6 Successful No-Code Startups

A growing number of startups have proven that no-code isn’t just for prototypes and minimum viable products (MVPs) – they can be the foundation for multimillion dollar businesses. From fintech to property management, these companies demonstrate how entrepreneurs are leveraging no-code tools to build, validate, and scale their ideas faster than ever before. 

No-Code Startups That Have Found Success

The conventional wisdom that successful tech startups require significant technical expertise and custom code is being challenged by a new wave of entrepreneurs. Armed with no-code tools and a deep understanding of their target markets, these founders have built thriving businesses without writing a single line of traditional code. 

Their stories not only validate the no-code approach, but also highlight how modern entrepreneurs can focus on solving customer problems rather than technical challenges. Let’s explore some notable examples of startups that turned their no-code foundations into significant business success.

1. Comet 

Launched in 2016, Comet is one of the most famous no-code startup success stories. The startup’s digital platform helps companies find skilled technology freelancers to meet their specific project needs. 

Comet’s MVP was built entirely on Bubble, using the platform’s database to scale to about $800,000 in monthly revenue on average. While it isn’t clear how much of the platform is still powered by Bubble, this successful startup built its strong foundation using the no-code development platform. 

2. Dividend Finance 

Dividend Finance transformed the home improvement financing landscape by making solar panel and home efficiency upgrades more accessible to homeowners. The startup’s platform streamlined the traditionally complex lending process for sustainable home improvements by offering competitive loan products with transparent terms. 

The company built a unique marketplace that connected homeowners, solar installers, and lenders while handling the entire financing process from initial application to final approval. The initial platform was built on Bubble, facilitating more than $1 billion in loans prior to Fifth Third Bank acquiring Dividend Finance in 2022. 

3. Plato 

Plato addressed a critical gap in the tech industry by creating a mentorship marketplace specifically designed for engineering leaders and managers. The startup’s platform matched experienced technology leaders from companies like Google, Facebook, and Amazon with emerging engineering managers who needed guidance on leadership, technical decision-making, and team management skills.

The company’s solution went beyond simple matchmaking by providing structured mentorship programs, curated content, and a framework for meaningful mentor-mentee relationships. The Plato platform was built on Bubble, which helped the startup raise funding and gain acceptance into Y Combinator in 2016. 

4. Makerpad 

Makerpad pioneered the no-code education space by creating a comprehensive learning platform that demonstrated how to build functional products without traditional programming. The startup’s platform combined detailed tutorials, real-world project examples, and a vibrant community of makers. Beyond just education, Makerpad became a hub for the no-code movement by featuring case studies of successful no-code businesses, tool comparisons, and practical workflows.

Makerpad taught people how to use a combination of no-code tools to build their products, including Webflow, Stripe, Airtable, Zapier, and ConvertKit. The company notably generated more than $200,000 in revenue in less than a year. 

5. LetterHunt 

LetterHunt revolutionized the email outreach space by creating a platform that helps companies identify and communicate with niche newsletters to promote their products and services. With more than 10,000 newsletters across more than 20 categories on the platform, business owners can discover targeted opportunities for advertising to get more out of their campaign spending. 

LetterHunt built its initial platform using the Softr no-code app builder. The startup generated $4,000 in revenue in two months and was featured as the #1 product of the week on ProductHunt. 

6. Chara 

Chara redefines holistic health by connecting users with top-rated wellness providers across mental, physical, and spiritual health. From diet and fertility to mental health and nutrition, Chara’s platform offers on-demand access to experts like health coaches, nutritionists, and mental health specialists. Built on the Adalo platform, Chara’s no-code solution helps users book personalized wellness sessions either in-office or via video chat.

By leveraging no-code technology, Chara has made holistic health more accessible, creating a space where users can explore curated wellness solutions without technical barriers.