Mobile App Development Company
Your mobile app timeline should not depend on a 6-month hiring cycle. Scrums.com deploys dedicated iOS, Android, and cross-platform engineering teams in under 21 days, fully integrated with your tools and sprint cadence, with real-time delivery visibility from day one.
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When Mobile App Development Services Make Sense
It Makes Sense When:
- Your app timeline is blocked by hiring. Every month recruiting is a month your product does not ship. Our bench deploys in under 21 days with no recruitment overhead.
- You need mobile specialists that are hard to hire short-term. Swift, Kotlin, React Native, Flutter, mobile security, and App Store optimisation. Our specialist bench covers all mobile domains.
- You are building for a regulated industry. FinTech payment apps, Banking portals, Insurance claims tools. We build compliance in from sprint one, not reviewed at handoff.
- You need real-time delivery visibility, not status meetings. Our SEOP platform provides sprint metrics and risk alerts as a default, not a premium add-on.
- You want flexible capacity without lock-in. Add, reduce, or pause mobile engineering resource monthly without re-contracting.
Consider Alternatives When:
- You are still validating the product concept. Pre-product-market-fit discovery moves faster through lightweight prototyping than through a full engineering engagement. See our On-Demand Sprints for low-risk proof-of-concepts.
- The build is under $30K. Mobile app development engagements typically start at $50K+. A no-code or low-code tool may fit smaller, simpler scopes better.
- You need a single specialist, not a team. If you have an existing mobile team and need one specific skill gap filled, our Staff Augmentation model is a better fit than a full mobile development service.
What Our Mobile App Development Services Cover
Mobile app development services are dedicated external teams that design, build, and maintain iOS, Android, and cross-platform applications on your behalf, operating as a direct extension of your in-house capability. Scrums.com provides those teams through our SEOP platform with real-time delivery visibility, transparent usage-based pricing, and full integration with your existing tools and sprint cadence from day one.
iOS App Development
Native iOS apps built with Swift and SwiftUI. Your team gets access to the full iOS feature set: widgets, live activities, Face ID, Apple Pay, and the latest platform APIs. Optimised for App Store approval, performance, and compliance with Apple Human Interface Guidelines. Covered in detail on our iOS App Development service page.
Android App Development
Native Android apps built with Kotlin and Jetpack Compose. Reach billions of users across devices, screen sizes, and Android versions. Full access to Google Play services, Firebase integrations, and the Android hardware ecosystem. Covered in detail on our Android App Development service page.
Cross-Platform Development
Build once, deploy to both iOS and Android with React Native or Flutter. Faster time-to-market with a shared codebase, without sacrificing native performance for most use cases. The right choice for most B2B and SaaS mobile applications where 30 to 40 percent cost savings matter. Covered in detail on our Cross-Platform Development service page.
Enterprise Mobile Apps
Secure, scalable mobile applications for enterprises: SSO, role-based access control, system integrations, audit logging, and compliance support. Built for organisations with complex workflows, regulatory requirements, and high security standards. Dedicated engineering teams matched to your domain and seniority requirements.
Custom App Development
Bespoke mobile solutions for unique business requirements. Custom features, proprietary integrations, complex business logic, and workflows that off-the-shelf apps cannot accommodate. Fully owned code, no third-party dependencies, and architecture matched to your roadmap. See our Product Development as a Service model for fixed-scope builds.
Mobile App Maintenance and Support
Ongoing support for mobile apps after launch. OS compatibility updates, security patches, performance monitoring, bug fixes, and feature enhancements. Monthly plans with no lock-in and proactive monitoring through the Scrums.com platform. Covered in our Software Maintenance and Support service.
Why CTOs and Engineering Leaders Choose Scrums.com
Most mobile app development companies keep you in the dark: weekly reports, fixed retainers, and lock-in contracts. Scrums.com is built differently. Our platform gives engineering leaders full visibility, our pricing is usage-based, and contracts are month-to-month after the initial quarter.
Real-Time Visibility Into Every Sprint
Every mobile app engagement runs through the Scrums.com Software Engineering Orchestration Platform (SEOP). Your CTO or engineering manager gets direct access to sprint progress, developer output, time tracking, and project documentation, without waiting for a weekly status call.
For FinTech and Banking teams where delivery auditability matters, this is not a nice-to-have: every sprint, commit, and delivery milestone is logged and accessible in real time through the platform.
Transparent, Usage-Based Pricing
You pay only for the developers, designers, and QA specialists you use each month. No retainers on idle resources, no hidden fees, no surprise invoices at the end of a sprint. Scale your team up for a major release and down between milestones without penalty.
Our nearshore South African engineering team delivers the same quality as US-based agencies at 50 to 60 percent of the cost. Transparent rate cards, visible time tracking, and no markup on third-party tooling.
No Vendor Lock-In
After your initial engagement quarter, your contract is month-to-month. You own 100 percent of the code, designs, and intellectual property we produce. If we are not delivering the results you need, you leave. No exit fees, no data ransom, no contractual obligation holding you back.
This model works because we earn your business every month through engineering output and quality, not through switching costs or 12-month contracts.
How We Build Mobile Apps
Four phases. First sprint in under 21 days.
1. Discovery and Planning (Week 1 to 2)
- Stakeholder interviews with your product, engineering, and design teams to map goals, constraints, and technical requirements
- Platform decision: native iOS, native Android, cross-platform (React Native or Flutter), or both
- Engagement design: Dedicated Team, Product Development as a Service, or Staff Augmentation, matched to your timeline and budget
- Team composition confirmed: stack fit, domain expertise, seniority ratio
Deliverable: Technical specification, sprint roadmap, and named team deployment schedule.
2. Team Deployment and Design (Week 2 to 3)
- Senior mobile leads embedded in your standups, code reviews, and sprint planning from day one
- SEOP platform setup connecting Jira, GitHub or GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, and Slack
- UX and UI design sprint: wireframes, user flows, high-fidelity mockups, and design system
- Compliance scaffolding for PCI DSS, GDPR, POPIA, HIPAA where applicable
Deliverable: Team operational, full visibility live in SEOP, complete app designs ready for development.
3. Development and QA (Ongoing Sprints)
- Two-week agile sprints with shared backlog ownership, automated CI/CD, and end-of-sprint demos
- iOS or Android development alongside backend API development tracked in real time through the platform
- QA testing on real devices: functional, performance, security, and regression testing every sprint
- Real-time risk detection via SEOP, surfacing blockers before they hit sprint deadlines
Deliverable: Working app builds delivered every two weeks. Compliance evidence automated and audit-ready.
4. App Store Launch and Support
- iOS App Store and Google Play Store submission, review management, and approval
- App Store Optimisation (ASO) for title, screenshots, description, and keyword metadata
- Post-launch monitoring: crash reporting, performance tracking, and user feedback triage
- Ongoing maintenance for OS updates, security patches, and feature enhancements
Deliverable: Live apps in both stores. Maintained, updated mobile application from launch onward.
Ready to Build Your Mobile App?
Partner with a mobile app development company that deploys in under 21 days, gives you real-time sprint visibility through SEOP, and charges only for what you use. No lock-ins, no bench-warming fees, no black-box delivery.
Technologies We Work With
Our mobile engineers work across native and cross-platform stacks. We adapt to your existing tools and infrastructure. Stack changes are only recommended when they materially improve delivery outcomes, not because a new framework is trending.
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Mobile App Development Cost and Pricing
What Drives the Cost
Mobile app development pricing varies based on platform choice, feature complexity, team composition, and compliance requirements. The variables that move the number most:
- Platform choice. Native iOS and Android requires two separate codebases. Cross-platform development with React Native or Flutter reduces cost by 30 to 40 percent at a minor trade-off on cutting-edge platform APIs.
- Feature complexity. Payment integrations, real-time sync, AI and machine learning features, biometric authentication, and third-party APIs add scope and seniority requirements.
- UX and UI design. Custom animations, complex interactions, and design systems add to the overall timeline. Apps with a strong design requirement need a dedicated mobile designer from sprint one.
- Backend infrastructure. API development, database architecture, and cloud hosting are scoped separately from the mobile build and add to total cost.
- Compliance scope. PCI DSS for FinTech payment apps, HIPAA for healthcare, GDPR and POPIA for data-handling apps add security engineering and audit work to every sprint.
- Geography of the delivery team. US and UK agencies typically charge $150 to $250 per hour. Our African engineering bench delivers at 40 to 60 percent lower cost across our client engagements, without quality compromise.
Useful Starting Ranges
These are not commitments. They give you a realistic frame for planning:
- Simple MVP (single platform, 3 to 4 months): $50K to $120K total.
- Full-featured app (both platforms, 6 to 9 months): $150K to $300K total.
- Enterprise mobile application (complex integrations, compliance, 9 to 12 months): $300K to $600K+ total.
- Ongoing mobile maintenance retainer: $2K to $15K per month depending on coverage.
Where the Savings Come From
Permanent African engineering talent combined with AI-augmented delivery produces mobile applications at 40 to 60 percent lower cost than US and UK agencies, without compromising seniority, App Store quality standards, or delivery predictability. Usage-based pricing, no retainers on idle resources, no lock-ins.
View our pricing models or request a custom quote for your specific platform and scope.
Mobile App Development for Your Industry
We build mobile applications for regulated industries where compliance, security, and delivery predictability are non-negotiable. Domain experience compounds: mobile engineers who have shipped FinTech payment apps do not need months of regulatory discovery on your engagement.
Fintech
Banking & Financial Services
Logistics & Supply Chain
Technology & SaaS
Telecommunications
Insurance
Retail & Ecommerce
Healthcare & Telemedecine
We Build 250+ Types of Mobile Apps
From e-commerce and fintech to healthcare and logistics, we build mobile apps for every use case. Browse by category to see examples.
Mobile App Development Success Stories
Mobile App Development FAQs
How much does it cost to build a mobile app?
Mobile app development typically costs between $50,000 for a focused MVP and $300,000 or more for a complex enterprise application. Key cost drivers include platform choice (native iOS and Android costs more than cross-platform), feature complexity, design requirements, and backend infrastructure. At Scrums.com, we use transparent usage-based pricing so you pay only for the resources you actually use each month.
How long does it take to develop a mobile app?
A well-scoped MVP takes 3 to 4 months from discovery to App Store launch. A full-featured application with multiple user roles, backend integrations, and custom design typically takes 6 to 9 months. Complex enterprise applications can take 9 to 12 months or longer. We work in two-week sprints so you see working builds continuously rather than only at project end.
What is the difference between native and cross-platform development?
Native development uses platform-specific languages: Swift and SwiftUI for iOS, Kotlin and Jetpack Compose for Android. It delivers the best performance and access to the latest platform features, but requires two separate codebases. Cross-platform development using React Native or Flutter uses a single codebase for both platforms, reducing cost and time by 30 to 40 percent with minor trade-offs on performance.
Should we build for iOS or Android first?
If your target market is the US or Western Europe, or revenue per user is a priority, start with iOS. For global reach or emerging markets, Android has broader reach. If budget allows, cross-platform development with React Native or Flutter lets you launch on both platforms simultaneously at lower overall cost.
Do you offer ongoing mobile app maintenance after launch?
Yes. Mobile apps require continuous maintenance for OS updates, security patches, bug fixes, and feature enhancements. We offer monthly maintenance plans starting from $2,000 per month, with proactive monitoring, fast response times, and no lock-in contracts.
Who owns the code and intellectual property?
You do, 100 percent. All code, designs, assets, and intellectual property we produce for your mobile application are yours from day one. No licensing restrictions, no proprietary frameworks, and no data lock-in.
Can you take over an existing mobile app project?
Yes. We can pick up incomplete projects, maintain apps built by other teams, and modernize legacy mobile applications. We audit your current codebase, identify risks and technical debt, and build a plan for completion or modernization.
