Software development & AI project pricing · fixed-cost engagements

We don't sell hours. We sell working software.

Fixed price, fixed scope, fixed timeline. No retainers. No ambiguous invoices. You know the number before we start.

  • 14-day zero-obligation period
  • Pay by milestone
  • Prototype first

Minimum Viable Product

A working app with 1-2 core features. Enough to test with early users, raise a round, or validate the idea before you invest more.

  • Mobile app and/or web app, AI development
  • Clearly defined project scope and timeline
  • 1-2 core features
  • Simple design
  • Turnaround time: 1-2 months (6-8 weeks)

Full-Featured Product

A market-ready product with multiple features, custom design, and third-party integrations. Built to launch and scale.

  • iOS, Android app, and web app, AI development
  • Flexible scope as requirements evolve
  • Multiple core features
  • Custom design
  • 3rd party integrations
  • Turnaround time: 3-5 months (10-16 weeks)

Advanced Tech Product

Complex products that need advanced AI, AR/VR, or multi-platform architecture. Scope and price depend on what you're solving.

  • Multi-platform apps, AI development
  • Highly complex business requirements or problem-solving
  • Custom designs with engaging animations
  • AR, VR, AI, or anything in deep tech

What clients say

Rated 4.9 on Clutch. Here's what clients actually said.

Three-year average engagement. Founders and operators describing the work in their own words. No marketing varnish.

Niccolo Pescetelli
Niccolo Pescetelli
Co-founder & Director, PSi

Working with RaftLabs felt like having an extension of our own team. They're extremely nimble and responsive, adapting quickly to changing startup needs. I highly recommend them, especially for small and mid-sized companies.

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Why clients pick us over cheaper options.

No hourly guesswork. No hidden fees. No vanishing when things get hard.

  1. 01

    Only what you need

    Every feature ties to a specific business goal. You get what you need to launch. Not a bloated spec that takes twice as long and ships half-baked.

  2. 02

    We show up

    Production fire at 11pm? We're there. We take ownership, fix fast, and keep your business running when it matters. No hiding behind tickets.

  3. 03

    Expert, not yes-men

    If the idea won't work, we say so before a line of code is written. Honest advice saves you more than a team that nods along.

Common questions

Our typical development timeframe for a web or mobile app is:

  • Minimum Viable Product (MVP): 6–8 weeks, focusing on 1–2 core features for rapid launch.
  • Full-Featured Product: 10–16 weeks, including design, development, testing, and third-party integrations for iOS, Android, and web apps.
  • Advanced Tech Product: Timelines vary based on the scope and complexity of advanced technologies like AI, AR/VR, or next-gen platforms.

The exact timeline may vary depending on the complexity and scope of your project.

We use a transparent cost estimation model tailored to your project's needs. Costs are based on the complexity, features, and development time required. Here's a breakdown of our approach:

  • Minimum Viable Product (MVP): For startups or early-stage projects: 1-2 core features with a simple design to validate quickly. Includes mobile apps, web apps, or AI-powered apps.
  • Timeline: 6–8 weeks
  • Cost: USD 10,000–20,000
  • Full-Featured Product: For businesses building market-ready products: multiple core features, 3rd-party integrations, and custom designs for iOS, Android, or web.
  • Timeline: 10–16 weeks
  • Cost: USD 20,000–40,000
  • Advanced Tech Product: For products requiring advanced AI, AR/VR, or multi-platform architecture. Scope and price depend on complexity.
  • Timeline: Varies based on scope and complexity
  • Cost: Custom pricing

Our flexible approach ensures you receive a solution tailored to your stage of growth and goals.

RaftLabs is an AI-first tech studio with a proven track record of figuring out what's broken first, then building the right fix. Our work spans custom web, mobile, loyalty, and AI applications across industries including Media and Communication, Marketing Tech, Healthcare, and Digital Commerce.

From building mobile apps and web platforms to designing AI automation systems, we ship products that solve real business problems and produce measurable outcomes.

Whether you're a startup validating an idea, a business scaling a full-featured product, or an enterprise adopting AI, our senior team handles it end to end.

Want to see past work? Visit our portfolio to explore the projects we've delivered.

At RaftLabs, we keep communication clear and collaboration smooth so your project ships on time. Here's how:

  • Bi-Weekly Sprints: We follow an agile development process with regular milestones, allowing for timely progress updates, feedback integration, and any necessary course corrections.
  • Real-Time Communication: Our team stays connected with you through Slack, so questions get answers fast and you stay aligned at every stage.
  • Efficient Project Management: We use Asana to track tasks, milestones, and timelines, giving you full visibility into the development process.
  • Weekly Check-Ins: Regular check-ins help us review progress, address any concerns, and keep your vision on track.
  • Founders' Involvement: You'll have direct access to our founders, so decisions get made fast.

This structured but flexible approach keeps us aligned with your goals while delivering high-quality results.

Next step

Found what you need? We'll scope your project in 30 minutes.

Share what you're building. We'll come back with a fixed price and timeline before you commit to anything.

  • Scope and cost agreed before work starts. No surprises. No obligation.
  • Working prototype within 3 weeks of kickoff.
  • Pay by milestone. You see progress before each invoice.
  • 60-day post-launch warranty. Bug fixes, UI tweaks, and deployment support. No retainer.
  • All conversations are NDA-protected.