Dropsource
By Dropsource
Dropsource is a next-generation mobile app development platform and agency based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Established in 2014, the company empowers businesses and individuals to visually create powerful, data-driven, and truly native mobile apps for iOS and Android without writing any code. Dropsource’s unique approach combines a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface with automated native code generation, significantly reducing the time and complexity involved in app development.
Founded in 2014, Dropsource quickly positioned itself as a pioneer in the no-code/low-code development space. The company’s leadership, including CEO Ben Saren, focused on bridging the gap between rapid prototyping and enterprise-grade app deployment. By 2017, Dropsource had grown to a team of around 14 employees, with a broader staff size ranging between 11 and 50, reflecting steady but focused growth aimed at maintaining product quality and customer support.
Dropsource has attracted significant investor interest, raising over $10 million in total funding across multiple rounds. The most notable was a $5.3 million financing round in September 2017, which supported product expansion and team growth. While specific valuation figures remain undisclosed, the company’s financial profile and revenue (reported between $1 million and $10 million) underscore its stability and growth potential in the competitive app development sector.
Drag-and-drop interface for UI design.
Integration with third-party APIs and data sources.
Access to native device features (geolocation, push notifications, camera, offline storage, etc.).
Real-time testing and virtual simulations.
Downloadable source code for further customization.
Dropsource has consistently reinvested funding into expanding its product capabilities. The company has focused on enhancing its platform with new integrations, enterprise-ready features, and improved support for backend connectivity. User feedback has directly influenced feature rollouts, with new functionality often released within weeks of customer requests.
Dropsource is committed to continuous improvement, regularly adding features such as enhanced API integration, more robust UI components, and expanded support for native device capabilities. The company’s responsiveness to user needs is evident in its rapid release cycles and willingness to address gaps in functionality, ensuring the platform remains competitive and relevant.
Dropsource promotes a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer-centricity. The team is known for its responsive support and willingness to engage with users to refine the product. The company values transparency, as demonstrated by its policy of providing users with full access to generated source code, and inclusivity, making advanced app development accessible to both technical and non-technical users.
Dropsource serves a diverse user base, from solo developers and startups to large enterprises seeking rapid mobile transformation. The platform is particularly popular among organizations that need to prototype quickly, validate MVPs, or empower non-developers to contribute to app projects. The Dropsource community is active, with users praising the platform’s ease of use, rapid development cycle, and strong customer support. The company’s focus on education and documentation further supports its growing community.
