Webflow vs Bubble: which platform to choose for your project?

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March 22, 2023

Bubble and Webflow are two popular web platform builders that we will compare in this article.

If you're looking for a solution to build your own website (for example), you've probably heard of both of these options, but maybe you don't know which one to choose yet. ‍ That's where we come in to help you understand the pros and cons of each platform, so you can make an informed decision and create a website that meets your needs.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a small business owner, or a seasoned web developer, this article will help you determine which tool is best suited for your website creation needs.

Quick description of Bubble and Webflow

Bubble and Webflow development interface

Bubble is a web development platform created in 2012, which allows you to develop websites and applications in No code. It offers many capabilities such as workflows, drag-and-drop interface and integrations. The tool is designed to be beginner-friendly, but also offers advanced features for more experienced users.

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Webflow is a website design platform created in 2013, which simplify responsive website creation with No Code development. Webflow too uses an easy-to-use drag-and-drop interface, predefined templates, CMS databases and animation actions that allow for high-quality sites. This No Code tool also offers advanced features for more experienced users, like the ability to add custom code. Webflow is also a great option for creating e-commerce websites.

Comparison of key features and differences

Although Bubble and Webflow offer similar features, they have some important differences to note. Here is an overview of the main features:

Type of important key features to build an web site : user interface, features, SEO, flexibility, Security, collaboration

User interface

Bubble offers a more complex interface than Webflow because it is primarily designed for developers and also allows to develop web applications.

On the other hand, Webflow offers a more intuitive interface, so the user has more ease in understanding the tool.

Features

In terms of pure functionality, Bubble has a head start on workflow and integration automation. On the other hand, Webflow is more advanced in terms of design, whether in terms of animation or scrolling effects for example.

E-commerce

Webflow is often considered the best choice for creating an e-commerce site compared to Bubble, offering advanced features such as inventory management, billing, etc.

Flexibility

Bubble is more flexible than Webflow with its complex interface, it allows more customizations.

Collaboration

Webflow is limited in its collaboration, it is difficult to work with several people on the same project. The solution is to pay more, which can quickly become expensive. On the contrary, with Bubble, users can easily share their work with other members of their team and collaborate on projects.
Note that on Webflow, only one person can design, while on Bubble, many people can design at the same time.

SEO

When it comes to SEO, both No Code tools have fairly similar offerings for optimizing your website's SEO. This includes the ability to customize Meta tags, URLs, titles and descriptions.

Multilingual

Bubble has a multilingual option, unlike Webflow. At the moment, you have to use the Weglot tool to have a multilingual site on Webflow. They announced in November 2022 at the WebflowConf that the arrival of a multilingual feature would appear by 2023.

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Focus on security

Security is a key factor when building a website. Both tools offer advanced security measures to protect your data and your website against online threats.

What you need to know is that Webflow takes care of the security in a native way, and it is impossible to customize it.

On Bubble, on the contrary, you have to manage everything yourself on the privacy part.

Simply put, both tools offer stable security measures to protect your websites and data. Security is an ongoing process and that you need to take measures to keep your website secure, such as updating your software regularly and using strong passwords.

 

With this comparison, it should be understood that the use of each tool depends on your skills and needs. Webflow would be more suitable for a non-technical user, although its use is not that simple. Bubble will be more technical and will require a little more knowledge.

Price comparison

Both No code tools offer a wide range of pricing plans to meet users' needs.

Bubble pricing

Pricing Bubble

Bubble's paid plans start at $32 per month and go up to $399 per month. Bubble also offers a free version that gives you a good first look at the tool. On average, Bubble's pricing is equal to the market, but still higher than Webflow's.

Webflow pricing

Two plans of Webflow Pricing

Webflow's packages are divided into two plans:

  • The classic websites where there are several packages including a free version. Pricing for this plan starts at $14 and has no detailed limit because there is a plan that fits your business needs.
  • The plan for e-commerce sites with three packages, one Standard at $29, the second Plus at $74 and the last Advanced at $212.

Webflow's prices are affordable and flexible, and it fully adapts to your needs. They are also less expensive than those of Bubble.

Advantages and disadvantages

Webflow Bubble
Responsive website development
Application development
E-commerce
Dynamic community
Affordable price
Free version
SEO compatibility
Multilingual
Template
Code export
Easy to master
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Conclusion

So Webflow or Bubble ?

Choosing between Bubble and Webflow, can be difficult, both platforms are quite complete but each of them is more adapted to develop a type of project.

If you are looking to create a simple website to present your business or blog, Webflow is your best choice. With its ease of use, design flexibility and affordable price, Webflow the most adaptable tool.

Webflow is also an excellent platform for e-commerce websites. With these different plans, it fits perfectly the need of an e-commerce website or sites requiring a member area.

But if you want a web platform or an application, Bubble is the right tool for you. Bubble is one of the most developed No code tools.

At the end of the day, there is no single solution that fits all projects. That's why it's important to think carefully about your projects, so you know towards.

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