Pricing
We believe in transparent, upfront conversations about cost. The figures below are our example prices — set at around half of typical UK SMB market rates — to give you a rough idea. Every project is different; we'll give you a clear, no-obligation quote once we understand your needs.
All prices on this page are examples only. They are not binding quotes. Final cost depends on scope, timeline, and your specific requirements. Contact us for a real quote.
About our rates
Sacks Software Labs is a small, independent operation. We're self-taught and not part of a large agency — so we keep overheads low and pass that on in competitive, startup-friendly pricing.
- Rates are typically below London agency and many regional UK studios.
- We can work hourly, by day, or on a fixed-price project once scope is clear.
- No long-term lock-in; you own your code and can take it in-house or elsewhere.
- VAT may apply depending on your status; we'll clarify in your quote.
Time-based rates (examples)
For ongoing work, support, or when scope is hard to fix upfront.
| Type | Example range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly | £25 – £40 / hour | Small fixes, consulting, variable-scope work (UK SMB average ~£50–£80) |
| Half-day | £100 – £150 | Focused chunk of work (e.g. 4 hours) |
| Day rate | £175 – £275 / day | Full day of development or discovery |
Example project ranges
Rough guides for fixed-price or capped projects. Our prices are around half of typical UK SMB rates.
Simple brochure site
1–5 pages, contact form, mobile-friendly, basic SEO. (UK average £1,000–£2,000)
£500 – £1,000
Custom small business website
Multi-page, custom design, forms, optional blog or case studies. (UK average £2,500–£6,000)
£1,250 – £3,000
Web app / MVP (simple)
Single main workflow, auth, basic admin, one or two integrations. (UK average £6,000–£12,000)
£3,000 – £6,000
Web app (medium complexity)
Multiple roles, dashboards, reporting, APIs, more integrations. (UK average £10,000–£22,000)
£5,000 – £11,000
Mobile app (iOS / Android)
Native or cross-platform app, auth, offline capability, app store submission. (UK average £5,000–£12,000)
£2,500 – £6,000
Windows desktop software
Desktop application for Windows: tools, utilities, internal apps. (UK average £4,000–£10,000)
£2,000 – £5,000
Mac desktop software
Desktop application for macOS: native or cross-platform. (UK average £4,000–£10,000)
£2,000 – £5,000
Multi- / cross-platform app
One codebase for multiple platforms: mobile + desktop, or web + mobile. (UK average £8,000–£16,000)
£4,000 – £8,000
API or backend only
REST/GraphQL API, database design, auth, docs. (UK average £1,500–£6,000)
£750 – £3,000+
Maintenance & support
Ongoing updates, bug fixes, small features. Hourly or monthly retainer. (UK average ~£50–£80/hr)
From £25/hr or retainer
What affects the final price
- Scope — Number of features, pages, user roles, and integrations.
- Design — Off-the-shelf theme vs fully custom UI/UX.
- Content — Whether you provide copy and assets or need help.
- Timeline — Tight deadlines can affect resourcing and cost.
- Integrations — Payment gateways, CRMs, third-party APIs add time and cost.
Get a quote from us
Tell us about your project and we'll come back with a clear, no-obligation quote. We usually respond within 1–2 business days.