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How Much Does
an MVP Cost?
It Depends on Scope
MVP cost comes down to how many features the first version needs, how many platforms it runs on and what it connects to. We don't sell hours, we sell outcomes. Managed development starts from $75 per hour, and dedicated engineers run $50 to $150 per hour. Your free build plan turns that into one fixed price.
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Outcome-Based Pricing
We don't sell hours — we sell outcomes. Every engagement starts with a clear scope, defined deliverables, and upfront estimates so you know exactly what you're getting before work begins. Rates range from $50 to $150/hr depending on the seniority and specialization of the engineers on your project. You get full accountability, transparent progress, and a team that's committed to shipping results — not burning through a budget.
Scoped Upfront
Every project starts with clear deliverables, timeline estimates, and success criteria — before a single line of code is written.
Full Accountability
We own the outcome, not just the hours. Transparent progress updates, milestone reviews, and a commitment to shipping what we promised.
Flexible Engagement
Managed development with a dedicated team, or senior engineers embedded in yours. Scale up or down as your project evolves.
Managed Development
We define the outcome, assemble the right engineers, and own the delivery from kickoff to production.
- Scoped deliverables & milestones
- Dedicated project lead
- Weekly progress reviews
- Full delivery accountability
- AI-accelerated development
Dedicated AI-First Engineer
A senior engineer dedicated to your project, trained in AI-first development with Claude Code and automated workflows — embedded in your team full-time or part-time.
- AI-first development with Claude Code
- 5-10+ years shipping production software
- Dedicated to your project, not shared
- Start in days, not months
- Flexible contracts, zero termination cost
What Shapes MVP Cost
The things that move an MVP's price most, largest first.
Number of Core Features
Every workflow adds design, code and testing. This is the largest cost driver.
- User accounts and roles
- Core workflows
- Admin tools
- Reporting
Platforms
Web only costs less than web plus iOS and Android.
- Responsive web app
- iOS and Android
- Cross-platform builds
- Tablet or desktop needs
Integrations
Each outside system adds setup, testing and failure handling.
- Payments
- CRMs and email tools
- Third-party APIs
- Data imports
Design Depth
A clean, standard interface costs less than a custom design system.
- Component libraries
- Custom design
- Prototypes
- User testing
AI Features
Models, prompts and evaluation add work beyond a normal feature.
- Chat and assistants
- Document processing
- Evaluation and guardrails
- Usage costs
Compliance and Security
Regulated data adds architecture, audit and review time.
- HIPAA and BAAs
- SOC 2 readiness
- Audit logging
- Security review
From Idea to a Fixed Price
You see the number before we write a line of code.
Share What You Need
Tell us what you want to build, who it's for and any deadline.
Scope It Together
We turn it into features, integrations and a release plan.
Get a Written Plan
You get scope, team, timeline and a fixed price, at no cost.
Decide With the Number
Build with us, or take the plan elsewhere. You keep it either way.
MVP Cost Questions
How much does an MVP cost?
It depends on scope. The biggest factors are the number of core features, the platforms you need, your integrations and any compliance work. Slashdev's managed development starts from $75 per hour, and dedicated engineers run $50 to $150 per hour. Our free build plan turns your scope into a fixed price before any code is written.
What can I do to lower the cost of an MVP?
Build one core workflow for one type of user on one platform, and use off-the-shelf login, payments and email. Everything else can wait until real users ask for it.
Do you offer fixed-scope MVP builds?
Yes. The build plan sets the scope, the team, the timeline and a fixed price before work begins.
Is the build plan really free?
Yes. It costs $0, there's no commitment, and you keep the plan whether or not you build with us.
Should I use a freelancer to save money on an MVP?
Sometimes. A strong freelancer can suit a small, well-defined build if you can manage the work yourself. If you need design, engineering and delivery from one owner, a consultancy is usually the safer choice.
Get a Fixed Price for Your MVP
Tell us what you want to build. You'll get a written plan and a fixed price, at no cost.
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