AI stack to build an MVP fast
Go from idea to working app without a big team.
A builder-focused stack to ship a minimum viable product quickly: an AI-first code editor, a prompt-to-app builder for the first version, a strong reasoning model for architecture, and a design tool for the brand.
The stack
Bolt.new
Prompt-to-app builder that runs full-stack in the browser.
Cursor
AI-first code editor built for agentic, multi-file editing.
Claude
AI assistant known for long-context writing, analysis and coding.
Canva (Magic Studio)
All-in-one design tool with built-in AI image, text and video generation.
Cost breakdown
| Role | Tool | From |
|---|---|---|
| Prompt to full-stack app | Bolt.new | $20/mo |
| AI code editor | Cursor | $20/mo |
| Architecture & long code | Claude | $20/mo (Pro) |
| Brand & landing visuals | Canva (Magic Studio) | $15/mo (Pro) |
| Estimated total | $75/mo |
Starting-tier prices, billed monthly, as listed by each vendor; many have free tiers and most bill cheaper annually. Figures are estimates — check each tool for current pricing.
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FAQ
Can I build an app with no coding?
Prompt-to-app builders like Bolt.new or Lovable get you a working prototype from a description; you'll still want a code editor like Cursor to refine and ship it.
Why add Claude if Cursor already uses AI?
A standalone reasoning model is useful for planning architecture, debugging tricky issues and writing docs outside the editor.
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