In recent years, no-code platforms and low-code platforms have taken the tech world by storm. Tools like Builder.ai, Replica, Bubble, and Adalo promise to democratise app development, reduce costs, and speed up delivery — often targeting startups, non-technical founders and business owners with tight timelines and budgets (and buzzwords).
And while these platforms have their place, there’s a growing gap between the promise and the reality. So before jumping in, it’s worth asking: What are you really getting — and what are you giving up?