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Bubble vs Jotform

Bubble logo

Bubble

No-Code

No-code platform for building web and mobile applications visually

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Jotform logo

Jotform

Surveys

Powerful forms get more done

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Bubble apps are tied to Bubble's proprietary runtime, making migration to another stack difficult if the platform is later outgrown.; Jotform free tier limited to 5 forms and 100 monthly submissions

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Bubble and Jotform actually diverge.

Attributes where Bubble and Jotform differ
AttributeBubbleJotform
Platformsweb, ios, androidWeb
CategoryNo-CodeSurveys

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Bubble

  • Visual app editor
  • Built-in database
  • Visual workflow logic
  • Plugin marketplace
  • Responsive design engine
  • Custom domains

Only in Jotform

Nothing recorded that Bubble does not also cover.

What people use each for

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

Bubble

  • Building MVPs and startup web apps without a dev teamnot Jotform
  • Internal business apps with custom database logicnot Jotform
  • Marketplace and SaaS prototypesnot Jotform
  • Mobile app wrappers around a Bubble web appnot Jotform

Jotform

  • Form creation and collectionnot Bubble
  • Survey distributionnot Bubble
  • Lead generationnot Bubble
  • Workflow automationnot Bubble

Where each one falls short

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

Bubble

  • Apps are tied to Bubble's proprietary runtime, making migration to another stack difficult if the platform is later outgrown.
  • Complex apps can hit performance limits compared to hand-coded applications as data and workflow complexity grows.
  • The visual workflow editor has a steep learning curve for genuinely complex business logic.
  • Free tier cannot host apps on a custom domain, limiting it to prototyping rather than production launches.

Jotform

  • Free tier limited to 5 forms and 100 monthly submissions
  • Bronze tier requires $39/month to remove Jotform branding
  • Enterprise pricing requires contacting sales

Pricing, plan by plan

Bubble

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Bubble review.

Jotform

Free
  • StarterFree
    • 5 active forms
    • 100 monthly submissions
    • 100 MB storage
  • Bronze$39/month
    • 25 active forms
    • 1,000 monthly submissions
    • 1 GB storage
  • Silver$49/month
    • 50 active forms
    • 2,500 monthly submissions
    • 10 GB storage
  • Gold$129/month
    • 100 active forms
    • 10,000 monthly submissions
    • 100 GB storage

Which should you pick?

Choose Bubble if

  • You need visual app editor.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on web, ios, android.
  • You also want built-in database.
Bubble review

Choose Jotform if

  • You want to start without paying.
Jotform review

Questions people ask

Is Bubble or Jotform better?
Neither clearly leads. Bubble starts at Free and Jotform at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Bubble or Jotform?
Bubble starts at Free and Jotform at Free.
Does Bubble or Jotform run on more platforms?
Bubble runs on web, ios, android. Jotform runs on Web.
Can I use Bubble for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Bubble best used for?
Bubble is most often used for building mvps and startup web apps without a dev team, internal business apps with custom database logic, marketplace and saas prototypes, mobile app wrappers around a bubble web app. Of those, building mvps and startup web apps without a dev team and internal business apps with custom database logic are not what Jotform is typically brought in for.
What can Bubble do that Jotform cannot?
Bubble covers Visual app editor, Built-in database, Visual workflow logic, Plugin marketplace.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Bubble: Does Bubble publish pricing information on their main website?

Bubble's pricing details are not available on the main homepage. Detailed pricing information would need to be found on their dedicated pricing page or terms of service.

Source
Jotform: Is there a free version of Jotform?

Yes, Jotform's Starter plan is free and allows 5 active forms, 100 monthly submissions, and 100 MB of storage. Jotform branding remains on forms in the free tier.

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Jotform: How much does Jotform Bronze cost?

The Bronze plan costs $39 per month when billed monthly, or $408 per year ($34 per month effective). It includes 25 active forms, 1,000 monthly submissions, 1 GB storage, and removable branding.

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Jotform: What is included in Jotform's Gold tier?

The Gold plan costs $129 per month billed monthly or $1,188 per year ($99 per month effective). It provides 100 active forms, 10,000 monthly submissions, 100 GB storage, HIPAA-friendly capabilities, and 100 active AI Agents.

Source
Jotform: Does Jotform offer discounts for nonprofits or education?

Yes, educational institutions and nonprofits receive 50% off Bronze, Silver, and Gold tiers, plus 30% off the Enterprise plan.

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