Nowadays you will find everyone is using one or another kind of app in their smartphones. We have an app for everything be it entertainment, communication, food, music, sports, calendar and much more.

So, app developers are increasing day by day, the competition is increasing, so you need to make a top-quality app, otherwise you might lose your customers.

However creating even a basic app can cost you a lot if you hire a software development company or even a freelancer.

An app builder like Swing2app App Maker makes your life easier and reduces app development cost by providing you with a variety of free features, design templates, and other free app options. In addition to that it is a codeless app developer. You just need to add your required features to build an app. You can also analyse the statistics of your app using the analytics tool, all these features will definitely save your cost of developing an app.

So, if you want to create a cost as well as quality efficient app , just go to Swing2app. Swing2app is surely a free app developer, that means all features to create your app are free, but to publish your app you need to switch to paid version.

Swing2app provides lots of paid plans, for different developers requirement, by which they can create their dream app without incurring huge costs.

Let’s explore the various plans.

1.FREE VERSION

Swing2App is free for both app production and app operation. Therefore, users can use all the features for free without any restrictions.

The free version of the app created with Swing2App can only be downloaded and installed only on Android phones.

2.FREE COMMERCIAL VERSION

Best for: Those who want create and upload a basic app on Play store for free.

The free commercial version of Swing2App is the service that allows you to release a free app on the Play Store without having to pay for vouchers. It can be released on the Play Store but not in App Store.

So, if you want to release the app to the Play Store but are burdened by cost issues, you can apply for a free version app and use it freely. Apps created with the free commercial version can be used without restrictions, and Swing2App’s own ads will be displayed.

MAJOR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PAID & FREE VERSION

Swing2app provides paid packages under 4 categories on their online store:

• Voucher & Plans
• Tickets
• Swing2app plugins
• Swing2app packages

Let’s explore these paid packages.

1.Voucher & Plans

Users need to buy Vouchers when they want to upload the app on the app store/google play store, that they created using swing2app. Vouchers prices vary according to the duration.

Basic($33/month), Expandable($55/month) & Premium($100/month) packages may be chosen for 1 month, 6 months or 12 month as per the users need.

When you pay for any of the package, you get certain additional features, depending upon the package you choose along with the app commercialization.

It also includes a Budget Package which is specially made for long term users, it has all the features of Basic plan and you don’t need to purchase store upload ticket separately. It is for $330/24 months, which saves 50% of the users money if he opts for Basic plan for the same duration.

If you want to purchase additional storage for your app, you can buy Add Storage voucher from 2GB to 100GB per month, depending upon your need.

All the vouchers are applicable for only 1 application.

2.Swing2app Ticket

Swing2app Tickets are one time product, that means you have to purchase them only once for a single app. These are mainly for those users who want to upload their app to the app store & play store, without creating a developers account. Users can also purchase additional storage ticket if they need more storage than the voucher provides.

To upload your app on store purchasing other vouchers, either you need to create Appstore Developer Account ($99/year) for app store and Google Developer Account($25 one time) for google Playstore.

If you buy Swing2app App Store upload Ticket, you don’t need to create the Apple Developer Account. However, the same is not the case for Google Playstore upload ticket, where you still need to create a developer account worth $25(one time).Swing2app provides only Appstore developer account and not the Google Playstore developer account.

But if you don’t want to spend &99 annually on appstore developer account, due to any reason like you are creating only one app and don’t want to spend much. Swing2app provides store upload tickets for such users, it is quite cost efficient, for uploading 1 app:

1. On Playstore: buy Playstore upload ticket $5 only

2. On Appstore: buy Appsore upload ticket $20 only

Mobile web registration ticket ($20/month) for those who want to register their app as a website & they do not have a website. But you need to purchase either Expandable or Premium Package first as well as a domain separately and Swing2app will register your app as a website.

Swing2app also provides a package for those who want to send SMS texts to their users namely 1000 SMS Messages Package. This ticket can be used to send phone number verification and text messages to app members. We offer 1,000 SMS for $20. If you need to purchase more SMS, you can increase the number of SMS you want at checkout. These SMS can be used to Sign Up: Set up your phone number ID and send text messages to app members.

3.Swing2app Plugins

Swing2App plug-in products are optional products that include custom development by the development team, not regular paid products. They have certain additional features like monetizing your app using google AdMob which are not provided in other vouchers.

These are the lifetime deals, you need to buy these only once and just enjoy the benefits.

Plug-In with Google AdMob ($220): This product allows you to set AdMob ads on an app produced by Swing2app.This product is best for those who want to monetize their apps by allowing google ads on their app & getting direct 100% revenue.

WebView Lifetime Paid App: It is for those who already have a website & want to convert it to an app. Unlimited web view paid apps are available only for apps created in the Swing2app using WebView prototype.

You can use the app for unlimited without paying monthly fees.You can also apply the iPhone and Android integrated application, and if you use only the platform you want. You can also release your app on the Play Store and App Store.This plug-in is beneficial if you are planning a long term app use.

The prices vary according to the availability of iphone, android or both in-app integration:

WebView Lifetime Paid App(Android+iPhone)  $300

WebView Lifetime Paid App(iPhone)  $230

WebView Lifetime Paid App(Android)  $99

Push-only  Lifetime (Android + iPhone)($550): This plug-in is only for those who want to create a push only web app. 

Push app is a web app prototype, provided by Swing2app, in this your website is converted to an app looking exactly same as your website, and can send push messages to users who have installed the app.It is an integrated application for Android + iPhone, and you can use the app without paying monthly fees.

Push can be sent an unlimited number of times without any restrictions on the number of members or sending. You can also release your app on the Play Store and App Store after purchasing the store upload ticket. This plug-in is beneficial if you are planning a long term app use.

3.Swing2app Packages

Swing2app Packages are specially designed for the users who are planning to use their app for long term & also want the additional feature like additional storage, Admob plug-ins, etc.

These packages provide huge discount to the user as compared to buying all them separately for shorter duration.

Admob power Package($580/2 years): Admob Power Package is a product that consists of a Swing2App Basic Package for 2 years + Admob ad plugin setting product as a package, along with store upload tickets of both appstore & Playstore and is a product that can be used in a package at a lower cost than purchasing separately.

It is recommended if you are planning to use the app for a long time along with the Admob advertisements.

Large Package($500/1 year): Large Package is a product that consists of a Swing2App Basic Package for 1 year + 30GB additional storage, along with store upload tickets of both appstore & Playstore and is a product that can be used in a package at a lower cost than purchasing separately.

Large package products are recommended when you need to use a lot of app storage. 

Let’s look in detail.

1.BASIC PLAN

$33/MONTH

You get:

• Unlimited traffic – It allows unlimited new monthly user. New user means a new device on which your app is installed & every device has different id, to keep a check on traffic.
• App commercialization (Store available)-You can upload your app on the appstore and playstore.
• Send Unlimited Push-you can send unlimited push notifications to your mobile app users.
• 2GB storage capacity
• Unlimited posts-You can create unlimited posts, in which you can write, insert images, videos and links as well
• 100 Bulletin Boards (5 Chat rooms) -These 5 chat rooms help you in connecting 20 people.
• You can install shopping mall module- It’s a shop feature if someone wants to make e-commerce app, so adding items, payment, delivery details, schedules, etc are done in that
• In your app you can link 1 PAYMENT GATEWAY Company

2.EXPANDABLE

$55/MONTH

In addition to the Basic Plan you get:

• 10GB storage capacity
• 300 Bulletin Boards (10 Chat rooms) connecting 100 people
• Link with multiple PAYMENT GATEWAY
• Paid customization applicable

3.PREMIUM

$100/MONTH

In addition to the Basic Plan you get:

• 50GB storage capacity
• Unlimited Bulletin Boards
• Free Store Registration Agency
• Infinite Store upload tickets

SWING2APP PACKAGE PRODUCT PRICING

1.SWING2APP BUDGET PACKAGE

$330/2 YEARS

Best for: small business owners who want to create an app but don’t have much capital to invest.

• There is a 58% off on the price of the monthly basic product. Basic plan is $33 per month, which is $792/2years, but in this budget pack you get all the basic plan features at a much-reduced price.
• App commercialization (store available) – You can publish your app & commercialize it.
• App Store Upload ticket + Play Store Upload ticket – You don’t need to buy store upload tickets separately.
• Send Unlimited Push
• You can install shopping mall module -It’s a shop feature if someone wants to make e-commerce app, so adding items, payment, delivery details, schedules, etc are done in that
• 50 bulletin boards can be opened-Bulletin boards provide various features like: chat, map board, surveys, calendar, 1:1 chat and much more.
• You can open 4 group chat rooms & get 10 people connected.
• 500 MB Data storage

2.ADMOB POWER PACKAGE

$580/2YEARS

Best for: the developers who run a monetized app, like game apps monetize their app by allowing in-app advertising.

• Offer 245$ discount over individual purchases $825 →$580
• 2-year subscription of Swing2App basic paid app
• App Store Upload ticket + Play Store Upload ticket
• Send Unlimited Push
• Can install shopping mall module
• AdMob application plug-in (Android + iPhone settings)- You can add google ads to monetize your apps.
• App commercialization + Store available

3. LARGE PACKAGE

$550/YEAR

Best for: when you need to use a lot of app capacity

• Offer 557$ discount over individual purchases $1,107 → $550
• 1-year subscription of Swing2App basic paid app
• App Store Upload ticket + Play Store Upload ticket
• Send Unlimited Push
• Can install shopping mall module
• 30 GB additional storage
• App commercialization+Store available

SWING2APP PLUG-IN PRODUCT PRICING (LIFETIME PLANS)

The main advantage of lifetime plan is that you don’t need to buy monthly vouchers.

1. UNLIMITED WEB VIEW PLUG-IN

$300

Best for: developers/businesses who want to create web view app only from their pre-existing website & intend to use it for a long time.

• No need to buy a monthly ticket
• Unlimited Usage Period
• Unlimited paid products
• App commercialization (store available)

2.ADMOB APPLIED PLUGIN

$220

Best for: the developers who run a monetized app. Swing2app Provides Custom product that can put Google Admob ads in your app & intend to use it for a long time.

• Admob application can only be applied to paid version apps that paid for app licenses
• Android Phone + iPhone Integrated settings

3.PUSHONLY LIFETIME PAID APP ( Android + iPhone )

$550

Best for: the developers who want to make Push only web app & also want to send unlimited push notifications to their users.

The Push Only app is a web app style created by attaching a website to the app, and push sending is unlimited. This is only applicable for Push Only prototype of Swing2app.

4. CUSTOMIZE APP DEVELOPMENT

Best for: Developers who are interested in further details & want to create their app with the help of App Creation Agency and App Development & intend to use it for a long time.

• 1:1 custom app created
• Post-development of responsible engineer
• Detailed quotation after consultation

If you need an app development and app customization, you can send your app plan to help@swing2app.com

Different price packages for different time duration:

Different price packages for different Lifetime Plans $ Tickets:

HOW TO PURCHASE THESE PACKAGES?

You can purchase any plan as per your choice, after creating your app, on Manager page, Go to the Online Store & then choose, Vouchers & Tickets or Swing2app Plugins or Swing2app Packages, according to the plan you want to purchase.

You will be taken to that page where you can select the package and duration and simply buy it.

To know more about how to buy & use Swing2app paid packages refer these links:

Wondering which one should you choose?

Swing2app ensures to meet the demand of each type of developer with its variety of prices.

Let’s see what you should choose, depending upon your case.

Pricing Examples:

Swing2app paid products fall under two categories either the payment is paid on basis of duration(1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 2 years) or the payment is just for once as in lifetime products.

Following are some pricing examples, while reading keep in mind that some prices are term based and some are to be paid only once.

For how many days of a 1 month pass is valid?

You may wonder if the total number of days spent on a paid app ticket per month is 30 days, 31 days, or if the payment date varies from month to month.

The total number of days varies from month to month (there are 28 days, 30 days, 31 days) so the number of days per month set by the swing is 30 days. Therefore, 180 days of use for 6 months, and 360 days for 12 months.

You may also think, if it is 365 days or not just for a year payment, but it applies to the number of days calculated as 30 days per month.

*Each plan is applicable on only 1 app, while purchasing choose carefully the app for which you want to purchase for.

Creating app is made so affordable for all types of developers.

There is no unreasonable price nor separate production cost to pay for the variety of features you get to  use.

Create your own app and get started right away at a small cost.

Ever since the inception of mobile apps, the industry has seen immense growth in large and small organizations driving towards capturing the mobile platform.

Now that the users have been exposed to the instantaneousness, the need for real-time and on-demand services at the tip of the fingertips has become a norm.

To meet the demand curve and primarily to stay afloat in the cut-throat competition, there is little to no room for avoiding the adoption of mobility solutions.

It ripples down to scenarios where startups and SMEs cannot afford to lose the opportunities mobility solutions offer. They are looking to enter this arena with whatever resources they have.

Thus, as a new or small entrepreneur, you must know the prerequisites before entering into mobile app development for good.

Let’s start with the obvious.

Mobile app development Basics

1.Market research

If you do not have any specific idea in mind for what you want to create an app, studying the industry and market is the first thing to do. Analyse the demand and trends on the market to get insights into a profitable mobile app idea.

If you already have an app idea or want to develop an app for your existing business, you still need to take time to understand what your users want from your app.

2.Target Audience

Once you are clear on the type of app you want to develop, you need to bifurcate your targeted audience from the pool of users.

It includes identifying and setting the geographical regions you are going to target, study the demography of your potential users, and more.

3.Competitor Analysis

If you have a unique idea, there is a possibility someone else has it too. Therefore, you need to figure out whether you have a competitor, and if yes, what are their tactics.

Only when you outshine your competitors you will be able to establish a stronghold in the market to attract loyal customers and generate constant revenue.

Finally, let’s talk about the crucial prerequisites you must know before indulging into developing a mobile app.

Things to consider before starting with mobile app development

1.Mobility platform of choice

One of the primary decisions you will need to make for your mobile app development is determining whether you want to go native or hybrid.

In brief, native mobile applications are apps created specifically for a particular platform. From code, backend to designing an app, everything is done individually for Android and iOS platforms.

Looking at the graph below, we can see that Android holds a majority of the market share and is widely accessible by people. But Apple has its perks for businesses. Hence, the choice remains with your preferences

On the contrary, hybrid apps share the same base code and are created in a way that a single app performs well on both platforms. Hybrid app development is great for startups looking to invest in the mobile app for their brand, but do not have enough investment to create two separate applications.

Another option that you should look into is Progressive Web Apps (PWAs). These applications pose a low barrier to entry ideal for small businesses. PWAs are web apps designed for easy access via smartphones.

Bonus: If you already own a website for your business, you can enter mobile platform by converting your website into a functioning mobile app via a no-code app builder. Check out the video to know how..

2.App development team: company or freelancer?

Because of the increasing popularity of mobile apps and unprecedented demand for their development, many ways to create apps have come to the limelight.

Hiring a mobile app development company is one way to go about it. It is the most popular and standard way of developing impeccable mobile apps.

Since going for in-house app development is not an option, hiring a team from a dedicated company sounds feasible. Nevertheless, these companies charge hundreds of dollars per hour; something that can drain the capital of startups faster than anything.

Another option is hiring a freelance developer (or a team of freelancers) to work on your project.

The challenge here is they might not have the proper tools or latest tech-stack to give you an app with the potential to grab the attention of users. For instance, you will need a host server to take care of the backend of your app.

Besides, the app development process is an amalgamation of processes of Q/A testing, UI/UX designing, prototyping, and much more. Hiring a freelancer or even a team might not suffice to guarantee the effectiveness of your app.

Additionally, both of these options are not cost and time-efficient. For someone aiming for instant time-to-market, these two options might not work in favour.

3.Budget and time-to-market

Carrying over the last pointer from above, budget and time-to-market are other crucial elements for startups and small businesses to consider before the app creation.

A small business or startups does not have enough capital to invest in one product at once.

Even if you outsource your app development needs, the cost can cut a hole in the pocket from the start; an inevitable challenge that SMEs face. To this, a potential solution has come forward – no-code app creation platforms.

Speaking of time-to-market, most of the startups are about innovative ideas. If the idea gets leaked into the market or someone else launches a similar app in the market, the worst thing to happen is you losing the first mover’s advantage.

Therefore, releasing the beta version of your innovative app into the market is paramount for its success in later years. You will have you to find ways in which you can shorten the gap between the ideation and launching stages.

4.Infrastructure

What we mean by infrastructure here is a hosting server, along with a Cloud facility.

An app has two parts – user panel and admin panel. For you to handle your app, you will need a platform where all the information entered and related to your app users stays secure.

Some mid-sized or large companies may be able to host the backend of their app in their server, it is not an option for startups.

Thus, you will require a third-party hosting service provider for this purpose. However, the provider has to pass three parameters – reliability, security, and scalability.

Now, being a new entrant in this field, choosing one from a myriad of options is overwhelming. Without legitimate information about service providers, it becomes a challenge to find a reliable platform.

In retrospect, things will become complicated since you are developing your mobile app with one team of developers or a company and then seeking third-party hosting servers for this purpose

5.Use existing services and tools to your benefit

Time is money for every business and cost-effectiveness is a formula for success and sustainability. To that end, instead of investing in technologies and tools for mobile app development at once, you should find a more efficacious way to save up capital.

As mentioned above, there are many reliable third-party service providers for everything you will need for your app. For instance, you can leverage existing platforms for analytical servers, authentication servers, push notification servers, and so on.

Therefore, you will not need to build these servers from scratch and invest loads of money. So, try to find the best real-time solutions available for you to save huge bucks on your app development.

Is there a better alternative to expensive Native and Hybrid app development?

So far, we discussed the downsides of hiring a mobile app development company or a team of freelancers. We also talked about the time-to-market and the incredible budget you should have for either of these options.

Additionally, native and hybrid app development also requires developers of different programming languages and all the other necessary costs that come with it.

Instead of becoming overwhelmed and giving up on your vision to land your business model on the mobility platform, you have a third way out which is way more efficient for small businesses and startups.

Rapid mobile app development (RAD)

Behold the new entrant, the future of mobile app development. This agile software development methodology supports the rapid iterations and releases significantly reducing time-to-market as compared to the standard methods.

App builder platforms are a by-product of this innovative idea. These platforms have turned the whole development process into an effective DIY model. Now, individuals can create apps within minutes on these platforms and publish apps as well then and there.

RAD was introduced to minimize the barrier to entry for SMEs and startups and allow them to kickstart their mobility journey with the minimum investment.

Get started with Swing2App: a no code mobile app creation platform

Swing2App is a no-code app development platform where users can make apps themselves without having to write a single line of code. By providing relevant tools, the users can design, test, and add features to the scalable mobile apps.

Now, grab the opportunities that come with the first mover’s advantage and create beta versions of your apps within minutes. You can always add more features in the later versions.

Sans doubt, choosing an app creation platform over hiring a mobile app development company is the wisest choice. As for the infrastructure, Swing2App allows the hosting server facility and takes care of all your app’s backend needs.

Thus, you will not have to invest in other third-party hosting services since all you need is in one place.

Check out our introduction tutorial to get started.