--- description: Learn more about Buildfire price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in South Africa. Read reviews from verified users and discover similar tools. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Buildfire Price, Reviews & Features - Capterra South Africa 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [App Development Software](/directory/30082/application-development/software) > [Buildfire](/software/147790/buildfire) # Buildfire Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.za/software/147790/buildfire Page: 1 / 6\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/147790/buildfire?page=2) > Buildfire is a native app building platform that enables users to build, publish, and manage professional iOS and Android applications. > > Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 129 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses Buildfire? Buildfire caters to businesses in eCommerce, news \& media, events, employee communication, fitness, education, real estate, and more. It also has a white label platform for agencies and app resellers. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 129 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Buildfire - **Founded**: 2014 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$165,00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Both annual and monthly billed subscriptions available. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Botswana and 173 more ## Features - API - Change Management - Compatibility Testing - Customizable Templates - Data Import/Export - Debugging - Deployment Management - Design Management - Design Templates - Drag & Drop - Graphical User Interface - Integrated Development Environment - No-Code - Pre-built Templates - Visual Modeling ## Integrations (6 total) - Calendly - Firebase - Google Docs - Instagram - Shopify - Zapier ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [App Development Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30082/application-development/software) ## Related Categories - [App Development Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30082/application-development/software) - [App Design Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/31063/app-design/software) - [App Building Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/32016/app-building/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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[IntelliJ IDEA](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/136010/intellij-idea) — 4.7/5 (1256 reviews) ## Reviews ### "BuildFire Burned" — 3.0/5 > **Daryl** | *16 November 2024* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easy to use for basic app development, drag and drop style. > > **Cons**: Does not go beyond basic development or customization. > > After I contacted support for an interview, I was told that I may want to hire someone that does app development from scratch to have the functions needed for my app. ----- ### "My experience with Buildfire" — 5.0/5 > **Muna** | *26 January 2026* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: BuildFire is a powerful no-code app builder with a simple drag-and-drop interface. It offers customizable templates, plugins, and strong support for both iOS and Android apps > > **Cons**: BuildFire can be expensive for smaller projects, and some advanced customizations require technical knowledge. > > Overall, BuildFire is a reliable and versatile platform for creating mobile apps quickly. It’s especially useful for businesses looking for professional apps without extensive coding. ----- ### "BuildFire" — 5.0/5 > **Romaric** | *08 February 2023* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's an intelligent alternative for coders or noncoders looking for web app-building solutions with high budget and flexibility.BuildFire offers fascinating app-building solutions similar to bubble.io with a lot of cool and awesome features to develop business apps in almost any industry.This tool is ideal for building any type of web-based app no matter its complexity. It's easy to use and provides a nice development experience. > > **Cons**: It's certain that BuildFire is best for large businesses and enterprises with high budgets. It's a major reason why we had to deviate to a different provider > > The app itself is very nice and has a lot of fo features that can be utilized to develop any web-based application without any coding expertise. ----- ### "Best Self App Publishing Platform" — 5.0/5 > **Chris** | *24 September 2019* | Nonprofit Organization Management | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: The ease and quick ability to design, build and publish an app is second to none. They have all of the needed tools, support and UX to build not just any old app, but a great looking app with ease\! > > **Cons**: It takes a few minuets to get used to their building interface. But once you get the hang of it you are good to go\! > > It was a great experience. I have used the "other guys" before and was not pleased with my final product. This is a solid platform that does not look like a cookie cutter app, which is what the competition offers. ----- ### "Customer Service appalling" — 5.0/5 > **Amy** | *13 June 2020* | Hospital & Health Care | Recommendation rating: 2.0/10 > > **Pros**: Features are easy to use, there is a learning curve but easy to overcome. > > **Cons**: All the information in my app disappeared and literally nobody has been able to give a competent reply as to what happened. > > Even though am paying customer, in the tier where I cannot reach an individual to speak to. I get reply emails with same message "we are looking into it" and it has been several weeks. 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