How Much Does a Custom App Cost?

How much does an app cost?

Custom app development does not have a one-size-fits-all price. A simple app with a small number of screens and basic functionality can cost significantly less than an app requiring payments, user accounts, databases, notifications, third-party integrations, automation, or complex business logic.

Mobile App Development Packages

Package Price What's Included
Starter $2,500 Up to 10 screens, core app features, basic UI/UX, iOS or Android delivery
Standard $3,500 Up to 15 screens, payment integration (Square/Stripe), enhanced UI/UX, iOS & Android
Premium $5,000+ 16+ screens, complex APIs, third-party integrations, advanced features - quoted per project

Add-Ons

Add-On Additional Cost
Beta tester recruitment (Developer sources testers) +$500
Additional screens beyond package limit (per screen) +$150
Additional revision rounds (per request) $75 - $300+
Extra meetings beyond included schedule $100 per meeting

Custom automation and analytics solutions are offered to help businesses save time, reduce repetitive work, and better understand their data. From workflow automation and app integrations to dashboards, reporting, and predictive analysis, each solution is built around the specific needs of your business.

Analytics & Automation Projects

Tier Price Range Description
Simple Analysis $200 - $500 Clean dataset, single dashboard or report
Medium Analysis $500 - $1,000 Multiple datasets, custom visuals, recurring reports
Advanced Analysis $1,200+ Automation, large datasets, predictive analysis, complex dashboards
Basic Automation $100 - $400 Single workflow automation (e.g., email, login)
Intermediate Automation $400 - $900 Multiple workflows, app integrations
Advanced Automation $900 - $1,200+ Full-scale automation across multiple tools

Why do app development prices vary so much?

Ultimately, it depends on the company and the developer. Most companies will charge at a higher rate, with some starting at $15,000-$30,000, because you're paying for an entire team, not just an individual developer.

Smaller companies and individual developers tend to be lower in price because they have fewer team members and less overhead.

What does an app cost after it's built?

The initial development cost isn't always the only cost to consider. Depending on your app, there may be ongoing expenses after launch.

For example, you may choose my $100/month update plan for ongoing changes and support. The first month's fee will be waived after the project is complete.

Some apps may also have costs for hosting, third-party services, Apple or Google developer accounts, or new features you decide to add later. Not every app will have all of these costs.

Before we start your project, I'll explain which ongoing expenses apply to your app so you know what to expect both now and after launch.

If you decide not to opt into the subscription and your app breaks, I will fix it at no additional fee.

How Do Payments Work for My App Project?

You do not have to pay the full cost of your app upfront. Payments are broken into milestones throughout the project.

Standard App Projects

For most projects, payments are structured like this:

This allows you to spread the cost of development across the project rather than paying everything at once.

Larger App Projects

For projects over $10,000 or projects expected to take longer than 4 months, payments are typically divided into five stages:

Before development begins, your exact payment schedule will be included in your project scope so you know what is due and when.

What Happens If I Cancel My Project?

Payments already made are non-refundable because they cover development work that has already been completed. If you decide to stop the project before it is finished, you will not be charged for future milestones that have not yet been reached. Any payment already due for completed work remains due.

Can I Pause My App Project?

Yes. If something comes up and you need to temporarily pause your project, please let me know as soon as possible. During the 30-day pause, no new milestone payments will be due unless work for that milestone has already been completed.

Because development time is scheduled in advance, I cannot guarantee that your project will resume immediately when you are ready to restart. Your project will be placed back into the development schedule based on current availability.

After the pause time is completed, I may need to review the remaining scope, timeline, and pricing before development resumes, especially if software requirements, third-party services, or the project itself have changed.

If a project is paused for more than 30 days, it will be considered inactive. When the client is ready to resume, the remaining scope and timeline will be reviewed, and the project will be rescheduled based on current availability.

Estimate the Cost of Your App

Answer a few quick questions to get a ballpark estimate for your app. This is not a final quote, but it can help you understand what may affect your project cost.