iOS, Android & Cross-Platform App Developers
Mobile App Development in Fort Lauderdale
- A clear quote after a free consultation
- You own the code and the app store accounts
- Local team on Eastern Time
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- You own the code
- Prices published up front
- iOS, Android & cross-platform
- Based in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale's Mobile App Development Company
We're app developers in Fort Lauderdale. We design and build apps for iPhone, iPad and Android, and we build cross-platform apps that run on both from one codebase. We help startup founders turn an idea into a first version. We help local businesses build booking, ordering and loyalty apps. And we help larger companies build apps for their teams.
Every project starts with a free talk about your idea. We ask who the app is for, what it needs to do on day one and what can wait. Then you get a written scope and a quote based on what the app really needs. No guessing, and no surprise invoices later.
When your app is done, you own it. The code, the designs, and the App Store and Google Play accounts are all in your name. Call (954) 751-4998 or send us a short note to get started.
A Local App Studio, Not a Call Center Overseas
Search for app developers in Fort Lauderdale and most of the results aren't from here. They're pages from firms in other states or other countries, with our city's name dropped into a template. You'd be working across time zones with people who have never been to Broward.
We're based in Fort Lauderdale and we work on Eastern Time. When you call, you talk to people who build apps. We explain things in plain English, and we tell you when a feature will cost more than it's worth. If you'd like to meet face to face, we can meet anywhere in Broward.
We also put our prices on this page. Most app companies won't. We think you should know the likely cost before you spend an hour on a sales call. More about us
Our Mobile App Development Services
iOS App Development
Native iPhone and iPad apps built in Swift and SwiftUI. We handle the Apple developer setup, TestFlight betas and App Store review. iPhone app development
Android App Development
Native Android apps built in Kotlin and tested across phones and screen sizes, then launched on Google Play. Android app developers
Cross-Platform App Development
One codebase for iPhone and Android, built in Flutter or React Native. It's often the fastest way to launch on both stores. Flutter and React Native apps
MVP & Startup App Development
A lean first version with only the must-have features, so you can test your idea with real users before you spend more. Startup MVP development
UI/UX Mobile App Design
Wireframes, a clickable prototype and a polished design you can hand to any developer. You get the Figma files. Mobile app design
Not Sure Which Platform?
Tell us about your users and your budget. We'll tell you whether native or cross-platform makes more sense.
How Much Does It Cost to Build an App in Fort Lauderdale?
Most apps we build cost between $15,000 and $50,000. A clickable prototype can cost less. A large platform with many user types can cost more. What you pay depends on five things:
- Features. Every screen, type of user and business rule adds build time.
- Platforms. iPhone only, Android only, both, or a web version too.
- Backend. Databases, admin tools, APIs and links to systems you already use.
- Payments. Checkout, subscriptions, deposits and refunds.
- Advanced tools. AI, maps, real-time chat and automation all add cost.
Here are our starting ranges by type of app.
| What you're building | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Design + clickable prototype (test the idea first) | $9.5k – $15k |
| Simple app (checklist, reminders, a small internal tool) | $9.5k – $15k |
| First version of a startup app (core flow, accounts, a few features) | $15k – $30k |
| Booking app (scheduling, customer accounts, deposits) | $15k – $35k |
| Business app with payments, dashboards or integrations | $20k – $50k |
| Marketplace app (buyers, sellers, listings, payments, messaging) | $18k – $60k+ |
| Delivery or GPS app (ordering, driver tracking, notifications) | $25k – $75k+ |
| Healthcare or finance app (sensitive data, compliance) | $40k – $100k+ |
| Large custom platform (many user roles, real-time, AI) | $50k+ |
Starting ranges for planning, not quotes. Your price depends on your features, design, backend, platforms and timeline.
Where does the money go? On a typical project, planning takes 5% to 15% of the budget. Design takes 15% to 25%. Building the app takes 45% to 65%, and testing and launch take 10% to 20%.
Want a number for your app? Book a free consultation and we'll give you a written quote.
How We Build Your App
Free Consultation and Scope
We talk through your idea, your users and your budget. We'll sign an NDA first if you want one. Then you get a written scope and a quote.
UX/UI Design and Prototype
We map the screens, then design them. You tap through a clickable prototype before we write any code, so changes are cheap.
Build in Short Rounds
We build the app in short rounds and show you working screens along the way. You see progress, not just status emails.
Test and Launch
We test on real iPhones and Android phones. Then we submit to the App Store and Google Play and deal with any review feedback.
Care After Launch
Apple and Google release new versions every year. We fix bugs, keep your app current and add features when you're ready.
Apps for Fort Lauderdale Businesses
Startups & Founders
You have an idea and a budget. We help you cut it down to a first version you can launch, test and pitch.
Marine & Yachting
Fort Lauderdale runs on boats. Think apps for charter bookings, service scheduling, crew tools and marina check-ins.
Hospitality & Tourism
Hotels, tour operators and event venues use apps for bookings, guest requests, mobile ordering and loyalty rewards.
Real Estate
Property search, showing requests, tenant portals and maintenance requests for agents, brokers and property managers.
Healthcare
Patient booking, reminders and secure messaging. We plan for HIPAA from the first meeting, not after the build.
Restaurants & Retail
Online ordering, loyalty points and push offers that bring customers back without paying delivery app fees.
App Development Across Broward County & South Florida
We build apps for businesses all over Broward County. That includes Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Miramar and Coral Springs, plus Pompano Beach, Davie and Plantation. We also work with clients just north of the county line in Boca Raton and just south in Aventura and Miami Gardens.
Most of our work happens over video calls and shared screens, so where you are doesn't slow anything down. But if you're in Broward and want to meet in person, we're a short drive away.
Why Businesses Choose Us
You Own Everything
The code, the designs and the App Store and Google Play accounts belong to you. If you ever want to switch developers, you can take it all with you.
Published Prices and a Written Scope
You see typical costs before we talk. After the consultation, you get a written scope, so you know what's in and what isn't.
One Team From Idea to Launch
Design, building, testing and store submission all happen with one team. You don't have to manage three vendors.
Help After Launch
We don't disappear when the app goes live. We handle bug fixes, OS updates and new features as your app grows.
Mobile App Development Questions
How much does it cost to pay someone to build a mobile app?
Most apps we build cost $15,000 to $50,000. A clickable prototype starts around $9,500. A large platform with many user types, real-time tools or AI starts at $50,000 and can go well past that. The biggest cost drivers are features, platforms, backend work and payments.
How long does it take to build an app?
It depends on the size of the app. A prototype is much faster than a full platform. After the free consultation, your written scope includes a timeline for your project.
Should I build for iPhone, Android or both?
If your users are mostly on one platform, start there to save money. If you need both, a cross-platform app built in Flutter or React Native covers both stores with one codebase.
How do I hire a mobile app developer?
Look at their process, ask who owns the code, and get a written scope before you sign. A good developer tells you what to leave out of your first version, not just what to add.
Who owns the code when the app is finished?
You do. We put the code, the design files and the App Store and Google Play accounts in your name.
Will you sign an NDA before I share my idea?
Yes. Many founders worry that someone will copy their idea. We'll sign a non-disclosure agreement before you tell us the details, and your idea stays between us whether you hire us or not.
Do I need an app for both phones and a website?
Not always. Many first versions launch as a phone app only. If your customers also need to log in from a computer, we can add a web app or an admin dashboard that shares the same backend.