# An Actually Honest Breakdown How Much Does It Cost to Build an App

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Podcast: [Phoenix App Development | Net-Craft.com](https://stenobird.com/podcast/phoenix-app-development-net-craft-com-7048700)
Published: 2026-01-06T12:54:01+00:00
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## Resource

This article is an honest, no-nonsense look at app development pricing in 2026. We are going to peel back the curtain on development tiers, platform choices, and the hidden costs that often catch business owners by surprise.

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