Honest comparison
i2launch vs. ShipFast (boilerplate)
Boilerplate for builders who code; productized service for everyone else.
| Dimension | i2launch | ShipFast (boilerplate) |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Done-for-you 5-day build | Code template you build with |
| Price | $2,499–$9,999 one-time | $199–$299 one-time |
| Time to live | 5 days (we build) | 1–6 weeks (you build) |
| Requires coding | No | Yes, TypeScript / Next.js |
| Custom marketing site | Yes, branded | Template, you customize |
| What you own | Repo + infra accounts | License to use the boilerplate code |
| Best for | Founders who want to ship without coding | Developers who want a head start |
i2launch
Pros
- You get a working product without writing code.
- We make the design + product decisions you'd otherwise spend weeks on.
- Custom branding from day one.
Cons
- 10× the price, for the right reasons, but still 10×.
- You can't iterate on the build during the 5 days the way you can on your own code.
ShipFast (boilerplate)
Pros
- Cheap enough to buy on a whim.
- Total control over every line.
- Active community and Discord.
Cons
- You still have to do the work, typically 80–200 hours of it.
- Most boilerplates ship without auth/payments fully wired; you finish the integration.
When to pick each
Pick the right tool for the moment.
Pick i2launch when
You don't write code, or you do but you'd rather pay to skip the setup work and the design decisions.
Pick ShipFast (boilerplate) when
You're a developer who enjoys building and just wants to skip the auth boilerplate.