Engineering Insights
Real experiences from building software that ships. No fluff, just practical knowledge from our engineering team.
How to Reduce App Maintenance Costs Long-Term
A practical guide to reducing long-term app maintenance costs in 2026 through better decisions, architecture, and process—not shortcuts.
App Store Launch Checklist (Real-World Version)
A practical, no-fluff checklist for launching a mobile app in app stores in 2026. What actually matters, what breaks launches, and what teams forget.
Why App Redesigns Fail (And How to Avoid It)
A realistic breakdown of why most app redesigns fail in 2026, what teams misunderstand about redesigns, and how to do them without breaking the product.
iOS vs Android First: A Cost & Risk Comparison
A realistic comparison of launching iOS-first vs Android-first in 2026, including cost, risk, timelines, and long-term tradeoffs.
React Native vs Flutter: What We Use for Production Apps
A real-world comparison of React Native and Flutter in 2026, based on production experience—not hype. What we choose, why, and when.
How Much Does a Mobile App Cost in 2026?
A realistic breakdown of mobile app development costs in 2026, from $5k prototypes to $250k+ production apps. Real numbers, real tradeoffs.
Fixed Price vs Time & Material: What Founders Get Wrong
A practical, no-fluff breakdown of fixed price vs time & material software contracts in 2026, and why founders often choose the wrong model.
Choosing a Tech Stack in 2025: What We Actually Use
A practical, experience-based guide to choosing a tech stack in 2025. No hype, no trends—just what works in production and why.
Why Most MVPs Fail Before Market Validation
An honest breakdown of why most MVPs fail before market validation in 2026, what teams misunderstand, and how to avoid building the wrong thing.
How Long Does It Really Take to Build a SaaS MVP?
A realistic, step-by-step breakdown of how long it actually takes to build a SaaS MVP in 2026, what slows teams down, and how to ship faster without cutting the wrong corners.
Custom Software vs SaaS: When Building Is a Mistake
An honest comparison of custom software vs SaaS in 2026. When building makes sense, and when it’s an expensive mistake.
In-House vs Software Agency: What Actually Costs More?
A realistic comparison of in-house development vs software agencies in 2026. Real costs, hidden tradeoffs, and when each option makes sense.
MVP Development Cost Breakdown (Real Numbers)
A realistic breakdown of MVP development costs in 2026, with affordable ranges, tradeoffs, and what you should actually pay for a first version.
FeaturedHow Much Does Custom Software Cost in 2026?
A realistic, Bear-style breakdown of custom software development costs in 2026. Real ranges, real tradeoffs, and when $5k makes sense versus $250k+.
Have a project in mind?
Let's talk about how we can help you build something great.