What is App Stack Builder?

App Stack Builder is a free AI-powered tool that helps founders and developers choose the right tech stack for their projects based on budget, app type, team size, and skill level.

What is the best tech stack for SaaS in 2026?

The best tech stack for SaaS in 2026 typically includes Next.js 16 for frontend, Supabase for database and auth, Vercel for hosting, Stripe for payments, and PostHog for analytics. App Stack Builder can generate a personalized recommendation based on your specific budget and requirements.

Is App Stack Builder free to use?

Yes, App Stack Builder is completely free to use. You can generate unlimited tech stack recommendations without any cost.

What types of apps can I build with the recommended stacks?

App Stack Builder supports various app types including SaaS applications, web apps, mobile apps, e-commerce stores, internal tools, and AI/ML products.

How much does a SaaS tech stack cost per month?

A modern SaaS tech stack can cost anywhere from $0-50/month for bootstrapped startups using free tiers, $100-300/month for growth-stage startups, to $500+/month for enterprise-ready infrastructure. App Stack Builder helps you find the best tools within your specific budget.

What is the best tech stack for solo founders?

For solo founders, we recommend Next.js + Vercel (free), Supabase (free tier), Supabase Auth (free), Stripe (pay as you go), and Plausible or PostHog for analytics. This stack can run your entire SaaS for under $50/month.

Can I export my tech stack recommendations?

Yes, you can export your tech stack recommendations as a PDF document or copy them to your clipboard. You can also share a link to your stack with others.

Changelog & Product UpdatesFree tier

Beamer: Pricing, Features & Alternatives

Beamer is one of the longest-running changelog tools. It puts a 'What's new' sidebar or popup in your app, publishes a standalone changelog page, and sends web push and email notifications, with user segmentation, reactions and analytics on who read each update. Free covers 1,000 monthly active users. Starter is $49/month billed yearly ($59 monthly) for 5,000 MAU, Pro $99/month yearly ($119 monthly) for 10,000 MAU and Scale $249/month yearly ($299 monthly) for 50,000 MAU, with extra MAU at $50 per 5,000.

Beamer Pricing Plans (2026)

Plan	Price	Highlights
Free	$0	1,000 MAU · Changelog page and widget
StarterPopular	$49 / month (billed yearly)	5,000 MAU · Segmentation · Push notifications
Pro	$99 / month (billed yearly)	10,000 MAU · Advanced analytics
Scale	$249 / month (billed yearly)	50,000 MAU
Custom	Custom	Custom MAU · Enterprise support

Pricing summary: Free · paid from $49/mo. Always confirm current pricing on the official site.

Key Beamer Features

5,000 MAU
Segmentation
Push notifications

Pros

+Mature in-app widget with push and email
+Segment updates by user attributes
+Usable free plan for early products

Cons

−Priced by MAU, so cost climbs with growth
−Overlaps with onboarding tools you may already pay for
−Widget design is less flexible than custom-built

Best Beamer Alternatives

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Headway

Free · paid from $29/mo

AnnounceKit

From $49/mo

LaunchNotes

From $249/mo

Beamer Compared

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Beamer FAQ

What is Beamer used for?⌄

Beamer is a changelog & product updates tool. Changelog and in-app announcement widget with segmentation, push notifications and engagement analytics. Free up to 1,000 MAU.

Is Beamer free?⌄

Yes — Beamer has a free tier you can start with, and paid plans for more usage and features.

How much does Beamer cost?⌄

Beamer offers a free tier, with paid plans starting at $49/month. Some plans are usage-based (pay-as-you-go).

What are the best Beamer alternatives?⌄

Popular Beamer alternatives include Headway, AnnounceKit, LaunchNotes. Compare pricing and features on our Beamer alternatives page.