Amplication

What it is

Amplication is an open-source low-code platform designed to streamline backend development. It leverages TypeScript and Node.js to generate scalable, maintainable code. The tool supports GraphQL and REST APIs, integrates with Prisma for database management, and is built on top of NestJS. Amplication aims to simplify the development process by providing a visual interface for designing data models and APIs, which are then translated into clean, production-ready code.

Visual interface for generating NestJS-based backend code.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   High number of open issues

   661 open issues on GitHub

2. 02

   Limited to TypeScript and Node.js

   Primarily built with TypeScript and Node.js

3. 03

   Complexity in setup for non-Node.js developers

   Requires familiarity with Node.js and TypeScript

What it does well

• Open-source and community-driven

  Over 16,000 stars and 1,545 forks on GitHub

• Supports both GraphQL and REST APIs

  Built-in support for GraphQL and REST endpoints

• Integrates with Prisma for database management

  Uses Prisma for ORM functionality

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen-source with community support; no enterprise features.

Paid from

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Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing last confirmed Sep 28, 2026.