Ready to innovate with custom software?
Looking for a specialist custom software development company in the UK?
We've got you covered. We develop custom software and MVPs that can prove your concept and accelerate your tech startup. We've worked in dozens of industries with companies throughout the UK since 2013. All from our HQ in Birmingham, West Midlands.
We develop custom
- SaaS platforms
- Native iOS/Android apps
- Cross-platform mobile apps
- Web platforms
- Start-up software
- API integrations
- Design prototypes
Our core technologies
- Symfony framework (PHP)
- Node.js (JavaScript/TypeScript)
- React (JavaScript/TypeScript)
- MySQL & PostgreSQL databases
- Native iOS apps (Swift)
- Native Android apps (Kotlin)
- Cross-platform apps (React Native)
Want to develop custom software for your business?
Get a free custom software quote"We worked with Codevate on a mobile app for an Innovate UK project and the results have been seriously impressive! High quality and fast iteration work that very few companies can do."
Are you a startup with a disruptive tech vision? Or an established business looking to amplify a competitive edge ? Then you know it’s important to validate ideas as early as possible when developing custom software.
Can you develop my custom software/MVP?
Absolutely! We can help you get the right 'market fit' by developing custom software step-by-step with our iterative process. We also develop 'minimum viable products' (MVPs). MVPs capture early adopters’ feedback and tighten the feedback loop, producing better software.
We work closely with founders to understand your core value proposition, shaping a software solution that supports your vision and business model. Our goal is to build lean, high-impact products that solve real problems from day one.
With experience across multiple industries and product types, we bring fresh insight to early-stage products—helping you build smarter, launch faster, and stand out in competitive markets.
Talk to an expert today
Not sure what kind of software you need yet? We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to help you understand your options—from launching a new SaaS platform to devoloping your app idea MVP.
Let us know your goals and we’ll help you plan the next steps with confidence.
Why you should get in touch
- Develop your software step-by-step; launch sooner rather than later
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We have a 100% project completion rate(compared to an industry average of ~25%)
- Experienced senior developers
- Free project scoping call
- Speak with an expert
- Get a high-level no obligation quote
- Maintenance retainers available
Featured case study
Highly scalable start-up ride-hailing app
We helped a startup bring their ride-hailing platform to life—turning a high-risk, complex idea into a working MVP after previous developers had failed to deliver. The app was designed to scale from day one to handle traffic from a viral marketing campaign.
- Dual native mobile apps (for drivers and passengers)
- Real-time GPS location tracking and trip logic
- Highly scalable back-end - ready for growth
- Integrated payments and mapping APIs
"I've always felt 'in safe hands' with Codevate. Every deliverable added much value to our project; contracting them has been one of my best business experiences in 25 years."
Looking to build custom software? Check out our top 3 FAQs first
How quickly can you develop my software?
We often deliver a software prototype within the first few weeks.
Following both Lean and Agile means we can evolve your software as you gather feedback . That way, we develop the software based on your early adopters' feedback, giving you a competitive edge. This step-by-step innovation allows you to develop your software with a better product-market fit.
How do I know I've got the right software idea?
Testing and more testing! Focus groups, alpha testing, and feedback from early adopters are all essential. Our process is designed to make sure responding to feedback is as easy as possible.
By organising the vision into “phases”, we develop custom software step-by-step. Every phase in our software road map will focus on delivering working, testable software. Each new phase will steer us closer to a product-market fit via user feedback.
How can I secure my competitive edge?
If you want to stay ahead of your competitors, you can refine your software through continuous innovation. Generally, custom software will require maintenance to stay up-to-date and secure. But the best way to stay at the cutting-edge is with regular updates and developing new innovations.
Kick-start your software project
"I've always felt 'in safe hands' with Codevate. Every deliverable added much value to our project; contracting them has been one of my best business experiences in 25 years."
- Free 30 minute product strategy call
- In-person or remote founder workshops
- Free quick feasibility check
- No-cost high-level project outline
How do I define my MVP before developing my custom software?
We start by understanding your goals, users, and biggest challenges—then shape a clear, focused software plan. For more complex products, we run discovery workshops to explore requirements in detail and reduce risk early.
Develop lean software with us
We've been practicing Lean methodology since we started in 2013. Since then, we’ve been developing custom software for startups and small businesses all over the UK. We organise software projects into ‘phases’, with the first few phases focused on MVP development.
Get ready to build-measure-learn
Closing the feedback loop makes sure we're developing the right software for the right people. That means responding to market feedback is the key to developing custom software. Releasing software early and often is essential when it comes to finding the right product-market fit.
Develop better custom software with data-driven decisions
You can make data-driven decisions about your software by investing in in-app analytics. Meaningful metrics help us measure user behaviour and refine your software for a better user experience. A better UX means higher engagement and a faster return on investment.
We thrive on complexity, and have developed software for businesses large and small. We’ve built large-scale bespoke systems, with multiple web and mobile apps, including dozens of integrations.
Want to know more? Get in touch for a free initial consultation
Send us a message
Ready to build your custom software?
Feel free to get in touch via phone, email or send us a message. We’re always happy to hear from you.
"Contracting Codevate has been and remains one of the best experiences I have had in 25 years of business and I am so looking forward to progressing with them."
Frequently asked questions
Interested in our software development services but want to know more? Take a look at our FAQs below.
Feel free to send us a message about more project-specific questions.
How much does developing an MVP cost?
Each MVP varies in size, so we charge a standard daily rate for custom software development services. We provide close estimates before starting work, which can be updated as your software evolves.
It’s smart to include monetisation as early as possible in order to plan for a ROI. The cost of custom software comes from the features you build and the changes you make. Focusing on an early return means sustainable/continuous software development.
Although minimal at the MVP stage, you may want to consider hosting and maintenance costs. Another thing to consider the ongoing cost of integrations. We can provide realistic estimates (without markup) for this where needed.
What makes Codevate different?
Since 2013, we've maintained a 100% project completion rate (compared to an industry average of 25% [1] ). We utilise both Lean and Agile principles, and all of our staff are full-time and UK-based (no outsourcing!)
Will my business and software ideas stay confidential?
We're always happy to sign non-disclosure agreements and protect your trade secrets as if they were our own.
Can you be our chief technology officer (CTO)?
We do offer a consultancy-based service called Virtual CTO (vCTO). Through this service, we provide software consultancy on an ad hoc or retained basis. We can advise on best practices in software product development, continuous innovation, etc. We can even attend stakeholder meetings as a technical advisor.
Will you develop software for equity/shares?
We’re open to coming on board for some equity on the right software project. As long as you have a strong business plan, we're open to conversations about equity or profit share. However, we can’t work below cost. We’ll always need cash flow for a project in order to pay our engineers a competitive salary and keep the lights on!
Can my new software support thousands of users?
Absolutely. If scalability is a priority, we design your software with growth in mind from day one. We’ve built secure, horizontally scalable systems that handle tens of thousands of users.
Whether you’re preparing for steady growth or sudden spikes from viral marketing campaigns, we’ll make sure your software is ready to perform.