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How Much Does It Cost to Develop an App in Canada?

Get an instant estimate for your mobile app project. Based on real Canadian development rates for React Native, Expo, and custom builds.

The cost to develop an app in Canada ranges from $15,000 for an MVP to $200,000+ for enterprise apps. Use our free estimator below to get a budget range tailored to your features and timeline.

App Estimate – Guided Questionnaire

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Intro

This quick, one-question-at-a-time flow will give you a ballpark budget & timeline for a React Native/Expo app.

It’s not a quote—just a starting point so we can recommend the right discovery plan.

Which platforms do you want to launch on first?

You can always add more later—this is for an initial estimate.

How complex does the first version feel?

You can always add more later—this is for an initial estimate.

Pick your essential features

You can always add more later—this is for an initial estimate.

Any advanced features for V1?
What best describes your backend?
How many extra third-party APIs/SDKs do you need?
Design expectations
Any data/compliance requirements?
Quality bar — End-to-end tests
Quality bar — Accessibility
Quality bar — Extra device targets
Summary
Estimated Hours
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Price Range
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CAD 150/hr
Timeline (rough)
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Includes PM (18%) and contingency (12%). This is directional only; we'll validate via a brief discovery call.

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Questions or special requirements (hardware, BLE, HIPAA, fintech KYC, etc.)? We’ll tailor the estimate after a discovery.

Why Choose React Native & Expo?

We specialize in React Native and Expo because they offer the best balance of performance, cost, and speed. By writing a single codebase for both iOS and Android, you can reduce development costs by up to 40% compared to native development.

How This Calculator Works

This estimate is based on real-world data from Canadian app development projects in 2025. It factors in:

  • Platform Support: iOS, Android, or both (Cross-platform).
  • Feature Set: Authentication, payments, maps, and more.
  • Design Fidelity: From basic wireframes to custom design systems.
  • Quality Assurance: Testing rigor and compliance requirements.

Note: This is a ballpark estimate. Every project is unique. For a precise quote, book a discovery call with our team.