App builder software is a digital tool or platform designed to empower users to create mobile applications without the need for coding expertise. It facilitates rapid prototyping, cost-effective development, cross-platform compatibility, and iterative improvements based on user feedback. The primary objective of app builder software is to democratize the app creation process, enabling individuals and organizations to easily and affordably build mobile apps tailored to their specific needs.
The main categories of app builder software products are cloud-based and on-premises solutions. Cloud-based carbon footprint management software, on the other hand, refers to a digital solution hosted on remote servers aimed at helping organizations measure, analyze, and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions to promote sustainable and environmentally conscious operations. These solutions encompass various types such as low-code development platforms and no-code development platforms, serving a wide range of applications including personal use, commercial use, and others.
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The app builder software market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.26 billion in 2024 to $3.79 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the rise of mobile app usage, shortage of skilled developers, demand for rapid prototyping, empowerment of citizen developers and expansion of the app economy.
The app builder software market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.89 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the expansion of the Internet of things (IoT), focus on digital transformation, demand for customization and personalization, shift towards remote work and collaboration and increasing mobile app usage. Major trends in the forecast period include rise of no-code or low-code platforms, integration of AI and machine learning, expansion of cross-platform development, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) support, and localization and internationalization.
The increasing prevalence of mobile devices is expected to propel the growth of the app builder software market. Mobile devices, including smartphones, tablets, and wearables, are portable electronic gadgets designed for wireless communication and computing on the go. The rise in mobile device usage is driven by advancements in technology, increased accessibility, smartphone affordability, and the growing demand for connectivity and convenience. These devices provide a platform for users to access and interact with software anywhere, enhancing their ability to create and manage mobile apps. App builder software often offers mobile applications or mobile-responsive web interfaces, allowing users to build and manage apps directly from their smartphones or tablets. For instance, in February 2024, Uswitch, a UK-based online comparison and switching service, reported that nearly all UK adults aged 16-24 (98%) own a smartphone. By 2025, the UK population is projected to reach 68.3 million, with about 95% (approximately 65 million people) predicted to be smartphone users. As a result, the growing prevalence of mobile devices is driving the expansion of the app builder software market.
Major companies operating in the app builder software market are focusing on developing innovative technologies, such as robust support for digital signatures, to enhance security, streamline workflows, and improve user experience in document management and transactions. Robust support for digital signatures involves the use of secure, cryptographic methods to verify the identity of signers and ensure the integrity of signed documents, making it easier for businesses to handle sensitive information with confidence. For instance, in May 2024, Wix.com Ltd., an Israel-based web development company, launched Wix Proposals, an advanced feature powered by the Prospero platform. This feature is designed to enhance how businesses manage long-term financial engagements. Wix Proposals integrates seamlessly into the Wix dashboard, allowing users to create, customize, and finalize professional proposals without having to switch platforms. The integration with Prospero provides a robust set of features tailored to various business needs, including secure document handling and transaction management, which is expected to improve efficiency and security in business operations.
In September 2024, SAP SE, a Germany-based software company, acquired WalkMe Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, SAP SE aims to enhance its capabilities in financial management and supply chain solutions, enabling businesses to optimize working capital and improve supplier relationships through advanced technology and automation. WalkMe Ltd. is a US-based software-as-a-service company that provides a digital adoption platform designed to help organizations enhance user engagement with software applications, ensuring seamless integration and increased efficiency in business operations.
Major companies operating in the app builder software market are Pegasystems Inc., Zoho Corporation Pvt. Ltd., Appian Corporation, OutSystems, Quick Base Inc., Exadel Inc., Caspio Inc., Mendix, Betty Blocks, Appy Pie LLC, Quixy Inc., Kintone Corporation, Alpha Software Corporation, AppSheet, Bubble Group Inc, Thunkable Inc., Buildfire, GoodBarber, AppMakr Inc., Mobile Roadie Inc., Shoutem, Lumavate LLC.
North America was the largest region in the app builder software market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the app builder software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the app builder software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The app builder software market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as drag-and-drop interface, pre-designed templates, integration with APIs (application programming interfaces) and services, cross-platform compatibility, preview and testing, analytics and reporting, app publishing, security features, customer support, and documentation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
App Builder Software Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:1) By Product: Cloud-Based; On-Premises
2) By Type: Low-Code Development Platforms; No-Code Development Platforms
3) By Application: Personal Use; Commercial Use; Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By Cloud-Based: Saas (Software As A Service) App Builders; Low-Code/No-Code Platforms; Cloud-Based Mobile App Development Platforms; Cloud-Based Web App Development Platforms
2) By On-premises: Self-Hosted App Builder Solutions; Customizable On-Premises Development Platforms; Enterprise App Builder Software (On-premises)
Companies Mentioned: Pegasystems Inc.; Zoho Corporation Pvt. Ltd.; Appian Corporation; OutSystems; Quick Base Inc.
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. App Builder Software Market Characteristics
3. App Builder Software Market Trends And Strategies
4. App Builder Software Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Covid And Recovery On The Market
5. Global App Builder Software Growth Analysis And Strategic Analysis Framework
5.1. Global App Builder Software PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
5.2. Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.3. Global App Builder Software Market Growth Rate Analysis
5.4. Global App Builder Software Historic Market Size and Growth, 2019 - 2024, Value ($ Billion)
5.5. Global App Builder Software Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2024 - 2029, 2034F, Value ($ Billion)
5.6. Global App Builder Software Total Addressable Market (TAM)
6. App Builder Software Market Segmentation
6.1. Global App Builder Software Market, Segmentation By Product, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Cloud-Based
On-Premises
6.2. Global App Builder Software Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Low-Code Development Platforms
No-Code Development Platforms
6.3. Global App Builder Software Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Personal Use
Commercial Use
Other Applications
6.4. Global App Builder Software Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Cloud-Based, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Saas (Software As A Service) App Builders
Low-Code/No-Code Platforms
Cloud-Based Mobile App Development Platforms
Cloud-Based Web App Development Platforms
6.5. Global App Builder Software Market, Sub-Segmentation Of On-premises, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
Self-Hosted App Builder Solutions
Customizable On-Premises Development Platforms
Enterprise App Builder Software (On-premises)
7. App Builder Software Market Regional And Country Analysis
7.1. Global App Builder Software Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion
7.2. Global App Builder Software Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2019-2024, 2024-2029F, 2034F, $ Billion