App Development Pricing

Every project is custom-quoted based on scope and complexity. These starting points give you a clear idea of what to expect. See our full service descriptions for details on each tier.

Most agencies charge $25,000–$60,000 for a companion app. We start at $4,500 — same platforms, same stores, same App Store submission. Less overhead, more app. Considering a no-code tool instead? See how custom compares to Bubble, Adalo & FlutterFlow →

Choose Your Project Type

Standalone App (no website included)

Tier 1 — Most requested

Business Utility App

Starting at $6,500
Range: $6,500–$9,000

Purpose-built for your workflow. No website included — pair with ArdinGate LLC web hosting separately, or add a companion website below. See industry pages for restaurants, ecommerce, salons & fitness, contractors, and healthcare.

  • iOS + Android
  • Custom back-end or API connection
  • 5–8 screens
  • Push notifications
  • 60-day post-launch support
  • Analytics setup
  • Ongoing managed store listings
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App + Companion Website Bundles

Every bundle includes both the app and its companion website — one project, one team, one point of contact.

Tier 2

Companion App + Mirror Site

Starting at $4,500
Range: $4,500–$6,500

Native app that mirrors a simple companion website. Both share brand, content source, and backend.

  • iOS + Android
  • Simple companion website (included)
  • Up to 4 screens / shared content source
  • REST API integration
  • 60-day post-launch support
  • Ongoing managed store listings
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Tier 3

App + Complementary Website

Starting at $8,000
Range: $8,000–$15,000

App and site do different jobs. App handles customer workflows (booking, loyalty, push). Site handles acquisition (SEO, marketing, long-form).

  • iOS + Android
  • Full multi-page website (included)
  • Shared brand + backend
  • Shared user accounts across both surfaces
  • Unified analytics + admin dashboard
  • Domain registration + 12 months Care hosting included
  • Single point of contact
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Tier 4

App + Full-Parity Website

Starting at $18,000
Range: $18,000–$35,000

Every feature on both surfaces. Mobile and web equal-weight. Built for businesses where customers cross between devices constantly.

  • iOS + Android + full website
  • 100% feature parity across all three platforms
  • Real-time sync (WebSocket/Pusher)
  • Unified auth (email + social + SSO)
  • Payments on both (Stripe + in-app IAP)
  • Full admin dashboard (manage app + web)
  • Headless CMS feeding all three platforms
  • Domain + 12 months Priority hosting included
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All pricing is custom-quoted. Contact us to discuss your specific needs and we'll put together a detailed proposal. Planning a website and app together? Learn more about Web + App Bundles →

Typical timelines: Tier 2 Companion 4–6 weeks · Business Utility 8–12 weeks · Tier 3 Complementary 10–14 weeks · Tier 4 Full-Parity 14–20 weeks. See the full development process →

Payment structure: 50% at kickoff, 50% at launch — applies to all projects.

Not sure which tier fits your project? Use the interactive app cost estimator → — pick your screens, backend, and extras to get a live price range before you reach out.

What's always included

Both platforms

iOS and Android delivered together.

Store submission

Full App Store and Play Store handling.

Brand-matched UI

Consistent with your existing brand.

Source code access

Full source code delivered upon final payment.

Launch support

Available through the approval process.

Managed store listings

We own and maintain your App Store & Play Store listings on your behalf.

Source code is yours upon final payment. Store listings are managed by us by default — or transfer to your own developer accounts any time for a flat $500 fee. Full ownership details →

Ongoing development — $100/hr. Need new features, updates, or changes after launch? We work at a flat hourly rate for all post-launch development and maintenance.

Managed maintenance — $150/mo. After the post-launch support window, keep your app current with our monthly retainer. OS compatibility updates, bug fixes, and store listing management — all handled on your behalf.

Transfer & Handoff — $500 flat fee. Want full ownership of your store listings? We'll transfer your App Store and Play Store accounts to you, help you set up your developer accounts, and provide a complete handoff document. Learn more →

Need hosting for your website too? See ArdinGate LLC web hosting plans →

Common questions

Every project includes native builds for both iOS and Android, App Store and Google Play submission, source code delivery, 60-day post-launch support, and ongoing managed store listings. Agencies charging $25K–$60K are doing the same thing with more overhead and more meetings. We keep the team lean and pass the savings on.
Post-launch support is included for 60 days on every project — bug fixes and adjustments at no extra charge. After that, new features and updates are billed at $100/hr, or add our $150/mo managed maintenance retainer for ongoing OS compatibility updates and store listing management.

See all pricing & app FAQs → Need a website? Website FAQs at ArdinGate →

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