Overview
Rork is an AI-powered platform that lets you build native mobile apps for iOS and Android simply by describing what you want in plain language. Founded by Levan Kvirkvelia and Daniel Dhawan, it turns a text prompt into a fully functional app—with UI, navigation, authentication, and data storage—without writing a single line of code.
Where most AI app builder tools output web apps or simple wrappers, Rork generates fully native apps using real device APIs. The standard tier uses React Native and Expo for cross-platform coverage on iOS, Android, and web; Rork Max, the platform's premium tier, goes further by compiling native Swift apps that run on every Apple platform—iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro. Backed by $2.8 million from Andreessen Horowitz, Rork has quickly become one of the most credible AI-native mobile development tools on the market.
Target users range from entrepreneurs validating app ideas to developers who want to ship prototypes in hours instead of weeks.
Key Features
Conversational app building — Describe your app in plain language and Rork's AI generates the full app structure, UI, and navigation. You can continue refining by chatting, no separate design or coding tool required.
Cross-platform native output — Standard projects produce React Native / Expo apps that run on iOS, Android, and web from one codebase. Rork Max produces native Swift apps compiled against the full Apple SDK, covering iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro.
Instant device preview — Expo (React Native) projects: scan a QR code with the Expo Go app to load your app on a physical device in seconds, no Xcode required. Rork Max (Swift) projects: install the Companion Mac app, connect your iPhone, and enable Developer Mode to run native builds directly on device.
Guided App Store publishing — Rork provides a built-in publishing flow for the Apple App Store: you supply your Apple Developer account credentials and Expo token, then follow guided steps to submit. TestFlight invites and build-status tracking are included. Google Play publishing is currently manual.
Code export on paid plans — Paid subscribers can export clean React Native or Swift source code via GitHub integration. You own the exported code and can continue development in any IDE; free plan projects do not include code export.
Serverless backend & integrations — Rork provides serverless functions out of the box, along with support for image uploads, API calls, and React Native libraries. Database and authentication typically require connecting an external service such as Supabase or Firebase; native auth and db are not currently built in.
Rork Max advanced capabilities — The Max tier officially supports 3D games, Widgets, Live Activities, Dynamic Island, Apple Watch, iPad, and Vision Pro. Deeper Apple frameworks (ARKit, HealthKit, NFC, etc.) are accessible through the native Swift codebase but may require exporting the project and adding integrations manually.
Pricing & Plans
Rork uses a credit-based model. Credits are consumed as the AI builds and revises your app; they reset on the 1st of each month.
| Plan | Price | Monthly Credits | Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/month | 35 (5/day limit) | — |
| Junior | $25/month | 100 | |
| Middle | $50/month | 250 | Chat |
| Senior | $100/month | 500 | Chat |
| Scale 1K | $200/month | 1,000 | Chat |
| Scale 2.5K | $500/month | 2,500 | Chat |
| Scale 5K | $900/month | 5,000 | Chat |
| Scale 10K | $1,800/month | 10,000 | Chat |
All paid plans include GitHub integration, an in-browser code editor, and private projects. A custom enterprise plan is available on request via support@rork.com.
The Free plan is suitable for testing simple ideas; Junior ($25/month) is the recommended starting point for anyone building a real project. Rork Max features are available on paid plans.
Best For
- Non-technical founders who want to build and publish an iOS or Android app without hiring a developer
- Developers prototyping app concepts who need a working demo faster than a traditional sprint allows — consider pairing with an AI code generator for backend logic
- iOS-focused indie makers who want access to advanced Apple platform features (Widgets, Live Activities, watchOS) without deep Swift expertise
- Startups running App Store validation tests before committing to a full engineering team
- Agencies building client-facing mobile MVPs under tight deadlines
FAQ
Is Rork free to use?
Yes. Rork has a permanent free plan with 35 credits per month and a daily cap of 5 credits. This is enough to build and test simple apps. For serious projects with frequent iterations, a paid plan starting at $25/month is more practical.
What is a Rork credit?
A credit represents one unit of AI compute used to generate or modify your app. Each message you send that causes the AI to write or update code consumes credits. The exact cost per message varies by complexity.
What is the difference between Rork and Rork Max?
Standard Rork generates React Native / Expo apps that run on iOS, Android, and web. Rork Max generates native Swift apps compiled against the real Apple SDK in Rork's cloud Mac fleet; testing requires the Companion Mac app and a connected device. Rork Max supports every Apple platform and features like 3D games and Live Activities, but does not include Android.
Can I publish my app to the App Store?
Rork provides a guided publishing flow for the Apple App Store. You will need an active Apple Developer account and an Expo account token; once those are set up, you can submit builds, invite TestFlight testers by email, and track build status from within Rork. Google Play publishing is currently a manual process.
Do I own the code Rork generates?
Code export is available on paid plans via GitHub integration. Once exported, the React Native or Swift source code runs in any standard development environment with no dependency on Rork. Free plan projects do not include code export.
What platforms does Rork support?
Standard Rork outputs apps for iOS, Android, and web. Rork Max supports iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro. Android is not currently supported by Rork Max.
Is coding knowledge required?
No coding knowledge is required to build and publish a basic app. However, understanding React Native or Swift is helpful if you want to customize the exported code or integrate third-party libraries beyond what the AI handles automatically.
How does Rork compare to tools like Blink.new, Atoms, or Imagine?
Rork is specifically focused on native mobile apps, whereas tools like Blink.new, Atoms, and Imagine target full-stack web apps. If your primary goal is an iOS or Android app in the App Store, Rork's native output and one-click submission workflow give it a significant advantage. For web-first products, the alternatives may be a better fit.
Can I use third-party APIs and libraries?
Yes. Rork supports API integrations, image uploads, and React Native libraries in standard projects. Rork Max provides access to native Apple frameworks including ARKit, HealthKit, HomeKit, Metal, and NFC, among others.
Is my app data and source code private?
All paid plans support private projects. Free plan projects may be visible to other users. Rork processes app generation on its cloud infrastructure; review the privacy policy at rork.com for data handling details.
