1. AppsBakr
Marketplace has helped developers crowdfund over 1 million dollars to develop and market their new apps. Developers build a distribution network around their app campaign page through online email, social media and blogging and offline communication. Check out the FAQ here.
2. SellanApp (no longer in business)
“Using crowdfunding to connect App Ideas with developers”
If you like an App Idea, you can be part of it by pledging money. In return, you’ll get a share of any money it makes in the App Store and the kudos of spotting a killer app idea! Check out the FAQ here.
If an App Idea is selected by a developer, SellanApp applies a 10% fee to the funds collected. For revenue sharing Apps, SellanApp applies a 5% fee on all revenues forwarded.
3. Appsplit
Launched in 2012, Appsplit is a crowdfunding platform for apps that allows you to fundraise for your app idea, sell an existing iPhone or Android app, and find contractors to work with you on a mobile app.
“For crowdfunding campaigns we take 5% for all-or-none campaigns (only get the money if you reach the goal) or 10% for open campaigns (you get the money even if you dont reach your goal). For the marketplace campaigns (sales) we take 5%. The connect campaign is free for both sides.” – Source
4. AppsFunder
Appsfunder is a crowdfunding platform for mobile apps. To date, about a 100 products have been listed on the website according to their stats page.
“We charge 8% on the collected funds per milestone for successfully funded projects.
We also receive 5% of all app-revenues made by the ap once published.”
Check out more information on their pricing here.
5. Appstori
“AppStori is a crowdsourcing and funding platform for great mobile apps.”
Listing on AppStori is free, once approved. If you’re successful in reaching your funding goal, Amazon Payments and AppStori deduct transaction fees. AppStori collects 7% commission only if the project is successful. Amazon takes an average of 2-3%.
