Overview
Stitch is an experimental AI-powered UI design tool from Google Labs that transforms plain text prompts, images, and rough wireframes into fully rendered user interfaces and usable frontend code scaffolds — in minutes. Launched at Google I/O 2025, it was reportedly built from Galileo AI (per public posts from the Galileo team), initially powered by Gemini 2.5 Pro and Gemini 2.5 Flash, with Gemini 3 introduced in December 2025 (exact available models may vary by update).
The tool is aimed at designers, developers, and product teams who want to close the gap between a design idea and working code without spending hours in traditional design software. Whether you're mapping out a complete user flow or rapidly iterating on a single screen, Stitch handles the heavy lifting of layout, component selection, and code generation automatically.
Stitch is completely free to use, offering up to 350 UI generations per month in Standard mode and 50 per month in Experimental mode. It's currently available at stitch.withgoogle.com with no subscription required.
Key Features
Text-to-UI generation — Describe an app or screen in plain English and Stitch generates a high-fidelity UI layout instantly, letting you validate visual concepts before writing a single line of code.
Image & wireframe input — Upload hand-drawn sketches, screenshots, or rough wireframes and Stitch converts them into polished digital UIs, preserving your original intent while adding visual structure.
Two AI modes — Standard mode uses Gemini 2.5 Flash for fast generation and Figma export; Experimental mode uses Gemini 2.5 Pro for deeper reasoning and higher-quality outputs. Gemini 3 was introduced to Stitch in December 2025, with specific model availability shown in-product.
Prototypes feature — Stitch multiple screens together on a canvas to build interactive user flows, allowing you to design navigation and transitions before development begins.
Paste to Figma — Export generated designs directly into Figma as editable frames for further refinement, collaboration, and integration with existing design systems.
HTML/CSS code export — Every design comes with clean, functional frontend code you can paste directly into your development environment, eliminating the need for manual design-to-code handoff.
Design system tokens — Lock in light/dark modes, custom color palettes, and typography across generated screens. Through the open-source Stitch Skills ecosystem (github.com/google-labs-code/stitch-skills), designs can be converted into React component systems with consistent design token handling.
Pricing & Plans
Stitch by Google is completely free with generous usage limits. There are no paid tiers or subscription plans required.
| Plan | Price | Generations | Model |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Free | 350/month | Gemini 2.5 Flash |
| Experimental | Free | 50/month | Gemini 2.5 Pro |
Standard mode focuses on speed and supports Figma export and HTML/CSS code output. It's best for everyday ideation and rapid iteration.
Experimental mode uses Gemini 2.5 Pro for more refined, reasoning-heavy design generation. It supports image inputs and HTML/CSS export, but not direct Figma export.
Note: The 350/month and 50/month generation limits are sourced from Google AI Developers Forum discussions. Stitch is an active Google Labs experiment — limits and features may change. No credit card is required to get started. Last verified: February 2026.
Best For
- Product designers who need to quickly explore multiple UI concepts before committing to a final direction
- Developers building apps who want a working UI scaffold with frontend code, without relying on a dedicated designer
- Startups and solo founders prototyping MVPs and validating product ideas rapidly
- Design teams looking to accelerate early-stage ideation before moving into Figma or a component library
- Students and learners exploring AI app builder workflows and design-to-code pipelines
FAQ
Is Stitch by Google really free?
Yes. Stitch is completely free to use. Standard mode offers 350 UI generations per month using Gemini 2.5 Flash, and Experimental mode offers 50 generations per month using Gemini 2.5 Pro. No credit card or subscription is required — just sign in with a Google account at stitch.withgoogle.com.
What is the difference between Standard and Experimental mode?
Standard mode uses Gemini 2.5 Flash, which prioritizes speed and supports Figma export as well as HTML/CSS code output. Experimental mode uses Gemini 2.5 Pro, which applies deeper reasoning for higher-quality designs. Experimental mode accepts both text and image inputs but only exports HTML/CSS, not Figma frames.
Can I export designs from Stitch to Figma?
Yes, in Standard mode. Designs generated from text prompts in Standard mode can be pasted directly into Figma as editable frames. However, designs generated from image or wireframe inputs — and all outputs in Experimental mode — can only be exported as HTML/CSS code, not as Figma files (verified as of September 2025; behavior may change as Stitch updates).
Is Stitch by Google the same as Galileo AI?
Stitch was reportedly built from Galileo AI — per public posts from the Galileo team, Google acquired the project and relaunched it as Stitch in May 2025. Galileo AI previously charged up to $39/month for around 300 design generations. Since rebranding as Stitch, the tool became completely free with more generous limits and added features including image-to-UI generation, dual AI modes, and the Prototypes feature.
What file types can I upload as input in Stitch?
You can upload images such as screenshots, hand-drawn sketches, and wireframes. Stitch processes these image inputs to generate corresponding digital UI designs. Uploading is only supported in Experimental mode (Gemini 2.5 Pro). Standard mode currently accepts text prompts only.
Does Stitch generate code that is production-ready?
Stitch exports clean HTML and CSS code that serves as a strong starting point for frontend development. The code is functional and usable, but it typically requires review and refinement — especially for accessibility, responsiveness, and integration with component frameworks. Think of it as a high-quality scaffold rather than finished production code.
Can Stitch generate both mobile and web UI designs?
Yes. Stitch can generate UI layouts for both mobile and web platforms from the same prompt. However, the tool does not currently produce truly responsive designs — you will need to manually adjust spacing, breakpoints, and component sizing to ensure the designs adapt correctly across screen sizes.
How does Stitch compare to other AI UI design tools?
Stitch stands out for its completely free pricing and its tight integration with both Figma and HTML/CSS export. Compared to tools like Recraft AI, which focuses on vector graphics and image consistency, Stitch is specifically optimized for UI layout generation and app prototyping. Its dual-model approach (Flash for speed, Pro for quality) gives users flexibility that most competing tools lack. The main tradeoffs are limited design diversity and weaker accessibility output compared to more mature design platforms.
