Pricing & engagement
Fair pricing, built around your budget.
Every project is different, so we quote each one to scope rather than forcing you into a fixed package. Here's exactly how we think about price — and how we keep it accessible.
Our pricing philosophy
Three commitments behind every quote
Our effective rates sit well below large consulting firms — without compromising on quality — because we work in lean, focused teams and proven frameworks.
Accessibility
We price for South African SME realities. Phased delivery and flexible terms keep professional software within reach of real budgets.
Transparency
No hidden fees or surprise invoices. You see exactly what's included, what it costs and why — in plain language.
Value over hours
Where we can, we tie price to business value, not just effort — so the investment is justified by the return it creates.
Engagement models
Ways to work with us
We'll recommend the model that fits your situation, cash flow and risk appetite.
Project-based
A fixed, scoped quote for a defined build. Best when requirements are clear and you want budget certainty.
Best for: Websites, apps and platforms with a defined scope
Phased / MVP
Break a larger build into funded stages — ship a core MVP first, then expand based on real usage and proven value.
Best for: Larger products and startups managing risk
Monthly retainer
Predictable monthly support and maintenance — hosting, updates, monitoring and priority response.
Best for: Live systems that need ongoing care
Advisory & Fractional CTO
Senior technical guidance on a retainer — strategy, architecture and vendor decisions without a full-time hire.
Best for: Businesses needing direction before they build
Startups & founders
For early-stage ventures with strong potential but limited capital, we're open to creative arrangements — deferred payment, phased budgets, or partnership models. Let's talk about what makes your idea work.
A worked example
What a typical project looks like
Here's how a custom web app might run over roughly 10 weeks — broken into phases, each ending in a clear milestone and a payment you only release once it's met. Every real plan is tailored to scope.
Weeks 1–2
Phase 1 — Discovery & Design
Approved scope & interactive prototype
40% deposit to begin
Weeks 3–6
Phase 2 — Core Build (MVP)
Working MVP demoed to you
30% at midpoint
Weeks 7–9
Phase 3 — Finishing & QA
Tested, secure, production-ready build
Week 10
Phase 4 — Launch & Handover
Go-live, training & documentation
30% on completion
How a quote is built
What shapes your price
A quick discovery conversation lets us scope accurately. These are the main factors:
- Scope and complexity of features
- Number of integrations and data sources
- Design and user-experience depth
- Timeline and urgency
- Scale, performance and security needs
- Ongoing support and hosting
Always included
- Full ownership of your code, data and accounts
- A clear written proposal before any work starts
- Milestone billing so you're never over-exposed
- Training and documentation at handover
- A post-launch warranty period on every build
- An honest recommendation — even if it's 'don't build this'
Want a number? Let's scope it together.
Tell us what you're trying to build, automate or scale, and we'll come back with a clear, itemised proposal — free, with no obligation.
Request a custom quoteLet's build something that scales.
Book a free 30–60 minute consultation. We help first, sell second — you'll leave with clarity whether we work together or not.