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MVP cost by type
Purrweb, Devtimate, SPDLoad, Netguru, Topflight, and WithNoCode all publish MVP pricing, and they disagree on what 'MVP' means. SPDLoad's roughly $20,000 figure assumes a handful of screens; Topflight's $50,000–$70,000 'typical MVP' assumes a fundable, investor-ready v1. Both are honest descriptions of different scopes, so confirm the feature list before comparing quotes.
| Tier | Examples | Cost | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lean MVP | Single workflow, basic auth, one core feature | $15,000–$40,000 | 6–10 weeks |
| Utility/simple MVP | Purrweb's floor tier for a focused tool | $25,000–$35,000 | 6–10 weeks |
| SaaS or social MVP | Subscriptions, user accounts, a feed or dashboard | $35,000–$45,000 | 6–10 weeks |
| Marketplace or fintech MVP | Two-sided marketplace, payouts, or regulated flows | $45,000–$60,000+ | 6–10 weeks |
| Feature-rich MVP | Multiple workflows, several integrations | $40,000–$100,000 | 10–18 weeks |
What each feature adds
| Feature | Cost range | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auth / login | $3,000–$7,500 | 30–50 | Devtimate estimate |
| Payments | $3,000–$8,000 | 25–50 (+15–25 for subscriptions) | Purrweb's calculator adds roughly $8,000 |
| Admin panel | $3,000–$9,000 | 30–60 | Devtimate estimate |
| Chat / notifications | $2,000–$7,000 | 15–30 | Purrweb prices chat closer to $7,000 |
| Each integration | $2,000–$8,000 | 20–60 per integration | Purrweb's calculator adds roughly $8,000 per integration |
| One AI feature | +$15,000 | Varies, plus usage | Purrweb estimate |
| UI/UX design | $4,000–$12,000 | 40–80 | Devtimate estimate |
Cost by who builds it
| Option | Monthly team cost | Total for a 6–10 week MVP | Trade-offs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freelancers (mixed team) | ~$13,000/mo (SPDLoad) | $13,000–$32,500 | You handle PM and QA coordination yourself |
| Eastern Europe outsourcing | ~$25,600/mo (SPDLoad) | $25,600–$64,000 | Managed delivery, timezone gap |
| US agency | ~$64,000/mo (SPDLoad) | $64,000–$160,000 | Full team; priced for larger, fundable MVPs |
| No-code prototype first (Bubble, Lovable, Replit) | $25–$32/mo platform fee | $0–$5,000 plus platform fee | Fast to validate; often rebuilt once it hits scaling limits |
Ongoing costs after launch
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting at MVP scale | $45–$150/mo | Vercel Pro $20/seat + Supabase Pro $25 |
| Support retainer (Purrweb) | 15–20% of build cost per month | Unusually high; confirm whether a quote means this or an annual figure |
| Maintenance (most other agencies) | 15–25% of build cost per year | The more common framing across the market |
Because 'maintenance' sometimes means monthly and sometimes means annual depending on the agency, confirm which one is in any quote before comparing it to another.
How to spend less without regretting it
- Prototype in Lovable (from $25/mo), Bubble (from $32/mo), or Replit (from $25/mo) before paying for custom code.
- No-code MVPs cost 40–60% less than coded ones, per WithNoCode, if the platform's limits fit your workflow.
- Scope one platform and one core workflow; resist adding a second user type or channel before launch.
- Build from an existing prototype instead of from scratch; moving from a working Bubble or Lovable app to custom code is cheaper than starting cold.
- Delay integrations beyond the one or two the MVP needs to prove its core loop.
- Get a fixed-price quote scoped to a defined feature list instead of an open-ended hourly engagement.
What it costs with RapidDev
MVPs are RapidDev's strongest fit. The Project Scoper prices a web MVP with auth, Stripe subscriptions, and an admin dashboard at $13,500–$17,500 over 6–8 weeks, or $13,000–$16,500 if you're starting from an existing no-code prototype. A marketplace MVP with auth, payouts, admin, and chat prices at $17,500–$22,500 over 7–9 weeks.
That beats Purrweb's $25,000–$45,000 range for a similar 6–10 week MVP and lands inside Devtimate's simple tier. Starting from a working Bubble, Lovable, or FlutterFlow prototype drops the price further, by about 15%, because less of the build is from scratch.
It does not cover complex MVPs priced at $100,000 and up, or regulated fintech and health MVPs that need a formal compliance audit before launch. Run your feature list through the Project Scoper, then book a call for a fixed-price quote within about 48 hours.
Get a fixed-price quoteFrequently asked questions
How much does it cost to build an MVP?
A lean MVP costs $15,000 to $50,000 over six to twelve weeks. Feature-rich MVPs, especially marketplaces or fintech products, cost $45,000 to $150,000 or more.
Why do quotes vary so much?
Agencies disagree on what 'MVP' means. Some price a three-screen prototype around $20,000; others price a fundable, investor-ready v1 at $50,000–$70,000. Confirm the feature list before comparing quotes.
How long does it take to build an MVP?
Most lean MVPs take six to ten weeks. Feature-rich MVPs with several workflows or integrations typically take ten to eighteen weeks.
What's included in a typical MVP budget?
A typical MVP budget covers discovery, UI/UX design, core development (auth, one or two key workflows), QA, and deployment. Purrweb splits this at roughly 5–10% discovery, 15–20% design, 55–65% development, and 10–15% QA.
Is it cheaper to build an MVP with no-code tools first?
Yes. No-code MVPs typically cost 40–60% less than coded ones, per WithNoCode, though you may need to rebuild once the platform's limits get in the way.
How much does MVP app development cost compared to a full app?
An MVP is a deliberately narrow slice of a full app, usually $15,000–$50,000 versus $50,000–$300,000+ for a medium-to-complex app with the full feature set.
What happens to the price if I already have a Bubble or Lovable prototype?
Starting from a working prototype typically lowers the quote; RapidDev's own pricing engine applies roughly a 15% discount versus building the same scope from an idea with no existing build.
What does RapidDev charge to build an MVP?
RapidDev's scoper prices a standard web MVP at $13,500–$17,500 (6–8 weeks) and a marketplace MVP at $17,500–$22,500 (7–9 weeks), both as a fixed price agreed before any code is written.
