Custom software cost estimator: get a ballpark.
Pick the closest match to what you want and you'll have a rough range in seconds. These are ballparks for orientation, not quotes — the real number depends on your specific scope, integrations and data. But they're enough to tell you which order of magnitude you're in before you talk to anyone.
By what you want to build.
Orientation only — a real figure comes from scoping.
| What you want | Indicative ballpark |
|---|---|
| Internal tool / dashboard | ~£15k–£40k |
| Custom CRM / client portal | ~£25k–£150k |
| Workflow / process automation | low five figures up |
| Custom AI agent | ~£15k–£80k+ |
| Large multi-role platform | £150k+ |
Why your number varies.
- Scope — how much it does, and how clearly defined.
- Integrations — each system to connect, often £3k–£8k.
- Custom vs configured — bespoke logic and design cost more.
- Data & compliance — sensitive data and regulation add work.
From ballpark to real number.
An estimator gets you oriented; only scoping gets you a number you can budget against. A short discovery turns your goals into a defined build with a firm cost and timeline — for free, before you commit. That's the difference between a guess and a figure you can take to a board.
Common questions.
How much will my custom software cost?
As a ballpark: an internal tool ~£15k–£40k, a CRM or portal ~£25k–£150k, an AI agent ~£15k–£80k+, and a large platform £150k+. The exact figure depends on your scope, integrations and data — a short scoping step gives a real number.
Can I get an instant quote for custom software?
You can get a ballpark instantly from the ranges by project type, but not an exact quote — that needs scoping, because the real number depends on your specific requirements, integrations and data. Anyone quoting a firm price with no scoping is guessing.
What drives my software cost up or down?
Scope, the number of integrations, whether it's bespoke or configured, and data and compliance needs. More of any of those raises the figure; a tightly-scoped, standalone tool sits at the lower end.
How accurate is a software cost estimator?
It's good for orientation — telling you the order of magnitude — but not for budgeting. A real, firm figure comes from a short discovery that defines your actual build.
How do I get an exact price?
Through scoping: a short discovery that turns your goals into a defined build with a firm cost and timeline. We do that for free before you commit anything.
Why won't you just give me a fixed price now?
Because an honest price needs to know what's being built. A firm number before scoping hides a risk buffer or sets up change-request surprises — we'd rather scope it and give you a real figure.
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