Ditto
Ditto is an AI-powered tool designed to democratize app building for non-technical users. Leveraging a user-friendly document editor interf...
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What is Ditto?
Ditto is an AI-powered tool that lets you build working web apps by texting your idea in plain English. Instead of downloading apps from an App Store or creating accounts, you describe what you want (like a tip calculator, workout tracker, or quiz for friends) to a phone number, and Ditto's AI builds real, functional code in seconds. You then get a link to open and share your app on any device with no downloads, no accounts, and no friction.
Key features include AI built into your apps (they can think, chat, and see), real-time shared data that friends can access together, and camera+vision capabilities that let you point your phone and get answers. The platform has built over 327 apps so far, ranging from tip calculators and workout generators to Mario-style games, would-you-rather polls, AI selfie roasters, and group bucket lists.
Ditto is designed for anyone who wants to create simple apps without coding or design skills—students, friends wanting to share polls, parents creating habit trackers, board game players needing scorekeepers, or anyone who realizes they shouldn't need to download an app to split a bill or track a habit. It essentially ends the
Ditto pricing
Pricing model: Free
Start with 30 free messages on us with no card required. Signing up takes about a minute. After 30 messages, pay-as-you-go credits with no subscription and no lock-in. Different AI models cost different amounts, and Ditto shows the cost of each message before you send it. You can set a monthly spending ceiling in Settings; Ditto pauses when you hit it, and you can top up anytime or wait for the next month. Every account includes Memory, Threads, and Subjects. Storage and indexing do not add a separate bill. Prices in USD.
Ditto pros
- No downloads required - just text and get a link
- No accounts needed to use or share apps
- No App Store dependency
- Builds real, functional code in seconds
- Plain English input - no coding knowledge needed
- No design skills required
- AI built into apps (think, chat, see capabilities)
- Real-time shared data for friends
- Camera and vision integration
- Works on any device through web link
- Easy to share apps with anyone
- Cancel app subscriptions and use Ditto instead
- 327+ apps already built by users
- Wide variety of app types possible (games, trackers, calculators, polls)
- No friction or barriers to create apps
- Instant app creation from text message
- Free first 30 messages
- Pay-as-you-go pricing with no subscription lock-in
Ditto cons
- Requires texting to a phone number (not a traditional web interface)
- Message and data rates may apply
- Pay-as-you-go after 30 free messages can be unpredictable
- Different AI models cost different amounts
- Apps may be limited to simple use cases
- No offline functionality (web-based only)
- Limited customization compared to coding from scratch
- Dependency on Ditto's infrastructure for app hosting
- No traditional app store visibility
- May not support complex enterprise features
Frequently asked questions about Ditto
How do I create my first app with Ditto?
Text your idea to (316) 204-3308 in plain English. Describe what you want like 'make me a tip calculator,' 'build a workout generator,' or 'make a Mario-style game.' The AI builds real code and functionality in seconds, then you get a link to open your app on any device and share it with anyone.
Do I need to download an app to use Ditto?
No. Ditto is not an app you download. You don't need to download anything from the App Store. All you do is text your idea to the phone number and get a web link back. Open your app on any device through the link with no downloads, no accounts, and no friction.
What types of apps can I build with Ditto?
You can build anything from tip calculators, workout trackers, and habit trackers to quizzes for friends, Mario-style games, would-you-rather polls, AI selfie roasters, group bucket lists, grocery list apps, mood trackers with calendars, recipe scalers, random decision wheels, festival suggesters, countdown timers, score keepers for board games, and group gift lists.
How does the AI build my app?
When you text your idea in plain English, Ditto's AI transforms it into real, functional code. The AI has built-in thinking, chatting, and vision capabilities. It creates apps with real functionality in seconds, including features like camera+vision (point your phone and get answers) and real-time shared data anyone can access.
Can I share my Ditto app with friends?
Yes. Once you get your app link, you can open it on any device and share it with anyone. Your apps support real-time data that anyone can access, so friends can use shared features like would-you-rather polls, group bucket lists, or score keepers together without needing to download anything.
What happens after my 30 free messages?
After 30 messages, you pay per use in credits. Different AI models cost different amounts, and Ditto shows you the cost of each message before you send it. There's no subscription and no lock-in. You can set a monthly spending ceiling in Settings, and Ditto pauses when you hit it. You can top up anytime or wait for the next month.
Do Ditto apps work on phones and computers?
Yes. You get a web link for your app that opens on any device. Since there's no download required, you can open your app on phones, tablets, or computers through the web link with no friction.
How long does it take to build an app with Ditto?
Apps are built in seconds. You text your idea, and the AI builds real code with real functionality almost instantly. You then get a link immediately to open and use your app.
Can Ditto apps use camera and vision features?
Yes. Ditto apps have camera and vision capabilities built in. You can point your phone and get answers. This is one of the key features under the hood that your apps can do, along with AI built-in thinking/chatting and real-time shared data.
Is there a monthly subscription for Ditto?
No. Ditto uses pay-as-you-go credits with no subscription and no lock-in. You start with 30 free messages, then pay only for what you use. You can optionally set a monthly spending ceiling in Settings for predictability, but there's no mandatory monthly subscription.