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Free app cost calculator — estimate what your iOS/Android or cross-platform app will cost to build in India, by complexity, features and design. Instant ₹ range.
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|---|---|
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Free tool App Development Cost Calculator
Wondering how much it costs to build an app in India? Pick your app's complexity, platforms, features and design — get an instant, transparent ₹ estimate and timeline. No email required.
1 · How complex is the app?
Multiple flows, accounts, backend (e.g. a marketplace MVP)
2 · Which platforms?
One codebase for iOS + Android (React Native / Flutter)
3 · Features you need
4 · Design level
Estimated cost
₹4,94,063 – ₹7,26,563
Indicative range · timeline 7–12 weeks
Base ( Medium ) ₹4,00,000
Features ( 2 ) ₹65,000
Platform × 1
Design × 1.25
Get an exact quote This is a planning estimate, not a fixed quote. Real cost depends on your exact scope.
How app development cost is calculated
App cost isn't one number — it's the sum of a few decisions. This calculator uses the same factors WavX uses when scoping: the app's complexity sets a base, your feature list adds to it, building for both native platforms multiplies it, and design polish adds a final layer. The result is a realistic range, not a single figure, because real projects have real variance.
The biggest cost drivers
Features like payments, chat, maps and AI carry real engineering weight. So does choosing two separate native apps over a single cross-platform codebase. If budget is tight, the fastest way to lower cost is to ship a focused MVP first — the core workflow done well — and add the rest once you have real users. See our MVP development and app development pages for how we scope for cost.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to build an app in India?
Indicatively, a simple app starts around ₹1.5–3 lakh, a medium app (accounts, backend) ₹4–8 lakh, and a complex app (real-time, scale) ₹8–20 lakh+. The calculator above gives a range based on your complexity, platforms, features and design.
What makes an app more expensive?
The biggest cost drivers are complexity (number of flows), building for both native platforms vs cross-platform, and features like payments, chat, maps, admin panels and AI. Premium custom design also adds to the total.
Is cross-platform cheaper than native?
Usually, yes. One React Native or Flutter codebase serves both iOS and Android, so it's cheaper and faster than two separate native apps — the right default for most products and MVPs.
Is this calculator's estimate a fixed quote?
No — it's a realistic planning range so you can budget. Your exact cost depends on your precise scope. Share your requirements with WavX for a free, exact quote.