The 7 AI tools that let me build client MVPs in 21 days

Hey everyone,

Most agencies are still stuck using old methods. They spend weeks coding basic stuff while AI-first builders ship complete MVPs in the same time.

I've tried dozens of AI tools this past year. Most were useless. But 7 tools have completely changed how we build at IgnytLabs.

Here's my exact AI stack:

Tool #1: Lovable (The Foundation Builder)

I start almost every client project in Lovable.

What I use it for:
• Build entire UIs with simple prompts
• Connect Supabase for user accounts and database in minutes
• Add Stripe payments without reading docs
• Include AI features powered by OpenAI

Real example: Last month I built a subscription app where the entire UI, user login, payment system, and dashboard were ready in 4 hours.

The secret is Lovable's built-in connections. No fighting with setup or API keys.

Tool #2: Cursor (The Refinement Tool)

Once the foundation is ready in Lovable, I move everything to Cursor for the advanced stuff.

What I handle in Cursor:
• Make UI components look perfect
• Add complex business logic
• Fix performance issues and clean up code
• Handle edge cases and errors

The Lovable → Cursor workflow works great. Lovable gets you 80% there fast, Cursor handles the final 20% to make it ready for real users.

For a video walkthrough: Lovable + Cursor workflow

Tool #3: CodeRabbit (The Safety Net)

This automatically reviews my code and catches problems before clients see them.

How I use CodeRabbit:
• Get feedback while coding in Cursor
• Full code reviews on GitHub before merging
• Catch security issues early
• Find messy code that could cause bugs

It's like having an expert developer check every line of code. Clients never see buggy code because CodeRabbit catches it first.

Tool #4: ChatGPT (The Planning Helper)

This is my always-available product manager and tech advisor.

My go-to prompts:
• "Here's the client brief: [brief]. Generate a complete feature list for this MVP."
• "Plan the database structure for a [type] platform with these features: [features]"
• "Create user flows for [specific feature] that helps conversions"

ChatGPT turns unclear client ideas into clear technical plans. No more guessing what to build.

Tool #5: UX Pilot (The Design Speed Tool)

Most clients don't need a full design phase, but some want to see mockups first. UX Pilot handles this without slowing things down.

What it does:
• Generate wireframes from simple prompts
• Create detailed screens that match brand colors
• Learn design systems for consistent look
• Skip the endless design review meetings

I can go from client brief to approved designs in hours, not weeks.

Tool #6: Ideogram (The Visual Polish Tool)

Good design builds trust. Ugly MVPs don't convert, no matter how good they work.

How I use Ideogram:
• Generate great hero images that match the brand
• Create consistent visual assets across the platform
• Add professional polish to landing pages and dashboards
• Make MVPs look expensive

Clients always say our MVPs "look more professional than our main website."

Tool #7: Unicorn Studio (The Wow Factor Creator)

When clients need that impressive first impression, I use Unicorn Studio.

What makes it powerful:
• Edit 3D templates for any industry
• Add smooth animations without coding
• Turn basic hero sections into premium experiences in minutes
• Make MVPs look way more expensive than they are

Real example: I added a 3D animated hero to a fintech client's MVP. Their conversion rate jumped 34% because visitors thought "this company is serious." It took me 20 minutes to add.

Why this stack works:

Each tool does what it's best at:
• Lovable builds the foundation fast
• Cursor adds the complex logic and polish
• CodeRabbit keeps everything secure and clean
• ChatGPT handles strategy and planning
• UX Pilot creates designs quickly
• Ideogram adds visual polish
• Unicorn Studio brings landing pages to life

The results:

We deliver polished, ready-to-use MVPs in 21 days at IgnytLabs. Our clients are testing ideas and getting to market while their competitors are still making wireframes.

This isn't just about speed - it's about giving founders the power to test ideas quickly and cheaply. The faster you can test, the faster you can win.

If you want to build this fast:
👉 Join AI MVP Builders - I'm breaking down this entire tool stack with live demos next week
👉 Need it built for you? IgnytLabs uses this exact stack to deliver client MVPs in 21 days

Keep building,
~ Prajwal