Pricing

Three routes. One destination: launched.

Fixed-price app development, scoped up front — no surprise invoices. Pick the route that matches how far your business needs to go.

  1. ROUTE 01 — COASTAL RUN

    Starter

    $2,500–$4,000

    2–3 weeks turnaround

    A single-purpose app that gets your business running online, fast.

    • Up to 5 screens
    • 1 user role, basic authentication
    • Mobile-responsive build
    • 2 rounds of revisions
  2. Most chosen

    ROUTE 02 — REGIONAL CROSSING

    Growth

    $5,500–$9,500

    4–6 weeks turnaround

    A multi-feature app built to run daily operations, not just look good.

    • Up to 12 screens, 2+ user roles
    • Payments integration
    • Admin dashboard & notifications
    • 3 revisions + 30-day post-launch support
  3. ROUTE 03 — OCEAN CROSSING

    Pro

    $12,000–$20,000+

    8–12 weeks turnaround

    Full custom platforms — marketplaces, auctions, membership systems.

    • Unlimited screens & roles
    • Custom workflow logic
    • Third-party integrations
    • Scoped after a paid discovery session

Maintenance retainer: $150–$400/month

Rush delivery: +25%

Payment terms: 50% deposit · 50% at launch

Not sure which route fits? Tell us about your project and we’ll chart it with you.

Portfolio Placement

Feature your app on karea4.live

This pricing covers only the promotional placement service — featuring a client’s completed, fully-owned app on karea4.live, clearly labeled with the Client App badge as their own work rather than part of the Karea4 portfolio.

Suggested: $100 setup + $35/month (or $350/year)

ItemPriceWhat it covers
One-time setup fee$75 – $150Designing the app card, writing promotional copy, adding the “Client App” badge, linking the card to the client's live app
Monthly placement$25 – $50/monthKeeps the app listed and visible on the portfolio page
Annual placement$250 – $500/yearSame as monthly, discounted for committing upfront — the preferred option

Annual placement is the preferred option — same as monthly, discounted for committing upfront.