How to Make an App – Create App FAQ
BuildFire has been used to create more than 10,000+ apps. Over the years, we’ve fielded countless questions from beginners and experienced app builders alike. Whether you want to make an iOS app for the Apple App Store, an Android app for the Google Play app store, or both, here are the answers to your questions:
There is no single answer to this question. It’s like asking how much a car costs or how much a house costs. Just like in these analogies, the answer depends on a wide range of factors.
It all starts with your app idea. The complexity of your app will have the most significant impact on the cost.
For example, an app that uses real-time GPS tracking and real-time communication between users would be more expensive than a simple content app. An app that just provides access to a mobile ebook or flashcards would be cheaper than an app that has custom user profiles.
Here’s why. Apps with all of these extra features require more work for development and more work on the back end-both of which impact the cost. Let’s say you want app users to log into a unique profile every time they open the app. This requires database servers and user authentication servers. You’ll also need robust security features to protect everyone’s information. This stuff isn’t required for a calculator app or a flashlight app.
Earlier in this guide, we talked about the five most common ways to build an app-low-level coding, hybrid apps, rapid app development, cookie-cutter apps, and BuildFire. Continue Reading