How much does it cost to build an MVP?
An MVP is the smallest version of your product that proves the core idea with real users. The goal is to spend the least you can to learn the most — so the cost conversation is really a scope conversation.
In short: A focused MVP typically runs $5,000–$15,000 and ships in 4–10 weeks. The price is driven by how many platforms you launch on (one is cheaper than three), how many core features are in v1, and how polished the design needs to be. We quote one fixed price after a short scoping call, with no hourly billing.
What drives the cost of a mvp
How many platforms
One cross-platform app (iOS + Android from one codebase) costs far less than separate native builds plus a web app. Picking one surface for v1 is the single biggest lever on MVP cost.
How many core features
An MVP should carry only the features that prove the idea. Every extra flow — payments, chat, maps — adds build time. We help you cut v1 to what actually tests demand.
Design depth
A clean standard UI is fastest. Custom illustration, motion, and a bespoke design system add polish and cost — often worth it later, rarely worth it in v1.
Backend & integrations
A simple app with one database is cheap; every third-party integration (payment, CRM, mapping, AI) adds wiring, testing, and edge-case handling.
Typical feature costs
Planning-grade ranges for common features. Your exact price depends on scope, platforms, and design — the calculator combines them for you.
Login & user accounts
$1,000 – $3,000
Email, social, or phone auth with secure session handling.
Payments & subscriptions
$3,000 – $8,000
Stripe, Razorpay, or in-app purchases with webhooks and receipts.
Chat / messaging
$3,000 – $9,000
Real-time messaging, presence, and push-backed delivery.
Admin panel / dashboard
$3,000 – $9,000
Back-office to manage users, content, orders, and analytics.
Analytics & reporting
$1,500 – $5,000
Event tracking, dashboards, and exportable reports.
Get your number in under a minute
Pick your platforms, features, and design, and see a real price range and timeline on screen — no email wall. Then get the full fixed-price breakdown mailed to you.
Open the app cost calculator →MVP cost: common questions
Can I build an MVP for under $10,000?
Often yes. A single cross-platform app with a focused feature set and standard design can land in the $5,000–$10,000 range. The way to hit a lower number is to cut scope, not corners — we help you decide what belongs in v1.
How long does an MVP take to build?
Most MVPs ship in 4–10 weeks. We work in 2-week sprints with a demo at each checkpoint, so you see progress every fortnight and can stop after any sprint with no penalty.
What do I actually get for the price?
A working app on your chosen platform(s), the source code (you own 100% of it), a dedicated project manager, and 30–90 days of post-launch support. No hourly meter, no lock-in.
How do you quote the price?
We scope your exact features on a free call, then hand you one fixed price and timeline before any code is written. Use the calculator below for an instant planning-grade range.
Ready to turn this into a real plan?
Your first step is a free call. We scope your app, answer every question, and give you one fixed price and timeline — no obligation, no hourly billing, and you own the code.