Thunkable

by Thunkable, Inc.

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Thunkable is a no-code platform for building and publishing native mobile and web apps through a visual interface. It supports device features, APIs, data sources, reusable components, and AI-assisted app generation.

No-code app developmentFounded by Arun Saigal and WeiHua LiVisit website →
🔍 Last checked: 9/1/2026 · Confidence: 94%

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Thunkable’s website and product documentation remain available, and the company continues to present current plans and an AI-assisted app-building product.

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📅 Timeline

2016-03-01

Thunkable launched

MIT News reported the launch of Thunkable, a platform created by former MIT App Inventor team members Arun Saigal and WeiHua Li to help people build mobile apps without conventional coding.

2018-07-31

Raised $3.3 million seed round

TechCrunch reported that Thunkable raised $3.3 million in seed funding led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from NEA, PJC, and others.

2022-04-05

Raised $30 million Series B

Thunkable announced a $30 million Series B led by Owl Ventures, with participation from existing investors Lightspeed Venture Partners and NEA.

2024-02-14

Introduced AI-powered app generation

Thunkable announced an AI feature designed to generate an editable app project from a natural-language description, extending its visual no-code workflow.

🔄 Alternatives to Thunkable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thunkable used for?

Thunkable is used to create mobile and web apps through drag-and-drop interface design and visual logic blocks. Projects can connect to APIs and data sources and use device capabilities such as cameras, location, and sensors.

Does Thunkable use AI to build apps?

Yes. Thunkable offers AI-assisted app generation that can turn a natural-language app description into an editable starting project. Users can then modify the interface and application logic in Thunkable’s visual editor.

Can Thunkable publish native mobile apps?

Yes. Thunkable is designed to build apps for Android and iOS, with publishing features governed by its current plans and the requirements of Google Play and Apple’s App Store.

Do I need coding experience to use Thunkable?

No conventional coding is required for many projects. Thunkable uses visual components and block-based logic, although understanding variables, conditions, data structures, APIs, and app-store rules is useful for advanced apps.

What are the best Thunkable alternatives?

Glide is a strong option for data-driven business apps, Bubble is suited to complex browser-based applications, and Gumloop focuses on no-code AI workflows and automation. The best choice depends on whether native mobile publishing, web-app depth, or automation is the priority.