January 202612 min readSymloop Team

Mobile App Development in Spain and Portugal 2026

Your technology partner for the Iberian market

The Iberian market represents a major opportunity for companies looking to digitize their services. With over 58 million inhabitants in Spain and Portugal, and a smartphone penetration rate exceeding 85%, mobile app development has become essential to conquer these dynamic markets.

Why the Iberian Market in 2026?

  • Spain is the 5th largest e-commerce market in Europe with 25% annual growth
  • Portugal is an emerging tech hub with innovative startups
  • Iberian users spend an average of 4 hours per day on their apps
  • The Iberian mobile app market will reach 8 billion euros in 2026
  • Strong potential for expansion to Latin America through common language

Our Mobile Development Services

Native iOS Applications

Swift and SwiftUI development for iPhone and iPad, optimized for the Spanish and Portuguese premium market.

Native Android Applications

High-performance Kotlin development to reach 70% of Iberian mobile users.

Cross-Platform Applications

React Native and Flutter for rapid deployment on both platforms with an optimized budget.

E-commerce Applications

Mobile online sales solutions with secure payment adapted to the Spanish and Portuguese market.

We Operate Throughout the Iberian Peninsula

Madrid

Spanish economic capital, fintech and startup hub

Barcelona

Mediterranean tech center and smart city

Lisbon

Portuguese capital, Web Summit ecosystem

Porto

Emerging tech hub in northern Portugal

Valencia

Innovation and entrepreneurship hub

Seville

Economic center of Andalusia

Bilbao

Industry 4.0 and digital transformation

Malaga

Emerging European Silicon Valley

Our Development Methodology

1

Market Analysis

In-depth study of the Iberian market and your local competitors

2

UX/UI Design

Design adapted to Spanish and Portuguese user preferences

3

Agile Development

2-week sprints with regular demonstrations

4

Localized Testing

Testing with real users in Spain and Portugal

5

Launch

Store publication with ASO optimized for Iberia

6

Maintenance

Ongoing support and regular updates

Mobile Development Pricing Spain Portugal

Transparent investment for your project

MVP Startup

€15,000
6-8 weeks
  • iOS or Android app
  • 5-8 screens
  • Basic backend
  • Modern UI design
  • Store publication

Business Application

€35,000
10-14 weeks
  • iOS + Android
  • 15-25 screens
  • Robust backend
  • API integration
  • Advanced analytics
  • Multi-language ES/PT

Enterprise Solution

Custom
16+ weeks
  • Complex architecture
  • High availability
  • Enhanced security
  • Multiple integrations
  • Dedicated support
  • Guaranteed SLA

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a mobile app cost in Spain?

The cost of a mobile app in Spain ranges from €15,000 for an MVP to over €100,000 for a complex enterprise application. Our rates are 30-40% more competitive than Madrid agencies while guaranteeing European quality.

What is the development time for an app in 2026?

An MVP can be developed in 6-8 weeks, a business application in 10-14 weeks. Enterprise projects typically require 4-6 months depending on complexity.

Do you develop bilingual Spanish/Portuguese applications?

Yes, we develop multilingual applications in Spanish, Portuguese, Catalan, Basque and Galician. Localization is essential for success in the Iberian market.

How do you handle payments for the Iberian market?

We integrate payment solutions preferred by Iberians: Bizum (Spain), MB Way (Portugal), bank cards, PayPal and Apple/Google Pay.

Do you offer maintenance after launch?

Yes, we offer maintenance contracts including security updates, bug fixes, optimizations and new features.

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