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.

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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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