Software development & AI project pricing · fixed-cost engagements

We don't sell hours.
We sell working software.

Fixed price, fixed scope, fixed timeline. No retainers. No ambiguous invoices. You know the number before we start.

  • 14-day zero-obligation period
  • Pay by milestone
  • Prototype first

Minimum Viable Product

A working app with 1-2 core features. Enough to test with early users, raise a round, or validate the idea before you invest more.

  • Mobile app and/or web app, AI development
  • Clearly defined project scope and timeline
  • 1-2 core features
  • Simple design
  • Turnaround time: 1-2 months (6-8 weeks)

Full-Featured Product

A market-ready product with multiple features, custom design, and third-party integrations. Built to launch and scale.

  • iOS, Android app, and web app, AI development
  • Flexible scope as requirements evolve
  • Multiple core features
  • Custom design
  • 3rd party integrations
  • Turnaround time: 3-5 months (10-16 weeks)

Advanced Tech Product

Complex products that need advanced AI, AR/VR, or multi-platform architecture. Scope and price depend on what you're solving.

  • Multi-platform apps, AI development
  • Highly complex business requirements or problem-solving
  • Custom designs with engaging animations
  • AR, VR, AI, or anything in deep tech

The mechanics

How milestone pricing works

A fixed price only means something if the process behind it holds up. This is the process.

Scope call
A 30-minute call where you describe the problem. We ask about the workflow, the users, and what a win looks like. No prep needed.
Fixed quote
You get one number and a timeline in writing before any work starts. The number does not move unless the scope does.
Milestones
The project is split into stages, each ending in something you can see working. You pay when a stage is done, not before.
Ownership
Code, designs, and accounts are yours from day one. If we part ways mid-project, you keep everything you have paid for.

What clients say

Rated 4.9 on Clutch. Here's what clients actually said.

Three-year average engagement. Founders and operators describing the work in their own words. No marketing varnish.

"Raftlabs is not only our partner, but an integral part of our team and startup!"

Tedo S.

CCO and CTO at Fore Coffee

"What distinguished RaftLabs from other providers was their fantastic ability to build real-time engagement-based products."

Georgina D.

CEO & Co-Founder, People Supported Technologies

"Their ability to translate my vision into a fully functional MVP in just 8 weeks was outstanding. Highly recommend!"

Eric M.

Founder at Intrinsic Sales

"Incredibly simple and easy to use app. Exactly what we were looking for."

Nuala C.

Director, BrandFire

"RaftLabs elevated my ideas and brought them to life when everything seemed impossible."

Grady Lakshmono

CoFounder, Moka (acquired by Gojek) & Gula (acquired by Runchise)

"Thanks to RL Remotely team for experimenting with an innovative remote work application for employee engagement and enterprise productivity."

Mohit S.

Founder, WorxRemotely

"RaftLabs excelled in contemporary UI and delivered better high-fidelity wireframes. The team is culturally very strong, and they take a lot of pride in the quality of their work."

Gabe Moynagh

CEO, TuneClub

"All of the sprints were completed on schedule and on budget. We highly recommend RaftLabs!"

Charles E.

Entrepreneur at Aggie Technologies

"I genuinely feel they care about where we're trying to take it."

Aaron McGoona

Founder, TicketStop

"Working with RaftLabs felt like having an extension of our own team. They're extremely nimble and responsive, adapting quickly to changing startup needs. I highly recommend them, especially for small and mid-sized companies."

Niccolo Pescetelli

Co-founder & Director, PSi, UK

"The collaboration was very well managed from start to finish."

James Foskin

Founder & CEO, TiAiMe Limited

"I was pleased with RaftLabs team's quality, consistency and execution."

Dr.J. Ayo Akinyele

President, Co-Founder, Yeletech Security Inc & Bolt

"RaftLabs has been an exceptional partner. From the start, they became more than just a service provider, they embraced our vision with their expertise and dedication. We're proud of the result."

Jennyfer Ngueno

CoFounder & CEO, Sekou

"I found RaftLabs to be the perfect partner for Perceptional, with their expertise in helping startup founders build MVPs, a free consultation, a prototype that matched my vision, and their unwavering support."

Amer Abu Khajil

Founder, Peak Studios & Perceptional

Common questions

Our typical development timeframe for a web or mobile app is:

  • Minimum Viable Product (MVP): 6–8 weeks, focusing on 1–2 core features for rapid launch.
  • Full-Featured Product: 10–16 weeks, including design, development, testing, and third-party integrations for iOS, Android, and web apps.
  • Advanced Tech Product: Timelines vary based on the scope and complexity of advanced technologies like AI, AR/VR, or next-gen platforms.

The exact timeline may vary depending on the complexity and scope of your project.

Project estimates depend on the first useful release, the systems it must connect to, the condition of any existing code, and the security or compliance work involved. Here are the usual planning ranges:

  • Minimum Viable Product (MVP): For a focused first release with 1–2 core features across web, mobile, or AI.
  • Timeline: 6–8 weeks
  • Cost: USD 10000–20,000
  • Full-Featured Product: For multiple core features, third-party integrations, and custom design across iOS, Android, or web.
  • Timeline: 10–16 weeks
  • Cost: USD 20,000–40,000
  • Advanced Tech Product: For complex AI, regulated workflows, or multi-platform architecture.
  • Timeline: Varies by scope
  • Cost: Quoted after discovery

The scope, timeline, and fixed price are written down before development starts.

Match the work by problem before you match it by industry. RaftLabs has delivered web, mobile, loyalty, and AI applications across healthcare, hospitality, fintech, logistics, media, and digital commerce.

Each case study shows the starting problem, the product or workflow involved, and any client-reported outcome available. If nothing is close to your situation, ask for a relevant reference before you commit.

At RaftLabs, we keep communication clear and collaboration smooth so your project ships on time. Here's how:

  • Bi-Weekly Sprints: We follow an agile development process with regular milestones, allowing for timely progress updates, feedback integration, and any necessary course corrections.
  • Real-Time Communication: Our team stays connected with you through Slack, so questions get answers fast and you stay aligned at every stage.
  • Efficient Project Management: We use Asana to track tasks, milestones, and timelines, giving you full visibility into the development process.
  • Weekly Check-Ins: Regular check-ins help us review progress, address any concerns, and keep your vision on track.
  • Founders' Involvement: You'll have direct access to our founders, so decisions get made fast.

This structured but flexible approach keeps us aligned with your goals while delivering high-quality results.

Work with us

Found what you need? We'll scope your project in 30 minutes.

Share what you're building. We'll come back with a fixed price and timeline before you commit to anything.

  • Scope and cost agreed before work starts. No surprises. No obligation.
  • Working prototype within 3 weeks of kickoff.
  • Pay by milestone. You see progress before each invoice.
  • 60-day post-launch warranty. Bug fixes, UI tweaks, and deployment support. No retainer.
  • All conversations are NDA-protected.