Bolt

What is Bolt.new?

Bolt.new is an AI-powered, browser-based platform developed by StackBlitz that enables users to create, edit, run, and deploy full-stack web and mobile applications directly from their browser. By leveraging advanced AI models like Anthropic’s Claude 3.7 Sonnet, Bolt.new transforms natural language prompts into functional code, making web development accessible to both technical and non-technical users.

Key Features

• AI-Powered Code Generation: Generate application codebases from simple text prompts, eliminating the need for manual coding.
• Full-Stack Development Environment: Build both frontend and backend components within the browser using frameworks like Astro, Vite, Next.js, Svelte, Vue, and Remix.
• Real-Time Editing and Preview: Modify and test your code instantly in the browser, with live previews of your application.
• Integrated Deployment: Deploy applications directly to platforms like Netlify with a single click, streamlining the deployment process.
• AI Assistance: Utilize AI for code generation, error detection, and correction, enhancing the development workflow.
• Mobile App Support: Build mobile applications using Expo, allowing for the creation of iOS and Android apps with React Native.
• Real-Time Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members in real-time, facilitating efficient teamwork.
• Package Management: Install and manage npm packages within the platform, extending functionality without leaving the browser environment.

How to Use Bolt.new

1. Sign Up: Visit bolt.new and sign in with your GitHub account or email.
2. Describe Your Application: Enter a prompt describing the application you wish to build, such as “Create a blog site using Astro and Tailwind.”
3. Generate Code: Bolt.new will generate the corresponding codebase, setting up the project structure and installing necessary dependencies.
4. Edit and Test: Modify the generated code as needed and test your application in the browser.
5. Deploy: Once satisfied, deploy your application using the integrated deployment options.

Pricing

Bolt.new operates on a token-based pricing model, where each plan includes a monthly token allowance you can spend on AI completions. Here are the latest Pro plans, billed monthly:

• Free Plan: 150,000 tokens/day, 1M tokens/month
• Pro Plan: $20/month – 10M tokens/month
• Pro 50 Plan: $50/month – 25M tokens/month
• Pro 100 Plan: $100/month – 50M tokens/month
• Pro 200 Plan: $200/month – 100M tokens/month
• Teams Plan: $30/month per member – 10M tokens/month per member
• Teams 60 Plan: $60/month per member – 25M tokens/month per member
• Teams 110 Plan: $110/month per member – 50M tokens/month per member
• Teams 210 Plan: $210/month per member – 100M tokens/month per member

Note: Tokens on a subscription plan do not roll over monthly, but extra tokens purchased as a reload will roll over while on a paid subscription.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What can I build with Bolt.new? You can build full-stack web applications using frameworks like Astro, Vite, Next.js, Svelte, Vue, and Remix directly from your browser.
• Do I need coding experience to use Bolt.new? While basic coding knowledge is helpful, Bolt.new is designed to be accessible to beginners and experienced developers. Effective use may require clear prompting and some understanding of web development concepts.
• Can I use Bolt.new to develop mobile applications? Bolt.new is primarily designed for web applications but also supports mobile app development using Expo. Additional tools and configurations may be needed for full mobile deployment.
• How does token-based pricing work? Bolt.new operates on a token-based system where you pay for AI usage. There is a free plan with a daily limit of 150,000 tokens and a monthly limit of 1 million tokens.
• Can I modify the generated code? Yes, Bolt.new provides a browser-based IDE where you can manually add changes and modify the source code after AI generation.
• Does Bolt.new provide hosting and deployment? Bolt.new itself does not host applications but integrates with deployment services like Netlify for easy deployment.
• What browsers does Bolt.new support? Bolt.new works best in Chrome and Chromium-based browsers. Some extensions, such as ad blockers, may interfere with functionality. If issues arise, disabling extensions may help.