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It's the first question almost every business asks, and the honest answer is: it depends. But that doesn't mean you can't plan. Understanding what drives cost helps you set a realistic budget and have a more productive conversation with any development partner.
Typical ranges
- Business websites: £2,000 – £4,000
- Web applications and portals: £4,000 – £10,000
- Mobile applications: £5,000 – £15,000
- CRM and business systems: £7,000 – £25,000
- SaaS platforms: £10,000 – £35,000
- Enterprise platforms: £20,000 – £50,000+
What drives the cost
The biggest factors are the number of user types and workflows, how much business logic is involved, the integrations required and the depth of design. Migrating data from older systems and meeting specific security requirements also add effort.
How to keep costs under control
- Start with the smallest version that delivers real value
- Prioritise ruthlessly and keep a 'later' list
- Reuse existing tools where they already work well
- Invest in discovery so you build the right thing first time
The most expensive software is the software that solves the wrong problem.
A good partner will help you phase the work so that you see value early and make informed decisions about what comes next.