How Much Does It Cost to Build an App?
"How much does it cost to build an app?" is the first question every business owner asks — and the answers online are all over the map, from $10,000 to $250,000. The honest answer is: it depends on features, screens, and who builds it.
This calculator gives you a realistic range for what a freelancer or agency would quote for your app, based on the features you actually need. Then it shows you the number that matters most: what the same thing costs if you build it yourself with AI — which, with Appy Club, is $0 to build and go live.
$11,500–$20,500
Agency quote
typical range
$7,000–$12,000
Freelancer
typical range
With Appy Club
Build it yourself, live today
$0
Frequently asked
How much does it cost to build an app in 2026?
A custom app from an agency typically runs $15,000–$150,000+ depending on complexity; a freelancer $5,000–$40,000. AI app builders like Appy Club let you build and launch the same core app yourself for free, paying only if you add a custom domain or premium features.
Why is the range so wide?
Cost scales with the number of screens, whether you need user accounts, payments, and a database, and who builds it. A simple booking site is far cheaper than a two-sided marketplace.
Can I really build an app for free?
Yes — with Appy Club you describe your app in plain English and it's built and live on an appy.club link for free. You only pay for optional extras like your own custom domain.
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