"Base44 generates apps from prompts. StackForge runs them for your business."
Base44 has made waves as a no-code AI app builder — great for solo founders spinning up MVPs. StackForge takes that further with multi-app workspaces, dedicated infrastructure, team roles, and a persistent AI terminal for iterating on your apps long-term.
| Feature | StackForge | Base44 |
|---|---|---|
| Target audience | UK B2B entrepreneurs & agencies | Solo founders, no-coders |
| What you get | Live apps on your own server | Hosted apps on Base44 infrastructure |
| Backend | Auth, admin, database — built-in | Built-in (Base44-managed) |
| AI engine | Claude Code (Anthropic) — bring your subscription | Base44's in-house AI |
| Multi-app management | 5–10 apps per workspace, unified dashboard | App-by-app |
| Custom domains | Included with SSL | Available on paid tiers |
| Team & client roles | Owner, member, viewer per workspace | Limited team support |
| Server monitoring | Real-time CPU, memory, disk, logs | Not exposed |
| Pricing | From £60/mo (3 apps included) | From $20/mo (credit-based) |
You're a solo founder testing an idea fast. You want to prompt your way to a hosted MVP without thinking about infrastructure. You're happy with the platform managing everything end-to-end.
You're building real B2B tools you'll run for years. You need transparent server access, proper team roles, and a workspace where you can manage multiple apps and clients in one place.
See for yourself why entrepreneurs choose us to run their business.
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