The free alternative to Cosmic.new
Same prompt-to-deployed-app loop — without the $29.99/mo (Pro) bill.
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Victor ChengFounder, Freebuff Web
TL;DR
- Freebuff Web is a free alternative to Cosmic.new — prompt to deployed full-stack app.
- Cosmic.new typical paid tier: $29.99/mo (Pro). Freebuff Web is $0.
- Auth, database, file storage, hosting, and a paired CLI are included.
- You own the code — eject to GitHub any time.
Cosmic.new is an all-in-one AI platform for websites, shops, and SaaS — with built-in auth, database, payments, and one-click deploy. Freebuff Web does the same job without a subscription or credit meter.
What Cosmic.new costs in 2026#
Cosmic.new Pro is $29.99/mo. Enterprise is $199.99/mo for large teams (per cosmic.new). API access is listed at $29.99/mo (reduced from $49.99). Most builders who iterate daily land on a paid tier quickly once the free allowance runs out.
Feature-by-feature: Freebuff Web vs Cosmic.new#
| Feature | Freebuff | Cosmic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $29.99/mo Pro ($199.99 Enterprise) |
| Enterprise tier | N/A — free | $199.99/mo |
| Built-in payments | Via integrations | Cosmic Payments native |
| Auth + database | Wired in | Cosmic Auth + DB |
| One-click deploy | Yes, free | Yes (Pro+) |
| Paired CLI agent | Yes | No |
When Cosmic.new is still the better pick#
Cosmic.new is compelling if you want integrated payments and storefront tooling in one branded platform.
How to move from Cosmic.new to Freebuff#
- 1Export your project code and import into Freebuff Web via GitHub.
- 2In Freebuff Web, click Import from GitHub and paste the repo URL (or start a fresh project with the same prompt).
- 3Freebuff wires up auth, database, and a deployed URL automatically.
- 4Keep iterating in the browser, or eject and run
freebuffin your terminal for heavy refactors.
Try the free alternative to Cosmic.new
Ship a deployed full-stack app in minutes — $0/month.
Open Freebuff WebIs Freebuff Web really free?+
Yes. No per-prompt credits, no daily generation cap for normal use. Auth, database, and hosting are included.
Can Freebuff do everything Cosmic.new does?+
For the core loop — prompt, iterate, deploy a real app with auth and database — yes. Niche integrations may differ; you can always import code and extend in the Freebuff CLI.
How much does Cosmic.new cost per year on a typical paid plan?+
At $29.99/mo (Pro), expect roughly $360/year before overages. Freebuff is $0.
Can I import my existing Cosmic.new project?+
Yes — export to GitHub from Cosmic.new (where supported) and import into Freebuff Web. We auto-detect the stack.
