# Backendless vs Thunkable Comparison | | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 56 | 39 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (98.2% of reviews) | Small-Business (66.7% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | Free | $0.00 | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Backendless **Not enough data** ### Thunkable Pros: - Ease of Use (4 reviews) - No Coding (4 reviews) Cons: - Limited Features (3 reviews) - Coding Challenges (2 reviews) --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 9.0 (37 reviews) | 7.1 (20 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 8.8 (37 reviews) | 8.1 (20 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | 8.9 (24 reviews) | 7.8 (6 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | 9.4 (24 reviews) | 7.3 (5 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 8.7 (36 reviews) | 7.4 (18 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.5 (22 reviews) | 6.3 (5 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.3 (33 reviews) | 8.2 (19 reviews) | --- ## Pricing ### Backendless #### Entry-Level Pricing Plan: Free Plan Price: Free Description: The cloud-based Free Plan offers the full Backendless cloud software for learning and exploring the platform. The plan can be used to complete gamified tutorials called Missions, complete video tutorial courses, explore App Blueprints, or simply explore the platform as a whole. Key Features: - UI Builder - Real-time Database - User Authentication and User Management [Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/backendless/pricing) #### Free Trial Yes ### Thunkable #### Entry-Level Pricing Plan: Free Price: $0.00 Description: Interested in exploring no code mobile app development? Try our lite version to get started today. Key Features: - Single User - Live Testing - Full Design & Development capabilities [Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/thunkable/pricing) #### Free Trial Yes --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### API Development | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Backendless** | 8.3/10 | 9 | | **Thunkable** | N/A | N/A | #### Development | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **API Testing** | 8.7 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Data Security** | 7.6 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Orchestration** | 7.9 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Scalability** | 8.7 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Collaboration | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Design Management** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | | **Access Control** | 7.4 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Visibility** | 8.3 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | ### Drag and Drop App Builder | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Backendless** | 8.8/10 | 17 | | **Thunkable** | 6.3/10 | 6 | #### Functionality | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **App complexity** | 8.7 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | | **App Variety** | 9.0 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Customized Branding** | 8.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Application Templates** | 7.6 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Data Control | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Data Migration** | 8.6 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Data Synchronization** | 8.6 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Data Security** | 9.0 (17 reviews) | 6.3 (5 reviews) | #### Agentic AI - Drag and Drop App Builder | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### API Platforms | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Backendless** | N/A | N/A | | **Thunkable** | N/A | N/A | #### Development - API Platforms | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **API Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Scalability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Orchestration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Security** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Collaboration - API Platforms | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Visibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Access Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Design Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### API Management - API Platforms | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **API Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Traffic Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Gateway** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Logs/Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Monetization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Low-Code Mobile App Builder | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Backendless** | N/A | N/A | | **Thunkable** | N/A | N/A | #### Editor - Low-Code Mobile App Builder | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Hardware Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Visual UI Builder** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Real-time Preview** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Deployment - Low-Code Mobile App Builder | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Source Code Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Infrastructure** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Publishing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### No-Code Development Platforms | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Backendless** | 8.4/10 | 15 | | **Thunkable** | 7.8/10 | 9 | #### User Interface Design | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **WYSIWYG Editor** | 7.9 (13 reviews) | 8.9 (9 reviews) | | **Customized Branding** | 8.3 (12 reviews) | 8.3 (7 reviews) | | **App Templates** | 6.9 (12 reviews) | 8.1 (6 reviews) | | **Workflow Management** | 8.3 (15 reviews) | 6.7 (7 reviews) | #### Data Control | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Data Migration** | 8.2 (12 reviews) | 7.8 (6 reviews) | | **Data Synchronization** | 9.1 (13 reviews) | 6.9 (7 reviews) | | **Data Security** | 8.9 (14 reviews) | 7.2 (6 reviews) | #### Publishing | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Application Deployment** | 8.6 (14 reviews) | 8.7 (9 reviews) | | **Platform Compatibility** | 8.8 (14 reviews) | 8.7 (9 reviews) | | **Lifecycle Management** | 8.0 (10 reviews) | 6.4 (6 reviews) | #### Agentic AI - No-Code Development Platforms | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### API Management | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Backendless** | 8.9/10 | 12 | | **Thunkable** | N/A | N/A | #### API Construction | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **API Testing** | 9.1 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Data Security** | 8.8 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Orchestration** | 8.8 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Scalability** | 8.9 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | #### API Management | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Traffic Control** | 8.3 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Logs/Documentation** | 8.5 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | | **API Monitoring** | 8.5 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Monetization** | 7.5 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Gateway** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Data Integration | Feature | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **App Integration** | 9.4 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Data Transformation** | 9.1 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Plugins** | 8.7 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | --- ## Categories **Shared Categories (2):** [No-Code Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/no-code-development-platforms), [Drag and Drop App Builder Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/drag-and-drop-app-builder) **Unique to Backendless (4):** [API Development Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-development), [API Management Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-management), [Mobile Backend-as-a-Service (mBaaS) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-backend-as-a-service-mbaas), [API Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/api-platforms) **Unique to Thunkable (1):** [ Low-Code Mobile App Builder](https://www.g2.com/categories/low-code-mobile-app-builder) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Backendless | Thunkable | |---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 98.2% | 66.7% | | **Mid-Market** | 1.8% | 27.8% | | **Enterprise** | 0% | 5.6% | ### By Industry #### Backendless - **Computer Software:** 23.2% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 8.9% - **Sports:** 5.4% - **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 5.4% - **Leisure, Travel & Tourism:** 5.4% - **Construction:** 5.4% - **Education Management:** 3.6% - **Design:** 3.6% - **Internet:** 3.6% - **Consumer Services:** 3.6% - **Other:** 32.1% #### Thunkable - **Primary/Secondary Education:** 10.8% - **Information Technology and Services:** 10.8% - **Civic & Social Organization:** 5.4% - **Computer Software:** 5.4% - **Medical Devices:** 5.4% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 5.4% - **Education Management:** 5.4% - **Facilities Services:** 5.4% - **Automotive:** 2.7% - **Banking:** 2.7% - **Other:** 40.5% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Backendless - [Xano](https://www.g2.com/products/xano/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (67 reviews) - [Bubble](https://www.g2.com/products/bubble/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (166 reviews) - [Airtable](https://www.g2.com/products/airtable/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (3276 reviews) - [Postman](https://www.g2.com/products/postman/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1790 reviews) - [Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/products/appy-pie/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (1389 reviews) - [MuleSoft Anypoint Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/mulesoft-anypoint-platform/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (772 reviews) - [Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/products/glide-glide-classic/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (816 reviews) - [Softr](https://www.g2.com/products/softr/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (713 reviews) - [AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/products/appsheet/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (405 reviews) - [Workato](https://www.g2.com/products/workato/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (776 reviews) ### Alternatives to Thunkable - [Appy Pie](https://www.g2.com/products/appy-pie/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (1389 reviews) - [Buildfire](https://www.g2.com/products/buildfire/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (197 reviews) - [Bubble](https://www.g2.com/products/bubble/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (166 reviews) - [Glide Classic](https://www.g2.com/products/glide-glide-classic/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (816 reviews) - [AppSheet](https://www.g2.com/products/appsheet/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (405 reviews) - [Airtable](https://www.g2.com/products/airtable/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (3276 reviews) - [Jotform Apps](https://www.g2.com/products/jotform-apps/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (599 reviews) - [Softr](https://www.g2.com/products/softr/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (713 reviews) - [AppMySite](https://www.g2.com/products/appmysite/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (426 reviews) - [Agentforce 360 Platform (formerly Salesforce Platform)](https://www.g2.com/products/agentforce-360-platform-formerly-salesforce-platform/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (4006 reviews) --- ## Top Discussions ### Backendless - Title: [What is Backendless used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-backendless-used-for) — 1 comment *(includes official response)* > **Top comment:** "Backendless is a versatile application development platform that serves a variety of essential use cases, making it a valuable tool for developers and..." ### Thunkable - Title: [What programming language is Thunkable?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-programming-language-is-thunkable) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Thunkable is a drag-and-drop app builder so no coding knowledge is required to start using the platform." - Title: [What can you make with Thunkable?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-can-you-make-with-thunkable) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "No Code Mobile Apps" - Title: [What is Thunkable used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-thunkable-used-for) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Creating mobile apps without having to know how to code" --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/backendless-vs-thunkable)