How much does it cost to build an app in the UK in 2026?
A basic MVP app in the UK starts at around £500 with Appin500. Most UK agencies quote between £5,000 and £50,000 or more for a comparable first version.
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A basic MVP app in the UK starts at around £500 with Appin500. Most UK agencies quote between £5,000 and £50,000 or more for a comparable first version.
A focused Starter app typically takes 7 to 14 days once scope is agreed. Larger builds take longer, and app store review can add 1 to 2 weeks.
No. £500 is the starting point for a tightly scoped MVP with one core function. We’ll tell you what fits, what needs a larger package and what can wait for a later phase.
The agreed deliverable is a functional first version, not only static screens. The exact platform, features, backend and handover are defined before work begins.
You receive the project source code after final payment. Any third-party components remain subject to their own licences, which are identified during handover.
Yes. We can quote separately for additional features, integrations and ongoing support as your product grows.
Starter projects target 7–14 days after scope approval and receipt of required content and access. Complex features and app store review can take longer. Your quote confirms the delivery plan.
You don’t need a perfect brief. Just tell us what you have in mind — we’ll help you find the right first step.