The cost of website development
The cost of website development depends on a number of different factors: from the complexity of the project itself, the number of subpages, and the required functionalities, to the technologies used, the design (custom or template), and whether the project includes additional services such as SEO optimization, content creation, integration with external systems, maintenance, and so on.
Below is a brief overview of several typical categories of web projects, approximate price ranges, and the main factors that affect the cost.
1. Basic website (the so-called “one-page” or smaller presentation website)
What it includes:
- A simple design (often based on a pre-prepared design structure)
- Up to a few subpages (1 to 5)
- Basic information (About Us, Services, Contact)
- A contact form
- Possible basic SEO settings (titles, meta descriptions, analytics tools, etc.)
Admin interface (CMS) or not?
- For a “one-page” website, it is not necessary if the content is not frequently changed.
- If you plan to regularly update news, photos, or texts, it is worth integrating our admin system (CMS).
Approximate price range:
- Without CMS or with a very minimal CMS: around €300 to €800.
- With our CMS implemented and a customized design: usually from €500 to €1,500.
2. Basic website with an admin interface (classic CMS)
What it includes:
- A larger number of subpages (5 to 15 or more)
- Pages with news/blog, gallery, contact forms
- A complete CMS (our own content management system)
- Basic or more advanced SEO optimization
- Custom design upon request or adaptation of existing design elements
Approximate price range:
- Using more ready-made design modules: around €800 to €2,000
- A more advanced approach with individual design and customized solutions: from about €1,500 to €3,000
Factors that can influence a higher price:
- Custom design (UI/UX specialist + designer)
- Multilingual support
- Integrations with specific external systems (e.g., CRM, ERP, online payments)
- Special functionalities (memberships, user profiles, advanced blog modules, etc.)
3. Advanced website (complex functionalities)
What it includes:
- Multiple customized modules
- User zones (registration, login, personalized pages)
- Advanced SEO solutions (detailed keyword analysis, techniques for better ranking)
- Multilingual support, content personalization, integration with external APIs (e.g., payments, delivery, various business systems)
- Custom design and more demanding programming work
Approximate price range:
- Starting point: around €3,000–€5,000
- More complex projects: €10,000 or more, depending on specific needs
Who is this solution for?
- Companies and organizations for which the website is part of a broader business system (e.g., reservation systems, user logins, complex forms, and integrations)
- Those who place great importance on high security, advanced analytics, and various integrations with other systems
4. Web platforms and complex systems (e.g., specialized portals, marketplace, e-learning platforms)
Important: For web platforms and advanced, complex systems, the cost is significantly higher than for classic websites, primarily due to the larger scope of work, more complex programming logic, scalability, and integrations.
What it includes:
- Large and complex web applications (portals, social networks, e-commerce marketplace, educational platforms, streaming services, etc.)
- Development of back-end systems, advanced databases, complex logic, and integrations
- High scalability and security (especially important under heavy load and as the number of users grows)
- Often custom solutions and frameworks, or significantly adapted existing systems
Approximate price range:
- Smaller platforms with a limited scope of functionalities: from €10,000 upwards
- Average to more serious platforms with multiple integrations: €20,000–€50,000
- Very complex systems: €50,000 up to €100,000 (or more, depending on the long-term strategy and ambitions of the project)
Who is this solution for?
- Start-ups developing their own digital product, large B2B and B2C platforms, companies with specific business processes and the need for a highly robust online solution
- Projects with a large number of users, multiple integrations, continuous development, and ongoing upgrades
Key factors that affect the price:
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Design and appearance
- Is the design fully customized or does it use existing design blocks?
- How detailed is the work on UX/UI (testing, prototyping, optimization)?
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Scope of content and pages
- Number of subpages, amount of text, images, videos.
- Is content creation (copywriting) required or does the client provide all materials?
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Functionalities and integrations
- A simple blog vs. advanced, custom functionalities (reservation systems, marketplace, membership fees, etc.).
- Integration with external services (CRM, ERP, payment systems, email services, booking systems…).
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Our CMS solution
- How many adaptations to the CMS are necessary given special requirements?
- Adding specific modules or developing new functionalities to order.
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SEO and digital marketing
- Basic optimization vs. continuous SEO work (keyword analysis, content strategy, link building).
- Advertising on social networks, Google Ads, email marketing, etc. can be an additional cost.
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Hosting, domain, and maintenance
- Type of hosting (shared, VPS, dedicated server, cloud).
- Regular updates and maintenance (system upgrades, security backups, support).
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Development timeframe
- Urgent projects with very short deadlines often require higher investment.
- Detailed planning and a phased approach help control and rationalize costs.
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References and team expertise
- An experienced team or agency with a strong reputation and high level of service usually charges more.
- However, investing in quality reduces risk and increases the project’s long-term sustainability.
Conclusion
The price of creating a website or a complex web platform can vary greatly, especially when it comes to platforms and advanced systems that often require extensive development, integrations, and ongoing maintenance.
- For basic websites and smaller projects, costs range from a few hundred to a few thousand euros.
- For advanced websites with more functionalities or integrations, they start from a few thousand euros and go up.
- For web platforms and large complex systems, one should expect much higher amounts that can reach tens of thousands of euros.
Tip: It is most important to clearly define the goals and requirements of the project, as well as the available budget. Talk to our team to get an accurate estimate—we will take all your requirements into account and advise you on realistic possibilities and costs. In the end, a quality and sustainable solution generally pays off more in the long run than a half-measure, cheaper approach.
