What decides the price
| Factor | Keeps the cost lower | Pushes the cost higher |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | One platform, or one cross-platform codebase | Two separate native apps |
| Features | A few core screens | Many roles, workflows and screens |
| Back end | Simple storage and sign-in | Custom APIs, real-time features, heavy data |
| Admin panel | None, or minimal | A full panel for staff, content and reports |
| Design | Standard components | Custom animation and a full design system |
| Integrations | Few | Payments, maps, chat, WhatsApp, devices, third-party APIs |
| Offline use | Needs a connection | Works offline and syncs later |
| Store release | Standard | Multiple apps, stages or regions |
Cross-platform or native?
- Flutter suits apps with a lot of custom design and one codebase for both platforms
- React Native suits teams that already work in React
- Native Swift and Kotlin suit apps that depend on platform-specific features or the highest performance
Most business apps do well on a cross-platform approach. We explain the trade-off for your app before you commit.
How teams charge
- Fixed scope: a clear scope, timeline and price for a defined release
- Hourly: for fixes, audits and short tasks
- Dedicated team: engineers working inside your tools by the month, for work that changes as you learn
Costs people forget
- App Store and Google Play developer accounts
- Hosting and the back end after launch
- Updates for new iOS and Android versions
- Crash fixes and small features
- Push notification and messaging services
Ask every vendor to quote the back end, the admin panel and a year of updates, so the quotes cover the same thing.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start with a smaller version?
Yes. A small, fixed-scope first release is often the best way to learn what users want.
Who owns the app?
You do. At MOUNTSMY the code and the store accounts are yours.
Do you build the back end too?
Yes. The app, the API and the admin panel are built by one team so they fit together.
How do I get a quote?
Book a free 30-minute call. We follow with a written plan and quote, and nothing starts before you approve it.