The mobile app agency built for business owners
Types of apps
Health & Wellness
Education & Training
Event & Conferences
People & Workplace
Media & Podcasts
eCommerce & Shopify
Sports Teams & Leagues
Travel & Tourism
Construction
Types of apps
Education & Training
Event & Conferences
Health & Wellness
People & Workplace
Media & Podcasts
eCommerce & Shopify
Sports Teams & Leagues
Travel & Tourism
Construction
Custom mobile app development made simple
App design & development
Beyond templates, built for your brand
White-glove app store publishing
We handle getting you live
Training & ongoing support
You own it & run it. We're always here
See what we can build together
Why businesses choose Buildfire
We're building on a decade of proven infrastructure, not starting from scratch.
Save months and thousands
Traditional agencies charge steep prices and set lengthy timelines to build your app from zero. Where AI builders generate fresh code that’s never been fully user tested.
We give you the reliability of tested features with the flexibility to make them unmistakably yours. Which translates into our design and development teams being extremely efficient which saves you time and money.Run your app like you run your business, independently
After launch, you’re in the driver’s seat. We’ll train you on our platform so you can update content on the fly, push notifications directly to your users’ phones, analyze user behavior with built-in analytics, and more. All without opening a support ticket, waiting on a developer, or adding to your monthly bills.
Hands-on training and support
Here’s what partnership means to us: dedicated account manager, dedicated project manager, weekly check-in calls, transparent roadmap tracking, and training and priority support post-launch.
We don’t just build your app and wave goodbye. We’re invested in your success because when you win, we win. That’s the “Built With You” promise.
Why businesses choose Buildfire
We're building on a decade of proven infrastructure, not starting from scratch.
Save months and thousands
Run you app like you run your business, independently
Hands-on training and support
Why businesses choose Buildfire
We're building on a decade of proven infrastructure, not starting from scratch.
Built on proven infrastructure, not from scratch
- 10+ years of platform development and refinement
- Hundreds of battle-tested features powering real businesses
- Wellness businesses take bookings and manage client histories, Podcasters publish episodes and grow subscribers, Educators deliver courses and track completion, and more.
Faster than agencies, more reliable than AI
- Our teams work efficiently because we perfect what already works
- Traditional agencies build from zero with long timelines & steep price tags
- AI builders generate untested code that’s never seen a live environment
Run your app independently, from day one
- Update content instantly without submitting tickets
- Send push notifications directly to users
- Get insights into user behavior and app analytics
- Export your data whenever you need it
We don't build and bail
- Dedicated Account Manager & Project Manager assigned to you
- Weekly check-ins and transparent roadmap
- Comprehensive training for you and your team
- Priority support that doesn’t disappear post-launch
Our app design & development process
We map it out together
Your app comes to life
We navigate the app store maze for you
You're in control, we're always available
Ready to see your idea live in the app store?
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost?
Every app is custom-scoped based on your features, integrations, and complexity. That said, most clients invest anywhere between $5,000-$15,000, a fraction of the $50k-$500k traditional agencies charge.
On your discovery call, we’ll discuss your budget honestly and build a proposal that maximizes value without the bloat. No hidden fees, no surprise bills. Just transparent pricing based on what you actually need.
How long does it really take?
Most apps take 6-8 weeks to build and another 2 weeks to publish. Total timeline: 8-10 weeks from kickoff to going live in Apple iOS and Android app stores.
What affects the timeline? Securing your businesses’ Apple and Google developer account, feature complexity (basic app vs. advanced integrations), content readiness (do you have images/copy prepared?), and your responsiveness during review cycles.
What if I need changes after launch?
You own the Control Panel, which means you can make content updates, send notifications, manage users, and tweak features yourself, no developer needed.
For bigger changes (new features, design overhauls, advanced integrations), we offer ongoing support packages or one-off projects. Many clients use us as their “internal dev team” on retainer for a few hours a month. It’s flexible.Do I need technical skills to manage my app?
Nope. The Control Panel is built for non-technical users. If you can manage a website or send a newsletter, you can run your app with Buildfire.
We provide thorough training during Phase 4, complete with video walkthroughs and documentation. Plus, your account manager is always a message or call away if you get stuck. We’ve trained church pastors, gym owners, and tour guides, if they can do it, you can too.
What happens if my app gets rejected from the app store?
To get ahead of a possible app store rejection, in our kick-off meetings and check-ins, our team of experts will flag any potential issues that might impact app submission and troubleshoot in real time.
With a 95%+ approval rate, rejection is rare, but it does happen occasionally. When it does, we handle it. We’ll review Apple or Google’s feedback, make the necessary adjustments, and resubmit on your behalf. You’re never left figuring it out alone. This is why white-glove publishing support matters, we own the outcome, not just the attempt.
Will I own my user data?
Yes. 100%. You can export and download user data.
How is this different from using an AI app builder?
AI builders like Lovable, Replit, and Build44 are great for quick prototypes, but they fall short on three critical things:
Real publishing: AI tools can’t navigate app store requirements. 95% of DIY attempts fail. We’ve done this 10,000+ times with a 95%+ success rate.
Advanced features: AI can generate basic UIs, but it can’t reliably build complex integrations, compliance features, or sophisticated business logic that real apps need.
Ongoing support: AI gives you code and wishes you luck. We give you a team, training, and long-term partnership.
Think of it this way: AI gets you 60% of the way there fast. We get you 100% of the way there and into the app stores.