Rork
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Build real mobile apps by describing them in plain English, then publish to the App Store in hours.
Key features
Free tier available, Middle at $50/mo
Anyone with an app idea who does not know how to code and wants to see it on their phone in minutes
Only major AI tool focused specifically on native mobile apps with built in App Store publishing
What it does
AI App Generation
Describe your app idea in plain English and Rork generates a working mobile app with UI, navigation, and core logic. Iterate by chatting: request changes, add features, or fix issues through conversation.
Cross Platform Apps
Build one app that works on iPhone, Android, and the web from a single codebase. Powered by React Native and Expo, so the apps are real native apps, not web wrappers.
Instant Device Preview
Test your app on your actual phone by scanning a QR code with the free Expo Go app. See changes in real time as you iterate with the AI.
App Store Publishing
Publish your finished app directly to the Apple App Store or TestFlight. The process is built into Rork so you do not need to deal with Xcode or build tools yourself.
Code Export and GitHub
Export your full source code to GitHub on paid plans. You own 100% of the code, can continue development in any editor, and there is no vendor lock in.
Rork Max
Build native Swift apps for every Apple platform: iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Vision Pro, and iMessage. Includes 3D games, AR experiences, widgets, Live Activities, and more. Powered by Claude Opus 4.6.
Learn moreRork Backend
Serverless backend functions that run in the cloud. Securely connect to third party APIs like OpenAI, Stripe, or any custom service without exposing API keys in your app code.
Collaboration
Invite team members by email or shareable link. Assign editor or viewer roles and work together on the same project.
Pricing
Free
Try Rork with 35 credits per month (5 per day). Public projects only, no code export.
- 35 credits per month (5 per day)
- Public projects only
- Browser and device preview
- App Preview sharing (.rork.app links)
- No code export
- No App Store publishing
Junior
100 credits per month with private projects, code export to GitHub, and email support.
- 100 credits per month
- Private projects
- Code editor access
- GitHub integration and code export
- App Store publishing
- Email support
Middle
250 credits per month with everything in Junior plus chat support for faster help.
- 250 credits per month
- Everything in Junior
- Chat support
Senior
500 credits per month with everything in Middle. Best for active builders who iterate frequently.
- 500 credits per month
- Everything in Middle
- Priority support
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Only major AI tool focused specifically on native mobile apps with built in App Store publishing
- Genuinely fast: working prototype on your phone in minutes, published app in hours or days
- No coding required for basic apps; describe what you want in plain English and iterate through conversation
- Full code ownership: export to GitHub, continue in any editor, no vendor lock in
- Rork Max brings unprecedented capabilities: native Swift for every Apple platform including Vision Pro and Apple Watch
- Cross platform from one codebase: iOS, Android, and web via React Native and Expo
- Free tier available with 35 credits per month to try before committing
- Backed by a16z with over 1 million apps built by users and 743,000+ monthly website visitors
Cons
- Credit based pricing can be expensive for iterative development; each prompt costs one credit regardless of complexity, and credits do not roll over
- Bug reports are common: users report crashes, preview failures, and the AI sometimes getting stuck in error loops
- No built in database, authentication, or payments; must integrate Supabase, Firebase, or RevenueCat manually after exporting code
- App Store publishing still requires an Apple Developer Account ($99/year) and some technical knowledge for certificates and signing
- Google Play publishing is not natively supported yet; requires exporting code and using Expo EAS manually
- No visual drag and drop editor; all customization happens through text prompts only
- Customer support is limited on lower tiers (email only on Junior, chat only on Middle+) and the team is small
- Complex features like social login, push notifications, and in app purchases require exporting code and manual integration
How to get started
Create your account
Go to rork.com and sign in. The free tier gives you 35 credits per month (5 per day) to try building your first app. No credit card required.
Describe your app idea
Type a description of the app you want to build in the chat. Be as specific as possible about the screens, features, and functionality you need. For example: 'Build a recipe app where I can save my favorite recipes, add ingredients to a shopping list, and share recipes with friends.'
Preview on your phone
Download the free Expo Go app on your iPhone or Android phone, then scan the QR code that Rork shows you. Your app will load on your actual device within seconds. You can also use the browser preview for quick checks.
Iterate and refine
Keep chatting to add features, change the design, or fix issues. Each message uses one credit. Use the version history to restore previous versions if something breaks. Share your app with others using App Preview links (.rork.app) before publishing.
Publish to the App Store
When your app is ready, click Publish and follow the instructions. You will need an Apple Developer Account ($99/year) for the App Store. For Google Play, export your code to GitHub and use Expo EAS to build and submit. Upgrade to a paid plan ($25+/month) if you need code export and publishing access.
Deep dive
Detailed guides with comparisons, tips, and visuals for each feature.
How Rork Builds Your App
The step by step process from typing a description to having a working app on your phone, including how the AI generates code and handles iteration.
Rork Max: Native Swift for Every Apple Platform
Build native Swift apps for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Vision Pro, and iMessage with 3D games, AR, widgets, and more.
Publishing to the App Store and Google Play
The real process of going from a Rork app to a published listing, including what Rork handles and what you still need to do yourself.
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Last updated: 2026-02-20