Maris AI vs Lovable — Which is better in 2026?

Both are AI app builders, but they take different approaches to backend, pricing, and code ownership.

Key differences

Backend dependency: Lovable requires Supabase for any backend functionality. Maris AI includes Express + MongoDB — no third-party dependency.
Pricing: Lovable: $20/month subscription. Maris AI: pay-per-use credits that never expire, starting at €20 for 160 credits.
Credit expiration: Lovable credits reset monthly. Maris AI credits never expire.
AI architecture: Lovable uses a single model. Maris AI uses 11 specialized agents for different aspects of app development.