Why build with WeWeb vs Lovable?

Different tools for different stages

First off, we want to give huge credit to Lovable. It's an exciting new tool in the AI coding space. Its focus on generating layouts and app logic through natural language makes it especially useful for early exploration and quick prototypes. For many users, it’s a fast and exciting way to bring ideas to life.

But if you’re here comparing WeWeb and Lovable, you're probably thinking beyond the first version of your app.

Because getting started is one thing. Refining the experience, scaling confidently, and maintaining control over every detail is something else entirely. And that's where WeWeb comes in.

Build faster with AI, edit freely with no-code or code

With WeWeb, you get the speed of AI with the freedom of a visual editor. That means:

• Generate pixel-perfect UIs from prompts or screenshots
• Ask AI to generate full Supabase schemas, RLS policies, and edge functions
• Let AI handle validations, filters, states, animations and even pagination logic
• Fine-tune everything visually in the editor, or jump into code when needed
  
  

Lovable also helps you generate app layouts quickly via chat. But because changes often happen through prompts, it can take a few iterations to land on exactly what you want. And troubleshooting logic or structure isn't always straightforward, often requiring you dive into code.

With WeWeb, AI helps you move faster but you stay in full control of the outcome.

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Backend generation: flexibility beyond Supabase

Both WeWeb and Lovable support Supabase backend generation via AI.

With WeWeb, you can also:

• Create and edit RLS policies visually
• Build edge functions for tools like Stripe or Resend
• Use the visual editor to bind data, manage filters, and set up logic
• Or connect to Xano, Airtable, REST, or GraphQL APIs

For now, Lovable focuses solely on Supabase as a backend and edits typically happen through through chat or manual code edits.

WeWeb, on the other hand, has native integrations with Supabase, Xano, and Airtable and provides a visual API center to connect with REST, GraphQL and SOAP APIs.

Design freedom: prompt or drag-and-drop, you choose

Lovable UIs are AI-generated and look amazing out of the box. But if you want to tweak a component, you’ll need to chat with the AI, or edit the code directly.

WeWeb gives you more options:

• Generate layouts from prompts or screenshots
• Edit everything visually in the no-code editor
• Add or modify code when needed
• Fork or roll back to previous versions any time

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You’re never stuck. You’re always in control.

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Workflows you can see and edit visually

Both platforms help you generate frontend logic with AI. For simple flows, that can be a huge time-saver but sometimes, you can also get stuck in prompt purgatory and need a human touch to take over from the AI.

The difference? With WeWeb, you're not limited to prompts.

WeWeb’s visual workflows support:

• If/else logic, multi-branch conditions
• Loops, formulas, and validations
• No-code actions to trigger backend functions
• AI-assisted logic generation, with full visual editing afterward
  

You can always see how things work and step in when AI needs a hand.

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Hosting and code access: fast deploys, flexible options

Both WeWeb and Lovable offer global deployment and code export but they serve different preferences.

With WeWeb, you can:

• Deploy instantly to a WeWeb-managed global CDN, no setup requred
• Export your project to GitHub with a structured Vue.js app
• Set up CI/CD pipelines or deploy via platforms like Vercel or Netlify
• Export your app’s code if you prefer full control over infrastructure

Lovable leans toward developer-led workflows:

• Generates clean, raw code optimized for direct editing
• Meant to be deployed via platforms like Vercel or Netlify from the start

WeWeb gives you the best of both worlds: a fully managed deploy option out of the box, with the flexibility to export your codebase or integrate into a version-controlled workflow as your needs evolve.

Need to go live fast? We’ve got you. Want to customize later? You can.

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Final thoughts: Lovable is fun. WeWeb is full-scale.

Lovable is great for testing ideas and building early versions of your product. For many, it’s a creative way to start building with AI.

WeWeb is built for when you’re ready to go further.

✅ Use AI or no-code to build and manage your UI
✅ Connect to any backend, or generate a Supabase one in seconds
✅ Extend with code, or stay fully visual
✅ Export, scale, and deploy your app however you want

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Ready to move from prototype to production? Try WeWeb now.

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Frequently Asked Questions about WeWeb

What is WeWeb AI?

WeWeb AI is an intelligent app-building assistant integrated into WeWeb’s visual frontend builder. It helps you generate UI layouts, backend databases, workflows, and logic with simple prompts, while letting you edit everything visually or with code.

How is WeWeb different from other AI app builders like Lovable?

Most AI app builders (like Lovable) rely on chat interfaces where the AI generates the full app and you have limited control afterward. WeWeb combines AI speed with full visual control, meaning you can refine, extend, or override any AI-generated component instantly using drag-and-drop, workflows, or code.

Can WeWeb AI generate both the frontend and backend?

Yes. WeWeb AI can:

• Generate responsive frontend layouts and UI components
• Design Supabase database schemas and tables
• Create edge functions to integrate with third-party tools (e.g. Stripe, OpenAI)
• Set up RLS policies for data security
• Build frontend logic like form validations, filters, and animations
  

Is WeWeb good for production-grade apps?

Absolutely. WeWeb isn’t just for MVPs,  it’s designed to build scalable, production-ready apps that can be deployed to a global CDN or exported as Vue.js code.

Can I use WeWeb AI without writing any code?

Yes. Everything generated by WeWeb AI is fully editable using our no-code visual editor. You can build and manage your app entirely without code, but if you need to, you can add custom logic and components anytime.

What kind of apps can I build with WeWeb?

With WeWeb, you can build:

• SaaS apps
• Internal tools
• Dashboards
• Client portals
• Landing pages
• Multi-step forms

You can see more examples in our showcase page.

All fully responsive, scalable, and customizable.

Is WeWeb better than chat-based app builders like Lovable?

If you're looking for fast results with full control, WeWeb offers a powerful balance.

Lovable shines for quick prototyping, especially for users who prefer prompting over manual setup. But for teams who want to go beyond early-stage concepts, with full visibility and control over UI, logic, and data, WeWeb provides a more flexible foundation for scaling.