How Much Does Custom Software Development Cost in the Philippines?

One of the most common questions we get from growing teams in the Philippines is simple: what does this actually cost? Here is a straight answer, based on what we see building custom software and products day to day.

Typical hourly and monthly rates

Philippine software development rates generally range from $25–$75 per hour depending on seniority. Monthly, junior developers run roughly $2,400–$4,000, mid-level $4,000–$7,200, and senior engineers $6,400–$12,000. For a comparable US-based team, expect $150–$250 per hour — a 60–70% cost difference for equivalent quality of work.

What actually drives the price

Project size and feature scope, the technology stack, integrations with existing systems (accounting, HR, e-commerce), design complexity, timeline, and ongoing support after launch all shift the final number more than the hourly rate does.

Why teams choose iiDevs

We're the product arm of llwso.com, an established Philippine custom software company — so you get a team that has already shipped LMS, ERP, social media, and AI voice products of its own, not just client work. That means fewer surprises on cost and timeline.