What software, apps, and websites really cost
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Cost guides
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Each guide shows typical ranges, a breakdown table, what is included, what changes the price, a timeline, and a worked example.
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- How Much Does an AI Chatbot Cost to Build?What an AI chatbot costs in 2026: ready-made versus custom builds, price ranges, running costs, and what drives the price up or down.
- The Hidden Costs of Owning an App: Hosting, Updates and SupportBuilding an app is only the start. See what it costs to run and maintain one: hosting, updates, security, support, store fees and how to budget for them.
- How Much Does Business Process Automation Cost?What business process automation costs in 2026: tools, setup, custom builds and running costs, with example prices and how to estimate your return.
- How much does a mobile app cost?Most business apps cost $20,000 to $35,000, with accounts, notifications, and payments. A first version to test an idea can start from $10,000, and apps with marketplaces, offline use, or heavy integrations cost more. This guide explains what drives the price.
- How much does a website cost?Most business websites cost $3,000 to $7,000, and a landing page starts from $2,000. Web apps with accounts and payments cost more. This guide explains the ranges, what each includes, the factors behind them, and the costs people forget.
- How much does AI integration cost?Most business AI projects cost $4,000 to $18,000, and larger agents and platforms cost more. This guide shows typical prices by type, what each one includes, the monthly usage costs most people miss, and how to start small with one measured use case before you spend more.
- How much does an ecommerce store cost to build?Most online stores cost $2,500 to $15,000, and marketplaces start from $20,000. This guide compares platforms, breaks down the cost, and shows the monthly fees most store owners forget.
- How much does API and systems integration cost?Most integrations cost $1,500 to $12,000, and a full integration platform costs more. This guide shows typical prices, explains why some connections cost much more than others, and covers running costs.
- How much does custom software cost?Most custom software projects cost $25,000 to $80,000, and a focused internal tool can start from $15,000. This guide shows typical ranges by type of system, what each includes, what drives the price, and how to keep the first version affordable.
- How much does it cost to build an MVP?Most MVPs cost $6,000 to $20,000 and take two to four weeks. A clickable prototype costs less; a subscription product with billing costs more. This guide shows the ranges, what belongs in a first version, and what to leave for later.
- How much does web app development cost?Most web apps cost $5,000 to $25,000, and advanced products with many roles, integrations, or billing cost more. This guide breaks the price down by type of app, shows what is included, and explains the features that move the number most.
How pricing works
- App and software maintenance cost after launchMaintaining software after launch usually costs 15 to 25 percent of the build cost each year. Our care plans run from $100 a month for websites to $3,000 for business-critical products. This guide explains what maintenance covers and how to budget for it.
- Fixed price vs time and materials vs dedicated team: how pricing worksSoftware projects are priced in three main ways. A fixed price suits a clear scope, time and materials suits changing work, and a dedicated team suits a product that grows every month. This guide compares them and shows what each costs.
- Hourly rates and dedicated team costMost of our work is quoted as a fixed price. For change requests and time-and-materials work we use three simple hourly rates, from $25 to $80 an hour. A dedicated team costs from $6,000 a month for one engineer to $55,000 or more for a full squad. This guide explains both.
- How we price projectsWe price every project in writing after a short call, with a plan, a fixed quote, and a timeline. This page shows the typical range for each of our fifteen services and explains what moves a price up or down.
- Outsourcing Software Development: Real Costs vs Hiring In-HouseCompare the real cost of outsourcing software development with hiring in-house: salaries, rates by region, hidden costs, quality risks and when each wins.
- How to Get an Accurate Software Quote (and What to Prepare)Get a software quote you can trust. Learn what to prepare, what to ask, how to compare quotes fairly and which details make estimates accurate.
Cost by industry
- How much does fintech app development cost?Fintech software usually costs between $24,000 and $96,000. Payment tools sit at the low end, consumer money apps at the high end. Identity checks, bank connections, ledger accuracy, and security audits add costs no other industry carries in the same way.
- How much does healthcare software development cost?Healthcare software usually costs between $12,000 and $72,000. Patient booking sits at the low end and telehealth apps at the high end. Privacy rules, records integration, and audit trails add cost that other industries do not carry. This guide explains where the money goes.
- How much does logistics software development cost?Logistics software usually costs between $12,000 and $80,000. A customer tracking portal sits at the low end, and a full dispatch and tracking platform sits at the high end. Live location, offline driver apps, and connections to carriers and warehouses drive the price.
- How much does real estate software development cost?Real estate software usually costs between $6,000 and $48,000. An agency website with live listings sits at the low end; a property management portal for owners, tenants, and staff sits at the high end. Listing feeds, payments, and multi-property permissions drive the price.
- How much does retail software development cost?Retail software for businesses with physical shops usually costs between $6,000 and $64,000. Connecting an online store to your tills sits at the low end, and an inventory and product data platform across many locations sits at the high end. Stock accuracy across channels drives most of the price.
Cost questions
The cost questions we hear most
How much does custom software cost?
Most custom software we build costs $25,000 to $80,000. A focused internal tool can start from $15,000; enterprise systems and modernization start from $100,000 and are delivered in stages.
How much does a website cost?
Most business websites cost $3,000 to $7,000, and a landing page starts from $2,000. A larger content site costs $5,000 to $10,000. Most web apps cost $5,000 to $25,000; advanced web apps with many roles and integrations cost more.
How much does a mobile app cost?
Most business apps cost $20,000 to $35,000. A first version to test an idea can start from $10,000, and marketplace apps cost $30,000 to $50,000.
Why do quotes for the same project vary so much?
Usually because they cover different work. Check that every quote includes design, testing, data migration, launch, and support before you compare totals.
Do you charge fixed prices or by the hour?
Defined projects get a fixed price in writing. Open-ended work, such as ongoing improvements or a dedicated team, is billed monthly at rates agreed before it starts.
How do invoices and payments work?
The payment schedule is set out in your written quote before any work starts, so you know what is due and when. For a question about an invoice or a payment, email billing@dechytech.com.
What does software cost to run after launch?
Plan for hosting, updates, and improvements. Our care plans start from $100 a month for websites and $350 a month for apps in daily use.
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