Desktop Software Built Around Your Team
Shops, schools, clinics and offices often work best with software that lives on the computer: fast, always at hand, and set up exactly the way your team works. We build it, and connect it to your web or mobile systems when you need that.
When a Desktop App Makes Sense
A desktop app is a strong choice when staff use the system all day, when speed matters at the counter, or when you rely on hardware such as receipt printers, barcode scanners or label printers. It is also a good fit when you want the system to keep working during internet outages.
If you also want owners or customers to reach the same data from a phone or browser, we can build a web or mobile companion that uses the same back end.
Desktop Software We Build
Typical projects include point-of-sale and inventory systems, invoicing and billing tools, school and clinic management, payroll and HR tools, reporting dashboards, and internal tools that replace spreadsheets.
Every project starts with a free WhatsApp consultation and a fixed quote in KES, so the scope and price are clear before work starts.
How We Build Your App
A clear process, so you always know what is being built and what it costs.
Free WhatsApp Consultation
Tell us your idea, who will use it and your budget. We ask the right questions and reply within 1 hour.
Scope & Fixed Quote
You receive a written list of screens and features, a fixed price in KES and a delivery timeline. No hidden charges.
Deposit via M-Pesa
Pay a deposit by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card to confirm your start date.
Design & Build
We design the screens and build the app, sharing progress and test versions you can try so you can request changes early.
Testing & Launch
We test on real devices, fix issues and help you launch, including the store listing for mobile apps.
Support After Launch
WhatsApp us for fixes and questions after launch. The length of support is stated in your quote.
App & Software Pricing in Kenya
Apps and software start from KES 45,000. Your fixed quote depends on the number of screens, the features and integrations, and the platforms you need.
Mobile App
Android, iOS or both, with a backend and admin dashboard for your team.
- Android and/or iOS app
- M-Pesa Daraja payments
- Push notifications
- Admin dashboard
- Backend and API
- Fixed quote in KES
Desktop App
Desktop software for shops, schools, clinics and offices.
- Windows and Mac
- Invoicing and reports
- Inventory and stock
- Syncs with web or mobile
- Built around your workflow
- Fixed quote in KES
Custom Software
POS, school management, HR and payroll, delivery platforms and more.
- Web, mobile or desktop
- User accounts and roles
- Reports and exports
- M-Pesa and SMS integration
- Built around your process
- Fixed quote in KES
Need something custom? Web applications, SACCO portals, school management systems and other larger builds are quoted individually, from KES 45,000. WhatsApp us for a custom quote →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about desktop app development in kenya and our services.
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Why choose a desktop app instead of a web app?
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