Mobile App Development in Saudi Arabia
Whetstonez develops custom iOS and Android apps for businesses across Saudi Arabia. We turn your idea into a mobile experience built around your customers, with design, development, testing, and launch support.
Mobile App Development Services in Saudi Arabia
Whetstonez is a mobile app development company in Jeddah. Since 2012 we have designed and built iOS and Android apps for Saudi businesses, from first idea and prototype to App Store launch and ongoing support.
iOS App Development
Native iPhone and iPad apps built with Swift and SwiftUI, following Apple's design and review guidelines.
Android App Development
Native Android apps built with Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, tested on the devices your customers actually use.
Cross-Platform Apps
One codebase for iOS and Android with Flutter or React Native, a good fit for most business apps. Cross-platform development
App UI/UX Design
Arabic and English interfaces designed right-to-left from the start, with clickable prototypes you can test before development. UI/UX design
Backend, APIs & Admin Panels
Secure backends, dashboards and APIs that connect your app to your website, ERP, CRM or payment provider. API development
Maintenance & Support
OS updates, bug fixes, performance monitoring and new features after launch.
Apps We Build for Saudi Industries
We start from the job your customers need to get done, then design the app around it.
Real Estate & Property
Tenant apps for rent payments, maintenance requests and community updates.
Retail & E-commerce
Shopping apps with Arabic search, loyalty programmes and local payment options.
Restaurants & Food Service
Ordering, table booking and loyalty apps connected to your kitchen and POS.
Education
School and parent apps for attendance, announcements, homework and fees.
Hospitality & Hotels
Guest check-in, digital keys and service requests. We built Arrivo, a guest check-in platform that removes queues and paperwork for hotels.
On-Demand & Services
Booking and marketplace apps that match customers with service providers.
How We Build Your App
A clear process with working software to review at every stage.
- DiscoveryWe define your users, goals, must-have features and budget.
- UX & UI designWireframes and a clickable prototype in Arabic and English.
- DevelopmentSprints of app, backend and admin panel work, with regular demos.
- TestingFunctional, device, performance and security testing on real phones.
- LaunchApp Store and Google Play submission, including store listings in both languages.
- Support & growthMonitoring, updates and new features based on real usage.
Built for the Saudi Market
Global templates rarely fit Saudi users. We build for them from day one.
Arabic-first, bilingual
Right-to-left layouts, clear Arabic typography and easy switching between Arabic and English.
Local payments
The payment options Saudi customers expect, such as mada, Apple Pay and STC Pay, through your chosen payment gateway.
Privacy by design
Apps designed around the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), with secure data handling and clear consent.
Our Mobile Technology Stack
We choose the right tools for your app, your budget and your long-term plans.
Native
Cross-platform
Backend & data
Cloud & delivery
How Much Does a Mobile App Cost in Saudi Arabia?
Cost depends on features, platforms and integrations. These typical ranges help you plan.
| App type | Typical cost (SAR) | Typical timeline |
|---|---|---|
| MVP / simple app | 20,000 – 48,000 | 6 – 10 weeks |
| Business app | 48,000 – 120,000 | 3 – 5 months |
| Complex platform | 120,000 – 320,000+ | 5 – 8 months or more |
We start with a short discovery phase so you get a clear scope and a fixed estimate before development begins. For a full breakdown, read our 2026 app development cost guide.
Mobile App Development FAQs
How much does mobile app development cost in Saudi Arabia?
Most business apps cost between SAR 20,000 and SAR 320,000. A basic MVP typically starts from SAR 20,000. After a short discovery call we give you a fixed estimate for your scope.
How long does it take to build a mobile app?
A simple MVP usually takes 6–8 weeks. A standard business app takes 8–16 weeks from kick-off to store submission, and complex apps with AI or payment features can take 16–24 weeks.
Do you build apps in Arabic with RTL support?
Yes. Our apps are bilingual, Arabic and English, with right-to-left layouts designed in from the start.
Should I choose a native or cross-platform app?
For most business apps, Flutter or React Native is the better choice: one codebase for iOS and Android, lower cost and faster updates. Native makes sense when you need advanced device features or maximum performance.
Can you integrate Saudi payment options?
Yes. We integrate payment gateways that support mada, Apple Pay and STC Pay, and can connect the app to your e-invoicing and accounting systems.
Do you provide maintenance after launch?
Yes. We offer support plans covering OS updates, bug fixes, performance monitoring and new features.
Will I own the app and its source code?
Yes. You own the source code, designs and store accounts for the app we build for you.
Related Services
- Cross-platform development (Flutter, React Native)
- UI/UX design & product strategy
- Progressive web apps
- API development & integrations
- AI development for your app
- Case studies
See related work: the Anaqa case study and the Eblal case study.
Have an app idea?
Tell us what you want to build. We'll help you shape the first version, estimate the cost and plan the launch.
Book a free consultation