App Development Timelines

How long does it really take to build your app? Week-by-week breakdowns for every type of product — with real comparisons between agencies, freelancers, and in-house teams.

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MVP

From idea to launch: real timelines for every type of MVP.

Our time: 21 days
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Marketplace App

Two-sided marketplace timelines — from MVP to full platform.

Our time: 3–5 weeks
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Mobile App

iOS, Android, and React Native development timelines for every complexity level.

Our time: 3–4 weeks
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SaaS Application

Real development timelines for B2B and B2C SaaS applications.

Our time: 3–5 weeks
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E-commerce Website

Custom e-commerce vs Shopify — real timelines for every online store type.

Our time: 2–4 weeks
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Social App

From feed and profiles to real-time messaging — social app development timelines.

Our time: 4–6 weeks
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AI App

LLM integration, RAG, and streaming — AI product development timelines.

Our time: 2–3 weeks
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Fintech App

Payments, KYC, compliance, and financial integrations — fintech development timelines.

Our time: 4–8 weeks
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Dating App

Swipe matching, profiles, real-time chat, and subscriptions — dating app timelines.

Our time: 3–5 weeks
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Food Delivery App

Customer app, driver app, restaurant dashboard — food delivery development timelines.

Our time: 4–6 weeks
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HealthTech App

Telehealth, patient portals, and HIPAA-compliant apps — realistic timelines.

Our time: 4–6 weeks
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Booking Platform

Appointment scheduling, availability management, and payment collection — booking app timelines.

Our time: 2–3 weeks
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E-Learning Platform

Course delivery, video hosting, progress tracking, and certificates — edtech timelines.

Our time: 3–5 weeks
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Subscription App

In-app subscriptions, paywalls, trials, and analytics — subscription app timelines.

Our time: 2–3 weeks
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B2B SaaS Tool

Multi-tenant architecture, team management, and per-seat billing — B2B SaaS timelines.

Our time: 3–5 weeks
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Community Platform

Memberships, discussions, events, and monetization — community platform timelines.

Our time: 3–4 weeks
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HR SaaS Tool

Employee management, leave tracking, and onboarding — HR software timelines.

Our time: 4–6 weeks

Crypto & Web3 App

Wallet connect, token dashboards, on-ramp, and DeFi — Web3 development timelines.

Our time: 4–6 weeks
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Hotel Booking App

Direct booking engines, guest apps, and property management — hospitality development timelines.

Our time: 4–5 weeks
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Fitness App

Workout apps, AI coaching, and subscriptions — fitness development timelines.

Our time: 3–4 weeks
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Real Estate App

Property listings, map search, and agent tools — proptech timelines.

Our time: 3–4 weeks
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Personal Trainer App

Coaching platforms, client apps, and session booking — trainer app timelines.

Our time: 3–4 weeks
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Mobile App

iOS and Android development timelines — agency vs freelancer vs in-house.

Our time: 21 days
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Grocery Delivery

Instacart-style apps — from single-store MVP to multi-store platform.

Our time: 4–6 weeks
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Job Board

Niche job platforms — faster than you think with the right scope.

Our time: 3–5 weeks
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Creator Platform

Patreon-style platforms — subscription, content, and creator payouts.

Our time: 4–6 weeks