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Low Code Application Development Platform

Last updated: January 2025

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WaveMaker - 2025 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

What is WaveMaker?

WaveMaker is a rapid app development (RAD) platform which can be used to create both web and mobile applications using a drag-and-drop, low-code visual interface, while still giving users the ability to extend and customize the underlying code. Multiple device types are automatically supported, with one-click cross-platform mobile development, testing, and deployment.

WaveMaker includes a range of built-in templates for different web and mobile apps, including login pages and dashboards, and a selection of themes to give a consistent user experience across different pages and UI elements. For web apps, out-of-the-box chart widgets give users insight into data, and page transitions and animations can be added to mobile apps, with the option to link touch gestures to actionable events, allowing data and content to be explored. WaveMaker supports REST and SOAP APIs for integration and API-based development, and users can connect to mobile backend services (MBaaS) and import existing database schema from multiple platforms.

Widget properties and styles can be customized in WaveMaker without requiring any code, but users can also change the Javascript and HTML markup, and write Java services to make modifications to apps according to business logic or workflows. The code generated by WaveMaker is Maven compliant, and full projects can be exported as either ZIP or WAR files. App versions can be controlled through source code repository integrations, and multiple app versions can be deployed to different deployment targets, such as development and production environments. Apps can be previewed on multiple devices and resolutions, and users can choose to deploy apps with one click, or export apps as WAR files for manual deployment. Mobile apps can also be packaged with platform-specific installers for Microsoft, Google, and Apple app stores.

Benefits of using WaveMaker

  • A range of built-in web and mobile app templates, including dashboards and login pages, and UI themes allow users to instantly begin working on the design of their application, and for mobile apps, page animations such as slide, fade, flip, and pop, can be added and touch gestures linked to actionable events.

  • For mobile apps, data can be stored offline on the client device, and device features including the camera, contacts, location, network, and more can be accessed and used.

  • Developers can modify applications according to business logic or workflows, with the ability to edit the HTML markup and Javascript, and write additional Java services.

  • The user interface and widget properties can be changed without requiring any code, and behavior and navigation can be setup based on events or user actions.

  • Application behavior can be controlled based on user roles, with role definition, assignment, and access level controls on pages, widgets, and services.
  • Starting from

    500

    Per month

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    WaveMaker's key features

    Most critical features, based on insights from WaveMaker users:

    Multiple Programming Languages Supported
    For Developers
    Integrated Development Environment
    Deployment Management
    Load Testing
    Cloud Computing

    All WaveMaker features

    Features rating:

    Graphical User Interface
    API
    Workflow Management
    Real-Time Reporting
    Real-Time Notifications
    Real-Time Data
    Project Workflow
    Project Management
    Pre-built Templates
    Performance Monitoring
    Performance Management
    Offline Access
    Monitoring
    Mobile Development
    Mobile Access
    Lifecycle Management
    Iteration Management
    Integrations Management
    Graphical Workflow Editor
    Forms Management
    Forms Creation & Design
    For No-Code Development
    For Low-Code Development
    Website Development
    Web/Mobile App Development
    Web Forms
    Web App Development
    Visual Modeling
    Version Control
    Third-Party Integrations
    Templates
    Template Management
    Task Management
    Source Control
    Software Development
    Social Media Integration
    Secure Data Storage
    Search/Filter
    Rules-Based Workflow
    Role-Based Permissions
    Requirements Management
    Reporting/Analytics
    Reporting & Statistics
    Real-Time Updates
    Drag & Drop
    Collaboration Tools
    Code Editing
    Code Development
    Charting
    Change Management
    Calendar Management
    Business Process Automation
    Backup and Recovery
    Automated Testing
    Authentication
    Audit Trail
    Approval Process Control
    Application Security
    Application Management
    Analytics
    Alerts/Notifications
    AI-assisted Development
    Agile Methodologies
    Activity Tracking
    Activity Dashboard
    Access Controls/Permissions
    Document Storage
    Document Management
    Debugging
    Database Support
    Data Visualization
    Data Security
    Data Modeling
    Data Import/Export
    Data Aggregation and Publishing
    Customizable Templates
    Customizable Reports
    Customizable Forms
    Customizable Fields
    Customizable Branding
    Custom Development
    CRM
    Content Management
    Configurable Workflow
    Compliance Management
    Compatibility Testing
    Collaborative Development

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    WaveMaker pricing

    Value for money rating:

    Starting from

    500

    Per month

    Per Feature

    Pricing details
    Subscription
    Free trial
    Free plan
    Pricing range

    WaveMaker support options

    Typical customers

    Freelancers
    Small businesses
    Mid size businesses
    Large enterprises

    Platforms supported

    Web
    Android
    iPhone/iPad

    Support options

    Email/Help Desk
    Chat
    Knowledge Base
    24/7 (Live rep)
    FAQs/Forum
    Phone Support

    Training options

    Videos
    Live Online
    Webinars
    In Person
    Documentation

    WaveMaker reviews

    Overall rating

    4.6

    /5

    46

    Positive reviews

    98

    %

    Rating breakdown
    • Value for money
    • Ease of use
    • Features
    • Customer support
    • Likelihood to recommend8.72/10
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    Pros
    I would not want to go into details but WaveMaker is a great tool if you are interested in creating great applications. It is affordable and their customer services team is amazing.
    I am particularly impressed by your support, which is quick and friendly. I am pleased with the entire team.
    The platform is a lot more stable now than what it was when I started using 1.5 years ago. Knowledgeable and prompt support helps you get around any issues or help using the platform.
    Cons
    I do not understand why the claimed market leaders OutSystems and Mendix charge so much where as WaveMaker charges only 10% of OutSystems and Mendix.
    The documentation for the Mobile development - currently is a little weak.
    In the beginning the price and available features were odd. For nearly $10,000 per year you could acquire a Wavemaker license for ONE app.

    WaveMaker FAQs

    Q. What type of pricing plans does WaveMaker offer?

    WaveMaker has the following pricing plans:
    Starting from: $500.00/month
    Pricing model: Subscription
    Free Trial: Available | (No Credit Card required)

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    Q. Who are the typical users of WaveMaker?

    WaveMaker has the following typical customers:
    Large Enterprises, Mid Size Business, Small Business


    Q. What languages does WaveMaker support?

    WaveMaker supports the following languages:
    English


    Q. Does WaveMaker support mobile devices?

    WaveMaker supports the following devices:
    Android, iPad, iPhone


    Q. Does WaveMaker offer an API?

    Yes, WaveMaker has an API available for use.


    Q. What other apps does WaveMaker integrate with?

    WaveMaker integrates with the following applications:
    Microsoft SharePoint, GitHub, Quickbase, Microsoft Viva Engage, WebView AMS, MySQL, Salesforce Sales Cloud, LinkedIn for Business, Bitbucket, Meta for Business, DigitalOcean, Google Calendar, Google Maps


    Q. What level of support does WaveMaker offer?

    WaveMaker offers the following support options:
    Email/Help Desk, Chat, Knowledge Base, 24/7 (Live rep), FAQs/Forum, Phone Support

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