One of the first questions every founder asks is:

“How much will it cost to build my MVP?”

If you Google it, you’ll get answers ranging from $5k to $200k, which is… not helpful.

So here’s a real, transparent breakdown based on:

• 60+ MVPs we’ve delivered
• Work done across Bubble, React, Next.js, and AI
• What real founders actually pay in 2025

This guide will save you weeks of confusion — and thousands of dollars.

💰 The Short Answer: Most MVPs Cost $3,500 – $15,000

This depends on:

• Complexity
• Features
• Design needs
• Whether you use Bubble or code
• Whether you hire a studio or freelance developer

But 90% of early-stage founders fall into this range.

If someone quotes you $40k+ for a simple MVP?
Run.

🧩 What Actually Affects MVP Pricing?

There are 4 main factors:

1️⃣ Features (the real cost driver)

Every feature has a cost:

• User accounts → $300 – $600
• Database + admin dashboard → $500 – $1,500
• Stripe or subscriptions → $400 – $1,000
• AI features (OpenAI, embeddings, automation) → $500 – $2,000
• Messaging, chat, notifications → $600 – $1,500
• Scheduling, bookings, calendars → $800 – $2,000

Your MVP should only include the core workflow — nothing else.

This alone can cut the cost in half.

2️⃣ Which stack you choose

🟣 Bubble.io MVP pricing

Fastest + cheapest for logic-heavy apps.
Typical range: $3,500 – $8,000

Perfect for:

• SaaS
• Marketplaces
• Client portals
• Dashboards
• AI tools

Hiring a Bubble developer or studio that specializes in MVPs is often the fastest route.

🔵 React / Next.js / Supabase MVP pricing

More flexibility, more custom logic.
Range: $7,000 – $20,000

Used for:

• API-heavy apps
• Real-time mobile experiences
• Custom auth
• Native React Native apps

This is where you want a studio with full-stack expertise.

🧠 Hybrid (Bubble + Supabase + AI)

The best of both worlds.
Range: $6,000 – $12,000

This is what we use at JetBuild Studio when we want:

• No-code speed
• Real backend logic
• Better performance
• Scale without rebuilding everything

This hybrid architecture is why we ship in 3–6 weeks.

3️⃣ Design requirements

Design adds cost — but only if you overdo it.

For an MVP, you don’t need:

• A brand book
• 8 layout options
• Custom animations
• Ultra-fancy UI

A clean, modern, functional layout wins.

4️⃣ Who you hire

Here’s the industry truth:

Most early founders choose the small studio route — best combination of speed, price, and quality.

⚠️ The Hidden Costs Nobody Talks About

A lot of founders are surprised by these:

1. App hosting

Bubble → $29–$129/mo
Supabase → $25–$100/mo
Vercel → $20–$50/mo

2. Third-party tools

OpenAI, email services, file storage, etc.

3. Post-launch changes

Expect minor adjustments after real users touch it.

These aren’t huge, but worth knowing.

🚀 How to Reduce Your Cost by 50%

Here’s the secret:

Build less. Launch faster. Validate sooner.

We cut founder’s costs in half by:

• Removing non-essential features
• Replacing code with no-code where possible
• Merging multiple screens into one flow
• Using prebuilt authentication
• Using templates for admin dashboards
• Leveraging AI for automation instead of code

Most founders think they need 20 features.
They usually need… 4.

🧠 Real Examples (From Our Studio)

MVP that cost: $3,500

• Login
• Stripe
• Dashboard
• Basic workflow
• Email notifications

MVP that cost: $8,000

• Multi-role user system
• Scheduling + bookings
• AI text generator
• Admin panel

MVP that cost: $14,000

• React Native app
• Real-time database
• Chat + media uploads
• Complex onboarding

Each solved the founder’s goals without overbuilding.

📌 Final Verdict: What Should YOU Budget?

Here’s the honest, founder-friendly breakdown:

Anything beyond that is not MVP territory — it’s full product development.

📞 Want a precise quote for your MVP?

We’ve shipped 60+ MVPs across SaaS, marketplaces, fitness, AI, e-commerce, and mobile apps.

If you want a fast, transparent quote:

👉 Email: douglas@jetbuildstudio.com
👉 Contact: https://jetbuildstudio.com/contact
👉 Book a call: https://jetbuildstudio.zohobookings.com

No fluff. No upsell. Just a real roadmap + real pricing.

Let’s build your MVP.

— Douglas Maringa
Founder, JetBuild Studio