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§ Comparison · Updated May 2026

Bolt.new vs Devin.

Bolt.new and Devin are frequently shortlisted together. Both compete in the coding & development space, so the right pick comes down to pricing model, ecosystem, and the specific features you'll lean on. This page lays out the spec sheet, an editor verdict, and answers to the questions people search before choosing.

§ Verdict

Highest rated

Devin

Editor score 4.4/5 — leads on overall quality across our evaluation.

Best value

Bolt.new

freemium with paid tiers pricing — the lowest-friction option of the group.

Broadest feature set

Bolt.new

5 headline features — the most all-in-one option.

§ Spec sheet

Bolt.new
Bolt.new

Prompt, run, edit, and deploy full-stack apps in your browser — no local setup needed.

Devin
Devin

The first autonomous AI software engineer — plans and executes complex engineering tasks end-to-end.

Rating
4.3
4.4
PricingFreemiumPaid
CategoryCoding & DevelopmentCoding & Development
Features
  • • Full-stack app generation from prompts
  • • Runs entirely in the browser — no local setup
  • • Instant deployment
  • • Edit and iterate conversationally
  • • Supports React, Next.js, and modern frameworks
  • • Autonomous end-to-end software engineering
  • • Long-term reasoning across thousands of decisions
  • • Environment setup, coding, debugging, and deployment
  • • Enterprise-grade with SOC 2 compliance
  • • Used by Goldman Sachs, Cisco, Palantir, Dell
Pros
  • + Zero setup — works entirely in browser
  • + Incredibly fast from idea to deployed app
  • + Great for prototyping and MVPs
  • + Can handle full engineering tasks autonomously
  • + Impressive at complex multi-step development
  • + Enterprise-ready with major customer traction
Cons
  • − Generated code can need significant refactoring
  • − Limited for complex production applications
  • − Browser-based has performance limits
  • − Enterprise pricing — not for individuals
  • − Not open-source
  • − Still requires human oversight for critical code
Use Cases
Rapid prototyping and MVPsHackathon projectsLearning web developmentQuick demo apps
Automating routine engineering tasksLegacy code migrationBug fixing at scalePrototype and MVP development
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§ Best for

Pick Bolt.new for

Non-technical founders who need rapid prototyping and mvps.

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Pick Devin for

Enterprise engineering teams who need automating routine engineering tasks.

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§ Common questions

Bolt.new vs Devin — which is better?

It depends on what you're optimizing for. Devin edges Bolt.new on our editor rating (4.4 vs 4.3), but ratings are a coarse signal. The verdict above breaks down which one wins for budget, feature breadth, and self-hosting.

Which of these is free?

Bolt.new is the no-cost option in this comparison (freemium with paid tiers). The rest charge per seat, per token, or by usage.

When should I pick Bolt.new over Devin?

Pick Bolt.new when rapid prototyping and mvps matters more than Devin's strengths in automating routine engineering tasks. The "best for" callouts above translate this into concrete personas.

Are there other tools to consider?

Yes — every tool in this comparison has its own alternatives page that ranks the closest competitors. Click any tool name to drill into its full review and alternatives list.

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