Bolt.diy
Best For
Developers seeking an open-source, locally-hosted alternative to StackBlitz Bolt for full-stack development.
Not Ideal For
Non-technical users looking for a no-code website builder without local environment setup.
Pros & Cons
- Complete local control over code and data
- Supports multiple LLM providers via Ollama or OpenRouter
- No subscription fees for the core platform
- Full-stack application generation capabilities
- Active open-source community and frequent updates
- Requires technical knowledge to set up local LLMs
- Performance depends heavily on local hardware specs
- Initial environment configuration can be complex
Key Features
Browser-Based IDE
Full-featured development environment running directly in your web browser.
Multi-LLM Support
Connect to local models via Ollama or cloud APIs like Anthropic.
Full-Stack Scaffolding
Generates frontend, backend, and database configurations automatically.
Local Execution
Run and preview applications entirely on your local machine.
Token Management
Granular control over API usage and token spending for cloud models.
Pricing Breakdown
Bolt.diy is an open-source, self-hostable AI tool with an MIT license, meaning the source code itself is free to use. However, users are responsible for the costs associated with integrating and using external AI model APIs (LLMs) and hosting infrastructure, which are usage-based and billed separately by their respective providers.
Price last checked Oct 5, 2026 (automated estimate)
⚠️ Pricing is subject to change. Always verify current pricing on the tool's official website before purchasing.
Free Tier
The Bolt.diy tool itself has no inherent free tier limits as it is open-source and self-hosted. Any limits or costs would be determined by the specific LLM providers and hosting services chosen by the user.
Integrations
Who Should Use This
Developers seeking an open-source, locally-hosted alternative to StackBlitz Bolt for full-stack development.
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