SaaS boilerplates save you weeks of setup — auth, payments, email, database, admin panel — all pre-built so you can focus on your product. The problem: almost every SaaS boilerplate is built on Next.js or Laravel. If you are a Svelte developer, your options are limited. We built SvelteShip because we wanted a production-ready SaaS starter for Svelte 5 and SvelteKit. Here is how it compares to the most popular alternatives.
| Feature | SvelteShip | ShipFast | Supastarter | Larafast | CMSaasStarter | KitForStartups |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Framework | SvelteKit / Svelte 5 | Next.js | Next.js / Nuxt | Laravel + Livewire/Vue | SvelteKit | SvelteKit |
| Authentication | Auth.js (Google, Magic Link) | NextAuth.js (Google, Magic Link) | Supabase Auth / Lucia | Laravel Breeze / Jetstream | Supabase Auth | Lucia Auth |
| Payments (Stripe) | Stripe (checkout, portal, webhooks) | Stripe + LemonSqueezy | Stripe + LemonSqueezy | Stripe + Paddle | Stripe | Stripe |
| Database | PostgreSQL + Drizzle ORM | MongoDB / Supabase | Supabase (PostgreSQL) | MySQL / PostgreSQL | Supabase (PostgreSQL) | PostgreSQL / Turso |
| Resend | Mailgun / Resend | Resend / Plunk | Laravel Mail | None built-in | Resend | |
| Landing Page | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Dashboard | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Pricing | $49 – $149 | $199 | From $299 | $69 – $199 | Free (open source) | $149 – $299 |
1. SvelteShip
The only Svelte-native SaaS boilerplate
Pros
- The only SaaS boilerplate built entirely on Svelte 5 and SvelteKit
- Modern stack: Svelte 5 runes, Tailwind CSS 4, Drizzle ORM, TypeScript
- One-time purchase, unlimited projects, free updates
- Docker-ready with multi-stage Dockerfile
- Affordable — Starter at $49, Complete at $149
Cons
- Smaller community than Next.js-based boilerplates
- Newer product with less track record
- No built-in SEO blog or CMS
2. ShipFast
The market leader — battle-tested with 5000+ users
Pros
- 5000+ users — the most proven SaaS boilerplate on the market
- Built by Marc Lou, who has shipped multiple profitable products with it
- Large community, Discord support, regular updates
- Comprehensive docs and video tutorials
- SEO blog, waitlist, and more features included
Cons
- Next.js only — no option for Svelte or Vue developers
- Higher price point at $199
- MongoDB as default database (not everyone wants NoSQL)
- React ecosystem lock-in
3. Supastarter
Enterprise-oriented, multi-framework
Pros
- Supports both Next.js and Nuxt — most framework flexibility (outside Svelte)
- Supabase integration for real-time features
- i18n, multi-tenancy, and team management built in
- Active development and regular updates
Cons
- Most expensive option starting at $299
- No Svelte support
- More complex setup due to enterprise features
- Heavier stack than some alternatives
4. Larafast
Best for Laravel developers
Pros
- Built on Laravel — the most popular PHP framework
- Multiple starter variants (blog, SaaS, marketplace)
- Affordable entry price at $69
- Strong Laravel community and ecosystem
Cons
- PHP/Laravel only — not for JavaScript/TypeScript developers
- No Svelte support
- Requires PHP hosting infrastructure
- Less modern frontend compared to Svelte or React
5. CMSaasStarter
Free and open source SvelteKit starter
Pros
- Free and open source — no cost to get started
- Built on SvelteKit — one of the few Svelte options
- Supabase integration for auth and database
- Good starting point for learning
Cons
- Minimal features compared to paid boilerplates
- No admin panel, email, or advanced billing
- Less actively maintained
- You will need to build significant features yourself
6. KitForStartups
Another SvelteKit option with Lucia auth
Pros
- Built on SvelteKit — Svelte-native like SvelteShip
- Lucia auth for flexible authentication
- Includes blog, email, and Stripe billing
- Multiple database options
Cons
- Lucia auth is being deprecated — uncertain future
- Smaller user base
- Higher price for full package at $299
- Less comprehensive docs