Shoutem
Drag and drop app builder software
No-code development platforms
Application development software
Mobile development software
Rapid application development (RAD) software
Low-code mobile app builder
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
Take the quiz to check if Shoutem and its alternatives fit your requirements.
$49 per month
Free Trial
Free version unavailable
Small
Medium
Large
-
What is Shoutem
Shoutem is a low-code platform for building and publishing mobile apps, primarily for iOS and Android. It targets small businesses, agencies, and organizations that want to assemble apps from templates and prebuilt components rather than develop natively. The product emphasizes drag-and-drop configuration, content integrations, and optional custom development via extensions for more advanced requirements.
Template-based mobile app creation
Shoutem provides prebuilt app templates and configurable screens to accelerate common business app use cases. This reduces the amount of custom UI work required compared with building from scratch. It fits teams that want a guided structure rather than a fully open-ended builder.
Component and integration ecosystem
The platform includes a catalog of app features (for example, content feeds and common business modules) that can be enabled without writing code. This supports faster delivery for apps that rely on standard patterns. It also helps non-developers assemble functionality that would otherwise require multiple point integrations.
Extensible for developer customization
Shoutem supports extending apps beyond out-of-the-box capabilities through custom development (for example, custom extensions). This can help teams bridge gaps when a required feature is not available as a standard module. It offers a path for agencies to start with a template and then tailor the app for client-specific needs.
Constraints of template frameworks
Apps built on template-driven systems can be limited in layout flexibility and interaction design compared with fully custom development. Teams with strict brand or UX requirements may encounter constraints in navigation patterns and component behavior. Workarounds often shift effort from configuration to custom development.
Advanced features may require code
While core app assembly is low-code, more complex requirements (custom integrations, specialized workflows, or unique UI) can require developer involvement. This can reduce the no-code value for organizations without engineering resources. It also introduces additional testing and maintenance responsibilities for custom extensions.
Mobile-first scope and dependencies
Shoutem primarily focuses on mobile apps, which may be limiting for teams that need a unified web app and mobile app experience from the same project. Publishing and ongoing operation depend on app store processes and policies, which can add lead time and compliance overhead. Organizations should also evaluate how backend services, analytics, and authentication are handled for their specific deployment model.
Plan & Pricing
Builder platform (subscription plans)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Android | $49 per month (billed quarterly) / $59 per month (billed monthly) | Android app publishing only; up to 1 GB storage; extension marketplace; CMS; developer access; automated app publishing; 14-day free trial. |
| Standard (Most popular) | $79 per month (billed quarterly) / $99 per month (billed monthly) | Android + iOS publishing support; up to 2 GB storage; Shoutem app review; analytics; notifications; user management; 14-day free trial. |
| Professional | $149 per month (billed quarterly) / $179 per month (billed monthly) | Android + iOS; up to 10 GB storage; importers and advanced extensions (chat, push journeys, custom fonts, etc.); 14-day free trial. |
Shoutem Pro (expert services / managed builds)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Essential package | $1,499 (one-time / service fee) | Expert setup & design, initial content publishing via CMS, CSV import support, onboarding, 1 dedicated account manager, premium support; schedule a free consultation. |
| Premium package | $2,499 (one-time / service fee) | More extensive design/layouts, additional integrations and dedicated account manager; schedule a free consultation. |
| Custom App development | Custom pricing | Fully custom features and development; contact sales for quote. |
Seller details
Shoutem d.o.o.
Zagreb, Croatia
2011
Private
https://shoutem.com/
https://x.com/shoutem
https://www.linkedin.com/company/shoutem/
