Updated · By TIDL
When does it make sense to hire help?
Lovable makes it fast to get a prototype on screen. Teams usually bring in a developer when the app needs real users, payments, permissions, integrations with other systems, or a custom domain — the point where a demo has to become a product people depend on.
Freelancer vs agency
A freelancer is often cheaper for small, well-defined tasks. An agency is a better fit when you need design, engineering, and launch handled end to end, a fixed price, and someone accountable for support after launch. Ask either one who will actually write the code and who maintains it afterward.
What to look for
Shipped, live Lovable apps you can click through; experience with authentication, databases, and payments; a written scope before work starts; and code, accounts, and domain kept in your name.
Typical timelines
At TIDL, integrations typically take 2–4 weeks, internal tools and AI features 2–5 weeks, and full MVPs 4–8 weeks from kickoff to launch.
Questions to ask before you sign
Is the price fixed or hourly? What happens when scope changes? Do I own the code and accounts? How often will I see working software? Who supports the app after launch?