# Base44 vs Lovable: Which AI App Builder Is Right for You?

- Tool: Tool Comparisons
- Last updated: August 2026

## TL;DR

The real split is code ownership. Lovable auto-configures a genuine Supabase backend — auth, database, row-level security — and syncs to your GitHub, so you can hand it to a developer later; that makes it the safer default for most founders. Base44 bundles its own backend for the simplest all-in-one flow, at a lower entry price, inside the Wix ecosystem. Both are prompt-first as of 2026; the difference is how much backend they hide and whether you keep the code.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Base44 better than Lovable?

It depends on what you value. Base44 is better for the simplest bundled backend and a lower entry price inside the Wix ecosystem. Lovable is better for a real Supabase backend, GitHub sync, and code ownership. Both are prompt-first and beginner-friendly.

### Which is cheaper, Base44 or Lovable?

As of 2026, Base44's Starter plan is a bit cheaper at $20/mo (~$16 annual) versus Lovable Pro at $25/mo. Both offer limited free tiers, and both consume credits quickly on complex builds, so real costs depend on usage.

### Can I move my app from Base44 to Lovable?

Not with one click. You'd typically re-prompt the app in Lovable and migrate data manually. Lovable's GitHub sync and Supabase backend make it easier to leave later, which is a reason portability-minded founders prefer it.

### Do either of them give me a real database?

Yes, both include a backend. Lovable auto-configures a managed Supabase (Postgres) database with auth and row-level security. Base44 bundles its own backend, so there's no separate setup but less visibility into it.

### Who owns Base44?

Wix acquired Base44 in 2025 (reported in the ~$80M range plus earn-outs). That gives Base44 access to Wix's distribution and resources, and positions it within Wix's broader move into AI app building.

### Will either build my whole app for me?

Rarely for complex apps. Lovable is known for the '70% problem' — getting most of the way, with the last stretch needing manual work. Base44 has similar limits. For anything ambitious, budget for cleanup or expert help.

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