Architecture without limits
We design scalable enterprise architectures with the ideal technology stack for your project, with no platform restrictions.
Native integrations limited to 25+ No backend control Locked into Wix ecosystem
What is Base44?
Base44 is an AI-powered app builder that lets you create web applications through natural language prompts. Acquired by Wix (operates as a product division within Wix), it offers rapid creation with auto-generated databases, built-in authentication (RBAC, social login, SSO), and TypeScript backend functions on paid plans (Builder+ from $40/mo). It holds SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications. However, backend code is locked to Base44's infrastructure, architecture customization is limited, and the native integration ecosystem (25+) is supplemented by Zapier (8,000+ apps) and backend functions for extensibility.
Best for
Prototypes, MVPs, internal tools, and moderate-complexity web applications.
Limitations - Base44
- Backend code locked to Base44 infrastructure, not portable
- Frontend exportable via GitHub, but backend is not portable
- Limited architecture customization (no stack or infrastructure choice)
- Extensible via Zapier (8,000+ apps) and backend functions, but native integrations limited to 25+
- Advanced backend functions only available on paid plans ($40+/mo)
- Limited scalability for complex enterprise applications
Why IQ Source?
Unrestricted integrations
We connect your application with any API, service, or existing system, without depending on pre-built connectors.
100% your code, fully portable
You own all source code: frontend and backend. Deploy it anywhere, with no dependency on any platform.
Security tailored to your business
Custom security audits, penetration testing, regulatory compliance, and security architecture designed for your specific requirements.
Key differences: Base44 vs IQ Source
- IQ Source: Full code ownership, enterprise architecture, dedicated team
- Base44: Prototypes, MVPs, internal tools, and moderate-complexity web applications.
- Best for enterprises: IQ Source, scalability, security, and ongoing support with no platform limits
- Best for prototyping: Base44, rapid prototyping with scalability limitations
Feature matrix
Development
| IQ Source | Base44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Custom backend logic | Included | Partial |
| Frontend framework choice | Included | Not included |
| Database design control | Included | Partial |
| API integrations | Included | Partial |
| Third-party services | Included | Partial |
Custom backend logic
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Frontend framework choice
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Database design control
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API integrations
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Third-party services
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Scalability
| IQ Source | Base44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Enterprise-grade architecture | Included | Not included |
| High-traffic handling | Included | Not included |
| Complex data relationships | Included | Partial |
| Multi-tenant support | Included | Not included |
Enterprise-grade architecture
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High-traffic handling
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Complex data relationships
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Multi-tenant support
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Ownership & Control
| IQ Source | Base44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Full source code ownership | Included | Not included |
| No vendor lock-in | Included | Not included |
| Self-hosted option | Included | Not included |
| Technology stack choice | Included | Not included |
Full source code ownership
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No vendor lock-in
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Self-hosted option
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Technology stack choice
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Security & Compliance
| IQ Source | Base44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Enterprise security audit | Included | Not included |
| Data compliance (GDPR, etc.) | Included | Partial |
| Custom authentication | Included | Partial |
| Penetration testing | Included | Not included |
Enterprise security audit
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Data compliance (GDPR, etc.)
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Custom authentication
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Penetration testing
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Support & Maintenance
| IQ Source | Base44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dedicated support team | Included | Not included |
| Ongoing maintenance | Included | Not included |
| Bug fixes & updates | Included | Partial |
| Performance monitoring | Included | Not included |
Dedicated support team
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Ongoing maintenance
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Bug fixes & updates
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Performance monitoring
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Business Logic
| IQ Source | Base44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complex workflows | Included | Not included |
| Custom business rules | Included | Partial |
| Multi-step processes | Included | Not included |
| Advanced reporting | Included | Not included |
Complex workflows
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Custom business rules
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Multi-step processes
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Advanced reporting
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Included Partial Not included
Started with Base44?
We evaluate your current project and create a custom migration plan toward a scalable enterprise solution.
Free migration assessmentFrequently asked questions
Yes. We evaluate your current project, identify key functionality, and create a migration roadmap. Base44 allows exporting the frontend via GitHub, which facilitates the transition. However, backend code is not portable, so we rebuild that layer with enterprise architecture, improving scalability, security, and performance.
Base44 works well for prototypes and simple MVPs. However, when your business needs complex integrations, custom business logic, enterprise security, or scalability, its limitations become apparent. IQ Source builds solutions designed to grow with your business.
It depends on project complexity. A simple MVP can be migrated in 4-6 weeks. More complex applications can take 8-12 weeks. The free initial assessment includes a detailed timeline.
The initial investment is higher, but the total long-term cost of ownership is significantly lower. No monthly platform fees, no integration limits, no need to rebuild when your business grows. It's an investment in an asset you fully own.
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