How fast can you start?

Discovery usually kicks off within one to two weeks of signing. If you have a hard deadline, tell us upfront — we'll be straight about whether we can hit it.

Do you work with early-stage startups?

Yes — about half our projects are pre-seed to Series A companies building their first real product. We scope tightly so you ship something meaningful, not a prototype that gets thrown away.

Can you sign an NDA before we share details?

Of course. We sign NDAs routinely before first calls — no awkwardness, no delay.

What does a first call look like?

30 minutes on your goals, constraints, and timeline. We'll ask sharp questions, tell you honestly if we're a fit, and outline what a scoped engagement could look like — no slide deck, no pressure.

How do you communicate during a project?

Weekly demos, async updates in Slack or your tool of choice, and a shared board so you always know what's in progress.

Yes — full ownership from day one. Repos, infrastructure, and docs are yours.

What happens after launch?

Every fixed-scope build includes 30 days of post-launch support. After that, most clients move to a retainer or embedded team.

Can you work with our in-house team?

Absolutely. We plug into your workflow, PR process, and standups — as extra senior capacity, not a separate silo.

How much does a typical project cost?

Fixed-scope builds typically start around $18k. Embedded teams run from $12k/month. We'll give you a clear number after discovery — not a range that doubles mid-project.

Do you work on hourly or fixed price?

Both, depending on the engagement. Fixed price for clearly scoped builds; monthly retainer or embedded team for ongoing work. We avoid open-ended hourly without a cap — that's how budgets spiral.

What if scope changes mid-project?

It happens. We document the change, agree on impact to timeline and budget before writing code, and keep a clear change log so nothing surprises you at invoice time.

What tech stack do you use?

React / Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, and PostgreSQL for most web products. React Native or native Swift/Kotlin for apps. Python and modern LLM APIs for AI features.

Can you work with our existing codebase?

Yes. We start with a short technical audit, identify risks, and propose a pragmatic path forward.

How do you handle AI features responsibly?

We ground models on your data, evaluate outputs before launch, add guardrails for edge cases, and monitor usage and cost in production.

02 · App Development

App Development

Native-feeling apps for iOS, Android, and the web from a single codebase — so you ship on every platform without tripling your engineering cost.

2 storesOne codebase, iOS + Android

4–12 wkTypical MVP timeline

99.5%Crash-free session target

Order confirmed ✓

Delivery: 12 min

2 storesiOS + Android from one build
4–12 wksTypical MVP timeline
99.5%Crash-free session target
1 teamDesign through App Store

Overview

In their pocket,
not in a browser tab.

We build mobile products that earn a home screen spot — fast, reliable, and ready for the App Store and Play Store from day one.

01 · For users

An app they actually open

Smooth onboarding, push that matters, and flows designed for thumbs — not a responsive website in disguise.

02 · For your team

One codebase, two stores

Shared logic with your web product where it helps — without sacrificing the polish people expect on iOS and Android.

Greenfield apps

React Native or native Swift/Kotlin — we pick the stack for your timeline, team, and platform requirements.

React NativePush & offlinePaymentsStore launch

Rescues & takeovers

Inherited a buggy app or stuck in review hell? We audit, stabilize, and get you shipping again on a sane cadence.

Code auditCrash fixesReview supportRelease train

What we build

Four kinds of app work
we ship often.

Most teams start with one core flow — then expand to new roles, platforms, or offline features.

Consumer mobile apps

Onboarding, feeds, profiles, payments, and push — polished UX for apps people open every day.

Marketplace & two-sided apps

Buyer and seller flows, messaging, ratings, and role-based experiences across iOS and Android.

Field, delivery & logistics

Offline-first tools for drivers, technicians, and field teams — GPS, camera, and sync when signal returns.

Developer debugging a mobile application

App rescues & rewrites

Stabilize a flaky codebase, fix store rejections, and ship a sustainable release cadence before adding features.

Fit & scope

Is this the
right fit?

Building for phones first? These are the projects we say yes to most.

Product team reviewing a mobile app prototype

Store readyiOS + Android

Great for

6 scenarios

Startups launching their first mobile app
Consumer products needing push & offline mode
Marketplaces with buyer and seller apps
Field, delivery, or logistics apps
SaaS products extending to mobile
Teams replacing a slow or buggy existing app

What's included

Every engagement

React Native or native Swift / Kotlin
Offline-first data sync
Push notifications, payments & auth
App Store & Play Store submission
Crash monitoring & analytics
Post-launch update cycles
Deep linking & universal links
Biometric login & secure storage
Beta distribution via TestFlight / internal track

How we think

Principles that shape
every build.

These are the defaults we bring unless your product needs something different.

Native feel, shared code

We optimize for platform conventions — gestures, navigation, haptics — while keeping one codebase where it makes sense.

Offline is not optional

Spotty connectivity is the norm. We design data layers and UI states that work without a perfect network.

Ship through the stores

Screenshots, privacy labels, review notes, and phased rollouts are part of the build — not a surprise at the end.

Measure what breaks

Crash reporting, session analytics, and release health dashboards are wired in before you scale acquisition.

How we build

From scope to ship.

A clear, repeatable process for every app development engagement.

01
Product & platform strategy
1–2 weeks
We define MVP scope, platform priorities (iOS first vs simultaneous), and the right stack. API contracts and data models are agreed before UI work.
02
UX flows & UI design
2–3 weeks
Screen-by-screen flows for onboarding, core actions, and edge cases. We design for thumbs, notifications, and intermittent connectivity from the start.
03
Development & device testing
4–10 weeks
Sprint-based builds with TestFlight and internal Android tracks. Real-device QA across screen sizes, OS versions, and network conditions.
04
Store submission & growth
1–2 weeks + support
App Store and Play Store assets, review support, and phased rollout. Analytics and crash tools configured before you scale marketing spend.

What you get

What we use, and what you get.

The tools and outputs for a typical app development project with Hostyler.

Technologies

Chosen for your product

Battle-tested tools — not whatever is trending this week.

React NativeExpoSwiftKotlinFirebaseRevenueCatOneSignalSentry

Deliverables

What you walk away with

Everything needed to launch, maintain, and grow.

Production iOS and Android builds
App Store & Play Store listings
Push notification infrastructure
Offline sync & local storage layer
Analytics & crash reporting dashboard
Release playbook for future updates
API integration documentation

Why it matters

Why mobile apps grow your business

A dedicated app keeps your brand in your customer's pocket — driving repeat visits, faster actions, and loyalty that a mobile website alone cannot match.

Always within reach

Home screen presence, push notifications, and faster repeat access mean customers come back without searching or re-entering payment details every time.

Higher engagement and retention

Apps support personalised experiences, saved preferences, and in-app messaging — keeping users active longer than mobile web alone.

New revenue channels

Subscriptions, in-app purchases, bookings, and loyalty programmes are easier to deliver natively with smoother checkout and fewer drop-offs.

Operational efficiency

Field teams, drivers, and staff get offline-capable tools with camera, GPS, and real-time sync — replacing paper, WhatsApp, and manual updates.

What we can build

Examples for your business.

Practical use cases we deliver — from customer-facing apps to internal automations.

Customer loyalty & reorder apps

Let repeat buyers reorder in two taps, track deliveries, and receive offers through push — ideal for retail, food, and service businesses.

Booking & appointment apps

Salons, clinics, and service providers reduce no-shows with reminders, calendar sync, and easy rescheduling from the phone.

Marketplace & on-demand apps

Connect buyers and sellers or riders and customers with messaging, ratings, payments, and role-based experiences on both sides.

Internal staff & field apps

Give teams checklists, photo capture, inventory updates, and job tracking that works offline and syncs when connectivity returns.

Companion apps for web products

Extend your SaaS or e-commerce platform with mobile notifications, quick actions, and features that make sense on the go.

Store-ready MVPs

Launch a focused v1 on the App Store and Play Store with analytics, crash reporting, and a release plan built in from day one.

Working together

How app engagements usually start

Most app projects begin with platform strategy and MVP scope — then a written plan before design or development starts.

01
Intro call to define platforms, timeline, and must-have v1 features
02
Written scope with stack recommendation (React Native vs native)
03
Figma flows for onboarding and core actions before code
04
Weekly TestFlight / internal Android builds — real devices, not emulators only
05
Store submission support and post-launch release playbook

React Native or fully native — which do you recommend?

React Native fits most B2C and B2B apps where speed-to-market matters. We recommend native Swift/Kotlin when you need heavy graphics, complex Bluetooth/hardware integration, or platform-exclusive features at scale.

Do you build the backend too?

Yes. We often build the API and admin tools alongside the app, or integrate with your existing backend. One team owns the full stack.

How do App Store submissions work?

We prepare screenshots, metadata, privacy labels, and review notes. We have been through hundreds of submissions and know how to avoid common rejection reasons.

Can you take over an existing app?

We audit the codebase, fix critical issues, and plan a sustainable release cadence. Rescue projects are common — we start with stability, then ship features.

How long until we're in the App Store?

A focused MVP typically reaches TestFlight in 4–6 weeks and store submission in 8–12 weeks. Complex marketplaces or offline-heavy apps run longer — we lock timeline after discovery.

What do you need from us to start?

MVP feature list, brand assets, Apple/Google developer accounts (or willingness to create them), and a product owner who can review builds within a few days each sprint.

Explore our other disciplines.

Ready when you are.

If this sounds like the right fit, tell us what you're building — we'll reply within one business day with next steps, not a sales pitch.

Start an app project Or email us directly