Softment

Mobile Development

Cross Platform Mobile App Development

We build cross-platform mobile apps that feel native and remain maintainable. You get one codebase, clear architecture, and a release process that doesn’t fall apart at launch time.

TimelineTypical: 3–8 weeks (scope-dependent)
Starting at$900

Overview

What this service is

This service helps you ship iOS and Android from one codebase using Flutter or React Native—chosen based on your UI needs, native constraints, and delivery goals.

We build a maintainable foundation (project structure, data flow, environments, and build setup) so you can release confidently instead of fighting last-minute platform issues.

You receive a documented handoff with clear patterns for adding features and keeping performance stable over time.

Benefits

What you get

Shorter time-to-market

Shared code and reusable UI reduce build time while keeping quality consistent.

Lower long-term maintenance cost

Fewer duplicated features and fewer platform drift issues after launch.

Consistent product behaviour

Same edge-case handling, same UX decisions, and fewer platform-specific surprises.

Native escape hatches when required

We integrate platform modules for camera, maps, payments, and hardware capabilities cleanly.

Better release discipline

Environment separation and build setup to keep dev/staging/prod stable.

Handoff that your team can run with

Clear docs, setup steps, and conventions so shipping doesn’t depend on us forever.

Features

What we deliver

Stack recommendation (Flutter vs RN)

We choose based on UI needs, native constraints, team familiarity, and release targets.

Reusable design system components

Buttons, inputs, cards, lists, and navigation patterns implemented for consistent iteration speed.

API and auth integration

Typed clients, session-safe flows, and robust error handling so the app behaves well in the wild.

Offline-ready patterns (optional)

Local storage, sync, and conflict-safe updates when connectivity is unreliable.

Analytics + crash reporting baseline

Visibility into stability and key user journeys before and after launch.

Release support and store checklist

Signing, build config, and submission guidance to avoid last-minute production blockers.

Process

How we work

1
1–3 days

Fit assessment

We identify the best cross-platform approach and scope risks early (native modules, performance constraints).

2
1–4 days

Foundation

We set up navigation, data boundaries, and environments so feature work stays consistent.

3
2–6 weeks

Feature milestones

We deliver in slices with demos and acceptance checks—no big-bang surprises at the end.

4
2–5 days

Quality pass

Device checks, crash handling, and edge-case tightening so the app behaves in real usage.

5
1–2 days

Launch prep

Build and submission guidance plus a handoff doc so your team can keep releasing.

Tech Stack

Technologies we use

Core

FlutterReact NativeTypeScriptDart

Tools

Firebase / SupabaseREST / GraphQLSQLite (offline)Sentry / Crashlytics

Services

CI buildsApp Store / Play Store tooling

Use Cases

Who this is for

Startup MVPs

Validate quickly with a build you can extend after traction—without rewriting the app later.

Operational business apps

Dashboards, approvals, field forms, and role-based flows built for day-to-day use.

Booking and marketplace products

User onboarding, listing flows, checkout-like journeys, and status updates with stable data flow.

Modernising legacy mobile apps

Incremental rebuild strategy to improve maintainability without pausing your roadmap.

Teams with shared web + mobile contracts

Align types and API boundaries so web and mobile move together instead of drifting.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

It depends. Flutter excels at consistent UI and fast visual iteration. React Native fits well when you already use React/TypeScript heavily. We recommend based on constraints, not hype.

Yes. We handle common native SDKs and plan bridging work early so it doesn’t derail the timeline.

Yes when done well. We focus on interaction details, performance, and platform-specific expectations to avoid a ‘web-in-an-app’ feel.

We can. Many teams start with a scoped build, then continue with maintenance or iterative feature sprints.

Regional

Delivery considerations for your region

Compliance & Data (US)

For US teams, we build with auditability in mind: clear access boundaries, least-privilege roles, and reviewable operational controls.

We can align delivery with SOC 2 / ISO-friendly practices (without claiming certification): evidence-ready logs, secure-by-default config, and clear ownership.

  • SOC 2 / ISO-friendly implementation patterns (no certification claims)
  • Least-privilege access and permission boundaries
  • Security review checklists for auth, payments, and data flows
  • PII-safe logging + incident response playbooks (on request)
  • Retention and deletion flows where required
  • NDA + vendor onboarding docs on request

Timezone & Collaboration (Americas)

We support teams across the Americas with meeting windows that work for EST/CST/MST/PST.

We keep delivery predictable with weekly milestones, concise async updates, and written decisions to reduce calendar load.

  • Americas overlap with EST/PST-friendly windows
  • Async-first updates with written decisions
  • Weekly milestone demos + change control
  • Fast turnaround on blockers and clarifications
  • Clear owner per workstream and escalation path

Engagement & Procurement (US)

US-friendly engagement structure: clear SOWs, milestone billing, and invoice cadence that fits typical procurement workflows.

If you need vendor onboarding artefacts, we can provide security posture summaries and delivery process documentation.

  • USD invoicing and milestone-based payment schedules
  • SOW + scope lock options for fixed-scope work
  • Time-and-materials for evolving requirements
  • Procurement-ready documentation on request
  • Optional paid discovery to de-risk delivery

Security & Quality (US)

We ship with a security-first checklist and performance budgets—so releases stay stable under real traffic.

Expect clean PRs, reviewable changes, and production-ready testing from day one.

  • Threat-aware checks for auth, roles, and sensitive data flows
  • CI-friendly testing: unit + integration + critical path smoke tests
  • Performance budgets (Core Web Vitals-minded) and bundle checks
  • Structured logging + error tracking hooks (Sentry-ready)
  • Rollback-safe releases and clear release notes
Ready to start?

Not sure Flutter vs React Native?

Tell us your requirements and we’ll recommend the best cross-platform approach before you commit.

Decision guidance included with scope mapping.