From concept to App Store — our Vancouver team crafts native iOS & Android apps that drive real business growth. No offshore outsourcing, just local expertise.
Full-cycle development from UX research to App Store deployment. We work from our Gastown studio.
iOS & Android native
Cloud backend included
Post-launch support
App Store optimization
Built for Vancouver Businesses
We solve the real challenges local founders and enterprises face when launching digital products.
📋 Unclear Requirements
Many founders struggle to translate ideas into technical specs. We run structured discovery workshops to define your MVP scope, user flows, and tech stack — no guesswork.
💰 Budget Overruns
Fixed-price contracts with clear milestones. No hidden fees. Our Vancouver studio keeps overhead low and passes the savings to you — typical MVPs start under $25K CAD.
⏱️ Long Time-to-Market
We ship functional MVPs in 2–4 weeks using proven frameworks. Our agile process means you can test your idea with real users before committing to full-scale development.
🔒 Compliance & Security
PIPEDA, CASL, and BC privacy law compliant. We implement encryption, secure APIs, and data residency within Canada. Your users' trust is non-negotiable.
How We Build Your App
A transparent, collaborative process from day one to launch day.
1
Discovery
We learn your market, users, and goals. Deliverable: product roadmap + wireframes.
2
Design
UI/UX prototypes in Figma. User testing with Vancouver focus groups. Iterate until it feels right.
3
Build
Agile sprints with weekly demos. Native Swift/Kotlin code. CI/CD pipeline with automatic testing.
4
Launch
App Store & Google Play submission, ASO, and post-launch analytics. We stay with you.
Trusted by Vancouver Innovators
Real feedback from local founders and product leaders who launched with us.
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PacificApps turned our sketch into a polished iOS app in under 5 weeks. Their Vancouver team understood our local market needs immediately. We've had over 10k downloads in BC alone.
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Sarah K.
Founder, Kitsilano Health
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We needed a cross-platform app for our real estate platform. PacificApps delivered on time and under budget. Their knowledge of BC's digital regulations saved us weeks of compliance work.
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Mike R.
CTO, Gastown Properties
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As a non-technical founder, I appreciated how they explained everything in plain language. The MVP launch was smooth and our early users gave fantastic feedback. Highly recommend.
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Anita L.
CEO, Yaletown Eats
50+
Apps Delivered
98%
Client Retention
4.9★
Average Rating
100%
Canadian Team
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions from Vancouver-based clients.
Most MVPs take 2–4 weeks depending on complexity. We start with a discovery sprint to define scope, then build in weekly iterations. A typical MVP with 3–5 core features ships in under 30 days.
MVPs start at $25,000 CAD. Full-featured apps range from $50,000 to $150,000 CAD. We provide fixed-price quotes after the discovery phase — no hourly billing surprises. All prices include project management, design, development, and App Store submission.
Yes. We manage the entire submission process for both Apple App Store and Google Play. This includes preparing metadata, screenshots, privacy policies, and compliance documentation. We also handle rejections and resubmissions as needed.
We build native iOS apps with Swift and native Android apps with Kotlin. For cross-platform needs, we use Flutter. Our backend stack includes Node.js, PostgreSQL, and AWS/Azure cloud services. We choose the best tech for your specific project needs.
Ready to Launch Your Vancouver App?
Book a free 30-minute consultation with our team. We'll discuss your idea, outline a roadmap, and provide a transparent estimate — no obligation.
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