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Mobile apps your customers and staff will keep using

We plan, design, and build iOS and Android apps, usually from a single cross-platform codebase so you are not paying for the same work twice. That includes the backend and integrations the app depends on, store submission, and the maintenance every app needs after release.

Discuss your mobile apps projectSee what’s included

Sound familiar?

Why many app projects disappoint

Is this you?

  • Businesses whose customers repeat an action often enough to justify an app
  • Field teams who need offline access, photos, or barcode scanning
  • Companies extending an existing platform or portal to mobile
  • Ecommerce brands considering an app alongside their store
  1. Problem

    An app that didn't need to exist

    Some ideas work better as a mobile-friendly website. An app only pays off when people return to it regularly.

  2. Problem

    Two codebases, twice the cost

    Separate iOS and Android builds double development and maintenance for features that are identical.

  3. Problem

    Store rejection and late surprises

    Privacy declarations, review guidelines, and payment rules delay launch when they aren't planned for.

  4. Problem

    No plan after version 1.0

    Operating system updates break apps that nobody maintains, and reviews suffer.

What's included

Everything a Mobile apps project covers

The exact scope is agreed in writing before any work starts.

Included

Discovery and app strategy

Whether an app is the right answer, which features matter for a first release, and how success will be measured.

Industries

Mobile apps for your industry

All industries

Retail & Ecommerce

We build Shopify stores and product pages that make buying easy, then bring in shoppers with search, ads, and email. Everything is tracked, so you know what sells.

What we build for you

  • Custom Shopify apps and integrations
  • Inventory and order syncing
  • Loyalty and subscription features
  • Reporting dashboards across channels
Explore retail & ecommerce

How it works

Clear steps, from first call to results.

You always know what’s happening and what’s next.

  1. Discovery

    We confirm the app is worth building and agree the smallest useful first release.

  2. Design

    We design and prototype key flows, testing them on real devices.

  3. Build in iterations

    We develop in short cycles with test builds you can install on your own phone.

  4. Beta and release

    We run a beta with real users, fix issues, and manage store submission.

  5. Maintain and improve

    We keep the app compatible with new OS versions and plan updates from usage data.

Real work

Built and shipped for clients

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Client project

RFS HCM: a complete HR management system

Our tech stack for mobile app development

We use proven platforms, frameworks, and tools, picked around your goals, your team, and your budget rather than what’s trendy.

  • Swift
  • Kotlin
  • Flutter
  • Dart
  • React
  • Expo
  • Android
  • iOS
  • Firebase
  • SQLite
  • Realm
  • Supabase
  • Fastlane
  • GitHub
  • Sentry

Ways to work with us

Keep control, or hand it all to us.

Not sure which fits? Tell us the goal and we’ll recommend one.

Working together

Your part, our part, and what shapes the price

You bring

  1. 1Apple and Google developer accounts in your business's name (we can help set them up)
  2. 2Access to any existing systems or APIs the app must use
  3. 3Content, branding, and a list of must-have features
  4. 4A small group of users for beta testing

After launch

Apple and Google release major OS updates every year, and apps need attention to keep working. We agree a maintenance arrangement before launch covering updates, fixes, and monitoring, and plan new versions from real usage.

What shapes the priceYour quote

  • Number of screens and user roles
  • Device features: camera, location, offline mode, payments
  • Whether a backend exists or must be built
  • Integrations with existing systems
  • Cross-platform build or separate native apps
  • Store requirements, such as in-app purchase rules

No fixed price list. We explain how each of these affects your quote.

FAQs

Mobile apps questions, answered.

Still have a question?

Tell us who would use it and how often. We'll tell you whether an app or a website is the better first step.

Ask us directly

Do we need an app or a mobile website?

If people use the service occasionally, a fast mobile website is usually better and cheaper. Apps make sense for frequent use, device features, offline access, or notifications. We'll tell you honestly which fits.

Native or cross-platform?

For most business apps, a cross-platform React Native build gives near-native quality for one codebase. Fully native development suits apps with heavy graphics or deep platform integration.

Who owns the app and the store accounts?

You do. Apps should be published under your own Apple and Google developer accounts, and code ownership is set out in the contract.

Can you guarantee App Store approval?

No one can, but we plan for the review guidelines from the start and handle any feedback from Apple or Google.

How much does a mobile apps project cost?

It depends on the scope, so we don't use a fixed price list. After a short call we send a written quote that shows exactly what's included. If you have a set budget, tell us and we'll show you what fits.

How long does it take?

It depends on the size of the work and how quickly content and feedback are ready. We agree a schedule with milestones before we start and tell you early if anything changes.

Can you work with our in-house team?

Yes. We can take on one part of the work, share our files and notes, and agree who decides what so handoffs stay clear.

Do you offer support after launch?

Yes. We fix anything that comes up early on, and you can choose ongoing support for updates and improvements. It's optional and agreed separately.

Do you work with businesses in other countries?

Yes. We work remotely with clients around the world and plan calls around your time zone.

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