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