App Development Perth
Custom apps for Perth businesses. Built locally.
We are a Perth-based app development company. We build custom mobile apps, web apps and business software for companies that need something better than off-the-shelf.
iOS, Android, cross-platform and progressive web apps. Fixed-price quotes. Full code ownership. 18+ years experience.
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App Development for Perth Businesses That Need More Than Off-the-Shelf
Your business has outgrown generic apps. The workflow does not fit, the integrations are missing, or the features you actually need are locked behind an enterprise tier that costs more than building your own.
We build custom apps for Perth businesses — mobile apps for field teams and customers, web apps for internal operations, and the backend systems that tie everything together. Cross-platform development means your app works on iPhone and Android from day one, at a fraction of the cost of building two native apps.
HELLO PEOPLE is a Perth app development company with 18 years of experience building software that Australian businesses actually use. We work with trades, professional services, healthcare, mining services, logistics, and SaaS founders across WA and nationally.
Problems Perth businesses bring to us
These are the conversations we have every week with business owners across Perth.
Field staff still using paper forms
Your technicians, drivers and field workers capture data on paper or in disconnected apps. By the time it reaches the office it is late, incomplete, or wrong.
Off-the-shelf apps that almost fit
You have tried three or four SaaS products. Each one does 70% of what you need. The other 30% ends up back in spreadsheets and workarounds.
Customers cannot self-serve
Your customers call or email for things they should be able to do themselves — check progress, book appointments, download invoices, update their details.
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Tell us what the app needs to do
Paper forms, disconnected tools, manual processes — tell us what is costing your Perth business time and we will come back with a practical plan.
Apps we build for Perth businesses
Pick a tab to see the types of apps we develop and who they suit.
Custom business and operations apps
Job management, field service, inventory tracking, scheduling, approvals — the operational apps your Perth business needs but cannot find off the shelf.
Built around your actual workflow. Custom fields, custom rules, custom dashboards. Your team uses it from day one because it matches how they already work.
Replaces the spreadsheets, shared drives and disconnected tools your team has been cobbling together.
Customer-facing mobile apps
Booking apps, loyalty programmes, self-service portals, marketplace apps — anything that puts your business directly on your customer's phone.
Push notifications bring people back. A well-built app becomes a daily touchpoint instead of a website they visit once and forget.
App Store and Google Play distribution handled. We manage the entire submission and approval process.
Apps for teams in the field
Your field workers, delivery drivers, technicians and sales reps need to capture data where the work happens — not back at the office.
Offline-capable apps that sync when connectivity returns. Photo capture, GPS tracking, digital forms, signature collection, barcode scanning.
Particularly popular with Perth trades, mining services, and logistics companies where reliable internet is not guaranteed.
Progressive web apps and portals
Not every project needs a native app. Progressive web apps run in the browser, work on any device, and skip the App Store entirely.
Staff portals, customer dashboards, reporting tools, booking systems — anything that needs to work across desktop and mobile without the overhead of app store distribution.
Lower build cost, faster deployment, and zero approval delays. The right choice when your users do not need offline access or native device features.
API integrations and backend systems
Your app needs a backend. We build the server-side systems, APIs and database architecture that power your application.
Integration with Xero, MYOB, Salesforce, HubSpot, Stripe, Square, Medicare, ServiceM8, simPRO and dozens of other platforms Perth businesses rely on.
Secure, scalable, properly documented. Built so your app performs well under load and your data stays protected.
Job management app that boosted quoting speed by 50%
We built an end-to-end job management system for a Perth electrical contractor. Quoting, scheduling, field capture and Xero invoicing — all in one app.
Read the full case study →We needed an app that worked offline on mine sites and synced back to the office when the crew got into range. HELLO PEOPLE built exactly that — and it integrated with our Xero and job management systems.
What you get from a Perth app development company
Local team, proven process, and software you actually own.
Face-to-face meetings in Perth when you need them
We are based in Perth. That means same timezone, same business hours, and the option to sit in the same room when a whiteboard session or demo makes more sense than another video call.
Most of our Perth clients start with a face-to-face discovery session. It cuts weeks off the back-and-forth that remote-only teams struggle with.
One app for iPhone and Android — half the cost
We build cross-platform apps using React Native and Flutter. Your app runs natively on both iOS and Android from a single codebase, which means faster delivery and lower ongoing maintenance costs.
You still get App Store and Google Play distribution, push notifications, camera, GPS, and offline capability — without paying for two separate builds.
Your app talks to your existing business tools
Xero, MYOB, Salesforce, ServiceM8, Tradify, Shopify, Square — whatever your business already runs on. Your new app integrates with all of them through proper API connections.
Data entered in the app shows up in your accounting, CRM and job management systems instantly. No CSV exports. No double handling.
Grows with your business, not against it
Start with the core features your business needs right now. As you grow — more users, more locations, more complexity — the app grows with you. No rip-and-replace later.
Cloud-hosted infrastructure handles ten users or ten thousand without re-architecture. Built to last, not just to launch.
Full ownership of code, data and IP
You own everything we build. The source code, the designs, the database, the infrastructure. No lock-in, no licensing fees, no dependency on us to keep things running.
Want to take it to another developer later? You can. But most clients stay because we already know the system inside out.
How We Build Your App
Every project adapts, but the structure stays the same. Here is the process from first conversation to launch.
Why HELLO PEOPLE for App Development in Perth
Perth-based team
We are here. Same timezone, same city, available for face-to-face meetings when it matters. No offshore handoffs.
Fixed-price quoting
You get a clear price before we start. No hourly billing that spirals, no surprise invoices at the end of the month.
We build, not just advise
We write the code, design the interface, deploy the app, and support it long-term. No subcontracting.
Built for Australian business
We understand BAS, super, award rates, Australian privacy law, and the tools local businesses actually use.
Full code ownership
You own everything — the code, the data, the hosting. No lock-in. No proprietary platforms you cannot leave.
Common questions about app development in Perth
How much does app development cost in Perth?
Most business apps we build for Perth companies fall between $30,000 and $150,000 depending on complexity, platforms and integrations. We provide a fixed-price quote after a discovery session — no hourly billing that spirals. Simple apps with limited features sit at the lower end. Complex multi-platform apps with offline capability, third-party integrations and admin portals sit at the higher end.
How long does it take to build an app?
Typical timelines range from 8 to 20 weeks depending on scope. A simple single-platform app with a handful of screens can be done in 8–10 weeks. A full cross-platform app with backend, integrations and admin portal is closer to 16–20 weeks. We give you a realistic timeline during scoping — not an optimistic guess to win the job.
Should I build native or cross-platform?
For most business apps, cross-platform (React Native or Flutter) is the right choice. You get one codebase running on both iOS and Android at roughly 60–70% of the cost of building two native apps. Native development makes sense when you need maximum performance (gaming, AR, heavy animation) or deep integration with platform-specific hardware.
Do I need a mobile app or would a web app work?
If your users need offline access, push notifications, camera, GPS or native device features — you need a mobile app. If they use it at a desk, on any device, and always have internet — a progressive web app is cheaper and faster to build. We help you make this decision during discovery so you do not overbuild.
Can you integrate with our existing systems?
Yes. We regularly integrate with Xero, MYOB, Salesforce, HubSpot, Stripe, Square, ServiceM8, simPRO, Tradify, Shopify, WooCommerce, Medicare and dozens of other platforms. If the system has an API, we can connect to it.
Who owns the app when it is finished?
You do. The source code, the designs, the database, the hosting configuration — everything. No lock-in, no licensing fees, no proprietary frameworks. If you ever want to move to another developer, you can take everything with you.
Do you provide ongoing support after launch?
Yes. Most clients stay on a support arrangement for bug fixes, OS updates, feature additions and general maintenance. App stores regularly update their requirements and your app needs to keep up. We handle all of that.
Can we meet in person in Perth?
Absolutely. We are based in Perth and most projects kick off with a face-to-face discovery session. We find it cuts weeks off the back-and-forth that remote-only engagements struggle with.
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Ready to build your app?
Tell us what your business needs. We will come back with a practical plan, clear scope, and fixed-price quote.
Tell Us About Your App Project
Describe what the app needs to do — field data capture, customer self-service, internal operations, integrations. We will come back with a clear next step and realistic cost.
Prefer a quick chat? Call 0425 531 127 – we're Perth-based and we answer the phone.