App development
Develop an app
We build iOS and Android apps for companies solving a real problem, not just filling a slot in an app store. Fixed price, weekly demos and a finished app published in both stores.
- Published to the App Store and Google Play
- One codebase for both iOS and Android
- A testable app on your phone every week
What does it cost to develop an app?
Most apps we build
100,000 to 1,000,000 SEK
You always get a fixed price before the build starts, so you know exactly what the app costs before the first line of code is written.
The range is wide because price is driven by what the app has to do, not by how many screens it has. An app that displays information costs a fraction of one handling payments, accounts and integrations. Below is what decides where in the range you land.
Lower end of the range
One clearly defined purpose, a handful of screens and no login. The app fetches information and presents it well. Ideal for testing an idea with real users.
Easiest to get started with
6 to 10 weeks
Middle of the range
Logins, notifications, payments or connections to systems you already have. This is where most business apps land.
Most common in our projects
10 to 16 weeks
Upper end of the range
Custom backend, multiple user roles, an admin interface and features that work offline or update in real time.
For apps that become a platform
4 to 6 months
What affects the price most
Integrations
Every system the app talks to, such as payments, CRM or an ERP, requires its own work and its own testing.
User accounts
Logins, roles and permissions are among the most common cost drivers in an app.
Design
An existing design system lowers the cost. Building everything from scratch adds design work.
Offline and real time
Apps that must work without a connection or update instantly require more advanced architecture.
How long does it take to develop an app?
From first call to app in store normally takes 8 to 14 weeks. Here is what a typical timeline looks like.
- Week 1
Needs and scope
We go through what the app should solve and set a clear boundary for the first version.
- Week 2 to 3
Design and architecture
Sketches of flows and screens, plus the choice of technology and structure.
- Week 4 to 10
Development
We build in short cycles. You get a testable version on your phone every week.
- Week 11 to 12
Testing and launch
Final testing, store assets and review by Apple and Google.
Build the app yourself or get help?
Both routes work. It comes down to what the app needs to become and how much time you have.
Build it yourself
- You have developers in house or time to learn
- The app is simple and mainly tests an idea
- No integrations or sensitive data involved
- You accept that store publishing takes time to learn
Work with us
- The app will be used by customers or staff for real
- It needs to connect to systems you already have
- You need a timeline that holds
- You would rather skip learning Apple and Google rulebooks
Native, hybrid or web app?
The technology choice drives both cost and how the app feels to use. We recommend what fits your situation, not what is easiest for us.
Native
Built separately for iOS and Android. Best performance and full access to device features. Most expensive since two codebases need maintaining.
Shared codebase
One codebase producing native apps for both platforms. This is what we recommend for most business apps.
Web app
Runs in the browser and can be installed on the home screen. Cheapest and fastest, but lacks access to some device features.
How we develop your app
Free intro call
30 minutes covering the idea and what the app needs to do.
Proposal in 48 hours
Scope, timeline and fixed price. No surprises later.
We build
Short cycles with a testable app on your phone every week.
Launch and support
Publishing to both stores, then hosting and development if you want it.
ContextApp development is part of our system development.
RelatedShould the app pull data from your ERP or report time against projects? Read how we build and integrate ERP systems for construction.
Apps we have built
We have developed apps used daily by real customers.
Seniorrabatt
Native iOS and Android apps connected to a discount site, built to drive sales and traffic. Published in both stores.
Sony Music Sweden
Internal project management platform and link management used daily by teams across Sony Music.
Frequently asked questions about developing an app
What does it cost to develop an app?
Most apps we build cost between 100,000 and 1,000,000 SEK. Where you land is decided by what the app has to do: an app that fetches and displays information sits at the lower end, while logins, payments and integrations with existing systems push the price up. Contact us for a free estimate, and a fixed price before the build starts.
How long does it take to develop an app?
A first launchable version normally takes 8 to 14 weeks. Simpler apps can be ready in 6 weeks, while larger platforms take 4 to 6 months. You see working parts of the app every week during the build, so the wait is never a black box.
Can I develop an app myself?
Yes, if you have developers in house or time to learn. No-code tools work for simple ideas, but they run out quickly once you need integrations, custom design or App Store publishing. Many of our clients start on their own and bring us in when the app needs to become a real product.
Do I need two separate apps for iOS and Android?
No. We usually build on a shared codebase that produces native apps for both iOS and Android. You get an app that feels right on both platforms without paying for two separate development projects.
Who owns the app and the code?
You do, completely. All code, design and data belong to you, and the Apple and Google accounts are in your name. You can take the project elsewhere at any time without asking us.
What happens after the app launches?
Apps need maintenance as Apple and Google release new operating system versions. We stay on as your technical partner with hosting, monitoring and further development if you want, or hand everything over to your own team.
Do you help publish the app to the App Store and Google Play?
Yes. We handle the entire release, including accounts, review process, store assets and the technical requirements Apple and Google impose. You do not need to learn their rulebooks.
What do you need from us to get started?
A description of what the app should solve and for whom. You need neither a requirements document nor a finished design. We help shape the idea during the first call and then send a proposal with scope, timeline and price.
Tell us about your app
Describe what you want to build and we will get back to you within one business day with concrete next steps. No requirements document needed.