Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about building your MVP with Craftory.
What is an MVP and why do I need one?
An MVP (Minimum Viable Product) is the simplest version of your product that solves a real problem for real users. Instead of spending months building every feature you can imagine, an MVP focuses on the core value proposition — the one thing that makes your idea worth using. You need an MVP because it lets you validate your concept with actual users before committing serious time and money. It's the difference between guessing what people want and knowing. Investors also strongly prefer founders who can demonstrate a working product over those with just a pitch deck. An MVP gives you proof that your idea works, not just a promise that it will.
How much does it cost to build an MVP?
At Craftory, an MVP costs $7,900 — a fixed price with no surprises. For context, the industry average ranges from $15,000 to $150,000 depending on complexity, team size, and location. Traditional development agencies typically charge $30,000–$80,000 for a comparable scope, and hiring a freelance team often lands between $15,000–$40,000 with less predictable timelines. The reason we can offer a competitive price is efficiency: a single experienced engineer using modern tools (AI-assisted development, proven tech stack, battle-tested patterns) moves faster than a team of five with coordination overhead. You get production-quality code at a fraction of the typical cost.
How long does it take to build an MVP?
Three weeks from kickoff to launch. That's 21 calendar days from our first strategy session to a deployed, production-ready product. For comparison, most development agencies quote 3–6 months for a similar scope, and in-house teams often take even longer due to hiring, onboarding, and competing priorities. Our 3-week timeline works because we follow a proven process: day 1 is discovery and scoping, the first 48 hours produce a strategy and feature roadmap, weeks 1–3 are focused development, and day 21 is launch day. This isn't a rough prototype — it's a fully functional product with authentication, a polished UI, analytics, and deployment infrastructure.
What tech stack do you use?
We build with Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Supabase, and deploy on Vercel. This isn't a random collection — each choice is deliberate. Next.js gives us server-side rendering for SEO and performance. React is the most widely adopted frontend framework, meaning any developer can maintain your code after handover. TypeScript catches bugs before they reach users. Tailwind CSS enables rapid UI development without sacrificing quality. Supabase provides authentication, database, and real-time features out of the box — replacing what would otherwise require weeks of backend work. Vercel handles deployment, CDN, and scaling automatically. This stack is used by companies like Netflix, Twitch, and Notion.
Do I need technical knowledge to work with Craftory?
No. Craftory is designed specifically for non-technical founders and entrepreneurs. You bring the idea and domain expertise — we handle everything technical. During our process, we translate your vision into a concrete product without requiring you to understand code, databases, or infrastructure. Our strategy phase uses plain language to discuss features, user flows, and priorities. You'll review progress through a live staging link where you can click through the actual product, not wireframes or mockups. After launch, we provide documentation and a handover session so you understand how your product works at a high level, and we're available for questions.
What happens after the MVP is launched?
After launch, you own everything — the code, the infrastructure, the data. We do a thorough handover session where we walk you through the product architecture, how to manage content, and how to access analytics. If you want to continue developing the product, you have three options: hire your own developer (the codebase is clean and well-documented), work with any agency (standard tech stack, no vendor lock-in), or continue with Craftory on an ongoing support plan. Many of our clients start with the MVP, validate with real users, then come back for the next iteration once they have data on what users actually want.
Can you build my MVP if I only have an idea and no designs?
Yes — most of our clients come to us with just an idea. That's exactly what our strategy phase is for. We start with a discovery call to understand your vision, target users, and business goals. Within 48 hours, we produce a feature roadmap that prioritizes what to build first based on impact and feasibility. We handle all UX and UI design as part of the build process, using proven design patterns and a modern design system. You don't need wireframes, mockups, or a product spec. You just need to know what problem you're solving and who you're solving it for. We figure out the rest together.
What types of MVPs do you build?
We build SaaS platforms, mobile-responsive web apps, marketplaces, internal tools, AI-powered products, and consumer applications. Our tech stack is flexible enough to handle most product categories. Recent projects include fintech dashboards, health tech platforms, booking systems, and data analytics tools. The common thread is products that need a polished user interface, user authentication, data storage, and deployment infrastructure. If your MVP requires native mobile apps (iOS/Android), heavy real-time video processing, or blockchain integration, we'll let you know upfront if it fits our 3-week model or needs a different approach. We'd rather be honest than overpromise.
How is Craftory different from hiring freelancers?
Three things: single point of contact, guaranteed timeline, and production quality. When you hire freelancers, you're managing the project — coordinating between a designer, a frontend developer, a backend developer, and hoping they communicate well. With Craftory, you work with one experienced engineer who handles everything end-to-end. There's no coordination overhead, no miscommunication between team members, and no finger-pointing when something goes wrong. Our 3-week timeline is a commitment, not an estimate. And because one person owns the entire codebase, the architecture is consistent, the code is clean, and there are no integration issues between separately built components.
Do you sign NDAs?
Yes. All projects are treated as confidential by default, and we're happy to sign an NDA before our first conversation if you prefer. Your idea, your business logic, your user data — all of it stays private. We never share client project details, screenshots, or technical specifics without explicit written permission. If you see a project in our portfolio, it's because that client specifically agreed to be featured. We understand that many founders are protective of their ideas, especially in the early stages, and we respect that completely.
Can I see examples of MVPs you've built?
Yes — check out the 'Our Work' section on our homepage for featured projects with screenshots and descriptions. These represent a range of industries and product types, from SaaS platforms to consumer apps. Keep in mind that many of our projects are under NDA, so what you see on the site is only a portion of our work. During our initial consultation, we can share more relevant examples based on your specific industry or product type. We can also walk you through the technical architecture of similar projects so you understand exactly what you'd be getting.
How do I get started?
Book a free 30-minute consultation call. No commitment, no pressure — just a conversation about your idea. During the call, we'll discuss what you're building, who it's for, and what success looks like. If we're a good fit, we'll send you a proposal within 24 hours with a clear scope, timeline, and price. If we're not the right fit — maybe the project needs native mobile, or the scope is too large for 3 weeks — we'll tell you honestly and point you in the right direction. The goal of the call is to figure out the best path forward for your product, whether that's with us or not.