Custom web applications and portals built for the way you work
Client portals, internal dashboards, SaaS products or the tool your business has needed for years. If it runs in a browser, we can build it with PHP, Laravel, React or Vite, working remotely from Pakistan to keep it affordable.
- 10+ years experience
- Remote team in Pakistan
- Low-cost rates in Rands
At Web Design Durban, web application packages start at R49 999, about half the typical Durban price of R100 000. The work is done remotely by our team of expert freelancers in Pakistan, with more than 10 years of experience, and most projects take 6 to 16 weeks.
- Starting price
- R49 999
- Typical Durban price
- R100 000
- Timeline
- 6 to 16 weeks
- Team
- Remote experts in Pakistan, 10+ years
- Serving
- Durban, KZN and all of South Africa
- Contact
- WhatsApp, 6 AM to 7 PM SAST
Custom Web Apps & Portals for Durban businesses
Some problems don't have an off-the-shelf answer. Maybe your process is unusual, maybe you're stitching five apps together and copying data between them, or maybe you have an idea for a product nobody has built yet.
That's where custom software makes sense. We start by understanding the problem properly, then design and build an application that solves it. You get a clean interface your team will enjoy using, a solid backend, and code you own outright.
Our developers have more than ten years of experience with PHP, Laravel, React, Vite, Node.js and MySQL. We work in stages with regular demos, so you see real progress every week or two and can change direction early if you need to.
Why Durban businesses choose us for web application
Modern tech stack
React and Vite for fast interfaces, Laravel or Node.js for reliable backends, and MySQL or PostgreSQL for your data.
Built in stages
We release working parts every couple of weeks, so you can test and give feedback as we go.
Integrations
Connect payment gateways, accounting software, email, SMS, maps or any service with an API.
Secure and scalable
Proper authentication, user roles, backups and code structured to grow with your users.
Runs where you want
Cloud servers, a VPS, or even shared cPanel hosting for smaller PHP applications.
You own the code
Full source code and documentation are handed over. No lock-in.
Up to 50% lower than the Durban market
Our team of expert freelancers works remotely from Pakistan, so you get the same quality web application work for about half of what local agencies charge. Satisfaction guaranteed: we keep refining until you're happy before you pay the balance.
MVP
Launch the first version of your idea.
- Discovery & prototype
- Up to 10 screens
- User login & roles
- Admin dashboard
- Deployment & handover
Business App
A complete system for daily operations.
- Up to 25 screens
- Everything in MVP
- API integrations
- Reports & exports
- Notifications
- 3 months support
Platform
SaaS products and large platforms.
- Unlimited screens
- Everything in Business App
- Multi-tenant / SaaS setup
- Subscriptions & billing
- Performance & scaling
- 6 months support
Save R100 001 on the Business App plan and put it into Google Ads, social media or stock instead, or invest it into an even better web application. Same budget, more results.
Prices in South African Rand, starting prices for a standard scope. Domain, hosting, paid plugins, third-party fees and ad spend are not included. Your final fixed quote depends on your exact requirements. Typical Durban prices are based on published 2026 rates from Durban and South African agencies.
Remote experts, local results.
Our web application work is done by a remote team of freelancers in Pakistan with more than 10 years of experience. That's how we keep prices low for Durban and South African clients without cutting corners. You talk to us on WhatsApp, see progress on live previews and only pay the balance when you're happy.
10+ years of experience
Our designers and developers have been at this for over a decade, with more than 300 websites, stores and campaigns delivered.
Lower cost, same quality
Lower running costs on our side mean a lower quote on yours. We cut overheads, never corners.
Only 3 hours apart
Pakistan is 3 hours ahead of SAST. We're online 6 AM to 7 PM your time, Monday to Saturday.
Pay as you see progress
A deposit to start and the balance once you approve the design. Live previews at every step.
How your web application project comes together
Discovery
We dig into the problem, the users and the must-have features, then agree on a first version.
Prototype
You click through a prototype of the key screens before development begins.
Sprints
We build in short cycles with a demo at the end of each, so nothing is a surprise.
Launch and support
We deploy, monitor and keep improving the app with an optional support plan.
Custom Web Apps & Portals questions
Still unsure about something? Ask us on WhatsApp. You'll get a straight answer from someone who does this every day.
Ask a questionWhich technology will you use?
It depends on the project. PHP with Laravel is excellent for business systems and runs on most hosting. React or Vite suit apps with rich, fast interfaces. We'll recommend the simplest option that does the job well.
How much does custom software cost?
It depends on the features. We usually begin with a short discovery phase, then give a fixed quote for the first version. Building in stages keeps costs predictable.
Can you take over an existing project?
Yes. We can review the existing code, fix problems and continue development, as long as we have access to the source code.
Do you sign an NDA?
Yes. We're happy to sign a non-disclosure agreement before you share your idea or business details.
Who maintains it after launch?
We offer monthly support plans for updates, fixes and new features, or we can hand over to your own developers with full documentation.
Ready to get started?
Tell us about your web application project and get a free quote in Rands, usually within a few hours. Our team works remotely from Pakistan, so you get expert work without the Durban agency price tag.