The short answer is that Shape sits in a specific sweet spot. We're a small, senior team that works like a product partner rather than a service provider. We're not the right fit for everyone, and we'd rather be honest about that upfront than waste your time. But if you're a founder or business owner who needs to move quickly, make smart technical decisions, and end up with something that actually works in production, that's exactly where we operate.

Project timelines vary based on scope, but we provide clear estimates during the discovery phase and follow agile processes to deliver efficiently.

Quality assurance is integrated into every sprint with automated and manual testing. We follow industry best practices for security, including code reviews and penetration testing.

How long is a piece of string? A rough guide is a simple proof of concept may cost between £0 and £5,000 and typically takes 4–8 weeks, while a minimal viable product (MVP) usually ranges from £5,000 to £20,000 over 8–12 weeks. A full application can cost between £20,000 and £50,000 and take around 3–6 months to develop. More complicated applications often fall in the £50,000 to £100,000 range with timelines of 6–9 months, while complex business platforms can exceed £100,000 and take 9 months or more. Ultimately, the final cost depends on factors such as features, integrations, scalability, and ongoing support requirements.