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Quick Answer
Updated July 30, 2026
How much does SoftwareCrafting cost?
SoftwareCrafting pricing starts at USD 5,000 for fixed-scope software projects and USD 3,500 per month for dedicated engineers. The right model depends on scope clarity, timeline, product risk, and whether you need a defined build, ongoing product delivery, or senior technical leadership.
Fixed projects
From USD 5,000
Dedicated engineers
From USD 3,500/month
Quote path
Written proposal after project brief review
Best for
- Founders comparing build budgets
- CTOs planning dedicated delivery capacity
- Teams choosing between fixed scope and ongoing product pods
Not best for
- Hourly task marketplaces
- Projects where scope, ownership, and timeline are intentionally unclear
Choose how we work together
Not every project is the same. Pick the model that fits your stage and talk to us - we'll suggest the right structure.
Fixed-Scope Project
From $5,000
You have a clear product or feature in mind. We scope it, agree on a price, and deliver - no scope creep, no hidden costs.
Best For
MVPs, product features, redesigns, integrations
- Detailed scope & milestone breakdown upfront
- Fixed delivery timeline with weekly check-ins
- Full code ownership transferred at completion
- Post-launch support included (2 weeks)
Dedicated Team
From $3,500/month
You need ongoing engineering capacity - product improvements, new features, or a fractional CTO. We embed with your team.
Best For
Scaling products, long-term partnerships, startups
- Dedicated senior engineer(s) on your team
- Monthly scope reviewed & adjusted with you
- Direct Slack access to your engineer
- Pause or scale up with 2-week notice
Technical Consulting
Flexible - hourly or short-term
Architecture reviews, tech-debt audits, hiring help, or a second opinion before a big engineering decision.
Best For
CTOs, technical founders, pre-seed / seed startups
- Architecture & code review sessions
- Tech-debt assessment with priority map
- Engineering hiring process consulting
- Flexible: hourly or short-term engagement
Every engagement comes standard with
Common questions
Fixed-scope projects at SoftwareCrafting start at USD 5,000, and most launch projects fall between USD 15,000 and USD 80,000. The actual quote depends on scope, integrations, and timeline.
Senior dedicated engineers with 5+ years of experience start at USD 3,500 per month full-time. Pods of two to four engineers usually quote lower per-engineer rates.
Yes. Many clients start with a discovery sprint or proof of concept, then move into a fixed project or dedicated team once the scope is clear.
No. The proposal lists every line item: engineering, infrastructure, third-party SaaS, and post-launch support. Anything outside signed scope is quoted before work starts.
You do. All source code, repos, infrastructure config, and documentation are transferred to you on delivery or at any agreed handoff point.
Not sure which model fits? Let's talk.
We'll spend 30 minutes understanding your project and recommend the right engagement - no commitment, no sales pressure.