What is the best open source SaaS boilerplate in 2026?

Open SaaS (163 pts on HN), the Go + Next.js B2B Starter (83 pts), and others like SaaSPegasus and Wasp are leading open-source options. Choice depends on your stack.

Why do indie founders need SaaS boilerplates?

Auth, billing, multi-tenancy, and RBAC take 3+ weeks to build from scratch. A boilerplate compresses this to hours so founders can focus on their unique product value.

What is the difference between ShipFast and Open SaaS?

ShipFast is a paid ($249+) Next.js boilerplate. Open SaaS is a free open-source alternative built on Wasp. Both handle auth and Stripe billing but differ on stack and license.

How much time does a SaaS boilerplate save?

Estimates range from 1-3 weeks of development saved on auth alone, plus additional weeks for billing, RBAC, and email infrastructure. Total time saved is often cited as 1-2 months of solo founder work.

What should a good SaaS boilerplate include in 2026?

Auth (OAuth, magic link, password), Stripe billing (subscriptions, usage-based, one-time), multi-tenancy, RBAC, email, monitoring, and a CI/CD setup. AI feature integration is increasingly expected.

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Open Source B2B SaaS Boilerplates Seeing Massive Demand from Indie Founders

Developers spending 3+ weeks on auth/billing/RBAC before writing one line of product code. Multiple high-engagement HN Show HNs: Open SaaS (163 pts) and Go+Next.js starter (83 pts). Demand for free/open alternatives to paid starters like ShipFast.