How a custom software project works: from discovery to deploy
A custom software project has 5 phases: Discovery, Design, MVP, Iteration, and Support. We explain what each does, how long it takes, and what it costs in Chile.
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How much does a custom web app cost in Chile?
March 13, 2026
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TL;DR: A custom web app in Chile costs from $3,000,000 CLP (basic MVP, 3-5 modules) to $15,000,000+ CLP (complex platform). Not as expensive as SAP ($10K-$50K USD) nor as limited as generic SaaS. The key is starting with an MVP and growing by modules.
This article fills a gap: there are 20+ articles on "how much does a website cost in Chile" (all about WordPress at $350K) but almost none on custom web apps. Read the full article in Spanish or contact us.
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