A complete technical scope in 6 questions and 3 minutes.
Full step-by-step breakdown of each quiz question, why we ask it, what it affects in the output, and what the range of answers means.
Step 1: What Are You Building?
Why we ask: Project type determines the baseline architecture. A SaaS needs multi-tenant data isolation. A marketplace needs two-sided user models. An AI product needs ML infrastructure. This single answer shapes 40% of the recommendation.
What each option means for your scope:
Subscription billing, user management, dashboards
Inventory, payments, order management, logistics
Native vs cross-platform decision, app store compliance
Model selection, inference cost, data pipeline
Auth/SSO, admin, lower scale requirements
Two-sided model, escrow/payments, trust and safety
How The Cost Is Calculated
Our cost model:
Base cost range per project type
Indian agency rates, 2026
Feature multipliers
Each selected feature adds to min and max
User scale modifier
High scale = more complex infrastructure
Timeline modifier
Rush = 20-40% premium; flexible = small discount
Risk buffer
Embedded in the max figure
Example: A "Medium" SaaS with 3 MVP features, 5K initial users, and normal timeline typically costs Rs. 8L-15L and takes 8-10 weeks.
How To Use Your Scope
Your scope is a starting document, not a finished contract. Here's how to use it effectively:
Share with developers to get accurate quotes
Your scope removes ambiguity. Developers can quote more accurately and you can compare quotes fairly across teams.
Share with co-founders to align on the plan
The architecture diagram makes technical decisions understandable to non-technical co-founders.
Include in investor presentations
A technical scope signals founder credibility and preparation.
Use as input for your project brief
When you hire an agency or developer, share your scope as the starting point for discovery. It compresses 2-4 weeks of scoping.
Is StackPick really free?+
Yes. The full scope, architecture diagram, and chat feature are free. No signup required. We may introduce premium features for power users in future. The core tool will always be free.
How accurate are the estimates?+
StackPick uses a production AI engine calibrated against Indian dev agency rates and real project data. Estimates are directionally accurate for planning purposes. For a fixed quote, you will need to engage a development team with your scope in hand.
Can I use this for a client proposal?+
Absolutely. Many consultants and freelance PMs use StackPick to scope client projects. The embed widget lets you add the calculator to your own site.