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Do you have a brilliant app idea which can turn all your business efforts into a grand success?
That’s great! Ever thought how to go about it? Not sure?
You are not the only one.
When it comes to mobile application development, most of the enterprises face the same dilemma. Whether it is about building an app from scratch or modifying an old one, the first step is to decide how you plan to build it.
If you are thinking about getting down in the trenches yourself, it’s really time that you give it another thought.
With years of experience in the mobile app industry, we know that it is not easy to learn how to code.
Coding is just not a complex task; it is time-intensive too. Even with months of research and continuous effort, there is little guarantee that your app will be bug-free. To build an app that is flawless and fully functional, it takes professional craftsmanship and good domain expertise to say the least.
Hence, if you choose to hire dedicated mobile app developers, you can at least be rest assured that your project is in safe hands.
But, what about the cost of hiring them?
A lot of entrepreneurs think that top mobile app developers are absolutely out of range.
It is not true, though.
The actual cost of hiring dedicated mobile app developers can greatly vary. It actually depends on your preferences, budget, app requirements and multiple other factors.
Want to know about the factors?
We have compiled a comprehensive list of what it takes to determine the cost of hiring dedicated mobile app developers and added comparisons to why you should invest in a rapid mobile app development platform for your custom app development needs:
In mobile app development, costing might vary due to a plethora of factors – it can be related to the development process, mobile platforms, or simply the features you want to incorporate into your app.
Very interestingly, these factors are all interconnected- one ends up affecting the other.
Hence, we have charted out a combination of factors below and how they influence each other, to help you narrow down your search on the app developers:
At HokuApps, we have seen that a lot of our clients think of only expenses when we talk about scope; large-scale projects will cost more and vice versa.
Only top mobile app developers know that ‘scope’ in app development is about two related things:
Budget and app complexity.
Think of your developer as a building designer. If you approach them with a low-scale budget, they will suggest a very basic home infrastructure, that is easy and simple to build. But, if you tell them that you want to build your dream home, they will actually invest a lot of efforts to realize your dream. All they would want is the home to look exactly like how you imagined it.
It’s quite the same for mobile apps too.
Before you think of hiring dedicated mobile app developers, you need to know how much you are willing to invest.
In case your budget is limited, it is best to develop a simple app that focuses only two or three core features. There are many websites providing open source code repository like Bitbucket and GitHub, from which your developers can easily source the code and incorporate it into the app.
When you have sufficient capital in hand, you can go for enhanced app features. Database supported apps, that have a backend supported functionality, can include costly features, such as custom User Interface (UI), third-party API and CRM integration, GPS, Accelerometer etc. Though this might seem like a costlier option, it would be better in the long term by investing in high-performance/functionality apps.
HokuApps offers an alternative. Create custom mobile apps on a platform that is 90% automated. It is a simple fact – the automation layer (Rapid Application Development Platform) gives HokuApps a distinct advantage over traditional custom software development, in terms of speed (10X faster), reliability (automation bring reliability) and cost (faster translates to cheaper).
The remaining 10% is hand-coding that goes into business-level customization that goes into create fully custom user administration management as per a business’s hierarchical architecture.
What you decide upon will contribute to how much you have to spend on hiring dedicated mobile developers:
There are a variety of smartphones and mobile devices available today. Most of them are based on either Android, iOS or Windows.
Have you already made your mind about where you want to launch your app- App store (Apple) or Google Play Store (Android)? Or, you want both?
It’s wiser to take this decision early, which will aid you in fixing the price of hiring dedicated mobile app developers.
In terms of app development cost, building Android-based apps takes 30% more than an iOS app.
However, don’t make up your mind against Android just for its higher price. You have other factors to consider here.
Android can give you way more users to target than iOS. A majority of users prefer an Android-based app because those are often offered free of cost and easy to use. On the other hand, iOS apps are widely popular for providing tight app security and enhanced features.
Not sure which one is more suitable? There’s an easy question.
Find out where your target audience is via research and surveys, as it will help to maximize your market share. Plan your marketing strategy and app development initiatives accordingly.
Alternatively, HokuApps’ automated platform creates reliable and secure mobile apps for iOS, Android and the Web, AUTOMATICALLY.
It’s really that simple!
It is very crucial for any top mobile app developer to determine how the users are likely to interact with the app.
While it seems like your developer’s job, you can help him/her take the right course.
All you need to do is to choose anyone from the native, web-based or hybrid types of apps. The app category can also be one of the deciding factors for hiring dedicated mobile app developers.
Not sure how the difference between these three app variations can alter your price margin?
Here’s how it works:
Native apps are built keeping the user preferences in mind. Such apps can fully utilize the device features like the GPS, contact lists and camera, so as to provide users with a native look and feel. This often results in better user engagement. The cost of building such apps are often high.
Mobile web apps are not exactly what we understand by a mobile application. These are primarily websites that look like an app. One good thing is that you can easily go for a web-based app with a low budget, or to see how your app might like before hiring dedicated mobile developers to build it.
A hybrid app looks as if the native and web app got married and had a kid. It has good control over the device features like any native app and depends on HTML for browser-based activities. In case you are considering cross-platform development at affordable prices, hybrid apps are exactly what you need.
Alternatively, HokuApps creates hybrid apps that work on all smart devices.
There’s is an increasing tendency among business owners to opt for freelance mobile app developers who can do the job at very low prices.
Before you fall into the same trap that many others have, just remember that ensuring good quality app at a cheap price is not a child’s play.
Like they say, “If it feels too good to be true, then it probably is.”
Hiring dedicated mobile app developers with industry-specific expertise and good app development knowledge can be an expensive affair, but there will be assured of high-quality app delivery. Such developers are very likely to provide constant support and deliver a product that is market-ready and complements your business requirements.
It is just not the experience of app developers that affects how much they charge; their geographical territory is also equally important. For example, a developer from North America will charge way higher than an offshore developer in India.
Besides, an offshore developer is often a better alternative as you can get 24*7 assistance and remote support till your project is completed.
Exacting the expense of hiring dedicated mobile app developers can be really tricky. You can get all you want with individual mobile app developers. But there is a disadvantageous side to it too.
You cannot expect an app developer to be available all the time. We can safely assume that there is almost no possibility of getting any emergency support.
What about a custom Mobile Application Development Platform (MADP) that is faster and more cost-effective?
That’s what HokuApps’ MADP platform does – it lets you create a radical, reliable and absolutely business-specific apps at an unimaginable pace. The apps also come geared with enterprise administration backend for granular insights into the business, a secure communication framework to improve collaboration, and security features at all levels of the app.
Forget about learning how to code or investing in an in-house team. Partner with us and walk out with market-appropriate app solutions for your business in days or weeks and not months.
