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Adalo vs Procreate Dreams

Adalo logo

Adalo

No-Code

Build Anything & Publish Everywhere. With Scale.

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Procreate Dreams logo

Procreate Dreams

Design

Edit. Animate. Create.

From
$12.99/once
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Adalo has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Adalo free plan does not allow publishing apps, maximum 500 records storage; Procreate Dreams requires iPadOS 16.3 and is exclusive to iPad; track capacity varies by device, with the base iPad (A16) limited to 1 track at up to 4K

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Adalo and Procreate Dreams actually diverge.

Attributes where Adalo and Procreate Dreams differ
AttributeAdaloProcreate Dreams
Starting priceFree$12.99/once
Pricing modelfreemiumone-time
Free tierYesNo
CategoryNo-CodeDesign

Identical on both: platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated).

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Adalo

  • No-code mobile app developmentnot Procreate Dreams
  • Web app creation without codingnot Procreate Dreams
  • Founder and entrepreneur MVPsnot Procreate Dreams
  • Agency app deliverynot Procreate Dreams

Procreate Dreams

  • Animation software for iPad usersnot Adalo
  • Alternative to subscription-based animation toolsnot Adalo

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Adalo

  • Free plan does not allow publishing apps, maximum 500 records storage
  • Starter plan limited to 1 published app and 1 editor
  • No usage-based charges across all plans, but storage limits enforced

Procreate Dreams

  • Requires iPadOS 16.3 and is exclusive to iPad; track capacity varies by device, with the base iPad (A16) limited to 1 track at up to 4K
  • 8K video support is not yet available and is listed as coming in a future release

Pricing, plan by plan

Adalo

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 0 published apps
    • 1 app editor
    • 500 records per app storage
  • Starter$36/month
    • 1 published app
    • 1 app editor
    • 5GB storage per team
  • Professional$52/month
    • 2 published apps
    • 5 app editors
    • 25GB storage per team
  • Team$160/month
    • 5 published apps
    • 10 app editors
    • 125GB storage per team

Procreate Dreams

$12.99/once
  • Procreate Dreams$12.99/once
    • No subscriptions
    • Pay once, create forever

Which should you pick?

Choose Adalo if

  • You want to start without paying.
Adalo review

Choose Procreate Dreams if

Nothing in the data separates Procreate Dreams from Adalo on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.

Procreate Dreams review

Questions people ask

Is Adalo or Procreate Dreams better?
Neither clearly leads. Adalo starts at Free and Procreate Dreams at $12.99/once, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Adalo or Procreate Dreams?
Adalo has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Adalo and $12.99/once for Procreate Dreams.
Does Adalo or Procreate Dreams run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Adalo for free?
Yes. Adalo has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Procreate Dreams starts at $12.99/once.
What is Adalo best used for?
Adalo is most often used for no-code mobile app development, web app creation without coding, founder and entrepreneur mvps, agency app delivery. Of those, no-code mobile app development and web app creation without coding are not what Procreate Dreams is typically brought in for.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Adalo: How many app editors are included in each Adalo plan?

Free and Starter plans include 1 editor. Professional tier adds 5 editors total, and Team tier provides 10 editors for collaborative development.

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Procreate Dreams: How much does Procreate Dreams cost?

Procreate Dreams costs $12.99 USD as a one-time purchase through the Apple App Store. Regional pricing may vary by location.

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Adalo: What are Adalo pricing terms and what is included in annual billing?

All Adalo pricing is billed annually. Starter costs 36 USD per month (annual), Professional costs 52 USD per month (annual), and Team tier costs 160 USD per month (annual). No monthly billing option available.

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Procreate Dreams: Is there a subscription fee after purchasing Procreate Dreams?

No. The purchase is permanent with no recurring fees or subscriptions. You pay once and retain the app forever.

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Adalo: How much storage does each Adalo plan provide?

Free plan provides 500 records per app, Starter offers 5GB per team, Professional includes 25GB per team, and Team tier provides 125GB per team storage.

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Procreate Dreams: What payment methods does Procreate Dreams accept?

Payment is processed through the Apple App Store, which accepts the payment methods configured on your Apple account.

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Adalo: What is the maximum number of published apps on the Professional plan?

The Professional plan (52 USD per month) allows 2 published apps. The Team plan (160 USD per month) extends this to 5 published apps.

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