Mobile Apps for Solo Founders and Small Businesses
A mobile app is a program installed on iPhone or Android that lets people book, check information, or complete one focused task without opening a browser.
I build practical iOS and Android apps for solo entrepreneurs, small businesses, and private users who need something that works on a phone, not a massive product roadmap.
Remote delivery from Sweden for clients across Sweden and abroad. Pricing starts from 0 SEK where a short conversation is enough. Most projects are quoted after we agree on scope.
The Problem
Your customers live on their phones, but your business might only exist as a website, spreadsheets, or DMs. Booking, repeat orders, and quick updates feel clunky in a mobile browser.
Big agencies quote long timelines and prices that do not fit a solo operator or a small team. Off-the-shelf apps rarely match how you actually work.
The Solution
A focused mobile app built around one job: book a service, see job status, run a field checklist, or stay in touch with notifications. iOS, Android, or both, with scope you can afford.
You work directly with me from idea to App Store or Google Play. Clear quotes, test builds on your phone, and help when it is time to publish.
What I Build
Practical apps for people who run a business alone or with a small team, not enterprise rollouts.
iOS and Android apps
Native-feeling apps for iPhone and Android, or one cross-platform build when that fits your budget and timeline.
Customer-facing tools
Booking, account views, order status, and simple portals so customers can act from their phone without calling or emailing.
Field and solo-operator apps
Checklists, job notes, photo capture, and lightweight tools for trades, creators, and one-person businesses on the move.
Companion to your website
Apps that extend a site or web app you already have: notifications, faster repeat actions, and offline-friendly views where it helps.
Push notifications
Reminders, status updates, and simple alerts when customers or you need a timely nudge without opening email.
App store guidance
Help with App Store and Google Play setup, listings, and updates so you are not stuck on technical submission steps alone.
Why a Mobile App Helps
From 0 SEK to start the conversation when a short scoping call is enough
One developer you talk to directly, no handoffs through a sales team
Clear scope and written quote before billable build work
Focused first version instead of a bloated v1 nobody uses
Works alongside your existing website or tools when you have them
Ongoing updates and fixes available after launch
How It Works
A straightforward path from idea to an app on your phone and in the stores.
Map the idea
You describe the user, the one job the app should do, and who uses iPhone vs Android. We keep the first version small.
Scope and quote
You get a feature list, platform choice, timeline, and price before I start development. No surprise scope creep without agreement.
Build and test
I develop in stages with check-ins and test builds you can try on your own phone before wider release.
Launch and handover
Store submission support, documentation, and a clear path for fixes and future versions after go-live.
Pricing
Transparent start: from 0 SEK when a short call or scoping chat is enough. Full app projects are quoted from features, platforms, and timeline so you know the cost before build work begins.
From 0 SEK
Initial chat or light scoping
When a brief conversation is enough to see if an app makes sense, there may be no charge. If it becomes a build project, we agree price before I proceed.
- Honest take on whether an app is the right move
- Rough platform and scope options
- No surprise billing without agreement
Quoted by scope
iOS, Android, or both
Simple companion apps, booking flows, and field tools are priced from features, design work, backend needs, and store submission support.
- Written scope before development
- Test builds on your devices
- App Store and Google Play guidance
After launch
Updates and small fixes
Store updates, bug fixes, and small feature additions after launch. Billed hourly so you can buy only what you need.
- Release updates when stores require changes
- Fix issues found by real users
- Add small improvements in agreed chunks
Support retainer 10 hours
Flexible help when you need it
Prepaid block for ongoing improvements, incidents, or small projects.
- Applies to all services (web, automation, infrastructure)
- Priority handling for urgent issues
- Perfect for monthly or quarterly improvements
- Hours can be used by your whole team
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers about mobile apps for small businesses and solo operators.
What is a mobile app for small businesses?
A mobile app is software installed on iPhone or Android that lets customers book services, view their account, or use a focused tool on the go. For solo founders and small businesses, it is usually one clear job done well, not a copy of a big enterprise platform.
How much does a mobile app cost?
Pricing starts from 0 SEK for an initial chat or scoping call when that makes sense. Most apps are quoted after we agree on features, platforms, and timeline. A simple companion app costs less than a full product with login, payments, and admin tools. Apple Developer, Google Play, and other store licenses are paid by you separately.
Do you build for both iOS and Android?
Yes. I can target iPhone, Android, or both. For many small businesses, a cross-platform approach keeps one codebase and lowers cost. We pick the stack based on your users, budget, and whether you need native device features.
How long does it take to build a mobile app?
A focused first version often takes four to ten weeks depending on scope. Simple utility or companion apps can ship faster. Larger apps with accounts, payments, and admin views take longer. You get a timeline before development starts.
Do I need an existing website or backend?
Not always. Some apps stand alone with a small backend I build for you. Others connect to a website, booking system, or API you already use. We map what exists first so you do not pay to rebuild what already works.
Can you help with App Store and Google Play submission?
Yes. I guide you through developer accounts, store listings, screenshots, privacy notes, and review questions. You stay the account owner; I prepare the build and help you submit or update releases when you are ready.
Who pays for Apple Developer and Google Play?
You pay the license and account fees, such as the Apple Developer Program and Google Play Console. Those fees go directly to Apple or Google and are not included in my development price. I help you set up the accounts and submit the app, but you cover the licenses and any store fees.
Do you work with clients outside Sweden?
Yes. Mobile apps are built remotely for clients in Sweden and abroad, with clear milestones. You do not need to be near Sölvesborg to run an app project.
Ready to explore your app idea?
Book a short call or send a message with what you want the app to do and who will use it.
See related work
Web apps and sites that often pair well with a mobile companion.
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