Base44
Base44 is Wix's AI app builder turning chat prompts into full apps with auth and a database, now offering Claude Opus 4.5 and GPT-5 model choice.
About Base44
What is Base44 (2026 update)
Base44 is an AI-powered no-code platform that builds fully functional web and mobile apps from chat prompts, handling the database, user authentication, backend logic and deployment automatically behind the scenes. It falls under the “vibe coding” category, where you describe what you want in plain language and the AI writes and wires up the app for you.
What is new in 2026
Wix acquired Base44 in June 2025 for a reported $80 million, and the product now operates under Wix’s Vibe Coding line. Base44 reached $100 million in annual recurring revenue about nine months after the acquisition closed, and Wix has kept shipping features rather than folding it away. The biggest technical change is model choice: Base44 now runs on Claude Sonnet 4 by default, and Builder plan subscribers and above can switch to Claude Opus 4.5, Claude Sonnet 4.5, Gemini 2.5 or 3 Pro, or GPT-5 depending on the task. Paid plans also gained in-app code edits, GitHub integration, a free custom domain for the first year, and early beta access plus premium support on the higher tiers.
Key features
- Chat-based app generation that handles database, authentication and deployment automatically
- Choice of underlying AI model (Claude Opus 4.5, Sonnet 4.5, Gemini 2.5/3 Pro, GPT-5) on Builder plan and above
- In-app code editing when you need to fix or fine-tune generated code directly
- GitHub integration and a free custom domain for the first year on paid plans
- Unlimited apps on every paid tier, versus a 5-app cap on the free plan
Pricing in 2026
| Plan | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | 25 message credits/month, 100 integration credits/month, up to 5 apps, core features |
| Starter | $16/month (billed annually) | 100 message credits/month, 2,000 integration credits/month, unlimited apps, GitHub integration |
| Builder | $40/month (billed annually) | 250 message credits/month, 10,000 integration credits/month, AI model selection, 25 referral credits |
| Pro | $80/month (billed annually) | 500 message credits/month, 20,000 integration credits/month, early beta access, premium support |
| Elite | $160/month (billed annually) | 1,200 message credits/month, 50,000 integration credits/month, early beta access, premium support |
Annual billing gives roughly a 20% discount versus paying month to month, and monthly rates run higher (reported up to around $200/month for Elite on some month-to-month listings), so check the official pricing page for the current monthly rate before you commit.
Who should use it
Base44 fits you if you want to turn an app idea into a working MVP or internal tool without hiring a developer, or if you are a solo founder or small team that needs a database-backed app with login and basic backend logic fast. The Builder plan at $40/month is a reasonable starting point once you outgrow the free tier’s 5-app and 25-message caps and want model choice plus a real domain.
Limitations and alternatives
Base44 runs on a credit system with two separate pools, message credits for building and integration credits for running live apps, so a busy live app can burn through integration credits faster than expected and cost more than the sticker price suggests. Post-acquisition, some users report pricing and support have shifted since Wix took over, so budget with some caution. If you want a more code-first vibe coding tool, Bolt.new or Lovable are close competitors. If your priority is a traditional website builder with AI assistance layered on top rather than a full app backend, plain Wix itself may suit you better.
Frequently asked questions
Is Base44 owned by Wix?
Yes. Wix acquired Base44 in June 2025 for a reported $80 million, and it now operates under Wix's Vibe Coding product line.
How much does Base44 cost in 2026?
Paid plans on annual billing run from $16/month (Starter) to $160/month (Elite), with a free plan offering 25 message credits and 100 integration credits per month. Monthly (non-annual) billing is higher, so check the official pricing page for the current rate.
Which AI models does Base44 use?
Base44 defaults to Claude Sonnet 4, and Builder plan subscribers and above can choose Claude Opus 4.5, Claude Sonnet 4.5, Gemini 2.5 or 3 Pro, or GPT-5.
What are alternatives to Base44?
Bolt.new and Lovable are close competitors for AI-driven app building, while plain Wix suits you better if you want a traditional website builder with AI assistance rather than a full app backend.
Information last verified: September 2026.
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