Migration Guide

Migrate from Lovable to Fabricate

Beautiful UIs plus everything else

~20 minutes

Key takeaways
  • Get the same UI quality with integrated backend, database, auth, and payments
  • No separate Lovable Cloud hosting fees -- deployment is included
  • Predictable flat-rate pricing instead of credit-based billing
  • Your code, your infrastructure -- no vendor lock-in

Why Switch from Lovable?

Truly Full-Stack

Lovable generates great UIs but requires manual Supabase integration for backend. Fabricate generates the complete stack: frontend, backend, database, authentication, and payments.

No Separate Hosting Fees

Lovable Cloud is billed separately from your Lovable subscription. Fabricate includes Cloudflare edge deployment in your plan.

Privacy First

Fabricate does not train on your prompts or generated code. Your intellectual property stays yours.

Predictable Costs

Lovable's credit system makes it hard to predict monthly costs. Fabricate's flat-rate pricing eliminates billing surprises.

Step-by-Step Migration

  1. 1

    Save Your Lovable Design References

    Export or screenshot your Lovable-built applications. Note the design patterns, color schemes, and layouts you want to keep.

    • Export code from Lovable if available
    • Screenshot key pages and components
    • Document any Supabase schema you've set up
  2. 2

    Create Your Fabricate Account

    Sign up at fabricate.build for free. No credit card required.

    • Free tier: 60 credits a month
    • Pro: 350 credits a month when you need more
  3. 3

    Describe Your Complete Application

    Combine your UI vision with backend requirements in a single prompt. Include database schema, auth flows, and any payment needs.

    • Describe the visual style: "Modern, clean design similar to [your Lovable app]"
    • Include database needs: "Users table, projects table with relationships"
    • Specify auth requirements: "Email/password and Google OAuth"
  4. 4

    Verify Full-Stack Functionality

    Test everything that required manual Supabase setup in Lovable. In Fabricate, it should work out of the box.

    • Test user registration and login
    • Verify database CRUD operations
    • Check payment processing if applicable
  5. 5

    Deploy to Production

    One-click deploy to Cloudflare's edge network. No separate hosting service needed.

    • Connect your custom domain
    • Globally distributed by default
    • SSL included

Feature Mapping: Lovable vs Fabricate

FeatureLovableFabricate
UI QualityExcellent -- best-in-classExcellent -- production-grade
BackendSupabase (manual)Cloudflare Workers (automatic)
DatabaseSupabase PostgreSQL (manual)D1 (automatic)
AuthenticationSupabase Auth (manual)Built-in (automatic)
PaymentsManual setupStripe (automatic)
HostingLovable Cloud (separate fee)Cloudflare edge (included)
Code ExportYesYes -- full ownership
PrivacyStandardNo training on your code

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Expecting identical Supabase integration

Fabricate uses Cloudflare D1 instead of Supabase. The functionality is equivalent, but the API differs. Describe your data needs in the prompt and Fabricate handles the implementation.

Trying to replicate Lovable's exact design output

Describe the design you want in detail. Fabricate produces equally polished UIs but with its own design system. Include specific design preferences in your prompts.

Forgetting to test on mobile

Both tools generate responsive designs, but always test on mobile after migration. Request specific mobile optimizations if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fabricate's UI quality as good as Lovable's?
Yes. Fabricate generates polished, production-ready UIs with React and TailwindCSS. The visual quality is comparable, with the added advantage of integrated backend functionality.
What happens to my Supabase data?
Your Supabase data stays in Supabase. In Fabricate, your new application uses Cloudflare D1 for its database. If you need to migrate data, you can export from Supabase and import into your new app.
How much cheaper is Fabricate?
Fabricate Pro is $25/month including deployment. Lovable users typically pay for credits plus separate Lovable Cloud hosting, often totaling $50-150/month depending on usage.
Can I still use Supabase with Fabricate?
Fabricate includes its own database (D1), but the generated code can be modified to use Supabase if you prefer. Most users find D1 sufficient and appreciate not managing a separate database service.

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