Caramell vs V0: Honest Comparison
Vibe coding vs vibe design. A genuine comparison between two different approaches to AI-powered web creation.
Caramell vs V0: Honest Comparison
V0 is impressive. We've used it ourselves.
But over time, we realized something.
Every time we just needed a landing page, V0 felt like overkill.
Describe a simple landing page, and you get a full application structure. Components, dependencies, build configurations...
And most importantly the design was lacking.
V0 and other full-stack vibe coding tools focus on "working code." The output is functional, but not beautiful. Aesthetics isn't the priority.
That's fine if you're building a SaaS product. But for a landing page where first impressions matter? That's a different story.
That's why we built Caramell.
Vibe Coding vs Vibe Design
Here's the real difference.
V0 is vibe coding. Describe functionality, and it builds full-stack applications.
Caramell is vibe design. Describe your vision, and it creates the beautiful face of your website.
We're not competing tools. We're different categories.
V0 helps developers ship apps faster. Caramell helps anyone create landing pages that stop the scroll.
In fact, they work great together.
Build your product with V0, then create its face with Caramell. A working app + a converting landing page. The perfect combination.
Different Goals, Different Results
V0 is built for developers who want AI-powered full-stack applications. Caramell is built for anyone who needs a beautiful, high-converting landing page.
| V0 | Caramell | |
|---|---|---|
| Philosophy | Vibe coding | Vibe design |
| Focus | Full-stack apps | Landing pages |
| Target user | Those who need working code | Those who need converting design |
| Output | Application code | The face of your website |
| Design | Basic styling | + Shader, Animation |
| Pricing | $20/month subscription | Credits (never expire) |
Why We Built Caramell
1. Your landing page is your first impression
Most AI builders focus on functionality. We focus on beauty.
A landing page isn't just information. It's emotion. It's the moment someone decides to stay or leave.
Caramell generates pages with aesthetics built in:
- Visual effects — Eye-catching visuals
- Diverse templates — Proven design patterns
- GSAP animations — Professional motion
- Typography — Carefully curated font pairings
This isn't optional. It's core to every website.
Your landing page should make visitors feel something.
2. Frontier AI models, instantly
V0 uses their own fine-tuned model.
Caramell gives you direct access to the latest frontier models (as of December 2025):
- Claude Opus 4.5 — Anthropic's most powerful model
- GPT-5.1 — OpenAI's latest
- Gemini 3 Pro — Google's flagship
When a new model drops, you can use it immediately. No waiting for platform updates.
Different projects need different strengths. You choose.
3. Pay for what you use
V0 costs $20/month. Every month. Whether you use it or not.
Caramell uses credits.
Need 3 landing pages this quarter? Pay for 3. Taking a break? Pay nothing. Come back in 6 months? Your credits are still there.
No subscriptions. No expiration. No waste.
4. Own your code completely
Every Caramell page exports as clean, readable code.
One HTML file. Or a full Next.js project.
Host it anywhere. Modify it however you want. No platform lock-in. No ongoing dependencies.
It's yours. Forever.
Where V0 Wins (Being Honest)
V0 is better when you need:
- Full applications — V0 deeply understands app architecture
- Backend logic — Database, auth, API routes
- Vercel ecosystem — Seamless deployment integration
If you're building the next SaaS product, V0 is probably the right choice.
We're not trying to do what V0 does. We do one thing, and we do it beautifully.
The Real Question
It's not "which tool is better?"
It's "what are you trying to create?"
Building a web application? → Use V0. It's designed for that.
Need a landing page that converts? → That's why Caramell exists.
Need both? → Build your app with V0, create your landing page with Caramell. The best combination.
FAQ
Is Caramell better than V0?
Different, not better. V0 builds apps. Caramell designs landing pages. Pick the right tool for your goal.
What's "vibe design"?
Our approach: instead of describing features to code, you describe a feeling to visualize. Caramell interprets your vision and creates a page that captures that emotion.
Can I use Caramell without coding knowledge?
Yes. Describe what you want, get a working page. Refine with chat. Export when ready. No code required.
What if I need to customize later?
The code is yours. Clean, readable, and fully editable. Export as HTML or a Next.js project and modify however you need.
Is Caramell cheaper than V0?
For occasional use, yes. V0's subscription makes sense for daily users. Caramell's credit system means you only pay when you create.
Try It Yourself
Words are easy. Results speak.
Go to caramell and describe your vision.
Enter your prompt and wait just 30 seconds.
You're going to say "wow." We're confident.
Your first generation is free. No card required.
Built by the Caramell team — because your website deserves a beautiful face.