Key facts
| Neyven web app or PWA | Build ₹1.5L–3.5L (3–4 weeks) or Platform ₹3.5L–8L |
|---|---|
| Neyven native apps | Not our core. Quoted separately, case by case |
| Published MVP range | ₹15 lakh to ₹50 lakh, 2–3 months (Unico Connect; see sources) |
| Published growth-stage app | ₹50 lakh to ₹1.5 crore, 3–6 months (Unico Connect) |
| Yearly upkeep | 15–20% of build cost per year, per the same source |
How much does a mobile app cost in India?
Published ranges vary widely because "mobile app" covers everything from a simple content app to a marketplace with payments, tracking and an admin panel. Unico Connect, an Indian agency that publishes its estimates, gives these INR ranges in its 2026 mobile app cost guide:
| Tier | Range (INR) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| MVP | ₹15 lakh to ₹50 lakh | 2 to 3 months |
| Growth-stage app | ₹50 lakh to ₹1.5 crore | 3 to 6 months |
| Complex or enterprise | ₹1.5 crore and up | 6 to 12 months |
These are estimate ranges from one agency, not quotes, and they assume Flutter or React Native builds with authentication and a backend. Other agencies publish lower or higher figures, so treat any number as a starting point for a conversation.
What does Neyven do about mobile apps?
To be direct: Neyven's core is web apps and progressive web apps (PWAs). We build internal tools, client portals and workflow software that work well in a phone browser and can be added to the home screen. We are not a native-app studio.
If your project needs a native iOS or Android app, we will say so after a scoping call and quote it separately. Sometimes the right advice is to build the web version first and spend the native budget only after you see people using it.
For web apps, the bands are on the app development cost page: Build ₹1.5L–3.5L and Platform ₹3.5L–8L.
What drives mobile app cost?
- Platforms. Separate iOS and Android apps roughly double the front-end work, while Flutter or React Native can share one codebase.
- Features. Login, payments, push notifications, chat, maps and live tracking each add work. Unico Connect lists price ranges per feature.
- Backend. A custom server, database and admin panel are often the most expensive part.
- Design. Custom screens and animation cost more than standard components.
- Compliance and store rules. App-store review, privacy policies and payment rules add time.
- Maintenance. Operating system updates and fixes continue after launch.
When do you need a native app instead of a web app?
A web app or PWA is enough for most business software: dashboards, forms, approvals, order tracking, portals. You need a native app when the product depends on things a browser handles poorly.
| You need | Usually fits |
|---|---|
| Staff or customers entering data and tracking status | Web app or PWA |
| Fast launch and low cost | Web app or PWA |
| Continuous background location, Bluetooth devices, heavy offline use | Native or cross-platform app |
| A listing in the Play Store or App Store as part of your brand | Native or cross-platform app |
| Consumer app with high-frequency push engagement | Native or cross-platform app |
If you are unsure, start with the web app for your core workflow. MVP development cost in India explains how to keep a first version small.
How do you budget beyond the build?
Budget 15–20% of the build cost per year for upkeep, which is the rule of thumb in the Unico Connect guide. Add store fees, hosting, SMS, WhatsApp and payment charges paid to those providers, and your own time for reviews and decisions.
For web apps built by Neyven, the code, hosting and accounts are in your name, and there are no per-seat licence fees. You can use the cost estimator for a web app range, and the guide on choosing a software agency to compare quotes on a like-for-like basis.
See how we build for the delivery process, and the custom software company overview for what Neyven is.
Frequently asked questions
Do you build native iOS and Android apps?
Not as a core service. We quote them separately after a scoping call, and we will tell you if a web app would serve you better.
Can a PWA replace a mobile app?
For many business tools, yes. It installs from the browser, works on a phone and avoids store review. It has limits with some device features.
Why are Indian app quotes so different?
Scope, platforms, team seniority and what is included, such as design, testing and support, all differ. Compare written scopes, not totals.
Are the outside ranges your prices?
No. They are published estimates from Unico Connect, shown for context. Neyven's own prices are the web app bands above.
What should I do first?
Write down the three things the app must do. If they work in a browser, start there.