How much does it cost to build an app?

It is the most common question we receive, and the honest answer is: it depends on your goals.

At Apptaura, we believe in transparency, not guesswork. We cut the bull.

The price of mobile app development varies significantly between a simple MVP designed to test a concept and a fully integrated enterprise solution. Whether you are looking for a native iOS app, an Android build, or a web app available across any device through a browser, the cost is driven by features, complexity, and design polish.

To give you a realistic baseline before you calculate your specific project, we have outlined three typical budget tiers below.

Option A

The Essential MVP

Approx.
£10,000

Perfect for startups needing to validate an idea quickly and securely.

  • Core Functionality: A robust, native app (iOS or Android).
  • User Security: Secure sign-in and user profile.
  • Key Feature: One primary function to solve a specific user problem.
  • Design: Clean, functional standard UI components.
  • Ideal for: Market validation and initial investor demos.
Option B

The Growth Product

Approx.
£20,000

Designed to drive user engagement and scale your audience.

Includes everything in the MVP, plus:

  • Engagement Tools: Push notifications to keep users coming back.
  • Location Intelligence: Geo-fencing for location-based offers or activity.
  • Social Features: Activity feeds or in-app sharing capabilities.
  • Ideal for: Growing businesses focused on user retention.
Option C

The Enterprise Ecosystem

Approx.
£50,000+

A fully bespoke, high-performance solution for complex business needs.

Includes option A & B features, plus:

  • Advanced Integrations: Seamless connection with 3rd party software (CRMs, payment gateways, or legacy systems).
  • Hardware Connectivity: Bluetooth/IoT integration for external devices.
  • Scalable Backend: A custom CMS and admin panel for total content control.
  • Ideal for: Established organisations requiring deep system integration.