What does a custom web application cost in 2026?
An honest answer to the question every client asks first, including the factors that actually drive the price.
This is by far the most common question I get, and also the hardest to capture in a single number. "It depends" isn't a satisfying answer, so this article explains what it depends on and the ranges you'll actually run into in practice.
The main price drivers
The price of custom software is mostly determined by scope, the complexity of the business logic, integrations with other systems, and the level of polish you expect. A simple form that stores data costs something very different from a platform with user roles, payments, and real-time updates.
Maintenance and future development matter too: software is never really "done", so it pays to think about what happens after launch before you even start.
Rough price ranges
A simple website or landing page with a contact form usually starts around €1,500 to €3,500. A web application with a database, user accounts, and a handful of core features typically lands between €4,000 and €15,000. More complex platforms with multiple integrations, dashboards, and custom workflows quickly climb to €20,000 and beyond.
These figures are indicative: every project is different, and the only way to get a sharp price is to define the scope together in concrete terms.
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