Mikołaj Gramowski — Full-Stack App Developer
app developer
Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship
ABOUT ME & MY EXPERIENCE





PROJECTS (7)
Wellio (Self-Improvment)

AI Grammar Assistant

Deltaton

Artboard - Marketplace & Services for Artists

Intrend (AI Trend Analysis)

Piana - Smart Finance App

iPad App & Web Dashboard System

Hiring an App Developer: FAQs & Cost Guide
How much does it cost to build a custom mobile app with AI?
A custom mobile app with AI integration typically costs between $1,500 and $5,000 for a production-grade MVP. The final cost depends on feature complexity, cross-platform needs (iOS & Android), and AI model tokens.
Building with cross-platform frameworks like React Native or Flutter allows sharing up to 90% of the codebase, which significantly reduces the development budget compared to writing separate native iOS and Android apps.
Why hire a dedicated freelance app developer instead of an agency?
Hiring a dedicated freelance developer cuts out agency project management overhead, saving up to 40% in cost while ensuring direct, daily communication with the senior engineer writing the code.
Agencies often delegate work to junior developers while charging premium agency rates. A dedicated developer provides direct accountability, faster feedback loops, and consistent code quality.
What is the average timeline for custom software development?
A typical custom software development project takes 3 to 6 months from initial design to store release. This includes UI/UX designs, backend setup, database architecture, and store deployment.
I focus on building a high-fidelity Minimum Viable Product (MVP) first, allowing you to validate your app in the real market and collect user feedback before investing in secondary features.
What are the advantages of custom software development in Poland?
Poland offers top-tier software engineering talent with fluent English communication at highly competitive rates compared to US/UK agencies. Poland-based freelance developers charge between $25 and $35 per hour on average.
Poland is ranked among the top countries globally for developer skillsets, offering clean code, transparent project tracking, and full alignment with EU data protection (GDPR) compliance.
Comparison: Traditional Software Agency vs. Dedicated Freelancer
| Operational Parameter | Traditional Software Agency | Dedicated Developer (Mikołaj) |
|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Rate | $120 - $200+ (High overhead fees) | $25 - $35 (No overhead markup) |
| Developer Experience | Often delegated to junior/mid developers | Direct senior-level execution (5+ years) |
| Communication Flow | Multi-layered (PMs, Account Managers) | Direct Slack, email, and weekly syncs |
| Delivery Timelines | 6 - 12 months (due to bureaucratic steps) | 3 - 6 months (agile lean MVP focus) |
