BuildShip Reviews & Product Details

I love the way I can review logs, code each node as I want, it is not a blackbox, the MCP creation feature, import my workflows in my Python code. The support in Discord. so many things I could say about it. I use it almost everyday.

I can grab the webhook and connect it really easy to any of my front tools and using their AI Workflow creation module, is as simple as prompt what you want and in less than 5 you have a fully functional API. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Buildship is not as popular as other tools Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like BuildShip's interface; it's visually appealing and offers a unique way to visualize software. The drag-and-drop feature made it easy to understand complex logic, simplifying the development process. This intuitive tool allows for a high-level overview of ongoing processes, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of application logic. Initially, their support was fairly speedy, which helped in navigating early challenges effectively. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

{"The logging system in BuildShip was and continues to be terrible, with missing and confusing logs, making it nearly impossible to test anything, which complicates creating complex logic.","Support initially was fairly speedy, but as problems persisted, the lack of comprehensive support became evident with tickets sometimes going unanswered.","BuildShip's forced migration to 'v2' was poorly executed, resulting in numerous bugs and significant downtime, causing stress and eroding trust in their service.","The decline in support post-migration further aggravated issues, reducing the system's reliability as a backend solution for my app.","Confusing billing practices accompanied the botched 'v2' transition, contributing to a loss of trust in the company.","The built-in Firebase solution didn't provide clear additional value over using Firebase directly and was complex to understand in terms of increasing performance.","Once integrated into a production app, detaching from BuildShip was challenging as they didn't facilitate easy code porting."} Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As a 'low-code' developer I found BuildShip incredibly easy to use and integrate into my apps, it allows you to quickly get started with all the prebuilt nodes and templates, but then also dive deeper and see the underlying code. This has allowed me to build all sorts of things I never would have been able too before. Its a tool I use almost every day! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The only thing really is the lack of a template / node marketplace, until recently it was very hard to share these. The Template remix was a very good addition but there is still room for more. A marketplace where the builders could get paid for what they have created would be IDEAL! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate BuildShip for several reasons, chief among them the way it has dramatically sped-up the backend development process. It encourages a structured approach to development, adhering to the DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) principle, which ensures efficiency and minimizes redundancy. While it is a low-code platform, it doesn't oversimplify the development process. Instead, it strikes a perfect balance by allowing developers to retain full control over their code, ensuring that even with its streamlined processes, the depth and integrity of coding practices are maintained. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While I deeply value the innovation and continuous improvement BuildShip offers, its rapid evolution sometimes leads to unforeseen issues where certain functionalities can temporarily break or behave unexpectedly. This aspect of constant change, although fundamentally positive for staying ahead in technology, does at times present challenges in maintaining stability and predictability within my projects. It's a testament to BuildShip's commitment to advancement, but it requires a readiness to adapt and troubleshoot as part of the development process. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.