5 Proven Ways to Use Bubble to Build and Grow Your Business

Bubble can help a small team test an app idea without building every part in code. You can use it for a CRM, online store, support portal, directory, or project tool.

This guide covers five business app types and the steps behind each one. It also links to popular Bubble templates.

Why should you use Bubble?

Bubble is a no-code tool for people who have an idea but don’t have the technical skill or budget to build it from scratch. You create the interface and workflows in the Bubble editor.

Bubble also has pre-built plugins and templates. These can give you a starting point for an online store, booking platform, or project tool.

No-code can reduce the time before you test an idea. It can reduce the MVP cost, let you make some changes, and leave your core team free to work on other areas. The app would still need technical work as it grows.

If you’re new to Bubble, here’s a full overview of what it can do.

How much coding experience do I need to build an app on Bubble?

Bubble is a no-code platform, so you can build an app without writing code. Its drag-and-drop editor lets you choose elements, place them on a page, and change their settings.

You still need to learn how data and workflows work. The editor hides much of the technical setup, but the app still needs clear rules and testing.

If you’d prefer to work with a Bubble agency, see how we scope and build these.

Can I use Bubble to build a mobile app, or is it just for web apps?

Bubble allows you build a web app that works on mobile screens.

Bubble still focuses on web apps. A third-party wrapper can turn the responsive web app into a mobile app, but this needs extra work and isn’t the same as building a native mobile app.

1. CRM and ERP systems with Bubble

Bubble can hold customer and employee data, sales stages, inventory, and other records in one app. For manufacturers, a small custom tool can be a better fit than a full ERP. Here’s why.

Start with the data fields, workflows, and integrations. Turn them into user stories, then build the first workflows from scratch or with a template. Test the system with the people who will use it. Connect marketing and support tools after the main records and workflows work. Train the team and update the app as usage shows you what needs to change.

CRM and ERP templates for Bubble

• CRM Dashboard + Landing by Thimo - $89
• CRM & Sales Pipeline/Funnel by Zeroqode - $149

2. E-commerce platforms with Bubble

Bubble can connect a store (Shopify, WooCommerce etc) to existing inventory and order systems. You can build a checkout flow, track orders, and manage inventory in the same app.

Map the products, inventory, checkout, and order data first. Write the user stories and connect the inventory system before you add extra features. Test the store with real purchase tasks. Then use analytics to find where people leave the checkout and fix those steps before spending more on marketing.

E-commerce templates for Bubble

• Groceries Like Instacart by Zeroqode - $24
• I-PPLE - E-Commerce like Apple by Zeroqode - $99

3. Customer support portals with Bubble

You can build a portal where customers submit and track support tickets, read knowledge base articles, and contact your support team.

List the ticket fields, support rules, and tools the portal needs. Turn them into user stories, then test the portal with a customer and a support agent. Train the team before you invite more customers. Review the tickets and analytics after launch so you can fix the problems that create the most work.

Customer support portal templates for Bubble

• Ez Hotel CRM by EazyCode - $199
• RepairCRM Ticket Tracking CRM by No-Code Venture

4. Directories and listings with Bubble

Bubble can store listings, add search and filters, and give each business or person a profile with ratings and reviews.

Define how people add a listing, apply, search, and leave a review. Write the user stories and add the first listings before inviting more users. Test both sides of the marketplace. Then use search data to find popular listings and decide if promotions or advertising fit the business model.

Directories/Listings templates for Bubble

• Real Estate Directory by Thimo - $89
• Real Estate Agency by Sommo - $39
• Coursely - Courses Like Udemy by Zeroqode - $249
• Freelancing like Upwork by Zeroqode - $299
• UpHunt Like Product Hunt by Zeroqode - $199

5. Project management with Bubble

You can use Bubble to manage tasks, deadlines, progress, and team messages. The app can include reminders and live status updates, with branding that matches the business.

Start with the task states, deadlines, messages, and reports the team needs. Write the user stories, then connect tools for bug reports or whiteboards if the team already uses them. Test the workflow with one project before adding more teams. Watch where work stops and change the rules there.

Project management templates for Bubble

• Tasky Project Management by Zeroqode - Free
• Project Management by Webziper - $79

Does Bubble offer templates for other categories as well?

Bubble has templates for e-commerce, social networking, education, real estate, and project management. You can see the complete list here and change a template to match your needs.

What are some other alternative no-code platforms for building apps like Bubble?

WeWeb fits websites and online stores that need complex animations and interactions. It also has templates.

Adalo focuses on mobile apps and quick prototypes. It connects with tools such as Airtable and Zapier.

AppSheet can build mobile and web apps without programming. Glide can build apps from Google Sheets.

Bubble works when the app fits the problem

Bubble gives small businesses a way to build a CRM, store, support portal, directory, or project tool without starting with a full codebase. The right starting point is the business problem, then the workflows and data the app needs.