appsolute

What appsolute does

appsolute GmbH is a German mobile application development agency founded in 2008 by Holger Meyer and headquartered in Wörth am Rhein near Karlsruhe. The firm provides end-to-end custom app services — market analysis, UX/UI design, native iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin) development, cross-platform development with Flutter, backend engineering (Node.js, Firebase, PHP/MySQL), quality assurance, app store deployment, and post-launch maintenance — for startups, German Mittelstand, digital agencies, and select public-sector and NGO clients across the DACH region. Its portfolio includes the original iLiga app (now Onefootball, 100M+ downloads), enterprise work for BMW Group, Netze BW, mail.de, the Deutsches Rotes Kreuz, and the Bavarian State Institute for Early Childhood Education, plus a video-editing app for VIYOUU built with Flutter.

Revenue is generated primarily through project-based professional services engagements, with pricing ranging from approximately €8,000 for a simple MVP to €60,000+ for complex enterprise builds, supplemented by monthly maintenance subscriptions from €500/month that account for roughly 20% of the original development budget per year. The company is privately held and founder-owned with no disclosed external funding; leadership comprises CEO Holger Meyer, CTO Slavko Tomcic, and Director of Sales Switzerland Oliver Reist. The agency uses AI-assisted development tools (Claude Code, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot) internally and integrates third-party AI APIs (Anthropic, OpenAI, Google Vertex AI, AWS Bedrock, ElevenLabs) into client applications, while emphasizing full GDPR/DSGVO compliance and exclusive use of in-house regional developers as core differentiators.

Name

appsolute

Legal name

appsolute GmbH

Website

https://appsolute.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

appsolute GmbH is a German mobile app development agency in Wörth am Rhein delivering custom iOS, Android, and Flutter cross-platform applications for startups, mid-market companies, agencies, and public-sector clients across the DACH region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Mobile App Development Services

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Custom Application Development (Web/Mobile/Desktop) (BPAEAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Device & App Lifecycle Management (Build, QA, Release, A/B Testing) (MPAHAJAE)

Keywords

• Mobile app development
• Custom iOS development
• Cross-platform Flutter apps
• Backend development services
• UX/UI design services

Headquarters

HQ city

Wörth Am Rhein

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom App Development Projects: Full-service app development from concept to launch, including UI/UX design, development, testing, QA, and App Store deployment. Project-based pricing ranging from €8,000 (simple MVP) to €60,000+ (complex enterprise apps).
2. Maintenance and Support Contracts: Ongoing app maintenance, OS updates, bug fixes, and feature enhancements after launch. Flexible maintenance packages offered.
3. Backend/API Development: Scalable backend solutions for apps, including cloud infrastructure, APIs, and database systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

appsolute GmbH is a German mobile app development agency that designs, builds, and maintains custom iOS, Android, and cross-platform (Flutter) applications for business clients. The full lifecycle service covers market analysis, UX/UI design, native or cross-platform development, scalable backend engineering, QA testing, and post-launch maintenance, with DSGVO compliance as standard. Pricing ranges from €8,000 for MVPs to €60,000+ for enterprise apps, supplemented by recurring maintenance contracts.

Product overview

appsolute GmbH is a German mobile app development agency offering full-service app development for iOS, Android, and cross-platform (Flutter) from their office in Wörth am Rhein near Karlsruhe. Founded in 2008, the company provides end-to-end services including market analysis, UX/UI design, native and cross-platform development (Swift/Kotlin for native, Dart for Flutter), backend development (Node.js, Firebase, PHP/MySQL), quality assurance with crowdtesting, and app store optimization. The company integrates AI tools (Claude Code, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot) into their development process to accelerate delivery while maintaining human quality oversight. Core service offerings span concept, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. Notable historical projects include iLiga/Onefootball (100M+ downloads), and current client work includes VIYOUU video app, KITA HUB Bayern, NOYSEE Pegel flood warning app, mail.de secure email client, DRK server app, Pegelmeter field measurement app, and KiV birdhouse camera app. The company also offers AI-powered development capabilities including generative AI integration via Anthropic, OpenAI, Google Vertex AI, and AWS Bedrock APIs, plus ElevenLabs text-to-speech for apps requiring voice features.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mobile App Development Services Custom end-to-end mobile application development for iOS, Android, and cross-platform, covering market analysis, concept, UX/UI design, native or Flutter development, QA, App Store deployment, and ongoing maintenance for business clients such as startups, Mittelstand, agencies, and public-sector organizations.
• Backend Development Scalable server-side engineering for mobile and web applications, including data storage, user authentication, API infrastructure, and real-time processing. Built on Node.js, Firebase, PHP, and MySQL, with proven capacity to handle 10,000+ requests per second at peak load.
• UX/UI Design User-experience and interface design for mobile apps, including wireframes, mockups, interactive prototypes, and final visual designs that follow platform-specific Apple HIG and Material Design guidelines.
• Market Analysis Strategic market research and competitive analysis that validates app concepts, identifies target audiences, and defines unique selling propositions before any development begins.
• Quality Assurance & Crowdtesting Comprehensive QA including automated tests, manual device testing, usability testing, and crowdtesting with external testers to validate apps before launch.
• App Store Optimization (ASO) Ongoing ASO services covering keyword research, screenshot optimization, description copywriting, and performance monitoring to improve app visibility and downloads in Apple App Store and Google Play.
• Service & Maintenance Post-launch support including OS updates, security patches, bug fixes, feature enhancements, monitoring, and continuous improvement based on analytics; delivered via recurring monthly maintenance contracts.
• App Cost Calculator Interactive online tool that provides instant cost estimates for app development projects based on app type, complexity, design requirements, and feature selections, ranging from €8,000 (MVP) to €60,000+ (enterprise).
• Native iOS Development (Swift) Native iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and CarPlay app development using Swift and SwiftUI, recommended for hardware-near features (Bluetooth, ARKit, HealthKit, NFC), maximum UI performance, and immediate access to new Apple platform features.
• Native Android Development (Kotlin) Native Android application development using Kotlin for smartphones, tablets, wearables, Smart TVs, and automotive systems, with deep Google ecosystem and specialized hardware integration.
• Flutter Cross-Platform Development Cross-platform mobile development using Google's Flutter framework with Dart, producing native apps for iOS and Android from a single codebase. Recommended for most projects, delivering 30-40% cost savings versus two separate native apps.
• App Analytics Integration Integration of analytics platforms (Firebase, Mixpanel, Countly, Localytics, Appsee, Flurry, App Annie, devtodev) into client apps to track user behavior, engagement, conversions, retention, and revenue metrics including ARPU/ARPPU.
• Usability Testing User experience testing services using laboratory and remote methodologies to validate app usability before launch, identifying friction points and optimizing user flows.
• App Monetization Consulting Strategic consulting on app revenue models including paid apps, freemium, in-app purchases, subscriptions, advertising (banner, native, video, interstitial, rich media), affiliate marketing, and sponsorship models.
• App Marketing Marketing strategy services covering user acquisition through social, paid advertising, search ads, and ASO, plus user activation and retention through push notifications, in-app messaging, and engagement optimization.
• MVP/MAP Development Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and Minimum Awesome Product (MAP) development methodologies helping clients choose between rapid market testing with core features or higher-quality, full-featured launches based on competitive landscape analysis.
• Wireframes, Mockups & Prototypes Design documentation services producing low-fidelity wireframes, medium-to-high resolution visual mockups, and interactive prototypes for user testing prior to development.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30-40% cost savings with Flutter vs. two native apps
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability7 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Südpfalz Innovation HubminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2025appsolute joined the Südpfalz Innovation Hub in March 2025 as the first app company member. They contribute experience and expertise to support regional tech ecosystem development, not primarily for customer acquisition.
• BVMW (Bundesverband Mittelstand)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMember of the German SME association for networking and visibility.
• GoodFirmsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed on GoodFirms platform for app development company visibility.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Accso – Accelerated Solutions GmbH: German IT services firm specializing in custom software and mobile application development for enterprise customers, with a similar focus on quality engineering and long-term client partnerships. Comparable in size, geography, and full-lifecycle delivery model.
• Simform: Custom software and mobile app development firm offering iOS, Android, Flutter, and backend engineering for product companies and enterprises. Comparable in full-lifecycle mobile delivery, cross-platform expertise, and AI-assisted development adoption.
• NOVEDIA Services GmbH: German IT services company offering custom software development including mobile and web applications for enterprise clients. Similar in custom-development orientation, DACH focus, and project-based pricing structure.
• Netguru S.A. Poland-based digital consultancy offering custom mobile app development (iOS, Android, Flutter) and backend services to European and global clients. Comparable in technology stack (Flutter, native, backend), delivery model, and target segments including startups and enterprise.
• cosee GmbH: German software and app development agency headquartered in Darmstadt, delivering custom iOS, Android, and cross-platform mobile solutions for enterprise and Mittelstand clients. Directly comparable to appsolute in scope, German-onshore delivery model, and target customer base.
• Cheesecake Labs: Brazil-born app development studio delivering native iOS/Android and cross-platform apps with full-stack backend and UX services. Comparable in custom mobile app focus, agency-of-record relationships, and technology breadth across native and cross-platform frameworks.

Others

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Broad incumbents

• Endava plc: Global IT services and digital transformation company with substantial custom software and mobile development practices serving enterprise clients across financial services, retail, and media. Comparable offering at significantly larger scale, competing for the same enterprise custom-app mandates.
• Sopra Steria SE: Major European IT services group with deep German presence, offering custom application development, mobile, and digital platform services to large enterprises and public sector. Comparable in DACH enterprise custom-app delivery but at substantially greater scale and breadth.
• Thoughtworks Holding plc: Global technology consultancy providing custom software engineering, mobile, and platform development with agile methodology. Comparable in custom-build orientation and engineering quality focus, but operates at global scale across many verticals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/appsolute
• Facebookfacebook.com/appsolutegmbh
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/385872

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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