Will this actually help you?
Run the numbers
Your numbers
People already using your website, Instagram, or WhatsApp regularly.
Share of existing users who would actually install an app.
Repeat purchases, subscriptions, or bookings you expect per app user.
Basic is a single core flow. Standard adds accounts and payments. Advanced adds real-time features and integrations.
The verdict
Ready to build
At 5,000 existing users and a 8% install rate, expect roughly 400 installs generating $386 a month. That pays back the Standard build in about 8.6 months.
Projected installs
At this install rate
Monthly app revenue
From installed users
Build cost
Standard tier
Payback period
Revenue vs. build cost
Maintenance is modeled at roughly 1.5% of build cost per month. That covers hosting, bug fixes, and OS updates. Real revenue per user varies widely by category. Use your own retention numbers if you have them.
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