AI-Built Apps.
Human Verified.
Every app undergoes professional human code review and human QA testing before listing.
No app reaches our store without passing a real code review by experienced developers and hands-on testing by our QA team. Security-scanned, quality-verified, and guaranteed to work.
Human Code Review.
Human Testing.
AI writes code fast. But only humans can review it for quality and test if it actually works.
Every app listed here has been through two professional services: a thorough human code review by experienced developers, and hands-on QA testing by our Real Intelligence team. This is not automated — it is real people doing real work.
Human developers review every codebase for security and quality
Real testers deploy, click through, and verify every feature works
Money-back guarantee on every purchase
Built by AI. Reviewed + Tested by Humans. Trusted by Teams.
We offer two professional services that every app must pass: human code review and human QA testing. This is what separates our marketplace from everything else.
Human Code Review
Experienced developers review every codebase for security vulnerabilities, code quality, and architectural soundness.
Human QA Testing
Our Real Intelligence team deploys every app, tests every page, every form, and every flow by hand.
Human Vetted Badge
Only apps that pass both services earn the Human Vetted badge — your guarantee of quality.
Real Humans. Real Reviews.
Every app on our store is reviewed by certified developers and tested by professional QA engineers. No automated stamps — real people, real expertise.
25+ certified professionals across 5 partner companies
Stop Renting
Software.
Why pay $50-200/month for Jira, Notion, or Slack forever?
Get the same tools for one low price. Own them forever.
Save thousands over the years. Your data, your servers. Prices vary by app — better-tested apps earn higher prices.
Pay Once
No subscriptions. One payment, lifetime access to updates.
Your Infrastructure
Deploy to Digital Ocean, AWS, or Azure. You control the servers.
Own Your Data
Data sovereignty. GDPR compliant. No third-party access.
One-Click Deploy
No DevOps needed. We handle the deployment for you.
Your App. Your Cloud.
Running in Minutes.
From purchase to production in 4 steps. We handle SSL, databases, health checks, and everything else.
Browse & Buy
Find your app, pay once, own forever.
Secure Stripe checkout
Connect Your Cloud
Link DigitalOcean or AWS via OAuth. Your credentials stay yours.
Encrypted with AES-256-GCM
We Handle Everything
10 pre-checks, infrastructure, SSL, databases — all automatic.
Region, size, env vars configured
Live in 3 Minutes
Your app running on YOUR infrastructure. 6 health checks verified.
Live URL on your servers
What Happens Behind the Scenes
7-Step Deployment Pipeline
6 Post-Deploy Health Checks
Deploy to your preferred cloud
Deployed? We've Got Your Back.
AppOps on Demand — your IT team, included. From $0.82/day.
Without AppOps
- You debug SSL certificate renewals at 2am
- You scramble when a security CVE drops
- Backups weren't running... you find out after data loss
- You spend weekends updating dependencies
- Server goes down. You're the only one who gets paged.
With AppOps
- SSL auto-renewed, custom domains managed
- Quarterly security re-scans, patches applied
- DB backups verified monthly, restoration tested
- 2 patches/year included, zero downtime deploys
- Uptime monitoring + emergency response — we get paged, not you
Step 1: We Deploy It For You
One-time deployment to your server. Done right, by professionals.
Professional Deployment
Our certified engineers deploy your app to your server — properly configured, secured, and production-ready.
- Full server setup & Docker deployment
- SSL certificate & domain configuration
- Database setup & initial migration
- Post-deploy verification & handoff
Step 2: Ongoing Support (Optional)
Add an annual retainer for hands-off operations. Your IT team, on demand.
$0.82/day
Side Projects & Personal Tools
- 2 patches/year deployed
- Uptime monitoring & alerts
- Monthly health checks
- DB backup verification
- Priority email support
$1.37/day
Business & Team Apps
- Everything in Small, plus:
- Custom domain management
- Quarterly security re-scan
- Performance monitoring
- Slack/email priority support
$2.74/day
Mission-Critical & Enterprise
- Everything in Medium, plus:
- 4-hour emergency response SLA
- One-click rollback capability
- Dedicated support channel
- Monthly strategy call
The Real Cost of DIY DevOps
Still thinking about managing infrastructure yourself?
DevOps Engineer
$120-180k/yr
That's $10-15k/month
Freelance DevOps
$100-200/hr
One incident = $800+
Downtime Cost
$5,600/min
One outage = $33k+
Our AppOps
From $149
Deploy once + $299/yr retainer
Sources: Glassdoor DevOps salary data, Gartner downtime cost analysis, Upwork freelance rates
"I'll Just Build It Myself with AI"
We get it. With Cursor, Copilot, and Claude, building apps feels easier than ever. But here's what actually happens...
The Vibe Coding Reality Check
Days Turn Into Weeks
What starts as "a quick weekend project" becomes weeks of debugging authentication flows, database schemas, and deployment configs.
AI Code = Hidden Bugs
AI generates code that looks right but fails in production. Edge cases, security vulnerabilities, and race conditions lurk everywhere.
Deployment Nightmare
Building the app is 20% of the work. DevOps, SSL, databases, backups, monitoring — a DevOps engineer costs $120-180k/yr. One outage can cost $33k+.
You're Now the Maintainer
Congrats, you built it! Now you're on call for every bug, security patch, and feature request. Forever.
The Smart Alternative
Battle-Tested Code
Our apps are built by expert developers and tested by thousands of users. No hidden bugs waiting to crash your production.
Deploy in 3 Minutes
Connect your cloud via OAuth. We run 10 pre-checks, provision infrastructure, SSL, databases — live on YOUR servers in minutes. Plus AppOps from $0.82/day.
We Handle Updates
Security patches, bug fixes, new features - we build them, you get them. Focus on your actual business.
The Real Cost Comparison
Build with AI Tools
40-100+ hrs
Your time (at $50-150/hr) = $2,000-15,000
+ ongoing maintenance burden
SaaS Subscription
$1,200-2,400/yr
Per app, per year, forever
$12,000-24,000 over 10 years
The Real App Store
From $49
One-time. Yours forever.
+ ~$12/mo infrastructure
Two Types of Apps. Both Vetted.
Every app in our store is security-vetted and guaranteed. Choose from our own builds or community creations.
Store Originals
Built by us
Apps we build and maintain ourselves. The highest quality, direct support, guaranteed updates.
- Built by The Real App Store team
- Direct support from us
- Guaranteed updates & maintenance
- Premium quality standard
Verified Apps
Verified by The Real Intelligence
Apps from talented vibe coders, fully vetted by our security and quality process.
- 4-layer security vetting
- Tested by The Real Intelligence team
- Developer maintains & supports
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Featured Apps
Production-ready alternatives to popular SaaS tools. Deploy in minutes, use forever.
Zira
Project Management
Project management that you own
- Issue tracking & workflows
- Sprint planning
- Kanban boards
Docu
Documentation
Knowledge base for your team
- Rich text & markdown editor
- Document organization
- Full-text search
Taska
Project Management
Simple task management for teams
- Projects & task lists
- Drag-and-drop tasks
- Due dates & assignees
Chattr
Communication
Team chat that stays private
- Real-time messaging
- Channels (public & private)
- Direct messages
Dealflow
CRM
Simple CRM for growing teams
- Contact management
- Deal pipeline
- Custom deal stages
Helply
Helpdesk
Customer support made simple
- Ticket management
- Email integration
- Canned responses
Formly
Marketing
Build forms, collect responses
- Drag-and-drop builder
- Multiple field types
- Conditional logic
Trackly
Analytics
Website analytics you own
- Page views & visitors
- Traffic sources
- Top pages report
Invoicy
Finance
Invoicing for freelancers & small teams
- Invoice templates
- Client management
- Recurring invoices
LinkPage
Marketing
Your bio link page, self-hosted
- Customizable design
- Unlimited links
- Link analytics
NovaTasker
Project Management
Enterprise-grade project management
- Kanban boards with drag-and-drop
- Sprint planning & management
- Real-time team messaging
See an App Without a Badge?
You can sponsor its human testing and code review. Get it certified to your standards before deploying — and help the whole community.
Why Trust Vibe-Coded Apps From Us?
AI can write code fast. But can you trust it? We vet every app so you don't have to.
4-Layer Security
SAST, dependency scan, container scan, human review
Quality Guarantee
Tested and verified working before listing
Human Code Review
Real developers review every codebase
30-Day Guarantee
Full refund if it doesn't work
Meet The Real Intelligence
Our professional human code review + human testing service
Human-tested apps
Bug detection rate
Verification checklist
Review turnaround
Human Code Review + Human Testing as a Service. While AI can generate code in seconds, only experienced humans can review code quality and verify it works for your business. That's why we invest in professional human reviewers and testers, not just algorithms.
Why Pay When Open-Source Is Free?
Free Open-Source Reality
The Real App Store
Pursuing ISO 42001 AI Governance
Working toward ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification - the world's standard for AI Management Systems. Every vibe-coded app is vetted for ethical AI, transparency, and responsible development.
AI-Powered Compliance
Our AI Compliance Agent automatically scans code for risks, generates documentation, and maintains audit trails - reducing certification time by 75%.
Full Transparency
Every app includes SBOM, security reports, and AI model documentation. Know exactly what you're deploying and how it was built.
Ethical AI Standards
All 38 Annex A controls tracked and verified. Bias detection, fairness assessments, and human oversight requirements built into every app.
Audit-Ready Documentation
Auto-generated AI policies, impact assessments, risk registers, and Statement of Applicability. Ready for external auditors.
4-Layer Security
SAST scanning, dependency CVE checks, container security, and human expert review. Every app is vetted before listing.
Continuous Monitoring
Real-time CVE alerts, compliance drift detection, and automated remediation suggestions. Stay compliant as regulations evolve.
How It Works
From purchase to production in three simple steps
Choose & Preview
Browse our catalog, preview apps with your branding, and find the perfect tool for your team.
Pay Once
One-time payment — prices vary by app. No subscriptions, no hidden fees. Own the app forever.
Deploy
Connect your Digital Ocean account and deploy with one click. Your app will be live in minutes.
Stop Paying Monthly Forever
See how much you save compared to traditional SaaS
Per app, recurring
- ✕Pay forever
- ✕Data on their servers
- ✕Vendor lock-in
- ✕Price increases over time
Per app, forever. Developer-set pricing.
- Pay once, own forever
- Your data, your servers
- No vendor lock-in
- Free updates included
* You pay only for your cloud infrastructure costs (starting ~$12/month on Digital Ocean)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why not just build it myself with AI coding tools?
You could! But what starts as a weekend project often turns into weeks of debugging, deployment headaches, and ongoing maintenance. AI generates code that looks right but fails in edge cases. Our apps are battle-tested, deploy in minutes, and we handle updates. Your time is worth more than debugging authentication flows.
Do I need technical skills to deploy?
No! Our one-click deployment handles everything. Just connect your Digital Ocean account and click deploy. We handle the rest - databases, SSL, infrastructure, everything.
Can I migrate my existing data from Jira/Confluence?
Yes! We have built-in migration tools. Connect directly to your existing platform via API, or upload a CSV export. Our field mapper lets you map your columns to the new format - you can even keep your original column names.
How is pricing determined? (Earn-Your-Price)
Every new app starts with 25 free downloads so buyers can try before they buy. Once an app reaches 4+ stars with 25+ downloads, the developer earns 'pricing rights' and sets their own price. No complicated multipliers — just real user validation driving fair prices.
What is the human testing process?
Every app goes through two phases: (1) AI Verification — automated security scanning (SAST, dependency audit, container scan, secrets detection, OWASP Top 10) for a $19 flat fee, and (2) Human Testing — certified QA professionals deploy and manually test the app ($299-$2,499 based on app size). We offer two testing levels: Functionality Tested and Deep Tested. We also offer Human Code Review as a separate add-on (2x the testing fee). Both services are performed by our partner IT professionals.
What are the ongoing costs?
You only pay for your cloud infrastructure — Digital Ocean starts at ~$12/month for basic apps. Optionally, add AppOps on Demand ($299-$999/yr) for managed maintenance: uptime monitoring, SSL renewal, DB backups, security patches, and emergency response. Compare that to $50-200/month for SaaS subscriptions or $120k+ for a DevOps hire.
Can I customize the apps?
Yes! You get full access to the deployed application. Customize branding, add features, or modify anything. It's YOUR software on YOUR servers.
What if I need help?
We offer email support for deployment issues. For ongoing support, our AppOps on Demand tiers provide managed maintenance: Small ($299/yr) for side projects, Medium ($499/yr) for business apps with custom domains and quarterly security scans, and Large ($999/yr) for mission-critical apps with 4-hour emergency SLA and dedicated support.
Are updates included?
Yes, you get free updates for the first year. After that, updates are available for a small annual maintenance fee (optional). Either way, your app keeps working - it runs on your infrastructure.
What is ISO 42001 and why does it matter?
ISO/IEC 42001:2023 is the world's first international standard for AI Management Systems. We are actively working toward this certification to ensure our AI-generated apps meet rigorous standards for ethical AI, transparency, risk management, and governance. Our goal is to give you confidence that every app has been vetted for security, bias, and responsible AI practices.
What is AppOps on Demand?
AppOps is your IT team on demand. After you deploy an app, we handle the ongoing maintenance: uptime monitoring, SSL renewals, DB backup verification, security patches, and emergency response. Three tiers — Small ($299/yr, $0.82/day), Medium ($499/yr), and Large ($999/yr) — so you never debug SSL certificates at 2am again. Compare that to $120-180k/yr for a DevOps engineer or $100-200/hr for freelance DevOps.
How does the deployment pipeline work?
Four steps: (1) Browse & buy an app, (2) Connect your cloud (DigitalOcean or AWS) via secure OAuth — your credentials stay yours, (3) We run 10 pre-deployment checks and provision everything automatically — infrastructure, SSL, databases, environment variables, (4) Your app is live on YOUR servers in under 3 minutes, verified by 6 post-deploy health checks. No DevOps knowledge needed.
Can I sponsor certification for an app?
Yes! If you see an app without a Human Vetted badge, you can sponsor its human testing and code review. Get it certified to your standards before deploying — and help the whole community benefit from a vetted app. Contact us to get started.
What if you shut down?
Unlike SaaS, your app doesn't depend on us staying in business. It runs on YOUR infrastructure. Even if we disappeared tomorrow, your apps would keep running. That's the whole point.