Mobile & Web App Development South Africa
Custom mobile apps for iOS and Android — one codebase, faster delivery, built to scale.
We build Flutter apps for South African SMEs: field apps for teams on the go, customer portals, and operational workflows that replace manual processes.
What it is
Mobile and web app development at IKBI means custom apps built with Flutter (iOS and Android from one codebase), backed by Supabase or Firebase. We deliver field apps, customer portals, quote and invoice systems for trades, and internal tools that work offline and sync when online. For a practical comparison of approaches, see our Flutter vs FlutterFlow decision guide.
Who it's for
South African SMEs that need mobile-first solutions: teams in the field, service businesses with on-site customer interactions, and operations that still rely on spreadsheets or WhatsApp. We work across trades, logistics, insurance (e.g. our insurance risk and claims management platform for brokerages), and professional services.
How it works
We start with your workflows and scope, then design and build in phases. You'll see working builds early. We handle app store submission and provide source code and documentation. Typical timeline: 6–10 weeks for an MVP.
Pricing approach
We quote in ZAR based on scope. MVP apps typically start in the R80,000–R200,000 range. We'll give you a clear estimate after the first call. See our pricing philosophy.
Why IKBI
We've shipped Flutter apps for South African businesses — from field operations to claims management and customer portals. We understand local context, build for reliability (including offline), and hand over maintainable code.
Examples: TradeTrack, iMR, Choice Lux Cars
Proof / Real systems
We have delivered custom operational and workflow platforms for South African service businesses. See our operational workflow platform case study for a detailed example of what we build.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flutter app development?
Flutter is a framework that lets us build one codebase for both iOS and Android. We deliver native-quality mobile apps faster and at lower cost than maintaining two separate codebases. Ideal for field apps, customer portals, and business workflows.
How much does a mobile app cost in South Africa?
A typical Flutter app MVP is in the R80,000–R200,000 ZAR range depending on features. We quote in ZAR after understanding your workflows and scope. Simpler apps can be less; complex systems more.
Why Flutter instead of native iOS or Android?
One codebase for both platforms reduces time and cost by roughly 40–50%. For most SMEs, Flutter delivers the same performance and UX as native apps, with faster delivery and easier maintenance.
Do you handle app store submissions?
Yes. We handle submission to Apple App Store and Google Play: store listings, screenshots, and compliance. You provide developer accounts; we manage the technical submission.
Can Flutter apps work offline?
Yes. We build offline-first workflows where needed — e.g. field apps in areas with poor connectivity. Data syncs when the connection is restored.
Ready to build your app?
Let's discuss your mobile or web app requirements and map out the path to production.