Practical guide
PWA or native app?
Having "your own app" doesn't necessarily mean going through the App Store. PWAs now cover a large share of needs.
What is a PWA?
A Progressive Web App is a website that behaves like an app: it can be installed on the home screen, opens in full screen, can work partially offline and can send notifications on compatible devices. A single codebase works on iPhone, Android and desktop computers.
When a native app is necessary
For advanced access to hardware (Bluetooth, sensors, background processing), high graphics performance, or if being on the App Store and Google Play is a selling point, a native app is justified.
Our advice
Start with a PWA whenever possible: lower cost, instant updates, no store approval. If your needs grow, the same foundation (your web app and its API) can then be used for a native app.
Frequently asked questions
In brief
Does a PWA work on iPhone?
Yes, it can be installed from Safari (Share → Add to Home Screen).
Can a PWA be put on Google Play?
In some cases this is possible through a dedicated wrapper; we will advise you based on your project.
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