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How much does app development cost in Austria?
A small AppJoy MVP costs around €12,000 and takes 10 business days; the exact price depends on your project. For comparison, custom app development with an agency in Austria costs between €15,000 and €300,000+ depending on scope, according to 2026 agency price guides.
· By Tobias Wimmer, AppJoy
Market figures come from 2026 price guides published by agencies. They are not independent studies.
AppJoy pricing
| MVP (estimate) | around €12,000 | An estimate for a small MVP. The final price and timeline depend on your project and are agreed before work starts. |
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What an MVP of around €12,000 includes
This is an example of a small MVP. Every project is different, so you get a real price after we talk about your idea.
- One core use case, validated with real users.
- A cross-platform app for iOS and Android from one codebase.
- User accounts and a backend.
- The 3–5 features that matter most.
Things that usually raise the price:
- Additional user roles or an admin dashboard.
- Payments, subscriptions or other third-party integrations.
- Hardware or Bluetooth integration, real-time features.
- Compliance requirements or fully custom animations.
Market figures
Austria, 2026, excluding VAT
| MVP / simple app | €15,000 – €30,000 | 2–3 months |
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| Standard app | €30,000 – €70,000 | 3–6 months |
| Complex app | €70,000 – €150,000 | 6–12 months |
| Enterprise app | €150,000 – €300,000+ | 12–18+ months |
What drives the price
- Number of features and user roles: every extra role multiplies screens, permissions and testing.
- Cross-platform (one codebase for iOS and Android) versus two native apps: cross-platform is usually cheaper, because you build and test one app instead of two. Agency price guides estimate savings of 30–45%.
- Backend and integrations: payments, maps, Bluetooth devices, ERP or booking systems add the most uncertainty.
- Design depth: a clean design system is cheaper than fully custom animations and illustrations.
- Compliance: GDPR is standard, medical, financial or children's apps need extra work.
Costs after launch
Plan a yearly budget for hosting, OS updates, bug fixes and small improvements. Agency price guides recommend 15–20% of the build cost per year. An app that is not maintained can break with a new iOS or Android release.
Ways to lower the cost of your first version
- Start with an MVP that covers one core use case and learn from real users before building more.
- Use one cross-platform codebase unless you need platform-specific hardware features.
- Fix the scope in phases with a clear deliverable per phase instead of one large open-ended project.
- Pick a partner who shows you the current state of your app at any time. AppJoy clients get access to the AppJoy Platform for this.
Frequently asked questions
What does AppJoy charge for an app?
A small AppJoy MVP costs around €12,000 and takes about 10 business days. The exact price depends on your project, and for work beyond the MVP we give you an estimate based on your idea.
How much does a simple app cost in Austria?
According to 2026 agency price guides, a simple app or MVP costs €15,000 to €30,000 in Austria and €25,000 to €50,000 in Europe. A small AppJoy MVP costs around €12,000.
How long does it take to build an app?
A small AppJoy MVP takes about 10 business days. According to 2026 agency price guides, an MVP elsewhere takes 2 to 3 months, a standard app 3 to 6 months and a complex app 6 to 12 months.
Is a freelancer cheaper than an agency?
Hourly rates are lower, but the final bill is open-ended and you carry the project management, design and continuity risk yourself. A fixed price from one accountable provider moves that risk to the provider.
Do I need separate iOS and Android apps?
Usually not. A cross-platform framework such as Flutter delivers both apps from one codebase and fits most business apps.
What does app maintenance cost?
Plan a yearly budget for hosting, OS updates, bug fixes and small improvements. Agency price guides recommend 15–20% of the build cost per year. Ask your provider for a maintenance estimate before you launch.
Can I get a fixed price?
Yes. Scope and price are agreed before work starts. Start with a free consultation and AppJoy will give you an estimate based on your idea.
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