt.new is an AI-powered platform that helps developers generate, test, and deploy web applications with modern frameworks. Built on StackBlitz’s WebContainers technology, it offers a complete development environment where you can create functional applications from text prompts, manually edit code, install packages, configure backends, and deploy with ease.
Main Features
AI Code Generation
Bolt.new allows you to input text prompts to create functional application codebases from scratch. The AI understands your requirements and generates appropriate code structures, components, and logic to fulfill your needs, saving significant development time.
Browser-Based IDE
After generating the initial codebase, you can manually add changes and modify the source code in Bolt’s browser-based integrated development environment. This gives you the flexibility to fine-tune the AI-generated code according to your specific requirements.
Frameworks Support
Bolt.new supports a wide range of popular frameworks and tools including Astro, Vite, Next.js, Svelte, Vue, Remix, and more. This flexibility allows developers to work with their preferred technologies and leverage the unique features of each framework.
Package Management
One of Bolt.new’s standout features is its ability to install NPM packages directly within the browser environment. This enables you to integrate third-party libraries and tools without leaving the platform, streamlining the development workflow.
Backend Configuration & Database Integration
Bolt.new allows you to configure backends and integrate databases like Supabase. This capability enables the development of full-stack applications with proper data storage and authentication mechanisms, all within the same platform.
Deployment Integration
The platform simplifies deployment with integrated support for Netlify. Once your application is ready, you can deploy it with a single click, making it accessible to users or stakeholders for review and feedback.
Error Detection
The platform’s AI assistant actively monitors for errors and suggests or implements fixes. This proactive approach to debugging helps maintain code quality and reduces the time spent troubleshooting issues.
Use Cases
MVP Prototyping
Bolt.new is an excellent solution for quickly creating proof-of-concept applications. The AI can rapidly generate a functional foundation from a basic product specification, which can then be customized as needed, allowing for faster validation of ideas.
Experimentation
With its zero-effort setup process, Bolt.new is ideal for developers who want to explore new technologies or frameworks without the need for extensive local configurations. This makes it perfect for learning and experimentation purposes.
Demos and Small Projects
The easy deployment feature makes Bolt.new valuable for creating and sharing demos or small projects. Teams can quickly generate, customize, and deploy applications for presentations, client reviews, or collaborative feedback sessions.
Teaching and Learning
Educators and students can use Bolt.new to teach and learn web development concepts without worrying about complex setup procedures. The platform provides a complete environment where learners can see immediate results from their code changes.
Versions and Pricing
Free
- Limited tokens for exploration
- Basic IDE features
- Framework support
- Suitable for trying out the platform
Pro ($20/month)
- 10 million tokens
- Full IDE capabilities
- Package installation
- Error detection
- Ideal for light exploratory use
Pro 50 ($50/month)
- 26 million tokens
- All Pro features
- Higher usage limits
- Recommended for using a few times per week
Pro 100 ($100/month)
- 55 million tokens
- All Pro 50 features
- Extended usage capacity
- Perfect for daily usage
Pro 200 ($200/month)
- 120 million tokens
- All Pro 100 features
- Maximum token allowance
- Designed for heavy use as a core tool
Bolt.new also provides a token reload option, allowing users to purchase additional tokens (10 million for $30) as a one-time, non-recurring purchase when needed.
Beyond the standard plans, Bolt.new offers an open-source version that can be downloaded and deployed locally with your own API key for Anthropic, giving developers even more flexibility in how they use the platform.