#1 pickVerified
Rork
Built for mobile from the ground up: describe the app and get a native mobile app, without first learning a web-centric builder.
Free tierfrom $20/moVisit Rork ↗
Our pickReviewed
Best AI app builder for mobile apps
Rork is our pick for building native mobile apps from prompts. FlutterFlow is the stronger choice if you want visual control and Flutter code export, and Bolt.new can build iOS and Android apps with Expo. Expo itself is the free, open-source React Native framework that several AI app builders, including Bolt.new and Replit, use under the hood.
Editorial picks
Alternative 1Verified
FlutterFlow
A visual builder with AI assistance and Flutter code export. More hands-on, but more control over every screen.
Free tierfrom $39/moVisit FlutterFlow ↗
Alternative 2Verified
Bolt.new
Can build iOS and Android apps using Expo, which suits builders who already use Bolt for web projects.
Free tierfrom $25/moVisit Bolt.new ↗
Open-source pickVerified
Expo
The open-source React Native framework with a free tier of cloud builds. Pair it with an AI coding agent to build mobile apps with full code control.
Free tierOpen sourcefrom $19/moVisit Expo ↗
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How we picked
- Native iOS and Android output
- Preview on a real device
- Path to the app stores
- Code ownership
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FAQ
Can I publish an AI-built app to the App Store?
Yes, but you need an Apple Developer account and must pass App Store review. Builders differ in how much of the submission process they handle, so check each tool's docs.
Is Expo free?
The Expo framework is open source (MIT). Its EAS cloud services have a free plan with a monthly build allowance and paid plans from $19/month plus usage.
Can Replit build mobile apps?
Yes. Replit's agent can build mobile apps with Expo, though some publishing steps were not supported at the time of our review. Check Replit's docs for current status.