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How fast can you build a mobile app for IoS and Android in 2025?

The speed advantage of Reptile apps

How Reptile apps can help businesses to bring their ideas to market in record time.

The time it takes to build an app can vary widely depending on its complexity and features. For example, simple apps (like a basic to-do list) can take around 4-6 months to develop, moderate apps (with more features and a more polished design) typically take 8-12 months and more complex apps (such as social media platforms with extensive features) can take 12+ months.

Factors like the experience of the development team, the technologies used, and the specific requirements of the app also play a significant role in the timeline.

Reptile Apps offers a streamlined process for app development, which can significantly reduce the time it takes to build an app, and at 1/3 of the costs than most app developers.

That means simple apps can be developed in as little as 2-3 weeks – see https://learn.reptile.app/help-guides/your-apps-blueprint, moderate apps typically take around 4 months and complex apps, the timeline can extend to 6 months.

In addition, Reptile Apps uses a multi-platform development approach, allowing you to create applications that work across multiple operating systems using a single codebase.

Why can Reptile Apps deliver an app faster than other developers?

Building a mobile app with Reptile Apps offers several speed advantages:

1. Rapid Prototyping: Reptile Apps allows you to quickly design, prototype, and test your app within the same platform. This integrated approach significantly reduces the time needed to move from concept to a working prototype – see https://www.reptile.app/blogs/four-steps-to-speed-up-your-app-design-and-development-process/

2. Multi-Platform Development: The platform supports simultaneous development for iOS, Android, and web apps using a single codebase. This eliminates the need to develop separate versions for each platform, speeding up the overall development process.

3. No-Code/Low-Code Tools: Reptile Apps provides intuitive drag-and-drop tools and pre-built templates, which enable even those with limited coding experience to build functional apps quickly. This reduces the dependency on specialised developers and accelerates the development timeline.

4. Automated Publishing: Once your app is ready, Reptile Apps can compile and publish it to app stores in under 20 minutes. This rapid deployment capability ensures that your app can reach users faster – see https://www.reptile.app/blogs/journey-of-building-a-mobile-app-five-things-to-look-out-for/

5. Real-Time Updates: The platform allows for real-time updates and changes, meaning you can continuously improve and iterate on your app without lengthy redevelopment cycles.

These features make Reptile Apps an excellent choice for businesses and developers looking to bring their apps to market quickly, efficiently and at a fraction of the cost from other developers.

What types of apps are particularly well-suited for this platform?

Business Apps: Ideal for creating apps that streamline business operations, such as project management tools, CRM systems, and internal communication platforms https://learn.reptile.app/help-guides/tech-stack.

E-commerce Apps: Perfect for building online shopping platforms with features like product catalogues, shopping carts, and payment gateways.

Educational Apps: Great for developing e-learning platforms, educational games, and apps for schools and universities https://www.reptile.app/blogs/breaking-boundaries-multi-platform-app-development-on-reptile-apps/.

Social Media Apps: Suitable for creating social networking apps with features like user profiles, messaging, and content sharing.

Healthcare Apps: Useful for developing apps that manage patient records, appointment scheduling, telemedicine, and health tracking.

Entertainment Apps: Ideal for building apps for streaming music, videos, and other multimedia content.

Utility Apps: Perfect for creating tools like weather apps, calculators, and other utility-based applications.

What are the key benefits of the speedy build of the app?

Most importantly, it reduces the development time. With its drag-and-drop interface and pre-built templates, you can quickly design and prototype your app. The platform can compile native iOS and Android apps in under 20 minutes https://www.reptile.app/why-reptile/our-approach/.

As the development time is short and by using a single codebase for multiple platforms, Reptile Apps helps lower development costs. This approach eliminates the need for separate teams to work on different platform-specific versions.

The no-code/low-code tools provided by Reptile Apps make it accessible even for those with limited coding experience. This allows more people to participate in the app development process https://www.reptile.app/blogs/what-is-reptile/.

Throughout the development process, you have access to the Reptile CMS, which provides a clear view of your app's progress. This transparency ensures there are no surprises and allows for real-time feedback.

Developing with a single codebase ensures a uniform user experience across different devices, which is crucial for brand consistency and user satisfaction.

And last, but not least, Reptile Apps offers ongoing support and maintenance after the app is launched, ensuring that your app remains up-to-date and functional.

What are the costs?

The cost of building a mobile app with Reptile Apps depends on the plan you choose and the complexity of your app. Here’s a general breakdown of the pricing plans:

Discovery: £1000. Craft a clear roadmap for your app idea with expert guidance. https://www.reptile.app/pricing/.

Test your idea: £3000. Design and test your app concept to showcase or validate with real-time feedback. 

Full app build: £10000. Complete app development package from concept to app store launch.

These plans cover the tools and support needed to design and build your app using Reptile's no-code platform.

Reptile Apps is transparent about the pricing, and there are no hidden costs associated with using the platform. The costs cover the tools and support needed to design and build your app. However, there are a few additional costs you might want to consider:

1. Third-Party API Integrations: The platform supports seamless integration with various third-party services and APIs, allowing you to enhance your app's functionality. While the platform supports third-party API integrations, some APIs may have their own usage fees.

2. Advanced Features: If you require custom features or advanced functionalities beyond what is included in the standard plans, there might be additional development costs.

3. App Store Fees: Publishing your app on platforms like the Apple App Store or Google Play Store involves separate fees charged by these stores.

Overall, Reptile Apps aims to provide a clear and straightforward pricing structure, ensuring you know what to expect from the start.

If you haven’t got an app yet, we build apps faster, smarter and at 1/3 of the costs than most app developers – see Journey of building a mobile app - five things to look out for.

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