From concept to App Store in 12 weeks. Senior engineers, transparent sprints, and a dedicated project manager — no offshore handoffs, no surprises.
We build production-grade iOS and Android apps for startups, scale-ups, and established enterprises across Australia.
Typical agencies take 6–9 months. Our structured sprint methodology delivers a v1 in 12 weeks without cutting corners on architecture or testing.
We write comprehensive unit and integration tests (90%+ coverage) and include a 60-day stability warranty — so your launch isn't followed by a firefight.
Every client gets a dedicated project manager, weekly sprint reviews, and a real-time dashboard. No offshore middlemen, no "we'll get back to you."
We quote fixed-price for each sprint with a clearly documented scope. Any change request is quoted before work begins — zero surprises on your invoice.
A transparent, four-phase process designed for speed without sacrificing quality. Every milestone is gated by client sign-off.
We map user flows, define MVP scope, audit your competitors, and produce a technical architecture document. You get a clear roadmap and a fixed-price quote for Phase 1.
High-fidelity Figma prototypes for every screen, with micro-interactions and accessibility built in. You review and approve each screen before any code is written.
Two-week sprints with daily standups, automated CI/CD, and a staging environment you can test live. We ship working features every sprint, not just slides.
App Store/Google Play submission, performance monitoring, crash reporting, and a 60-day post-launch warranty. We stay on until you're fully comfortable.
Real feedback from founders and product leaders who have worked with our team.
"AppForge took our fintech concept from a Figma file to a fully functional iOS app in 11 weeks. The code quality was exceptional — our internal audit found zero critical issues. Highly recommend for any Melbourne startup."
"We had been burned by two offshore agencies before. AppForge's transparent sprint process and weekly demos gave us total confidence. Our Android app launched on schedule and under budget."
"The post-launch support has been outstanding. When we needed a critical update six weeks after going live, the team responded within hours. That kind of partnership is rare."
Common questions about mobile app development with AppForge in Melbourne.
Our standard timeline is 12 weeks from kickoff to App Store submission for a well-defined MVP. Complex apps with extensive backend integrations or advanced features (AR, real-time sync, AI) typically take 14–18 weeks. We provide a detailed timeline during the discovery phase based on your specific requirements.
We build native iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin) apps, as well as cross-platform solutions using React Native or Flutter where appropriate. Our team evaluates your target audience, performance needs, and budget to recommend the best approach. Most Melbourne clients prefer native for consumer-facing apps and cross-platform for internal enterprise tools.
Yes. Every project includes a 60-day stability warranty covering critical bug fixes and emergency patches. We also offer ongoing maintenance retainer packages that include OS updates, feature enhancements, server monitoring, and 24/7 incident response. Many clients continue with us for iterative development after launch.
You own 100% of the code, designs, and intellectual property from day one. We sign a standard IP assignment agreement before any work begins. Source code is delivered via your private GitHub repository, and we retain no rights to your product. NDAs are standard and signed upfront.
We use a fixed-price-per-sprint model after the initial discovery phase. Each sprint (two weeks) has a clearly defined scope, deliverables, and cost. This eliminates scope creep and gives you full budget control. Typical MVP projects range from $45,000 to $95,000 AUD depending on complexity. We provide a detailed quote after the discovery workshop.
Absolutely. We frequently collaborate with in-house design and product teams. We can integrate into your existing workflows, attend your standups, and use your project management tools. We also offer staff augmentation for specific skill gaps — for example, if you need a senior iOS engineer for a 6-week sprint.
Book a free 30-minute consultation with our technical director. We'll discuss your idea, map out a rough timeline, and give you a ballpark estimate — no obligation, no pressure.
Our team works from our studio in Fitzroy, with clients across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth. We meet in person for key milestones and work remotely via Slack, Notion, and weekly video calls.
We operate with full transparency regarding our development processes, data handling, and legal obligations as an Australian technology services provider.
All client data is stored on Australian-based servers (AWS Sydney region) with encryption at rest and in transit. We comply with the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). Regular third-party security audits are conducted annually.
Full IP assignment is included in every engagement. Source code, designs, documentation, and any proprietary algorithms developed for your project are your exclusive property. We sign NDAs before any discovery work begins.
Every codebase undergoes automated linting, static analysis, and comprehensive testing (unit, integration, UI). We enforce a minimum 90% test coverage threshold and conduct peer reviews for every pull request. Our CI/CD pipeline runs on GitHub Actions.
For clients in regulated sectors (fintech, health, insurance), we can adapt our workflows to meet specific requirements including PCI DSS scoping, HIPAA-style data handling, and SOC 2-type controls. We maintain detailed audit trails for all development activities.