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Mobile apps · Cairo, Egypt

Mobile App Development Company in Egypt

CodeStan is a software and app development company based in Sheikh Zayed, Giza, that builds Android and iOS apps for Egyptian businesses. We usually use Flutter for one Arabic-first app on both stores, plus a web admin panel and local payments such as Paymob or Fawry. A focused first version typically takes 8–14 weeks. Start with a free consultation or a WhatsApp message.

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Arabic & English
You own the code and accounts
Weekly demos

Most app buyers in Egypt face the same trade-off: the market is mostly Android, many users are on mid-range phones with limited storage and mobile data, and the budget has to prove itself before it grows. A common mistake is building every feature at once and launching late. Another is a cheap app with no admin panel, so the team cannot change prices, banners or orders without calling a developer.

We start from the business result you need, such as orders, bookings or repeat customers, and cut the first release down to the screens that deliver it. You see a clickable prototype on a private staging link before we write production code. We then build in sprints with a demo every week, test on low and high-end Android phones and on iPhone, and publish both apps under your own store accounts.

What your app project includes

Android and iOS app from one codebase

A Flutter app that runs on both platforms, with native Kotlin or Swift modules only where a feature truly needs them.

Arabic-first, bilingual interface

Right-to-left layouts designed from the start, Egyptian-friendly wording, and an English version that switches cleanly.

Web admin panel and backend

A Laravel backend with an admin panel to manage users, products, orders, content, coupons and reports without touching code.

Local payments and cash on delivery

Card, mobile-wallet and instalment payments through gateways such as Paymob, Fawry, Kashier or valU, alongside cash on delivery where your model needs it.

WhatsApp and push notifications

Push notifications for order updates and offers, plus WhatsApp messages for confirmations and support, the channel Egyptian customers answer fastest.

Maps, delivery tracking and OTP login

Address picking on a map, delivery zones, live driver tracking and phone-number login with one-time codes.

Store publishing under your accounts

We prepare store listings, screenshots and privacy details and publish on Google Play and the App Store under your own developer accounts.

Analytics, crash reports and maintenance

Event tracking, crash monitoring and a post-launch support plan with updates for new Android and iOS versions.

How we build your app, step by step

Discover and research
1 week
A call to understand your customers, competitors and the one result the app must deliver. You get a short scope and a list of first-release features.
Strategy and MVP scope
3–5 days
We split features into launch, next and later, choose Flutter or native, and pick the payment gateway. You get a written plan and a delivery range.
UX/UI design and prototype
2–3 weeks
Bilingual screens designed in Figma and turned into a clickable prototype on a private staging link. You test it on your own phone and approve before development.
Development in sprints
5–10 weeks
App, backend and admin panel built in short sprints with a demo every week and a test build you can install. Code review and automated QA run on every change.
Testing and store launch
1–2 weeks
Testing on several Android phones and iPhones, store listings, review submission and publishing to Google Play and the App Store under your accounts.
Growth and support
Ongoing
Monitoring, crash fixes, analytics reviews and a roadmap for the next releases based on how real users behave.

How long does an app take in Egypt?

Project scope	Typical timeline
MVP app (Flutter, Android + iOS), login, catalogue, simple orders, admin panel	8–14 weeks
Ordering or delivery app: customer app, driver app, admin panel, Paymob or Fawry, live tracking	12–20 weeks
Booking or services marketplace with providers, schedules, ratings and payouts	16–24 weeks
Redesign or rebuild of an existing app, keeping current users and store listings	8–16 weeks

These ranges are typical and are confirmed after a short discovery call, where we also quote the price for your exact scope.

Technology we use for mobile apps

Flutter
Kotlin
Swift
Laravel
PHP
MySQL
Redis
Node.js
Figma
AWS
Docker

Flutter lets one team ship Android and iOS from a single codebase, which keeps cost and timelines realistic for an Egyptian MVP. Kotlin and Swift handle device features that need native code. Laravel with MySQL and Redis powers a fast API and admin panel, hosted on AWS or your own servers.

Built for the Egyptian app market

Egypt is an Android-first market, so we design and test for Android first: small app size, fast start on mid-range phones, careful image loading for users on limited data, and graceful behaviour when the connection drops. iOS still matters for higher-spending customers, which is why Flutter is usually the right call. On payments, Egyptians expect choice: cards through Paymob or Kashier, Fawry reference codes, mobile wallets, instalments through valU where it fits, and cash on delivery for many retail and food apps.

WhatsApp is how Egyptian customers talk to businesses, so we connect your app to WhatsApp for order confirmations, support and win-back messages. Copy is written in clear Arabic that sounds natural to Egyptian users, not stiff translation. We handle personal data in line with Egypt's Personal Data Protection Law No. 151 of 2020, collecting only what the app needs. Our team works from Sheikh Zayed, so meetings in Cairo or Giza can be arranged when the project needs it.

Why Egyptian businesses choose CodeStan for apps

MVP first, then grow

We help you launch the smallest app that earns money or saves time, then add features based on real usage instead of guesses.

You approve before we build

A clickable prototype on a staging link lets you test the app on your phone and change your mind before development costs are spent.

You own everything

Source code, store accounts, servers and data stay in your name, so you are never locked in to one vendor.

One team from design to support

The same team designs, builds, publishes and supports the app, with weekly demos and a direct WhatsApp line.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to build a mobile app in Egypt?

The cost depends on scope, not on a fixed price list. The main drivers are the number of user types (customer, driver, vendor, admin), payment and map features, integrations with existing systems, and whether you need native code. We quote a fixed project price after a short discovery call, and we often suggest an MVP first so you spend less before the idea is proven.

Should I build my app in Flutter or native?

For most Egyptian businesses Flutter is the better choice because one codebase serves Android and iOS, which lowers cost and speeds up updates. Native Kotlin or Swift makes sense for apps that depend heavily on device hardware, complex background work or very specific platform features. We recommend one or the other after we see your feature list.

Which payment gateways can you integrate in Egypt?

We integrate gateways such as Paymob, Fawry, Kashier and valU instalments, covering cards, mobile wallets and reference-code payments, and we can add cash on delivery. The final choice depends on your merchant agreement and fees. You open the merchant account in your company name, and we connect it to the app and the admin panel.

Will the app be published under my own Google Play and App Store accounts?

Yes. The app is published under developer accounts registered in your or your company's name, so you own the listing, reviews and downloads. We guide you through opening the accounts; an organisation account on the App Store needs a D-U-N-S number, and new personal Google Play accounts must run a closed test before going live, so we usually recommend organisation accounts.

Can the app send WhatsApp messages to customers?

Yes. We can connect the app and admin panel to the WhatsApp Business Platform through an approved provider to send order confirmations, delivery updates and support replies. Message templates need approval by Meta, and WhatsApp charges per conversation according to its own pricing, which is billed to your business account.

Do I get an admin panel to manage the app?

Yes, every app we build comes with a web admin panel. Your team can manage products or services, prices, orders, users, banners, coupons and push notifications, and see basic reports, all without a developer. Permissions let you decide which staff member sees what.

What happens after the app is launched?

After launch we monitor crashes and performance, fix issues, and keep the app compatible with new Android and iOS versions under a support plan with a clear SLA. We also review analytics with you and plan the next features based on how customers actually use the app.

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Ready to build your app in Egypt?

Send us your idea on WhatsApp or book a free consultation. We reply within one business day, ask a few questions about your customers and goals, and propose a first version, timeline and next step.

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CodeStan at a glance

Company: CodeStan (Code Stan, كودستان) — software, website and app development company
Based in: Sheikh Zayed City, Giza (Greater Cairo), Egypt
Markets: Egypt, Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah), UAE (Dubai) and the GCC
Services: Website design & development, E-commerce stores, Mobile apps (iOS & Android), Custom ERP & business systems, AI integration & automation, UI/UX design
Languages: Arabic and English (Arabic/RTL-first)
Process: Discover → Research → Strategy → Design → Development → Launch → Growth
Ownership: You own the code, domain and app-store accounts
Contact: +20 106 054 7671 · hello@codestan.com

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