Updated for 2026 Rates
App Cost Calculator
Compare traditional agency prices vs. the AI Spec-First approach.
1. Target Platform
2. Design Quality
3. Features & Complexity
Users & Auth
Data & Admin
Monetization
4. Complexity Factor
Simple MVPPrototyeGrowthScale
Estimate
Traditional Agency Cost
$12,000 - $18,000
Context Ark Strategy:
- Reduce planning cost
- Build with AI coding tools
- Save ~80% on dev time
Implied AI Cost:
$2,400
Start here
Start free: diagnose → generate PRD → generate spec pack
Use the tools below to turn a brain dump into build-ready specs.