App Development in Chicago
Mobile App Development For Chicago Businesses
Chicago builds, moves and finances things. We make practical mobile apps for its logistics, manufacturing and financial companies, focused on real work getting done.
Practical Apps For Chicago Industry
- Built for working teams
- ERP and system integrations
- Reliable offline support
- Same time zone as Austin
As a national freight hub with deep roots in manufacturing and finance, Chicago has many businesses where a mobile app is a working tool, not a marketing exercise. The measure of success is simple: fewer errors, less paperwork and information reaching people when they need it.
We start by watching how the work is done today, then build for it, with a focus on reliability and easy adoption by busy staff. Central time overlaps neatly with our Austin team, so conversations are easy to schedule.
Apps For Chicago's Key Industries
Where we see mobile making the biggest difference for local businesses.
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Freight & Logistics
Dispatch, tracking and proof-of-delivery apps for a national hub.
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Manufacturing
Inspection, maintenance and shop-floor reporting tools.
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Financial Services
Secure client, insurance and trading apps.
App Development Services
Every kind of mobile project, delivered by one team.
- Mobile App DevelopmentiOS, Android and cross-platform apps designed, built and supported by one team — from first prototype to millions of users.Learn more
- Android App DevelopmentNative Android apps built with Kotlin and Jetpack Compose that perform smoothly across the huge range of Android devices.Learn more
- iOS App DevelopmentNative iPhone and iPad apps built with Swift and SwiftUI that feel at home on Apple devices and pass App Store review smoothly.Learn more
- Cross-Platform App DevelopmentOne codebase, two app stores — cross-platform apps that cut cost and time to market without compromising on user experience.Learn more
- Flutter App DevelopmentHigh-performance Flutter apps for iOS, Android and web, with pixel-perfect custom UI and a single, maintainable Dart codebase.Learn more
- React Native App DevelopmentReact Native apps that share code and talent with your web team, delivering native iOS and Android experiences from one JavaScript codebase.Learn more
- App Maintenance & SupportOngoing app maintenance — OS updates, bug fixes, monitoring, security patches and improvements — that keeps your app stable and highly rated.Learn more
Got an app idea for the Chicago market? Let's scope it.
Book A Free ConsultationHow Much Does App Development Cost?
Three clear packages, from a $2,999 cross-platform app of up to 8 screens to enterprise and SaaS products. Each one includes design, testing, store submission help and post-launch support.
Essential
Up to 8 screens$2,999
Best for startups and small businesses launching their first mobile app.
- Cross-platform app for iOS and Android
- Up to 8 custom-designed screens
- Custom UI/UX design
- User registration and secure login
- Basic database integration
- Push notification setup
- Simple API integration
- Mobile responsive layouts
- Basic analytics and crash reporting
- App Store and Play Store submission assistance
- 2 revision rounds
- 30 days post-launch bug support
Estimated delivery: 4–6 weeks
Get StartedProfessional
Up to 20 screens$6,999
Best for growing businesses requiring advanced functionality and scalable apps.
- Everything in Essential
- Up to 20 custom-designed screens
- Advanced UI/UX and interactive prototypes
- Custom backend and API development
- Payment gateway integration
- In-app purchases or subscriptions
- User profiles and role-based access
- Real-time chat or messaging
- Advanced push notifications
- Up to 3 third-party integrations
- Basic web-based admin dashboard
- Performance and security testing
- App Store and Play Store submission assistance
- 3 revision rounds
- 60 days post-launch bug support
Estimated delivery: 8–12 weeks
Get StartedEnterprise
Custom screen countCustom
Best for enterprise applications, SaaS platforms, and complex mobile solutions.
- Everything in Professional, as applicable
- Custom native or cross-platform development
- Swift, Kotlin, Flutter or React Native
- Advanced backend and cloud architecture
- AI-powered features and automation
- CRM, ERP and third-party API integrations
- Ecommerce and marketplace functionality
- Advanced real-time features and data sync
- Offline functionality and cloud synchronisation
- Multi-language and multi-region support
- Custom dashboards and admin portals
- Advanced security and performance optimisation
- Scalable database and cloud deployment
- Dedicated project manager and developers
- Priority technical support and maintenance options
Timeline and pricing based on project scope
Request a QuoteFinal pricing is confirmed after a discovery workshop and feature scoping.
Our App Development Process
A proven process that gets working builds onto your phone early and keeps you involved all the way to launch.
- 01
Discovery & Strategy
We clarify goals, users, competitors and the features that matter most for the first release.
- 02
UX & Prototyping
We map journeys and build clickable prototypes to test with users before development.
- 03
UI Design
Platform-appropriate interfaces designed for iOS and Android conventions.
- 04
Agile Development
Fortnightly sprints deliver installable builds you can test on your own device.
- 05
Testing & QA
Device testing, automated tests, performance and security checks before release.
- 06
Launch & Growth
App Store submission, monitoring, updates and feature development after launch.
App Development in Chicago FAQs
Do you have an office in Chicago?
Our head office is in Austin, in the same time zone, and we work with Chicago clients remotely.
Can your apps connect to our ERP?
Yes. We integrate with ERP, warehouse and finance systems through APIs or middleware.
How much does a business app cost?
Our packages start at $2,999 for up to 8 screens and $6,999 for up to 20 screens with a custom backend. Enterprise integrations are priced on scope.
Will our staff actually use it?
That's what we design for. We involve the people who'll use the app early on and keep the screens simple.
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