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iOS App Development

Premium iPhone & iPad apps, built to perform, priced to make sense.. Cartel Planet designs and develops fast, secure and App Store-ready iOS apps for startups, businesses and enterprises across India. From native Swift development to UI/UX, backend integration, App Store launch and post-launch support, we build iPhone and iPad apps that users love and businesses can grow with.

Typical: ₹4,00,000 – ₹18,00,000Timeline: 8–20 weeks

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What you get

  • Native iOS apps built with Swift & SwiftUI
  • iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch & widget support
  • Human-centred UI/UX that follows Apple’s design guidelines
  • Secure payments, logins & API integrations
  • App Store submission & approval handled end-to-end
  • Transparent fixed quotes with milestone-based billing
  • Post-launch support, updates & performance monitoring
  • 100% source code and IP ownership for you

What's Included

Every Cartel Planet iOS project is a complete package, not just code. You get product discovery and requirement mapping, wireframes and high-fidelity UI/UX design, native Swift/SwiftUI development, backend and API integration, an admin panel where required, payment gateway setup (Razorpay, Stripe, Apple Pay), push notifications, analytics, thorough QA on real Apple devices, App Store Connect setup, submission and approval support, and a free post-launch support window. You also receive full source code, design files and documentation.

Who Is iOS App Development For?

Our iOS app development services are built for startups launching an MVP to validate an idea or raise funding, D2C and eCommerce brands targeting high-value iPhone users, small and growing businesses that want bookings, loyalty or ordering apps, enterprises needing secure internal apps for teams and field staff, and creators, coaches and educators who want to deliver courses, memberships or communities on iPhone and iPad.

What We Offer

We offer custom iPhone app development, iPad app development, SwiftUI and UIKit development, Apple Watch and widget extensions, eCommerce and marketplace apps, on-demand and booking apps, fintech and healthcare apps with strong security, enterprise iOS apps, app redesign and modernisation of legacy Objective-C apps, cross-platform options with Flutter or React Native when budget demands it, and ongoing app maintenance and iOS version updates.

What Makes Our iOS App Development Different

Most agencies hand over an app and disappear. We build with your business outcomes in mind: downloads, retention, conversions and revenue. Our team combines iOS engineering with performance marketing experience, so your app is designed for App Store visibility (ASO), smooth onboarding and measurable growth from day one. You get honest fixed quotes, weekly demo builds on TestFlight, and a single point of contact who speaks business, not jargon.

Our Process

We follow a proven six-stage process: Discover, Design, Develop, Test, Launch and Grow. Each stage ends with a clear deliverable and your approval, so there are no surprises on timeline or budget.

Benefits

An iOS app puts your brand on the home screen of India's highest-spending mobile audience. iPhone users typically show stronger purchase intent and in-app spending, Apple's ecosystem offers excellent security and performance, and a well-built native app delivers faster load times, smoother experiences and higher customer loyalty than a mobile website.

Why Choose Cartel Planet

Cartel Planet brings design, development, cloud and digital marketing under one roof, so your app is built, hosted, launched and promoted by one accountable team. With transparent pricing, on-time delivery, genuine post-launch support on call, chat and WhatsApp, and solutions that scale as you grow, we're the iOS app development partner built for India's startups and businesses.

Features

Native Swift & SwiftUI Development

We build with Apple’s own languages and frameworks for maximum speed, stability and a truly native feel on every iPhone and iPad.

Pixel-Perfect UI/UX Design

Clean, intuitive interfaces that follow Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines, designed in Figma and tested with real user flows before development.

Secure Payments & Apple Pay

Integrate Razorpay, Stripe, Apple Pay and in-app purchases with secure, compliant checkout flows that convert.

Backend, APIs & Admin Panel

Scalable cloud backends (Firebase, Node.js, Laravel, AWS) with a web admin panel to manage users, content, orders and reports.

Push Notifications & Engagement

Personalised push notifications, in-app messaging and deep links that bring users back and drive repeat purchases.

Analytics & Performance Tracking

Firebase Analytics, Mixpanel and crash reporting built in, so you can see exactly how users behave and where to improve.

Data Security & Privacy Compliance

Keychain storage, encryption, Face ID/Touch ID login and Apple privacy-label compliance to protect your users and your brand.

App Store Optimisation (ASO)

Keyword-rich titles, descriptions, screenshots and preview assets that help your app rank and get downloaded.

Apple Ecosystem Extensions

Extend your app to Apple Watch, iPad, home screen widgets, Siri Shortcuts and Sign in with Apple.

Ongoing Maintenance & iOS Updates

Bug fixes, performance tuning and compatibility updates for every new iOS release, so your app never falls behind.

Why it pays off

  • Reach India’s high-value, high-spending iPhone audience
  • Deliver a fast, smooth, truly native user experience
  • Build stronger brand presence on your customers’ home screens
  • Increase repeat sales with push notifications and loyalty features
  • Benefit from Apple’s industry-leading security and privacy
  • Accept payments easily with Apple Pay and in-app purchases
  • Gain real-time insights with built-in analytics
  • Launch faster with a focused MVP and scale later
  • Own 100% of your source code and intellectual property
  • Get one accountable team for design, development, launch and marketing

How it runs

  1. Discover & Plan

    We understand your goals, users, competitors and budget, then define features, scope, tech stack and a fixed quote with clear milestones.

  2. UI/UX Design

    Our designers create wireframes, user journeys and high-fidelity screens, with a clickable prototype for your review and approval.

  3. Build

    Clickable designs first, then development with a weekly demo on a live staging link.

  4. Agile Development

    Our iOS developers build in two-week sprints, sharing TestFlight builds so you can see and test real progress regularly.

  5. Quality Assurance

    We test functionality, performance, security and usability across multiple iPhone and iPad models and iOS versions.

  6. App Store Launch

    We prepare App Store listings, handle submission, manage Apple’s review feedback and get your app live smoothly.

  7. Support, Optimise & Grow

    After launch, we monitor performance, fix issues, release updates and help you grow downloads through ASO and performance marketing.

Testimonials

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Founders, marketing heads and operations teams on what it was like to build with us — and what changed after launch.

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FAQ

Questions about ios app development

Straight answers on cost, timelines, ownership and support. Can't find yours? Ask us — a real person replies within one working day.

How much does iOS app development cost in India?

At Cartel Planet, iOS app development typically starts from ₹1.5 lakh for an MVP and can go up to ₹15 lakh or more for complex, feature-rich apps. The final cost depends on features, design complexity, integrations and backend needs. We share a transparent fixed quote after a free consultation.

How long does it take to build an iOS app?

A simple MVP usually takes 6–8 weeks, a mid-level app 8–12 weeks, and a complex or enterprise app 12–16 weeks or more. We share a clear timeline with milestones before work begins.

Do you build native iOS apps or cross-platform apps?

Both. We recommend native Swift/SwiftUI for the best performance and Apple experience. If you need Android and iOS on a tighter budget, we can build with Flutter or React Native instead.

Will you publish my app on the Apple App Store?

Yes. We set up App Store Connect, prepare your listing, screenshots and privacy details, submit the app and handle any feedback from Apple’s review team until it goes live

Do I need an Apple Developer account?

Yes, Apple requires a developer account (USD 99/year for individuals and organisations). We guide you through creating it in your own name so you keep full ownership of your app.

Will I own the source code?

Absolutely. Once the project is complete and paid for, you receive 100% ownership of the source code, design files and all related intellectual property.

Can you redesign or update my existing iOS app?

Yes. We audit your existing app, fix bugs, improve performance, modernise the UI, migrate older Objective-C code to Swift and update it for the latest iOS versions.

Do you provide support after launch?

Yes. Every project includes a free post-launch support period, after which you can choose a flexible maintenance plan covering updates, bug fixes, monitoring and new features.

Can you help market my app after launch?

Yes. As a full-service digital company, we offer App Store Optimisation, Google and Meta app install campaigns, social media and performance marketing to grow your downloads and revenue.

Is my app idea safe with you?

Yes. We’re happy to sign an NDA before any detailed discussion, and all project data is handled with strict confidentiality.

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