Does this cover both iOS and Android?

Yes. We use cross-platform frameworks like React Native or Flutter, so both platforms are included in the same hour estimate.

What about app store fees?

Apple charges $99/year and Google charges $25 one-time for developer accounts. These are paid directly to the stores and are not included in our pricing.

Can I add in-app purchases later?

Absolutely. The architecture supports extension, so monetization features like subscriptions or one-time purchases can be added in a follow-up phase.

How do payments work for mobile projects?

Identical to all Bookuvai projects — milestone-based escrow. Funds release only after you approve each deliverable.

How Much Does a Mobile App Cost to Build?

Cross-platform mobile apps with native performance, push notifications, and offline support — delivered in weeks, not months.

Project type: Mobile App

Feature Breakdown

Feature	Hours	Description
User Authentication & Profiles	12	Social login, email/password auth, and editable user profiles with avatar uploads.
Core App Screens & Navigation	22	Tab-based or drawer navigation with smooth transitions and platform-native gestures.
Push Notifications	10	Firebase-powered push notifications with segmentation and in-app notification center.
Offline Mode & Data Sync	14	Local caching, background sync, and conflict resolution for spotty connectivity.
API Integration Layer	12	Typed API client connecting to your backend with retry logic and token refresh.
App Store Deployment	8	Build configuration, store listing assets, and submission to Apple App Store and Google Play.
Analytics & Crash Reporting	8	Event tracking, session analytics, and automated crash reports via Sentry or Crashlytics.
UI Polish & Animations	14	Micro-interactions, skeleton loaders, haptic feedback, and platform-specific design refinements.

Total estimated hours: 100

Pricing Tiers

AI PM: $2/hr — Total: $200
- AI-managed project execution
- Automated milestone tracking
- Daily progress reports
- Quality assurance checks
Live PM: $3/hr — Total: $300
- Dedicated human project manager
- Weekly strategy calls
- Priority support channel
- Device testing coordination
- Store submission support
Live PM + Dev: $5/hr — Total: $500
- Dedicated PM and senior developer
- Real-time pair programming sessions
- Code review on every pull request
- Performance profiling on real devices
- Post-launch support included

Agency Comparison

Approach	Typical Cost	Typical Timeline	Bookuvai Cost	Bookuvai Timeline
Traditional Agency	$25,000 – $80,000	3 – 6 months	$200 – $500	3 – 4 weeks
Freelancer	$8,000 – $25,000	2 – 4 months	$200 – $500	3 – 4 weeks
In-House Team	$50,000 – $150,000	2 – 5 months	$200 – $500	3 – 4 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this cover both iOS and Android?: Yes. We use cross-platform frameworks like React Native or Flutter, so both platforms are included in the same hour estimate.
What about app store fees?: Apple charges $99/year and Google charges $25 one-time for developer accounts. These are paid directly to the stores and are not included in our pricing.
Can I add in-app purchases later?: Absolutely. The architecture supports extension, so monetization features like subscriptions or one-time purchases can be added in a follow-up phase.
How do payments work for mobile projects?: Identical to all Bookuvai projects — milestone-based escrow. Funds release only after you approve each deliverable.