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StackBlitz
StackBlitz · San Francisco, California, United States · founded 2017
What it is
StackBlitz is a browser-based full-stack web IDE for the JavaScript ecosystem. Its WebContainers run Node.js development environments inside a browser tab, and StackBlitz says those environments start in milliseconds. The service lists offline work as a capability and describes rapid prototyping and coding interviews as use cases. Integrations include a Figma plugin, a Storybook addon, and a browser userscript that opens GitHub projects in Codeflow. Viewing and editing projects does not require an account, but saving work or collaborating requires a GitHub account. WebContainers need browser features including SharedArrayBuffer and cross-origin isolation. Enterprise integrations include GitHub Enterprise, GitLab, Bitbucket, private npm registries, JFrog Artifactory, and Sonatype Nexus. Enterprise options also include an isolated browser sandbox, SAML2-based single sign-on, an admin portal, and self-hosting on bare metal or in a VPC using Kubernetes. StackBlitz lists a free plan and a 14-day trial; prices for listed plans are not provided.
For and against
For
- Node.js environments run inside a browser tab
- Offline work is listed as a capability
- Viewing and editing projects needs no account
- Enterprise offers self-hosting and SAML2 single sign-on
Against
- Saving or collaborating requires a GitHub account
- WebContainers require SharedArrayBuffer and cross-origin isolation
- Listed plan prices are not provided
The verdict
StackBlitz offers a browser-based workspace for JavaScript development, with a free plan and enterprise deployment options. Check browser requirements and account needs before relying on it for saved or shared work.
Who it suits
StackBlitz may suit JavaScript developers who want to prototype or conduct coding interviews in a browser. Teams needing enterprise integrations or self-hosted deployment can consider its Enterprise options.
Plans and prices
Personal+
Unlimited private projects · Unlimited file uploads
Read 22 Sep 2026 · developer.stackblitz.com
Enterprise Server
Self-hosted deployment · Private npm registry integration · Custom SSO integration · Dedicated customer success support
Read 22 Sep 2026 · stackblitz.com
Personal
browser IDE · unlimited public projects and collections · public GitHub repositories · 1MB uploads per project
Read 14 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Pro
unlimited uploads · localhost backend/API connections · CORS-protected APIs · Bolt Pro features
Read 14 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Teams
private collections · private GitHub organization repositories · private npm registries · team billing console
Read 14 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Enterprise & Self-hosted
WebContainer API · GitLab, Bitbucket and GitHub Enterprise · custom SSO · self-hosted, on-premise and VPC deployment
Read 14 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Enterprise
Contact StackBlitz for enterprise plan details
Read 4 Oct 2026 · stackblitz.com
On the record
- Account requirement
- The pricing FAQ says a GitHub account is required to save work or collaborate, while viewing and editing projects does not require one.stackblitz.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- API licensing
- The WebContainer API is free for open-source use cases, while commercial production use can require a license and higher-rate access.developer.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Browser execution
- Its editor, package manager, development server and Git workflow can execute in the browser tab instead of on remote virtual machines.developer.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Browser limitations
- Chrome and Chromium browsers have full support, while Firefox and Safari are beta; mobile browsers can hit memory limits and embedded WebContainers are limited to Chromium.developer.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Browser requirements
- WebContainers require modern web-platform features such as SharedArrayBuffer and cross-origin isolation.developer.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Bug reproduction
- The service is designed for shareable bug reproductions that run without local dependency installation.developer.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Codeflow
- Codeflow is a VS Code-based in-browser editor with a terminal, npm package management, Git integration and extension support.developer.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company founders
- Independent company research identifies Eric Simons and Albert Pai as StackBlitz co-founders.research.contrary.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company founding
- StackBlitz was founded in 2017 in San Francisco.research.contrary.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company headquarters
- G2 lists StackBlitz headquarters in San Francisco, United States.g2.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company legal name
- The legal entity named in current terms and privacy materials is StackBlitz, Inc.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Design integrations
- Official integrations include a Figma plugin, a Storybook addon and an Open-in-Codeflow GitHub userscript.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Documentation depth
- Official documentation includes guides, Codeflow, API reference, WebContainers, Teams, Enterprise, browser configuration and troubleshooting sections.developer.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Documentation use
- Users can embed interactive GitHub examples and StackBlitz projects into documentation and websites.developer.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Enterprise compatibility
- Enterprise repositories must be compatible with Node.js 18 or later, and private npm registries are supported.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Enterprise controls
- The Enterprise page describes a dedicated admin portal for managing access and overseeing usage.stackblitz.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Enterprise deployment
- Enterprise supports self-hosted Kubernetes deployment, VPC or on-premise installation, air-gapped options and SAML2 SSO.stackblitz.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Enterprise integrations
- StackBlitz Enterprise lists GitHub Enterprise, GitLab, Bitbucket, private npm registries, JFrog Artifactory, and Sonatype Nexus integrations.stackblitz.com · read 4 Oct 2026
