ContactStrategy · Design · Engineering
Start with areal conversation.
Tell us what you're building. We'll tell you honestly what it takes — scope, sequence and the team that would run it.
Contact usStart a build
Tell us what you'retrying to ship.
Apps, AI systems or a website — send us the shape of it and a strategist replies within one business day with scope, timeline and a budget range.
Trusted by teams at:
- Sony
- Honda
- Guardian
- Marriott
- USC
- Maui Jim
- California State University
How we workTalk → Design → Build → Launch
One team, from first callto continued development.
Strategy, design and engineering carried by the same people — through launch, modernization and everything after. It starts with a call: free, 15 minutes, no obligation.
It starts with a call.
Free, 15 minutes, no obligation. You speak with a real product expert — not a sales script — about what you're trying to build, who it's for and what it should cost.
- Free 15 minutes
- No obligation
- Real product expert
Strategy, then screens.
Product definition, user flows and interface design. We shape what the product should be before anyone writes code, so engineering builds the right thing.
- Product definition
- UX/UI design
- Design system
Engineered to perform.
Mobile, web, backend and applied AI built by the same team that designed it. You review working software on real devices throughout, not at the end.
- Working software
- Weekly demos
- You own the code
And what comes after.
Store submission, release and monitoring — then modernization and continued development. A long-term product partner, not simply development capacity.
- Release support
- Modernization
- Continued development
FAQsStraight answers
Frequently askedquestions.
What makes WVE Labs different from other app development companies?
We're a digital product company, not a dev shop. Strategy, design and engineering sit under one roof, in-house since 2015, and the senior people you meet on the first call are the people who ship your product. Mobile has been at the heart of Wve for over a decade and remains one of our deepest areas of expertise.
Which platforms do you develop for?
Native iOS (Swift, SwiftUI), native Android (Kotlin, Jetpack Compose), cross-platform (React Native, Flutter), progressive web apps, wearables, and the web platforms and APIs behind them.
Do you offer both native and cross-platform development?
Yes — and we'll tell you honestly which one your product needs. Hardware-heavy, performance-critical or long-lived platforms usually earn native. Products optimizing for speed to market across both stores often do better on one shared codebase.
How long does it take to build an app?
A focused v1 typically ships in 10–14 weeks. Growth products run 4–7 months. Enterprise platforms with compliance and integration work run longer and are delivered in staged releases so value lands early.
How much does it cost to build an app?
Starter builds typically land at $25K–$60K, growth products at $60K–$200K, and enterprise platforms at $200K and up depending on workflows, integrations and compliance.
Can you help with maintenance and updates after launch?
Yes. We run ongoing platform and security maintenance, performance monitoring, feature rollouts and app store optimization with the same team that built the product.
How involved will I be in the process?
As involved as you want to be. We work in short sprints with demo builds on real devices, shared boards and open documentation — you see progress, tradeoffs and next steps in real time.
What industries do you serve?
Consumer products, media and entertainment, hospitality, financial services, education, automotive, healthcare and technology — including work for Sony, Honda, Guardian, Marriott, USC, Maui Jim and California State University.
Can you integrate AI or third-party APIs?
Yes. Applied AI is a standing capability: assistants, summarization, search, prediction, document processing and workflow automation, plus integrations across payments, EHRs, PMS, ERP, CRM and internal legacy systems.
Do you provide consulting before the project starts?
Yes. The first call is a 30-minute working session with a senior engineer. You leave with a feature breakdown, a compliance checklist and a realistic budget range — no pitch deck.
Do you sign NDAs to protect my idea?
Always, before any detailed discussion. Your concept, files, IP and communication stay confidential from the first consultation through deployment and beyond.
How do I choose the right development partner?
Ask who actually writes the code, ask to see products still live in the stores years later, and ask how they handle the boring parts — QA, compliance, releases and support. Those answers separate real product teams from resellers.