How much does it cost to build a prototype?
It depends on what the prototype has to prove. A CAD-designed, 3D-printed part sits at the low end of the price list above, a sensor device or small app in the middle, and a full hardware-plus-app product is a staged build quoted after a feasibility sprint. What drives prototype costs →
How much does a custom app cost for a small business?
A focused web tool or small business app is usually the lowest-cost option, and phone apps with logins, payments or a cloud backend cost more. Plan for ongoing hosting, updates and app store fees as well as the build. Custom app costs explained →
Does my idea need an app, hardware or both?
If it only organises information people type in, an app or web tool is usually enough. If it needs to read or control something physical, such as water levels, pumps or lights, it needs a device plus an app. How to scope an IoT product →
I have an invention idea. What should I do first?
Write it down, check what already exists, and keep it confidential. Talk to a registered patent attorney before you show it publicly, then prove the core idea works before paying for a polished prototype. What to do first with an invention →
Will you keep my idea confidential?
Yes. Everything you share about your project is treated as confidential, and I'm happy to sign a non-disclosure agreement before you share the details. Privacy policy →
Who owns the finished product, code and designs?
You do. When the project is paid for, you receive the code, CAD and design files. If a project runs on one of my reusable tools, that part is licensed to you, and the quote says so up front.
Can you finish a half-built app or Arduino project?
Yes. I start with a short audit of the code, wiring and accounts, then tell you whether rescuing it or rebuilding is faster and cheaper, with a fixed price either way. Finishing a stalled project →
Can you monitor tanks, pumps or equipment remotely?
Yes. Sensors can track tank levels, pumps, temperatures and power, and send alerts to your phone. On rural properties the main decision is the connection: Wi-Fi, 4G or long-range radio. Remote tank and pump monitoring →
What is private AI, and is it right for my business?
Private AI runs on hardware you own, so your data never leaves your premises. It suits businesses with sensitive information, repetitive document work or unreliable internet. For occasional general use, cloud AI is often simpler. When local AI beats cloud AI →
Should I license my invention or manufacture it myself?
Licensing earns royalties with less risk and capital, while manufacturing keeps more control and margin but needs money and time. Many inventors prove demand with a small run before deciding. Licensing vs manufacturing →
Do you work with clients outside Australia?
Yes. Design, CAD, apps, firmware and AI are delivered remotely, and physical prototypes are shipped internationally. Prices are listed in USD, GBP and EUR on the regional pages. US & international · UK · Europe
Have you built anything like this before?
Recent builds include a smart pool and spa controller, an interactive photo booth for a retail client, and BookForge, a writing app live on Google Play. Each has a full case study. Read the case studies →
