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Cost guide

How much does it cost to build an app?

The factors that drive mobile app cost and timescales — and how to keep your budget under control.

What affects the cost and timeline?

Every project is different, but the same few factors account for most of the cost and time. Understanding them helps you plan a realistic budget and decide where to invest.

Features and complexity

Accounts, payments, real-time features and integrations all add effort.

Platforms

Cross-platform (Flutter) usually costs less than two separate native apps.

Design depth

Custom design systems and animation take more time than standard components.

Back end

Admin dashboards, APIs and databases are often half of the work.

Ongoing costs

Hosting, store fees, maintenance and updates after launch.

Our indicative prices

These are typical ranges for projects we deliver, priced for small and growing businesses. They are a guide, not a fixed price list: depending on scope, your project may come in below or above these figures. Every project receives a fixed, itemised quote after a free consultation. Prices exclude VAT where applicable.

Project sizeTypical scopeIndicative budgetTimeline
Focused MVPOne platform or Flutter, core features, simple admin£8,000–£16,00012–16 weeks
Growth appiOS and Android, payments, integrations, custom design£16,000–£32,00016–24 weeks
PlatformComplex back end, multiple user roles, real-time featuresFrom £32,0006 months+

How to keep costs under control

Start with a clear scope, launch a focused first version, and add features based on what users actually do. A short discovery phase is the best way to get an accurate estimate.

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