AI startup Replit has launched a new feature enabling developers to generate fully publishable mobile applications using only natural language prompts. The update marks a significant step toward democratizing app development across mobile platforms.
- Replit’s new feature generates publishable iOS and Android apps from natural language prompts
- 78% of test apps passed initial App Store and Google Play submission checks
- Available on free tier; Pro plan ($10/month) offers enhanced build and export options
- 40% rise in mobile development users since Q3 2025
- Average development time reduced by 65% compared to traditional methods
- Feature uses Replit’s proprietary AI model trained on millions of code repositories
Replit introduced a new AI-driven capability allowing users to transform plain-language descriptions into functional, deployable mobile apps in under five minutes. The feature, now live on the Replit platform, supports iOS and Android app generation directly from prompts such as 'Create a task management app with reminders and cloud sync.' The system leverages Replit's internal AI model, trained on millions of code repositories and mobile development patterns, to generate native codebases compliant with Apple's App Store and Google Play guidelines. In internal testing, 78% of sample prompts produced apps that passed initial submission checks on both platforms without requiring manual fixes. The feature is available to all users on the company's free tier, with enhanced performance and export options accessible via the Pro plan at $10 per month. Developers using the tool reported a 65% reduction in initial development time compared to traditional workflows. Early adopters include indie developers and educational institutions deploying student projects. The launch coincides with a 40% increase in Replit's mobile development user base since Q3 2025. This advancement positions Replit as a key player in low-code and AI-assisted development, challenging established tools like Flutter and React Native by lowering the barrier to entry. The feature also raises questions about code quality, intellectual property, and app store compliance at scale.