Android App Development Cost: More than You Think

Whoa there, app enthusiast! Interested in getting the first acquaintance with the Android application development? Awesome! But come to think of it oh dear, let’s discuss the green matters. Because guess what? That killer ‘app you been planning on constructing is going to set you back than just a cup of java.

But now you might say, “I have seen this tutorial and it seemed very easy, not a problem.” Please, let me burst that bubble right now. If coding is a game then app development is a lot more than writing lines of code and here is the reason why.

Hidden Costs Galore!

First of them are the obvious and most often heard – development costs. That’s why developers have to be solid in Java or Kotlin, as if they’ve been around it for several months/years. As anyone would expect, these people do not come cheap! Then there’s design – it really takes a form of your application so it is as easy and pretty as it can be. Designers are known to be wickers who weave your thoughts into visions seen only to the eyes of the mind.

But wait, there’s more! Testing? Oh sure, that means you also have to ensure your app does not become the next worst app that crashes. Quality assurance can be compared to an insurance for your app’s reputation, therefore, it must be considered seriously. The other memorable aspect on the topic is marketing. Acquiring user attention for your app in the avalanche of apps is a task that is not easy to accomplish. A fancy dollars would be required for advertising and promotions of the new product on the market.

Thus, what can be said or concluded? Well, it depends. App size and functionality, design and additional options, advertising campaigns cost will be reflected in the final price as well. But do not forget, that attractive and usable application is just one more investment into your business / idea. It is like constructing a house with posts and beams – one does not use substandard ones because of a few shillings, now would they?

So, each time you hear that ‘let’s go build an app,’ remember you need to step back, and do your research. Know the expenses that are required and establish the feasibility budget plan. Oh, and please do not hesitate to think outside the box. What one needs to understand is one can indeed reduce the expenses while not reducing the quality at the same time.

App development is not a race it is a marathon so it is important to keep your end vision in mind but also take the time to act on your plans strategically. Well then it’s time for some ground breaking – let’s create something great!