AppDrag
Mobile Backend-as-a-Service (mBaaS) software
Application development software
Mobile development software
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- Ease of management
- Quality of support
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What is AppDrag
AppDrag is a low-code web application development platform that provides a visual builder for creating responsive websites and web apps, along with hosting and backend capabilities. It targets small teams, agencies, and developers who want to build and deploy web experiences without assembling separate infrastructure components. The platform combines a drag-and-drop UI editor with database, API, and server-side scripting options to support data-driven applications. It is used for rapid prototyping and production deployment of web apps where an integrated builder and hosting are preferred.
Visual builder with hosting
AppDrag combines a drag-and-drop front-end editor with built-in hosting, reducing the need to procure separate web hosting and deployment tooling. This can shorten the path from prototype to a live site or web app. The integrated approach is useful for teams that want a single environment for design, build, and publish. It also supports responsive layouts for common web delivery needs.
Backend features for web apps
The product includes backend building blocks such as database capabilities and API connectivity to support data-driven applications. This allows users to implement forms, content management patterns, and CRUD-style workflows without standing up a separate backend stack. For developers, server-side scripting options can extend beyond purely visual configuration. These features align with mBaaS-style needs for simpler application backends.
Low-code workflow for teams
AppDrag’s low-code approach can help non-specialist builders contribute to UI construction while developers focus on integrations and logic. This can be practical for agencies delivering multiple small-to-mid-sized projects with similar patterns. The visual environment can speed iteration cycles for stakeholders reviewing UI changes. It is also suitable for rapid proof-of-concept work where time-to-first-version matters.
Not mobile-first mBaaS focus
Although it offers backend capabilities, AppDrag is primarily oriented around web app and website building rather than a mobile-first backend platform. Teams building native mobile apps may find fewer purpose-built mobile SDK features than in dedicated mBaaS offerings. Mobile-specific concerns such as offline sync, push notification pipelines, and deep mobile identity integrations may require additional services. This can increase architectural complexity for mobile-centric products.
Potential platform lock-in
Using an integrated builder, hosting, and backend can create dependency on AppDrag’s runtime and project structure. Migrating to another stack may require reworking UI, deployment, and backend logic rather than exporting cleanly to standard frameworks. This is a common tradeoff with low-code platforms. It can be a constraint for organizations with strict portability requirements.
Limited enterprise governance signals
Publicly visible information about enterprise-grade governance features (for example, advanced audit controls, granular policy management, or regulated-industry certifications) is less prominent than in larger platform ecosystems. Larger organizations may need to validate SSO options, role-based access controls, and compliance posture during procurement. Support and SLA expectations may also require confirmation for mission-critical workloads. This can lengthen evaluation cycles for enterprise buyers.
Plan & Pricing
AppDrag — Official pricing (from
Cloud CMS (PageBuilder + Code Editor)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Trial | FREE | 8 pages; 500 MB bandwidth; 500 MB storage; limited features shown on pricing page |
| Starter | $10/month | 30 pages; 10 GB bandwidth; 5 GB storage |
| Pro | $20/month | Unlimited pages; 25 GB bandwidth; 10 GB storage; additional infra/security features listed |
| Enterprise | Contact us | Custom / enterprise resources (+100 GB bandwidth, +25 GB storage); contact sales |
Cloud Backend (API Builder & Cloud Database)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Trial | FREE | Rows: 500; API calls per minute: 30; Transactional emails: 50; (entry offer shown as free) |
| Starter | $10/month | Rows: 50,000; API calls per minute: 75; Recurring tasks: 1; Transactional emails: 2,500 |
| Pro | $25/month | Rows: 250,000; API calls per minute: 150; Recurring tasks: 3; Transactional emails: 5,000 |
| Enterprise | Contact us | Scalable limits (e.g., +10M rows, +1,000 API calls/min, +25,000 emails); contact sales |
Email Marketing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $15/month | Newsletters/month: 10; Emails/month: 15,000; Storage: 1 GB |
| Pro | $40/month | Newsletters/month: 25; Emails/month: 50,000; Storage: 5 GB |
| Enterprise | Contact us | Higher limits (+250,000+ emails/month); contact sales |
Business offers — Packs of web applications (Agency/Freelance/Corporation)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| FREELANCE | $50/month + TAX (if paid annually) or $80/month (monthly) | 8 Pro websites; $10 per additional site; 100,000 translated characters; No white‑label |
| AGENCY | $150/month + TAX (if paid annually) or $200/month (monthly) | 25 Pro websites; $8 per additional site; 250,000 translated characters; Full white‑label |
| CORPORATION | $300/month + TAX (if paid annually) or $400/month (monthly) | 75 Pro websites; $5 per additional site; 500,000 translated characters; Full white‑label |
Notes
- Enterprise rows indicate "Contact us" on pricing page for custom/large needs.
- All pricing and feature numbers above are taken from AppDrag's official pricing page.
