App Cost Calculator
Most apps we build cost $5,000 to $25,000 CAD. A simple iOS or Android app runs $5,000 to $12,000, one app for both stores runs $8,000 to $18,000, and a website plus iOS and Android apps built together runs $12,000 to $25,000. Marketplaces, on-demand and real-time products start around $25,000. Use the free calculator below to get a range for your own app in about two minutes, with no email needed.
- Fixed-scope quoteA written price and milestone plan before any work starts.
- From $4,999 CADTypical single-platform apps $5,000 to $12,000.
- You own the codeSource, designs and store accounts are yours.
- Reply within 24 hoursMon to Fri, Eastern time. Call +1 (365) 440-1786.
App cost calculator
Running estimate:
Which platforms do you need?
Cross-platform means one React Native or Flutter codebase for both app stores.
What kind of app is it?
Pick the closest match. It sets the starting scope.
Which features does it need?
Select all that apply. Leave them all off for the simplest version.
Design level and timeline
Your planning range
Plan for in maintenance after launch.
What drives the number
This is a planning range, not a quote. Your price is confirmed in a written, fixed-scope quote after we review your requirements.
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How the estimate works
The calculator starts from the typical scope of the kind of app you pick, adds a range for each feature, then adjusts for platforms, design level and how fast you need it. A companion website is added on top at a flat price, because it is built once whatever platforms you choose. The result is rounded to the nearest $500 and matched to the ranges we publish in our guide to how much it costs to build an app. Every figure is in Canadian dollars. A focused MVP usually lands between $5,000 and $15,000.
| App size | What it usually means | Typical build cost (CAD) | Typical timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple single-platform app | iOS or Android, one core flow and a few features | $5,000 to $12,000 | 4 to 8 weeks |
| iOS and Android app | One cross-platform codebase for both stores | $8,000 to $18,000 | 6 to 10 weeks |
| Website plus iOS and Android app | A matching website and both mobile apps, built together | $12,000 to $25,000 | 8 to 14 weeks |
| Complex app | Marketplace, on-demand, real-time or heavy integrations, quoted individually | $25,000 to $50,000+ | 3 to 6 months |
What each feature typically adds
| Feature | What it covers | Adds roughly (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| Companion website | A matching marketing website with your app's branding, built alongside the app | $2,000 to $4,000 |
| User accounts and login | Sign-up, sign-in, profiles, password reset | $1,000 to $1,500 |
| Payments | Card payments, Apple Pay or Google Pay | $800 to $2,000 |
| Subscriptions or in-app purchases | App Store and Google Play billing | $800 to $1,800 |
| Chat or messaging | Real-time one-to-one or group chat | $1,500 to $3,500 |
| Maps and location | Maps, search nearby, geofencing | $800 to $2,000 |
| Push notifications | Reminders, alerts and campaigns | $400 to $800 |
| Photo or video upload | Camera, galleries, file storage | $600 to $1,500 |
| Admin dashboard | Web panel to manage users, content and orders | $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Third-party integrations | CRM, ERP, POS, calendars or other APIs | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Offline mode and sync | Works without signal, syncs later | $1,200 to $2,500 |
| AI features | Chat assistant, recommendations, smart search | $2,000 to $5,000 |
| Analytics and reporting | Event tracking and in-app reports | $400 to $800 |
| English and French | Two languages, translated store listings | $500 to $1,200 |
How platforms, design and timeline change it
| Choice | Option | Effect on the build cost |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | iOS only | No change |
| Platform | Android only | No change |
| Platform | iOS and Android (cross-platform) | +35% |
| Platform | Native iOS and native Android | +75% |
| Design | Clean and standard | -10% |
| Design | Custom branded | No change |
| Design | Premium | +20% |
| Timeline | Flexible | No change |
| Timeline | Within a few months | No change |
| Timeline | As soon as possible | +20% |
After launch, budget 15 to 20 per cent of the build cost each year for maintenance, operating system updates, hosting and small improvements, or move to a monthly support plan. Store accounts are separate: Apple charges an annual developer program fee and Google Play charges a one-time registration fee.
Want an exact number?
A range is for planning. Send us your feature list and we come back with a written, fixed-scope quote within 24 hours, with a breakdown you can take to your board, a lender or investors. The fastest way is the Email me this estimate button above, or the quote form below. Prefer to talk? Call +1 (365) 440-1786.
How to bring the number down
- Start with one core flow. Launch the one thing users must be able to do, then add features once real people are using it. Our MVP guide covers how to pick it.
- Go cross-platform when it fits. One codebase for both stores usually costs far less than two native apps. See native vs cross-platform.
- Use proven components. Standard platform design costs less than a custom design system and still looks professional.
- Give it time. A rushed date means a larger team working in parallel, which costs more.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
With us, a simple single-platform app costs $5,000 to $12,000 CAD, an iOS and Android app from one codebase costs $8,000 to $18,000, and a website plus both mobile apps costs $12,000 to $25,000. Complex products such as marketplaces, on-demand and real-time apps are quoted individually and usually run $25,000 to $50,000+.
It is a planning range only. Real quotes depend on your specific features, integrations and design, which is why we scope each project individually and confirm the price in a written, fixed-scope quote.
Two native apps means building and testing almost everything twice, which the calculator counts as +75% on the build. A cross-platform app shares one codebase across both stores, so it adds about 35% instead.
Budget 15 to 20 per cent of the build cost per year for maintenance, operating system updates, hosting and small improvements, plus the Apple and Google developer account fees and any paid third-party services the app uses.
A simple single-platform app usually takes 4 to 8 weeks, an iOS and Android app 6 to 10 weeks, a website plus both apps 8 to 14 weeks, and a complex app 3 to 6 months. A tight deadline can shorten that with a larger team, which raises the cost.
No. The range appears on screen as soon as you finish. Your email is only needed if you want the PDF with the feature-by-feature estimate and a suggested MVP scope.
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- Written, fixed-scope quote before any work starts
- You own the code, designs and accounts
- Typical apps from $4,999 CAD
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