How much does app development cost in Ireland?

App development in Ireland typically costs between €3,000 and €50,000+, depending on features, platform, and complexity.

How long does it take to develop an app?

Most apps take 6–16 weeks to develop, depending on functionality and design requirements.

Do you develop apps for both iOS and Android?

Yes, we develop apps for both iOS and Android using native and cross-platform technologies.

Can you help launch my app on the App Store and Google Play?

Yes, we handle the complete app launch process including App Store and Google Play submission.

Do you provide ongoing support and updates?

Yes, we offer ongoing maintenance, updates, and support to ensure your app stays secure and up to date.

App Development

App Development Ireland, Custom Mobile Apps That Scale Your Business

We design and develop high-performance mobile apps for startups, businesses, and enterprises across Ireland.

From iOS and Android apps to custom web applications, our app developers in Ireland build secure, scalable, and user-friendly solutions tailored to your business goals.

iOS & Android Experts · 🇮🇪 Serving Businesses Across Ireland · Scalable & High-Performance Apps · Secure & GDPR Compliant

Often paired with: Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Development.

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What you get

Fully custom-built mobile apps (iOS & Android)
React Native for native-quality performance
User-first UX & UI design — no guesswork
Secure, GDPR-compliant backend systems
App Store & Google Play submission included
Scalable architecture for future growth
Push notifications and in-app messaging
Analytics and crash reporting setup

Deliverables & Pricing

Basic Utility App: €2,500 – €8,000 (Booking, forms, push notifications)
eCommerce App: €4,000 – €15,000 (Products, cart, checkout)
Membership Platform: €5,000 – €20,000 (User accounts, content, dashboards)
MVP or SaaS App: €8,000 – €35,000+ (Custom flows, APIs, admin panels)

Use cases we fix

Booking Apps

Issue

Salons, therapists, trades, and instructors lose bookings to phone-tag and manual scheduling.

Fix

We build intuitive booking apps with availability management, reminders, and payment collection built in.

eCommerce Apps

Issue

Retailers and food delivery businesses need a dedicated app experience beyond a mobile website.

Fix

We build fast eCommerce apps with product browsing, cart, checkout, and order tracking — optimised for conversion.

Membership & Login Apps

Issue

Training platforms, schools, and clubs need gated content and member management in a mobile-first format.

Fix

We build secure membership apps with login, dashboards, content access, and subscription billing.

Internal Tools

Issue

Staff rely on spreadsheets or manual processes for inventory, orders, or time tracking.

Fix

We build internal mobile tools that streamline operations, reduce errors, and give managers real-time visibility.

App idea without validation

Issue

You have a great idea but need to test it before committing to a full build.

Fix

We build lean MVPs with core flows only — enough to validate with real users and attract early traction.

Legacy app performance issues

Issue

Your existing app is slow, crashes frequently, or fails to meet modern UX standards.

Fix

We audit, refactor, or rebuild on modern architecture with performance and reliability as the priority.

Industry FAQs

Trades & Services

Can you manage jobs and updates in-app? Yes — we build job status tracking, notes, and customer update flows for trades businesses.
Can the app integrate with my existing tools? Yes — we connect apps with CRMs, scheduling tools, and payment providers you already use.

Food & Drink

Can you build ordering or loyalty apps? Yes — we design ordering, payment, and loyalty features for repeat visits and higher AOV.
How do you handle peak traffic? We build on scalable cloud infrastructure so your app handles demand spikes without downtime.

Professional Services

Can you build secure client portals? We build secure portals with document access, messaging, and client-specific dashboards.
How long does app development take? Most MVPs take 6–12 weeks. Full-featured apps vary — we'll give you a clear roadmap before we start.

Service Areas

Serving clients across Ireland — remote-friendly nationwide

Dublin

Cork

Galway

Limerick

Waterford

Kilkenny

Wexford

Donegal

Dundalk

Kildare

Mayo

Clare

Sligo

Carlow

Athlone

Navan

Tralee

Letterkenny

Newbridge

Tullamore

Ashbourne

Ennis

Portlaoise

Belfast

Outcomes we deliver

Faster launch

MVPs shipped with a clear roadmap for future phases.

Better retention

UX improvements and notifications reduced churn.

Secure integrations

Reliable API connections with monitoring and fallbacks.

Our process

Discovery Call

We define what the app should do, who it's for, and what success looks like.

UX Mapping

Wireframes and clickable prototypes to validate flows before any code is written.

UI Design

Styled to match your brand with a focus on clarity and conversion.

Development

Built with React Native and a secure, scalable backend.

Testing & Launch

QA across devices, App Store listings, and full submission support.

Ongoing Support

Updates, maintenance, and feature additions available on retainer.

FAQs

Clear answers to help you scope the engagement.

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Talk to Elephantfly about your next website, platform, or security upgrade. We'll map the fastest path to launch.

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