ClearPricingforSeriousProjects.
Most clients invest between $12,000 and $50,000+ depending on scope and complexity.
Fixed-price quotes. No hourly billing. No surprises.
Choose your starting point.
BUILDMVP & Early Products
6–8 weeks delivery
Validating ideas and launching quickly with a production-ready product.
- Up to 6 screens / core views
- Auth, CRUD, and database
- Secure API foundation
- Launch-ready architecture
- Documentation & handoff
Business Systems & Automation
8–12 weeks delivery
Replacing manual workflows and building operational systems that improve efficiency.
- 8–10 screens / views
- Role-based backend systems
- API + webhook integrations
- CRM / billing integrations
- Reliability + performance testing
- Documentation & training
Scalable Platforms & SaaS
10–16 weeks delivery
Revenue-generating platforms engineered for growth, performance, and long-term scale.
- 12+ screens / views
- Platform-level backend
- Advanced roles & permissions
- Complex integrations
- Monitoring + system stability
- Full QA + documentation
Enterprise Systems
16–24+ weeks delivery
High-performance, secure systems built for long-term operational demand at scale.
- Multi-system architecture
- Enterprise-grade backend
- Multi-tenant systems
- Security & compliance
- Observability + alerting
- CI/CD pipelines
All pricing is tailored to scope, complexity, integrations, and infrastructure requirements. You receive a fixed quote before any work begins.
Projects that need a tailored approach.
Some projects don't fit neatly into a tier. Complex architectures, multi-system integrations, or highly specialized builds are scoped individually through our Built-to-Spec process.
Typical investment
Scoped individually to your requirements
- Complex multi-system architecture
- Specialized domain requirements
- Custom infrastructure and deployment
- Long-term platform thinking built in
Most clients continue after launch.
Software isn't finished at launch. Ongoing retainers ensure your system stays reliable, secure, and continuously improving as your business grows.
Essential
Maintenance, bug fixes, and system stability for live applications.
- Bug fixes and incident response
- Dependency and security updates
- Monthly system health review
- Async engineering support
Growth
Ongoing development plus maintenance, for products that need to keep improving.
- Everything in Essential
- Feature development (defined scope)
- Performance optimization
- Priority response times
Product Partner
Dedicated engineering capacity for serious products with continuous development needs.
- Everything in Growth
- Dedicated monthly sprint capacity
- Architecture and roadmap reviews
- Direct engineering access
Retainer plans are available to clients whose systems are hosted on Northspec infrastructure.
The environment your system lives in.
Dedicated deployment, AI workload scaling, performance optimization, monitoring, security, and automated backups.
Monthly range
Per month + usage
Most projects follow a simple structure.
Scoped, fixed-price project. You know the cost before work begins.
Deploy, monitor, and resolve any post-launch issues.
Continuous development, maintenance, and system evolution.
Standalone automation work available as project add-ons or independent engagements.
n8n Workflow Setup
$3,000 – $8,000
Core Automation Systems
$1,000 – $2,500
Advanced Workflow Systems
$3,000 – $10,000
AI-Driven Automation
$5,000 – $15,000+
For teams with critical deadlines. Guaranteed earlier delivery windows, dedicated capacity, and accelerated execution at a premium.
Fixed-Price, Not Hourly
You know the full cost before work begins. No surprises, no runaway bills.
Scoped to Your Stage
A startup needs momentum. An enterprise needs governance. We price accordingly.
Built for the Long Run
Every project is designed with post-launch continuity in mind, not just delivery.
Common questions, straight answers.
Why is this more expensive than a normal website?
Because we don’t build “just websites.” We build systems - frontends, backends, integrations, and automation that actually run your business. Cheap builds cost more in the long run through breakdowns, rebuilds, and technical debt. We price for reliability, scalability, and long-term stability, not shortcuts.
Do you charge hourly or fixed price?
We price by scope and outcomes, not hours. Hourly encourages slow work, while scope pricing encourages efficient, high-quality delivery. You’ll always know your cost up front.
Can you do it cheaper?
If we reduced the price, we’d also have to reduce reliability, testing, support, and quality. We don’t compete on being the cheapest; we compete on being the team you don’t need to replace later.
Can’t we figure features out later?
No. “Figure it out later” turns into scope creep and blown timelines. We always define scope clearly first so your project stays predictable, stable, and successful.
What if I don’t need automation yet?
Perfect. Automation (n8n) is completely optional. We build a strong frontend and reliable backend first, making automation compatible for when you’re ready. No forced upsells.
Why is automation priced separately?
Because automation isn’t a feature - it’s infrastructure. It requires deployment, security, monitoring, and reliability engineering. Separating it keeps pricing fair and expectations clear.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes - for larger projects. Typically 50% upfront and 50% before deployment. For bigger builds, milestone options (40/30/30) may be available. We do not do “pay after delivery.”
Do I own the code when it’s done?
Yes. Once the project is paid in full, you own your code, your system, and your data. We earn relationships by trust, not dependency.
What kind of businesses is this NOT for?
We’re not the right fit if you’re looking for the cheapest option, a quick no-thinking website, unlimited revisions, or projects under $2,500. We work best with serious founders building real systems.
Let's Scope Your Project.
Tell us what you're building and we'll give you a clear, fixed-price quote before any commitment.