IT & technical cost guide
Software Development Cost Calculator UK
Estimate custom software-development costs by developer days, service level and delivery market. These figures are planning guidance rather than a supplier quotation.
Example for 5 developer days at a standard service level using the UK benchmark.
Adjust it for your project
JobPrice starts with a benchmark of £650 per developer day, applies a minimum of £2,000, then adjusts for quantity, service level, country or market and display currency.
Calculate my software development costWhat changes the price?
- Feature scope and user roles
- Design, research and discovery
- Integrations and data migration
- Security, testing and compliance
- Hosting, maintenance and support
Before comparing quotes
- Write measurable acceptance criteria.
- Separate discovery from implementation.
- Confirm ownership of code and accounts.
- Agree testing, deployment, warranty and support.
Compare the same scope, specification and exclusions across every quote. Keep a contingency for changes and hidden conditions.
How to build a reliable software development price
JobPrice starts with a benchmark of £650 per developer day, applies a minimum of £2,000, then adjusts for quantity, service level, country or market and display currency.
A day-rate estimate becomes more reliable after discovery defines users, workflows, integrations, acceptance criteria and operational support.
Method note: JobPrice benchmarks are broad planning models, not live supplier quotes. Confirm current local rates, tax, regulation, access and the final specification. Read the full pricing methodology.
How is the software development estimate calculated?
JobPrice starts with a benchmark of £650 per developer day, applies a minimum of £2,000, then adjusts for quantity, service level, country or market and display currency.
Is this software development range a final quote?
No. It is an early planning range. A final quote should use the exact scope, current local rates, applicable tax, access conditions and any legal or professional requirements.
How can I get a more accurate software development price?
A day-rate estimate becomes more reliable after discovery defines users, workflows, integrations, acceptance criteria and operational support.