How much does a Telegram Mini App (TMA) cost

Telegram Mini Apps (TMA) are web applications that open right inside Telegram. They have replaced classic button bots in areas where a beautiful UI is needed: online stores, booking services, games, and crypto projects.

What is a TMA made of?

Unlike a regular bot, a TMA is a full web application. It consists of:

1. Frontend (React, Vue) — what the user sees.
2. Backend (Node.js, Python) — the server that handles the logic.
3. Database (PostgreSQL) — storing products, users, orders.
4. The bot itself — the entry point for the user.

Development Prices in 2026

Since a TMA is a complex product, its price is comparable to web app development:

• Simple storefront (from $700). Ready-made template functionality, minimal customization. Great for a quick start.
• Custom service with user dashboard (from $1,500). Integration with your CRM, complex cart logic, custom design.
• Large-scale platforms (from $3,000+). Crypto wallets, complex games, high-load platforms.

How to save money?

Start with an MVP (Minimum Viable Product). Don't try to immediately build in a loyalty system, referral programs, and complex analytics. Launch the basic order processing functionality, test the demand, and only then invest in further development.