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App development cost in India: Flutter vs native, with numbers

What an Android and iOS app really costs, and when one Flutter codebase is the smarter choice.

App development cost in India: Flutter vs native, with numbers
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A useful mobile app in India typically costs between ₹3.5 lakh and ₹25 lakh. The spread comes from features, platforms and how much is custom.

Cross-platform (Flutter / React Native)

One codebase for Android and iOS. Usually 30–40% cheaper than building two native apps and faster to update. The right choice for most business apps, booking apps, eCommerce apps and MVPs.

Native (Kotlin / Swift)

Best when you need heavy device features, complex animations or maximum performance.

What drives cost

  • Number of user roles (customer, staff, admin).
  • Payments, maps, chat or real-time features.
  • Offline support.
  • The admin panel and integrations behind the app.

Don't forget the running costs

Store fees, hosting, notifications and a stabilisation period after launch. Budget 15–20% of the build cost per year for maintenance.

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