Apple Platform MVP Sprint
A production iOS and iPadOS app built from zero in 6–8 weeks. Solid SwiftUI architecture, an offline-first data layer with optional CloudKit sync, and an App Store-ready build — fixed scope, fixed timeline.
Timeline
6–8 weeks
Deliverable
App Store-ready build
Collaboration
Async-first
Investment
From €8,400
What the Apple Platform MVP Sprint is
Most startup iOS apps are built the wrong way. An agency delivers something that works but can't be extended. A freelancer moves fast but leaves architectural debt that costs three times as much to fix later. The MVP Sprint is a fixed-scope engagement where the entire technical foundation — not just the visible features — is built to production standard from the first line of code.
The goal is not just a working app. It is an app your next engineer can open in Xcode, read the structure, understand the decisions, and continue building without needing to rewrite anything. Every sprint follows Apple platform engineering standards: SwiftData for local persistence, CloudKit for sync when required, and App Store Review Guidelines compliance built in from day one.
Collaboration is async-first. You don't need to be available for daily stand-ups or engineering meetings. Weekly written updates keep you informed on progress. Decisions that require your input are packaged as clear, brief async questions — not ambiguous engineering discussions.
What gets built
SwiftUI architecture
Production-grade SwiftUI app with clean layer separation, composable views, and a state management pattern designed to scale with the product.
Core features
The feature set agreed in the scope document — defined before work starts. Every feature is built to App Store-shipping quality, not demo quality.
Offline-first data layer
Local-first data architecture using SwiftData. Works without a network connection and syncs cleanly when connectivity returns. No user data is lost between sessions.
Optional CloudKit sync
Cross-device sync using CloudKit when required by the product. Includes conflict resolution strategy and background sync configuration.
CI-ready project structure
Xcode project configured for CI/CD with scheme separation, test targets, and build settings structured for a team handoff or growing engineering team.
App Store-ready build
Final build prepared for App Store submission with correct signing, entitlements, metadata assets, and a compliance review before submission.
Sprint timeline
Scope lock and project setup
Final scope document signed off. Xcode project created with architecture skeleton, CI configuration, and base navigation. Development environment shared.
Core feature development
Primary feature set implemented against the agreed scope. Data layer and business logic built in parallel with the SwiftUI view layer.
Data sync, edge cases, and polish
CloudKit sync (if in scope), offline edge cases, accessibility basics, and UI polish applied across all screens. First testable build delivered.
Testing and App Store compliance
Functional testing, performance review, signing configuration verified, and Review Guidelines compliance checked. App Store build prepared.
Submission and handoff
App Store submission submitted or packaged for you. Full handoff document covering architecture decisions, known constraints, and next steps delivered.
Who this is for
The MVP Sprint is built for funded startups and product teams that need a native iOS app built correctly from the start. The ideal client has a validated product idea, a clear feature scope, and wants a technical foundation that won't need to be replaced after the first hire.
Good fit
- ✓Funded startups building their first production iOS app
- ✓Product teams with a defined feature scope and user research
- ✓Privacy-first products needing on-device data processing
- ✓Teams that need a handoff their own engineers can continue
- ✓Founders who want App Store quality from day one
Not a fit
- —Idea stage with no feature scope — define the product first
- —Looking for the lowest cost option
- —Needing React Native, Flutter, or web apps
- —Projects requiring 24/7 support or immediate turnaround
Pricing
Base price covers a standard iOS and iPadOS app with up to 5 core screens, a local data layer, and App Store submission. Larger feature sets, Apple Watch targets, or complex sync requirements are scoped separately. Apply with a feature description and receive a fixed quote before committing.
50% upfront, 50% on App Store submission. No hourly billing. No surprise invoices.
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Ready to build your iOS MVP?
Apply with a brief product description and your core feature list. A fixed scope and quote is returned within 1 business day.