What is CodeBuddy?
CodeBuddy is a platform that combines AI-powered tools and human expert support to help build software faster and more reliably. On its site, it describes itself as “the only tool to help software owners maintain full access to their code, passwords, talent, transferability, and cloud deployment.”
Key features:
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It offers an “rIDE Software Studio” which you can download and use to plan, build and deploy apps using a unified tech stack.
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Users can either build the app themselves using rIDE or hire a “CodeBuddy Expert” (human) to build it for them.
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It uses AI agents trained on specific stacks, and includes StarterKits (pre-built modules) to speed up development.
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It claims to be oriented toward making software “in days, not months” and lowering the cost of building apps (for example stating “$200K Apps at $5K”).
Who is the Website Suitable for?
This tool is especially suitable for:
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Founders / non-technical entrepreneurs who have software ideas but limited coding skills, and want to quickly get a version built. The site emphasizes “regardless of your technical skills”.
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Small development teams or solo developers looking to accelerate development, reduce time to market, and leverage both AI and expert support.
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Startups or companies wanting an app or product built quickly with less overhead, and maintaining ownership and flexibility of the software (code, deployment, talent).
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Organizations that value access and transferability of their software stack (i.e., they want to own their code rather than being locked into proprietary systems).
It’s less likely to be a simple tool for casual hobby coding; the focus is on building real software, production-ready apps, and includes both self-build and expert-assisted paths.
Is It Paid or Free?
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CodeBuddy offers a free starter option: you can download the rIDE software studio, and there is mention of “$10 Free AI Credits ~ 8 hours of free planning & coding with CodeBuddy AI assistance”.
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It is pay-as-you-go rather than strictly subscription: “No long-term subscriptions – AI Credits charged only when in use.”
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There is a “Hire a CodeBuddy Expert” service, which is paid, starting at tasks (“$500 starting at per task”) according to their pricing page.
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The website mentions free hosting / development for two environments under certain conditions, but beyond that, hosting and environments may require pay-as-you-go cloud services.
In short: you can start for free and evaluate, but building a serious app (especially with expert help or production deployment) involves costs.
