8 Best No-Code Tools (2023 Guide with Examples)

8 Best No-Code Tools (2023 Guide with Examples)

In 2023, the no-code movement didn’t just keep growing—it leapt forward. For makers, businesses, and anyone who’s ever felt held back by “I don’t know how to code,” this year has been about turning ideas into reality without hiring developers. Below are eight of the best no-code tools from 2023, each with real-world examples to help you see what they can do.

1. Bubble

Bubble remains a top pick if you want to build full web applications without writing code. It supports building complex workflows, user authentication, payments, and responsive design. For example, some startups used Bubble to build minimum viable products (MVPs) like marketplaces and CRMs, going from concept to usable product in just a few weeks.

2. Webflow

If design and front-end polish matter to you, Webflow is unbeatable. It lets non-designers build beautiful websites and landing pages with full visual control, animations, and interactions, all without coding. Businesses have used Webflow to launch marketing sites, portfolios, and even dynamic content sites for blogs and memberships.

3. Glide

Glide turns spreadsheets (like Google Sheets) into apps. Want a simple internal tool, directory, or dashboard? Glide is perfect. For example, teams have used it to build internal operations dashboards or client-facing directories by connecting it to a spreadsheet and designing the UI with minimal effort.

4. Airtable

Airtable is part spreadsheet, part database, part app builder. It’s highly flexible and works well for organizing data, building lightweight internal tools, or managing workflows. Many small businesses use Airtable as their “single source of truth,” tying together project management, content planning, and even simple automation.

5. Adalo

If you want mobile apps and you don’t want to touch code, Adalo is a strong choice. It provides drag-and-drop UI elements, ready-made templates, and support for both Android & iOS. Use cases include building customer apps, event apps, or simple service-based platforms.

6. Thunkable

Thunkable is similar to Adalo in that it focuses more on mobile. It gives you native app output (Android/iOS) via visual building. It’s great for prototyping mobile experiences or launching simpler apps without large budgets.

7. Zapier & Make (formerly Integromat)

These tools aren’t for full app building, but they’re essential glue-tools in the no-code ecosystem. If you need automations, workflows, or integrations between tools, Zapier and Make let you connect apps, trigger actions, move data—all visually. For instance, automating emails when a form is submitted, syncing data between apps, or triggering alerts based on data changes.

8. Retool / Internal Tools Builders

For companies that need heavier internal tools (dashboards, admin panels, etc.), tools like Retool excel. They allow connecting to your backend via APIs, drag-and-drop UI components, and rapid deployment. These are commonly used by operations teams, analytics teams, or support teams who want a bespoke internal solution without building from scratch.