Custom iPhone Apps
Native apps written in Swift and SwiftUI around your workflows, customers and growth plans.
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iOS Apps MAIT · Abu Dhabi since 2014
iOS App Development Company in UAE
MAIT builds native iPhone and iPad apps in Swift for UAE businesses that want an app that feels right at home on iOS. You get one accountable team for design, engineering, testing and App Store submission, with a clear scope and price before any commitment.
- Free consultation
- NDA from the first meeting
- App Store submission handled
10+Years in the UAE
2014Abu Dhabi headquarters
7Emirates served
2 weeksBetween working builds
Overview
iOS Apps Built for How iPhone Users Actually Behave
iPhone users notice when an app does not feel right: gestures that behave oddly, slow screens, or a design copied over from another platform. We build with Apple's own tools and interface conventions, so your app feels natural from the first tap.
Whether you are launching a first product or replacing an app that has fallen behind, we start with your customers and revenue model, then plan the screens and features around them. If you also need Android, our Android app development team works in the same process and to the same design.
iOS App Developmentby MAIT, Abu Dhabi
What we build
Our iOS App Development Services
From a first iPhone release to an existing app that needs rescuing, each service is scoped around what your business needs next.
iPad Apps
Layouts that make proper use of the larger screen for sales teams, classrooms, clinics and retail counters.
Apple Watch & Widgets
Glanceable updates, reminders and quick actions that keep your app useful between full sessions.
Payments & Subscriptions
Apple Pay, UAE payment gateways and in-app purchases, chosen to suit your product and Apple's rules.
Modernization & Rebuilds
Update an ageing app, move older Objective-C code to Swift, and fix what is slowing it down without losing users.
App Store Launch
TestFlight betas, store listings, privacy details and submission, handled from start to finish.
Have an app idea?
Find out what version one of your iOS app should include.
Share the idea on a free call. We sign an NDA, then send a clear scope, price and timeline before you commit.
Built for iOS
iOS Features That Keep Customers Coming Back
Going native only pays off when your app uses what the iPhone does well. These are the features we most often plan into a build.
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Face ID and secure sign-in
Customers return with a glance instead of a password, while sensitive credentials stay in the iOS Keychain. Where your service needs a verified identity, we can scope UAE PASS sign-in as well.
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Apple Pay and local gateways
Fewer steps at checkout means fewer abandoned orders. We connect Apple Pay and the payment gateway your business uses, then test the full purchase, refund and receipt journey.
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Notifications people want
Order updates, booking reminders and service alerts bring users back at the right moment. We help you plan permission prompts and message rules so people keep notifications switched on.
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Bilingual from the first wireframe
Right-to-left layouts affect every screen, so we plan Arabic and English from the start rather than adding one later. Your UI/UX design stays consistent in both languages.
Talk to us about thisHonest advice
Do You Really Need a Native iOS App?
Not always, and we will tell you if you do not. Native iOS earns its cost when performance or deep device access is central to the product.
- Heavy graphics or animation
- Augmented reality features
- Live video or audio processing
- On-device machine learning
- New Apple features on release
- Your customers are mostly on iPhone
If your app mainly handles bookings, orders or loyalty on both platforms, cross-platform app development is usually the better value.
Cost
What Affects iOS App Development Cost?
The price depends on what the app has to do, not on a fixed package. Accounts, payments, real-time features and connections to your existing systems all change the scope.
Custom design, bilingual support, iPad layouts and Apple Watch features add work too. So do the backend and admin panel behind the app. After a free consultation, you get an itemized quote based on your actual requirements, with no hidden fees. For typical ranges, see our UAE app cost guide.
How it happens
From Idea to the App Store
You see progress on your own phone throughout the project, so there are no surprises at the end.
Start My iOS Project- 01
Validate and scope
We sign an NDA, then define what version one needs to do and what can wait.
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Design and approve
You review wireframes and clickable prototypes and approve them before any code is written.
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Build in sprints
Our developers work in agile sprints and send a working build to your iPhone every two weeks.
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Test on real devices
Our QA team tests on real iPhones and iPads, not only simulators, to catch problems early.
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Launch and support
We handle App Store submission, then our app maintenance team keeps the app current with each iOS release.
Project planner
Get a ballpark price in under a minute
Answer three quick questions. We show the typical UAE price range from our published cost guides, then send your brief straight to our team.
Prefer to talk it through? Send us a message or call +971 58 897 9925.
Client feedback
What Clients Say About Working With MAIT
We partnered with MAIT for software development and ongoing support. Their expertise and commitment truly set them apart in the UAE market.
Omar SiddiquiIT Director
★★★★★The MAIT team is highly professional and responsive. From consultation to delivery, everything was handled smoothly and on time.
Sarah KhanClient, Business Owner
MAIT delivered exactly what we needed. Their MAIT solutions improved our system performance and helped us streamline operations without any disruption.
Ahmed RazaOperations Manager
FAQ
Questions about iOS App Development
Still not sure? Our Abu Dhabi team gives straight answers.
How much does iOS app development cost in the UAE?
Cost depends on the features, design, integrations and backend your app needs. After a free consultation, MAIT provides an itemized quote based on your actual requirements, so you know the price before any work begins.
How long does it take to build an iOS app?
Simple applications typically take four to eight weeks, while enterprise-level systems may require three to six months. We share a realistic timeline once we understand your exact requirements.
Do you handle App Store submission?
Yes. We prepare the store listing and required privacy details, manage TestFlight testing, and handle the submission from start to finish. If Apple asks for changes during review, we work through them with you.
Should I build native iOS or a cross-platform app?
Cross-platform suits most business apps that need both iOS and Android. Native iOS is worth the extra investment when performance, advanced graphics or deep device features are central to the product. We recommend based on what your app has to do.
Can you build an iOS app in Arabic and English?
Yes. We plan Arabic and English from the first wireframe, including right-to-left layouts, so both languages feel natural and consistent throughout the app.
Do you provide support after the iOS app launches?
Yes. Our maintenance team can keep your app secure and compatible with new iOS releases, fix issues and add features as your business grows.
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Talk to MAIT
Tell us about the iOS app you want to build.
Share the idea, even if it is early. There is no commitment until you have our proposal.
- 1Send your detailsName, contact and the service you need.
- 2Free consultationWe understand your goals and requirements.
- 3Detailed proposalTransparent pricing and clear timelines.