How long does it take to develop a web or mobile app?

The time required to create a web or mobile application depends on many factors—scope of functionality, project complexity, number of integrations, technologies used, and the team’s workflow. There is no universal answer, but certain stages help to better understand the process.

At the beginning of a project, we conduct a requirements analysis—defining the app’s goals, mapping out functions, and creating a plan of action. This stage usually takes from a few days up to 2 weeks, depending on project complexity.

Next is the UX/UI design phase. We create wireframes, prototypes, and interfaces to visualize how the app will look and function. A well-designed interface shortens later development stages and minimizes the risk of changes. This stage typically lasts 1 to 3 weeks.

The development stage is the most time-consuming—on average 4 to 12 weeks for a standard application, and several months for more complex systems. The timeline also depends on whether a web app, mobile app (iOS/Android), or both are being developed simultaneously.

After development comes the testing and deployment phase. We test the application across different devices, browsers, and operating systems, fixing bugs and optimizing performance. Finally, the project is deployed to the production environment.

On average, the entire process from idea to launch takes 8 to 16 weeks, though every project is unique. At Nugosoft, we plan the schedule together with the client to ensure timelines are realistic and aligned with business goals.

The most important point is that speed should never outweigh quality. It’s better to spend an extra week on testing and refining features than to launch a half-finished product that may cause more harm than good.