Cades
AI-powered app builder transforms ideas into functional applications.. [Free Trial]
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What is Cades?
Cades (also known as Fenado AI on its main website) is the world's first AI-powered mobile app developer that transforms text descriptions into fully functional mobile applications and deploys them to app stores within minutes. The platform uses AI to handle the entire app development journey from design to publishing, making mobile app development accessible to everyone without requiring extensive coding knowledge.
Key features include AI design agents that generate beautiful screen designs in minutes from plain English descriptions, an intelligent cloud IDE with AI assistance and code autocomplete for developing and editing apps, virtual device testing for instant app testing, and automated publishing (currently in Alpha) that guides users through app store submission and compliance for both iOS and Android platforms. The platform also offers one-click prototype sharing for gathering feedback and allows users to download production-ready Flutter code.
Cades is designed for entrepreneurs, startups, indie developers, business owners, and anyone with an app idea but limited coding experience. It's particularly suitable for building simple utility apps like to-do lists or expense trackers, content-focused apps like recipe books, fitness and health trackers, and business/productivity tools. The platform is led by founders who built India's largest news app Inshorts (valued at $500 million) and includes a Shark Tank India judge.
Cades pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free Plan: $0/month with 500K tokens and limited usage, access to all models. Pro Plan: $20/month ($18/month yearly - 10% save) with 10M tokens/month for light exploratory use, priority support, design/edit mobile app screens, download Flutter code. Pro 50: $50/month ($45/month yearly - 13% save) with 25M-26M tokens/month for medium use, plus cloud IDE waitlist access. Pro 100: $100/month ($90/month yearly - 18% save) with 50M-55M tokens/month for heavy usage, includes Auto Publish access. Enterprise: $200/month (regular $1000/month) for limited spots with 50M tokens/month, dedicated account manager, custom app development.
Cades pros
- Generates complete app designs in minutes from plain English descriptions
- No credit card required for free AI design
- Supports both iOS and Android platforms from one codebase
- Download production-ready Flutter code
- Cloud IDE with AI assistance and code autocomplete
- Built-in virtual device testing for instant app testing
- Automated app store publishing (Alpha feature)
- One-click prototype sharing for feedback
- 10x faster development than traditional agencies
- 10x cheaper than traditional development agencies
- Priority support on all paid plans
- Design and edit mobile app screens with AI assistance
- Built by founders who scaled a $500M company to millions of users
- Weekly progress updates and live demo sessions
- See complete designs before paying anything - no surprises
- AI handles app store compliance guidelines
- Production-ready code that scales from day one
Cades cons
- Automated publishing feature is still in Alpha testing
- Cloud IDE access requires joining waitlist (Pro 50 and above)
- Best suited for simple utility apps, not complex enterprise applications
- Some technical understanding beneficial for advanced cloud IDE customization
- Enterprise plan pricing not publicly listed - requires contact
- Limited usage on free plan (500K tokens only)
- Auto Publish only available on Pro 100 plan ($100/month)
- Human development team requires call scheduling - not fully autonomous
- Traditional agency approach still needed for custom enterprise needs
Frequently asked questions about Cades
What is Cades?
Cades is the world's first AI-powered mobile app developer that transforms text descriptions into fully functional mobile applications and deploys them to app stores within minutes. It's a platform that uses AI to handle everything from design to publishing, so you can focus on your idea instead of code.
How does Cades work?
You start by describing your app idea in plain English. Cades' AI generates initial screen designs in minutes based on your description. You can then refine and customize the designs in the cloud IDE with AI assistance. Finally, the AI handles deployment to app stores (Alpha feature), automating the technical aspects of publishing to both iOS and Android.
What kind of apps can I build with Cades?
Cades is best suited for building apps with focused purpose and well-defined features, such as simple utility apps like to-do lists or expense trackers, content-focused apps like recipe books, fitness and health trackers, and business/productivity tools. Already helping developers create apps like focus timers, dream journals, wallpaper galleries, and virtual pet games.
Does Cades support both iOS and Android?
Yes, Cades supports both major mobile platforms: iOS (for iPhones and iPads) and Android (for devices from various manufacturers like Samsung, Google, etc.). You can build apps with Cades and publish them to both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, reaching a wider audience with one codebase.
Do I need coding experience to use Cades?
Cades is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to everyone. You create apps by simply describing your idea to AI, which generates designs quickly with AI assistance. While some technical understanding might be beneficial for more advanced customization within the cloud IDE, the platform streamlines development through AI automation for beginners.
Is there a free tier available?
Yes, Cades offers a Free Plan at $0/month with 500K tokens and limited usage, including access to all models. No credit card is required to get your AI design in minutes. This allows you to see your app design before committing to any paid plan.
What is the Cloud IDE and when will I get access?
The AI Cloud IDE is an intelligent cloud-based development environment featuring AI assistance and code autocomplete for developing and editing your app. Access to the Cloud IDE waitlist is included with Pro 50 ($50/month) and Pro 100 ($100/month) plans. This feature is currently in Alpha testing.
What is Auto Publish and which plan includes it?
Auto Publish is an AI-powered feature that handles the technical aspects of deploying your app to iOS and Android app stores, including app store submission and compliance guidelines. This feature is currently in Alpha testing and is included only with the Pro 100 plan ($100/month or $90/month yearly).
How fast is Cades compared to traditional development?
Cades uses AI-powered development workflows that deliver apps 10x faster than traditional agencies. While traditional development takes months, Cades can go from idea to live app in weeks without compromising quality. Client testimonials show apps going live in ~1 week to 10 days.
Who founded Cades and what is their background?
Cades is led by founders who built Inshorts, India's largest news app with a $500 million valuation serving millions of users daily. The CEO & Co-Founder is a Shark Tank India judge. The CTO & Co-Founder was Ex-Head of Tech at Inshorts and built systems serving millions daily. They understand what it takes to create successful apps at scale.