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Choosing the right platform to build your mobile app is a critical decision. Two popular options are MobiLoud and Adalo, but they serve very different purposes and are built for different kinds of businesses.
One is a full-service platform that converts your existing website into a powerful, native mobile app. The other is a no-code tool for building simple apps from scratch.
This article will break down the key differences between MobiLoud and Adalo to help you decide which is the best fit for your goals.
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Adalo is a general-purpose no-code app builder that allows you to create mobile and web applications using a drag-and-drop interface. It provides a library of pre-made components—like lists, forms, buttons, and charts—that you can assemble to build your app’s user interface.
It’s a solid choice for building simple applications from the ground up, such as internal tools, basic marketplaces, or minimum viable products (MVPs) for a new app idea. You don’t need any coding knowledge to get started, and you can publish your app to the Apple App Store, Google Play, and the web.
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MobiLoud is a fully managed service designed for one specific purpose: to convert your existing, successful website into high-quality native mobile apps for iOS and Android.
It’s not a DIY builder. Instead, our team handles the entire process for you, from initial setup and configuration to submitting your apps to the App Stores and managing ongoing updates. MobiLoud is ideal for established ecommerce stores, news publishers, and online communities that want to leverage their existing website to create a premium mobile app experience.
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The most important distinction between MobiLoud and Adalo is their fundamental approach.
Adalo requires you to rebuild everything from scratch. You start with a blank canvas and piece your app together using their components. If you have an existing website, you cannot reuse its features, content, or design. You must recreate every element and all of your site’s functionality within Adalo’s system. This means more work, more ongoing management, and a final product that will always be separate from your website. MobiLoud converts what you already have. It uses your existing website as the foundation for your mobile apps. This means all your site’s features, content, design, and plugins work seamlessly in the apps, right out of the box. There’s no need to rebuild anything. If you update your website, your apps update automatically. This saves countless hours of work and ensures your apps are always in sync with your primary web platform.#
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For any business with a successful website, MobiLoud is the smarter choice. Here’s why:
1. No Rebuilding, No Duplication: You’ve already invested in your website. MobiLoud leverages that investment, saving you from having to start over. All your existing content, features, and user data are ready to go from day one.
2. Full Design and Tech Freedom: Your apps will look and feel exactly like your website, preserving your brand identity. Any custom code, plugins, or third-party tools on your site will work perfectly in the apps.
3. Platform-Agnostic: MobiLoud works with any website or ecommerce platform, including Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Magento, and custom builds. You’re not locked into a specific ecosystem.
4. Done-For-You Service: Our team of experts handles everything. We configure, build, submit, and maintain your apps. You get all the benefits of a premium app without the headaches of managing it yourself. We’ve published thousands of apps and guarantee App Store approval.
5. Unlimited Integrations and Push Notifications: If it works on your site, it works in your app. You can also send unlimited push notifications to your users, a powerful tool for engagement and retention.
6. Always in Sync, No Tech Debt: Because your apps are a direct reflection of your website, they are never out of date. This eliminates the need for a separate app content management system and prevents the technical debt that comes from maintaining two separate platforms.
7. ROI-Focused Results: MobiLoud is built for businesses that want to see a return on their investment. Our apps are used by hundreds of stores and publishers to drive real results, like 3-7x higher lifetime value and 15-30% of sales coming through the app.
8. No Hidden Fees: Our pricing is straightforward. We charge a flat monthly fee and a one-time setup cost. We don’t take a percentage of your revenue or charge extra for transaction fees.
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Adalo is a great tool for its intended purpose: building simple, new applications from scratch. It’s a good fit if:
* You have an idea for a new app and want to build an MVP quickly. * You’re creating an internal tool for your business. * Your app has very simple functionality that can be built with pre-made components. * You don’t have an existing website to work from.
However, if you have an established website that is central to your business, trying to recreate it in Adalo will be a frustrating, time-consuming, and ultimately limiting process.
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If you’re a startup founder testing a new idea with a simple MVP, Adalo is a great, affordable tool to get started.
But if you’re an established ecommerce brand, publisher, or online business looking to create a premium mobile app experience that leverages your existing website, MobiLoud is the clear winner. You’ll save time, reduce overhead, and launch a more powerful, flexible, and scalable app.
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