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Startup MVP Development Company for SaaS and product teams.

QalbIT is a product-focused engineering partner helping founders design, build and ship their first MVP in 8–12 weeks across SaaS, web and mobile apps. We turn fuzzy ideas into launch-ready products with clean, scalable code you fully own.

  • Non-technical founders who need a reliable MVP development agency.
  • Product managers validating new ideas with a focused MVP scope.
  • CTOs and tech leads who want a small, stable squad of MVP developers.

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Based in Ahmedabad, India, working with founders in the UK, Europe, Middle East and beyond.

MVP dashboard snapshot

Time to MVP
10–12 weeks Average for most SaaS and product MVPs.
Launch success
96% MVPs that go live on the agreed timeline.
Stack
Laravel · React · Flutter
Engagement model
Prototype sprint → MVP build → Scale-up squad

Designed for startup budgets with clear milestones and ownership.

Built for founders and product teams who need to move fast

QalbIT partners with early-stage startups and growing product companies that need a reliable MVP development agency to turn ideas into real products without the chaos of freelancers or a risky in-house build.

Non-technical founder

You have a clear problem and market, but you do not have a tech co-founder and you are tired of juggling multiple freelancers or agencies that over promise and disappear.

How we help

We act as your product and tech team, refining scope, suggesting features for a lean MVP, selecting the right stack and guiding you through every decision from prototype to launch.

Product manager or head of product

You are responsible for validating a new product line or feature set and you need an execution-focused MVP development company that can work alongside your internal stakeholders.

How we help

We convert discovery insights into UX flows, click-through prototypes and a small but robust MVP that can be measured in terms of adoption, retention and revenue impact.

CTO or tech lead

You own the architecture and long term roadmap but need an experienced squad of MVP developers to move faster than your internal capacity allows.

How we help

We plug in as an extension of your team, aligning to your coding standards, infrastructure and review process while owning delivery of specific MVP modules or streams.

Operations or business owner

You see inefficiencies in your operations and want an internal tool or SaaS style MVP to digitise workflows, but you do not want to manage a large in house tech team.

How we help

We map your processes, design simple interfaces for your teams and deliver a secure web or mobile MVP that fits your budget and can be evolved into a full product over time.

Common problems we solve for startup MVPs

  • Freelancer teams that disappear mid way or ship poor quality code.
  • Scope creep and missed timelines that delay your fundraising or go to market.
  • Legacy code bases that are hard to extend, maintain or hand over to new teams.
  • Over engineered architectures that are too expensive for early stage MVPs.
  • Disconnected teams where design, development and QA do not talk to each other.
  • Founders struggling to hire MVP developers they can rely on.

What we build

MVP development services we offer

From first prototype to launch and early traction, we design and build focused MVPs that validate your riskiest assumptions while keeping the codebase ready for the next phase of growth.

SaaS MVP development

Multi tenant web apps, subscriptions, roles and permissions, billing and admin dashboards built with Laravel, React or Next.js and modern infrastructure.

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Web app MVPs

Browser based products and internal tools with responsive UI, authentication, reporting and integrations into CRMs, ERPs or third party APIs.

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Mobile app MVP (Flutter)

Cross platform mobile MVPs using Flutter with shared codebase, backend APIs and analytics so you can iterate quickly on iOS and Android.

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Internal tools and dashboards

Operational MVPs for sales, support, logistics, finance and operations teams, replacing spreadsheets with reliable, role based applications.

See how we support different industries

Prototyping and clickable UX flows

Low fidelity and high fidelity prototypes, user journeys and interface designs to validate ideas with users and investors before writing full production code.

Learn more about our UX design

API and back-end for existing front ends

Secure, well documented REST and GraphQL APIs, authentication, payment integrations and data pipelines powering your existing web or mobile front ends.

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Modernising or rescuing half built MVPs

If you are stuck with a half finished MVP or legacy code, we audit the existing product, stabilise what can be saved and plan a phased roadmap to get you to a reliable production release.

Many clients switch to QalbIT after struggling to hire MVP developers who can take ownership of both the technical and product sides of the build.

We deliver MVP development services from Ahmedabad, India, partnering with founders and product teams in India, the UK, Europe, the Middle East and beyond.

How we work

Our proven MVP development process

A structured, transparent approach from discovery to launch, designed so that you always know what is being built, why it matters and when it will be delivered.

Typical timelines for a Startup MVP with QalbIT range from 8–16 weeks, depending on scope and integrations. We prefer phased engagement so you can validate each step before committing to the next.

  1. 1

    Product discovery and scoping

    Product discovery and MVP scope

    We unpack your idea, target users, business model and success metrics, then define a focused MVP scope that fits your budget and timeline.

    Key outputs:  Problem statement, personas, feature list, non goals and success criteria.

  2. 2

    UX flows and interface design

    UX flows and interface design

    We create end to end user journeys, wireframes and clickable prototypes so you can validate the experience with stakeholders, advisors and early users.

    Key outputs:  User flows, low and high fidelity screens, design system basics and a click through demo.

  3. 3

    Technical architecture and roadmap

    Technical architecture and delivery roadmap

    We pick the right stack, design the data model and integrations, and define a realistic sprint plan covering build, QA and launch activities.

    Key outputs:  Architecture diagram, tech stack, backlog, sprint plan and release milestones.

  4. 4

    Build sprints and QA

    MVP build sprints for back-end, front-end and QA

    Our engineers ship features in short, focused sprints with regular demos, code reviews and structured QA so that you see progress every week.

    Key outputs:  Working increments of the product, test coverage and access to staging environments.

  5. 5

    User feedback and iteration

    User feedback and iteration

    We help you onboard pilot users, capture feedback and prioritise improvements so the MVP becomes something customers are willing to pay for.

    Key outputs:  Analytics setup, feedback backlog, iteration plan and a refined roadmap.

  6. 6

    Launch and post launch support

    Launch, support and next phase planning

    We prepare your infrastructure, monitoring and release checklist, then support the launch and help you plan the roadmap towards product market fit.

    Key outputs:  Production deployment, run books, support window and a post launch roadmap.

Engagement models and budget guidance

Whether you are validating a brand new idea or scaling a working MVP, we keep our engagement models transparent so you know what to expect in terms of time, cost and responsibilities.

Prototype Sprint

2–3 weeks

A focused design and prototyping engagement to visualise your idea, align stakeholders and test the core experience before committing to full development.

Best for
Early stage founders preparing for investor pitches or internal approvals.
Typical budget
₹1.5L–₹3L (USD 2–4K), depending on scope and complexity.

Deliverables: UX flows, clickable prototype, high level architecture and a ballpark MVP estimate.

Full MVP Build

8–12+ weeks

End to end MVP development with discovery, UX, architecture, engineering and QA handled by a dedicated QalbIT squad.

Best for
Funded startups and founders with a clear problem solution fit and roadmap.
Typical budget
₹6L–₹18L (USD 8–25K), based on modules, integrations and platforms.

Deliverables: Production ready MVP with staging and production environments, documentation and handover.

MVP and scale retainer

3–9 months

A stable product squad that continues after the MVP launch to optimise performance, ship new features and support your growth milestones.

Best for
Startups approaching product market fit that need predictable capacity each month.
Typical budget
Monthly retainer starting around one senior and one mid level engineer equivalent.

Deliverables: Continuous delivery, roadmap execution, technical optimisation and support SLAs.

Dedicated MVP developer or pod

Flexible

Embedded engineers or a small pod that works directly with your CTO or product owner using your tools, processes and ceremonies.

Best for
Teams that already have a roadmap and want execution support from experienced MVP developers.
Typical budget
Monthly rate per developer or pod, adjusted by seniority and commitment.

Deliverables: Capacity aligned to your sprint plan with shared KPIs and ongoing knowledge transfer.

We share a clear proposal before any engagement starts, including scope, assumptions, timelines and team composition, so you always understand how your startup MVP development budget will be used.

MVP case studies and outcomes

We have helped founders across different industries go from idea to working MVP and beyond. These examples show how we approach SaaS, platforms and operational products.

URLCrop – Link management and analytics

SaaS MVP

From concept to multi tenant SaaS platform for short links, QR codes and campaign analytics, running on a modern Laravel and React stack.

  • Stack: Laravel, React, Tailwind, PostgreSQL, Redis.
  • Outcome: Deployed to production with subscription billing and team workspaces.
  • Impact: Enabled founders to validate pricing and usage patterns across multiple regions.
Read the URLCrop story

Netzur – ISP operations platform

B2B SaaS MVP

End to end MVP for managing internet service providers: customer onboarding, plans, billing, support tickets and network monitoring.

  • Stack: Laravel, Vue or React, Tailwind, MySQL.
  • Outcome: Deployed to early ISPs with multi tenant architecture and role based access.
  • Impact: Significant reduction in manual work and better visibility into revenue and churn.
View Netzur case study

LimosPro – Limousine booking platform

Web and mobile MVP

MVP for a chauffeur and limousine business, covering fleet management, bookings, driver app and customer communication workflows.

  • Stack: Laravel, Flutter, REST APIs, admin dashboards.
  • Outcome: Launched production ready MVP used daily by operations teams.
  • Impact: Faster booking cycles and better utilisation of fleet resources.
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Other startup MVPs we have partnered on

Beyond these flagship products, QalbIT has collaborated with founders on fintech, HR, field operations, education and logistics MVPs. Many of these are under NDA and cannot be named publicly, but they follow the same structured approach and clean engineering practices.

Tech stack and delivery capabilities

We combine a modern, battle tested technology stack with pragmatic engineering practices so your MVP ships quickly without blocking future scale. Our team is comfortable leading the stack decisions, or aligning fully with your existing architecture.

Backend and APIs

Robust, secure backends and APIs powering your SaaS, web and mobile MVPs.

PHP Laravel Node.js REST GraphQL

Web frontends

Fast, accessible interfaces with component libraries aligned to your brand.

React Next.js Vue Tailwind CSS

Mobile apps

Cross platform mobile MVPs with shared code and native feeling experiences.

Flutter Android iOS

Infrastructure and data

Deployments, observability and storage tuned for the MVP stage and beyond.

MySQL PostgreSQL Redis AWS DigitalOcean

Headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, we deliver MVPs for founders across India, the UK, Europe and the Middle East. You can explore our full technology stack and service lines to see how we support your roadmap. Technology stack · Services

Why QalbIT for your Startup MVP

You are not just buying engineering hours. You are partnering with a founder led team that has designed, built and scaled real SaaS and product MVPs. We care about clean execution, long term maintainability and your ability to raise, sell and grow on top of the code we ship.

Product first, not just code first

We think in terms of activation, retention, revenue and operational impact, not only tickets and pull requests.

  • We help prioritise your MVP scope by impact and risk, not by wish list.
  • We recommend the simplest architecture that can prove your thesis.

Founder led engagement and clear ownership

As a founder led company, you work directly with decision makers, not a rotating cast of anonymous developers.

  • Direct involvement from senior leadership for scope, architecture and critical decisions.
  • Stable squads who stay on your account instead of constant resource shuffling.

Clean code you own from day one

You fully own your IP, code and infrastructure. We set up repositories, environments and documentation so you can continue with us or any other team without lock in.

  • IP and source code transfer clearly defined in our agreements.
  • Readable, testable code with sensible conventions and documentation.

Transparent communication and time zone overlap

We keep you in the loop through weekly demos, async updates and shared tools, with comfortable overlap for the UK, Europe and Middle East.

  • Clear sprint plans, progress updates and risk flags.
  • Communication via Slack or Teams, Jira or ClickUp and regular video calls.

Long term partnership, NDAs and security

Many of our MVP clients continue with us for years for v2, v3 and new product lines. We sign NDAs, follow secure coding practices and treat your roadmap as confidential.

  • Standard NDAs and IP clauses to protect your idea and implementation.
  • Secure repositories, access control and environment separation for staging and production.
“QalbIT behaved like an internal product team, not an outsourced vendor. They challenged our ideas, simplified scope and shipped the MVP on the timeline we needed.”

Founder, SaaS startup in the United Kingdom

“We moved to QalbIT after a difficult freelancer experience. They stabilised the codebase, rewrote critical parts and got us to a stable launch.”

Co founder, operations platform in the Middle East

“Their documentation and handover made it easy for our internal team to continue after the MVP phase without surprises.”

CTO, product company in Europe

FAQs · Custom software & teams

Frequently asked questions about Startup MVP development with QalbIT

These are the questions founders and product teams usually ask when they explore working with QalbIT as their startup MVP development company.

  • ✓ Timelines and budget ranges for Startup MVPs, from quick prototype sprints to full end-to-end builds.
  • ✓ How we work with founders and product teams (scope, handover, code/IP ownership, NDAs, time zones).
  • ✓ What happens if you already have a half-built MVP, legacy codebase or an internal team we need to collaborate with.

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How long does it take to build a Startup MVP with QalbIT?

Most Startup MVPs we deliver fall in the 8–16 week range, depending on scope, platforms (web, mobile or both) and integrations. Smaller prototype sprints can be completed in 2–3 weeks, while larger SaaS MVPs with complex workflows and multiple user roles may run for several months in clearly defined phases.

What budget range should we plan for MVP development?

Do we need a very detailed scope or BRD before starting?

Can you take over a half-built MVP or legacy codebase?

Who owns the source code, IP and infrastructure for our Startup MVP?

Does QalbIT sign NDAs and follow security best practices for MVPs?

How do you handle time zones, communication and project visibility?

What kind of founders and teams is the Startup MVP service best suited for?

How is a Startup MVP different from a full product build with QalbIT?

How can we get started with QalbIT for our Startup MVP?

Next steps

Ready to talk about your Startup MVP?

Share where you are today, what you want to launch and by when. We will walk you through how QalbIT can support you as your startup MVP development partner, with clear timelines, budget ranges and next steps.

Typically we respond within 24–48 hours with clarifying questions and next steps.