Question 1

Do you have an Adelaide office?

Accepted Answer

No - we're proudly based in Wanaka, New Zealand. But the vast majority of our work happens remotely with founders across Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, the US and the UK. We use video calls, Slack, and a structured project process. Many of our Adelaide clients have never met us in person and still describe the experience as more responsive and connected than agencies down the road from them. If you'd like to meet in Adelaide, we'd be happy to fly over for a milestone meeting on bigger projects.

Question 2

What's the difference between a general digital agency and a specialist app agency?

Accepted Answer

General digital agencies build websites, run social media, and do a bit of everything. A specialist app agency like 44Degrees focuses exclusively on what is actually required to make your mobile app or SaaS product successful. This means we understand app store algorithms, mobile UX patterns, subscription business models, user acquisition strategy, ASO, and the specific challenges of scaling app businesses. We've launched hundreds of apps - that depth of experience produces fundamentally better outcomes than working with a generalist.

Question 3

How long does it take to design and build an app?

Accepted Answer

Our 4-phase, validation-first process typically takes 3-5 months from idea to successful MVP launch - and protects your investment with GO/PIVOT/NO-GO decision gates at every stage:

Phase 1 - Market Intelligence & Validation: 2 weeks
Phase 2 - Landing Page Validation Campaign: 2-4 weeks
Phase 3 - End-to-end MVP Design: 2 weeks
Phase 4 - Rapid MVP Development: 6-8 weeks

Traditional "build first" agencies typically take 6-12+ months of blind development. Because we validate first, you're not wasting months building something that's doomed to fail.

Question 4

Do you validate app ideas before building?

Accepted Answer

Yes - it's central to everything we do. Our validation framework tests your idea with real market data before you invest in development. We analyse competitors, test demand, model unit economics, and give you a clear GO, PIVOT, or NO-GO recommendation. Phase 1+2 typically costs ~$12,500-$15,000 (incl. ad spend) over 4-6 weeks - and can save you $100,000+ by catching failed ideas early.

Question 5

What types of apps do you design and build?

Accepted Answer

We work across the full spectrum: B2B, consumer apps (iOS & Android), SaaS platforms, marketplace apps, subscription-based products, and enterprise mobile solutions. Our sweet spot is apps with a business model - whether that's subscriptions, transactions, or user growth. We've helped apps across fitness, education, social networking, travel, healthcare, and more.

Question 6

How much should I budget for app marketing after launch?

Accepted Answer

App marketing in Australia and New Zealand typically requires $2,000-$20,000/month depending on the channels. ASO (App Store Optimisation) usually runs $1,500-$5,000/month, while paid user acquisition (Apple Search Ads, Google UAC, Meta and TikTok Ads) needs $3,000-$20,000+/month including ad spend to generate meaningful results. Our App Growth Marketing services start at $2,000/month - we recommend focusing on one channel and scaling as you see success rather than spreading budget thin.

Question 7

Do you do app development or just design?

Accepted Answer

We do both. We specialise in strategy, validation, design and development, and growth marketing. For development, we either manage the entire build in-house or work with our trusted developer network - either way you get specialist expertise at every stage with seamless handoff and quality control throughout. No jack-of-all-trades approach.

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