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Pricing Models We Rely On
ScienceSoft offers flexible pricing models tailored to the cooperation scope and the client’s budget limitations. Depending on the required services, we employ time and materials (T&M), time and materials (T&M) with a cap, fixed-price, subscription-based/per-ticket (for software support activities), or mixed model.
Explore our dedicated page to learn how we select an optimal pricing model for each particular development case.
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*The estimates provided are not ScienceSoft's official prices for software projects. We calculate the cost of each project individually based on the client's specific business situation and needs.
Software development cost ranges
- $30,000–$70,000 A cross-platform mobile app of moderate complexity.
- $150,000–$250,000 A native mobile app for a regulated sector (e.g., m-banking, telehealth).
- $30,000–$200,000 A standalone data science component (for forecasting, optimization, etc.).
- $200,000–$600,000 A specialized business solution (e.g., accounting, inventory, operations management, BI) of average complexity.
- $200,000–$300,000 A platform-based portal (e.g., ecommerce, insurance, healthcare) for the mid-market firm.
- $600,000–$4,000,000 A large-scale process automation system powered with advanced technologies (AI/ML, big data, IoT, blockchain, etc.).
Software maintenance and support prices
- $14–$40 per ticket L1–L2 application support.
- $3,000–$16,000+/month Software maintenance and L3 support.
Testing, security, and compliance costs
- $5,000 One-time performance testing for a mobile app.
- $5,000–$10,000 One-time penetration testing of a client-facing app.
- $5,000–$20,000 Compliance pre-audit (HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, etc.).
- $8,000–$16,000 Code review of back-office software.
- $20,000/month Continuous managed testing for a company with 3–5 constantly evolving apps.
For a more precise cost estimate, request a custom quote based on your project needs.
Understand the ROI for Your Software Initiative
ScienceSoft’s consultants are ready to provide a free return on investment (ROI) estimate for your solution and advise on the most feasible development approach for your case to help you confidently plan the project.
Use our ROI calculator to quickly measure an ROI and get an idea of your potential financial gains.
Why Businesses Choose ScienceSoft
- Since 1989 in software development and IT services.
- Over 4,300 success stories; more than 1,500 satisfied customers.
- 500+ seasoned software engineers, 50% of whom are seniors or leads with 9–20 years of experience.
- 48 certified project managers and Scrum masters having experience with development initiatives of various complexity, including large-scale projects for Fortune 500 companies.
- Practical knowledge of 30+ industries, including healthcare, insurance, investment, retail, and manufacturing.
- Quality-first approach based on a mature ISO 9001-certified quality management system.
- Robust security management supported by an ISO 27001 certification.
- Partnerships with Microsoft, AWS, and other technology leaders.
How ScienceSoft Optimizes Software Development Costs and Delivery Efficiency
Choosing cost-efficient architecture
We select the simplest architecture that meets current needs while supporting future growth. Avoiding premature complexity can reduce initial development effort by up to 30–50%.
Reusing proven components
We use proven frameworks, third-party services, and prebuilt components instead of building standard functionality from scratch. For standard enterprise functionality, this can cut implementation effort by up to 40%.
Automating software delivery
We automate testing, code and security checks, infrastructure provisioning, and deployment. Depending on the project, automated testing and deployment can reduce release preparation effort by 50–80%.
Applying AI where it delivers measurable value
Mature AI-assisted development practices can double developer productivity for routine coding tasks, reduce code review cycle time by up to 40%, and decrease overall effort for the same scope by 30–70%. AI use is client-approved and subject to expert review, security, and governance controls.
Eliminating unnecessary scope
We validate requirements against business value and prioritize must-have functionality. This can eliminate up to 15–25% of initially requested scope without affecting core business value.
Optimizing teams and long-term costs
We balance senior, mid-level, and junior specialists to avoid unnecessary staffing costs, while choosing maintainable technologies and continuously addressing technical debt to keep future development costs under control.
What Our Clients Say about ScienceSoft’s Pricing Approach and Service Quality
We particularly appreciate ScienceSoft’s flexible, client-oriented approach to cooperation and pricing, which helped us get the required scope of quality services on time and on budget.
The leadership provided by ScienceSoft was outstanding. They met the delivery dates on time and on budget, including the highly specialized projects for our most demanding customers.
We have experienced great cooperation from management in both departments, quick understanding of requirements, deep technical skills from assigned resources, and the company's commitment to time, price, and quality.
