# Switch from Bolt.new to Lovable

> Builders want a credit-based app generator focused on polished full-stack apps with built-in backend and auth.

Source: https://ai.dosa.dev/switch/boltnew-to-lovable · App Builders & Code Review · Updated 2026-10-15 · Published by dosa.dev

## Why switch

Builders want a credit-based app generator focused on polished full-stack apps with built-in backend and auth. Lovable has no fixed per-seat price listed — Lovable operates on a freemium model using a credit-based system.

## Cost delta

| | Bolt.new | Lovable |
|---|---|---|
| Entry paid plan | — | — |
| Per-seat monthly delta | $0 | |
| 10-dev team annual delta | $0 | |

Lovable has no fixed per-seat price listed — Lovable operates on a freemium model using a credit-based system. Model it: https://ai.dosa.dev/tools/cost-calculator?team=10&seats=none

## Config migration

- Bolt.new rules: not covered by the Rules Converter — check its own project-config docs
- Lovable rules: not covered by the Rules Converter — check its own project-config docs

## 4-step checklist

1. **Audit & export your Bolt.new rules** — List the prompts, snippets and settings you rely on in Bolt.new; Lovable isn't covered by the Rules Converter — keep this list as team docs and check Lovable's own project-config docs.
2. **Install & configure Lovable** — Download Lovable from the official site. Pricing: Freemium. (https://lovable.dev?utm_source=ai.dosa.dev&utm_medium=referral)
3. **Adapt your daily workflow (Web Builders → Web Builders)** — The workflow itself changes — map your current process onto the new tool's model before rolling it out to the whole team. Lovable is best for founders, product teams, and developers who need to rapidly prototype, build, and deploy production-grade SaaS products, internal tools, or client-facing applications.
4. **Run a one-week parallel pilot, then reallocate seats** — Lovable has no fixed per-seat price listed — Lovable operates on a freemium model using a credit-based system. Keep Bolt.new active for one sprint while Lovable handles new tasks; cancel seats only after velocity holds. (https://ai.dosa.dev/tools/cost-calculator?team=10&seats=none)

## What you gain

- Lovable is best for founders, product teams, and developers who need to rapidly prototype, build, and deploy production-grade SaaS products, internal tools, or client-facing applications.
- AI-powered full-stack generation from natural language.
- Built-in hosting, database, and authentication (Lovable Cloud).
- Collaborative shared workspaces with granular role management.

## What you give up

- Bolt.new is positioned for developers and non-developers looking to quickly prototype, build, and deploy full-stack web or mobile applications with integrated infrastructure. — confirm Lovable covers that before cancelling seats.
- Lovable is not ideal for users requiring native iOS or Android mobile apps, as Lovable generates web applications (though they can be wrapped or used as PWAs).

Running both: Running both is mostly redundant — pilot Lovable on one repo for a sprint, then pick one.

## Spec sheet

| | [Bolt.new](https://ai.dosa.dev/tools/boltnew) | [Lovable](https://ai.dosa.dev/tools/lovable) |
|---|---|---|
| Company | StackBlitz | Lovable |
| Category | Browser-Based & App Builders | Browser-Based & App Builders |
| Pricing | Freemium | Freemium |
| Entry paid plan | — | — |
| Rules file | - | - |

## FAQ

### How do I convert my Bolt.new rules to Lovable?

Neither tool is covered by the Rules Converter — carry prompts and settings over manually as team docs, and check each tool's own config docs.

### Is Lovable cheaper than Bolt.new?

Bolt.new has no listed per-seat plan; Lovable has no listed per-seat plan. Lovable has no fixed per-seat price listed — Lovable operates on a freemium model using a credit-based system.

### What do I lose when switching from Bolt.new to Lovable?

Bolt.new is positioned for developers and non-developers looking to quickly prototype, build, and deploy full-stack web or mobile applications with integrated infrastructure. — confirm Lovable covers that before cancelling seats. Lovable is not ideal for users requiring native iOS or Android mobile apps, as Lovable generates web applications (though they can be wrapped or used as PWAs).

### Can I use Bolt.new and Lovable together?

Running both is mostly redundant — pilot Lovable on one repo for a sprint, then pick one.

## Links

- Bolt.new review: https://ai.dosa.dev/tools/boltnew
- Lovable review: https://ai.dosa.dev/tools/lovable
- Bolt.new vs Lovable: https://ai.dosa.dev/compare/boltnew-vs-lovable
- Cost calculator: https://ai.dosa.dev/tools/cost-calculator?team=10&seats=none