Mobile App Development Company
RaftLabs builds iOS and Android apps for businesses that have proven demand and are ready to scale. If your users are waiting and your current setup is letting them down, we scope the fix and ship it.
iOS and Android apps shipped across 50+ projects since 2015
Fixed-price scope before we write a line of code
8--14 week delivery for most focused builds
Flutter and React Native for most builds, native only when your product needs it
Recent outcomes
Mobile app · Community events platform
Built EventRaft from scratch to App Store in 14 weeks. 50K users signed up in the first 6 months.
50K users in 6 monthsMobile app · Social commerce
Delivered Sponzee, a TikTok-style influencer platform, in 16 weeks. Brand sales lifted 25% post-launch.
25% sales liftMobile app · B2B SaaS
Built Gula, a multi-platform food order management app. Revenue tripled in the first year with zero order errors.
3x revenue, 0% order errorsThe problem
Your desktop product works but mobile users are churning because there's no app?
Your existing app is slow, dated, and your sales team apologizes before every demo?
Three agencies gave you quotes and none could tell you what they'd actually build?
The short answer
RaftLabs builds iOS and Android apps for businesses in the US, UK, and Australia. 50+ apps shipped since 2015. Projects deliver in 8--14 weeks at a fixed price. Flutter and React Native are the default; Swift or Kotlin only when the product needs platform-exclusive APIs.
Mobile app development · Updated July 2026
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RaftLabs is a mobile app development company that has shipped 50+ iOS and Android apps since 2015 for businesses across retail, hospitality, healthcare, and logistics. We're a tech studio, not an agency. One team handles design, build, and App Store delivery with no handoffs between vendors. Businesses come to us when their mobile situation is costing them users. Not always dramatically: sometimes it's a slow app that looks embarrassing next to competitors, sometimes it's no app at all while mobile traffic climbs. Either way, we scope what needs to be built and ship it in 8--14 weeks at a fixed price.
Mobile services
iOS apps
Flutter covers the full iOS feature set for most builds: App Store delivery, Face ID, push notifications, in-app purchases, and Apple Watch extensions. We reach for Swift and SwiftUI when the product genuinely needs ARKit, Core ML, or HealthKit depth that cross-platform cannot access.
Android apps
Flutter and React Native handle the full Android feature set for most business apps: Google Play delivery, background services, push notifications, Bluetooth and NFC. We reach for Kotlin when the product needs hardware-level integrations or custom Android platform APIs.
Cross-platform apps
React Native and Flutter for iOS and Android from one codebase. Near-native performance, shared business logic, and 60--70% of the cost of two separate native builds. The right choice for most business apps.
Offline-first mobile apps
Apps that work in areas with no connectivity -- field service, warehouse, inspection, and logistics tools. Data syncs when the connection returns, with conflict resolution built into the architecture from day one.
B2B and enterprise mobile tools
Internal tools that replace the spreadsheet or the paper form: inventory apps, field service apps, sales enablement apps, and approval workflows. Built for how your team actually works, not a generic template.
Mobile app migration and rebuilds
If your existing app is slowing you down, we audit it, document what exists, and rebuild it properly. We've migrated legacy Objective-C codebases to Swift, and legacy Java Android apps to Kotlin, without losing production data or user history.
AI features in mobile
On-device AI inference, conversational AI integrated into app flows, and RAG-backed search that queries your own data. AI features scoped into the build, not retrofitted after launch.
Services
iOS app development
Native Swift and SwiftUI for App Store products that need full device access: ARKit, Core ML, HealthKit, and Apple Watch. Cross-platform covers the rest, and we tell you which fits before we scope.
Android app development
Kotlin and Jetpack Compose for Google Play, background services, and hardware-level integrations like Bluetooth, NFC, and custom Android platform APIs.
Cross-platform app development
React Native and Flutter for iOS and Android from one codebase, at 60 to 70% of the cost of two native builds. The right call for most business apps.
MVP development
A focused first version scoped to validated demand, shipped to the App Store and Google Play fast so you can put a real product in front of real users.
UI and UX design
Every screen designed in Figma before a line of code, including empty, error, and loading states. Changes at design stage are cheap; changes mid-build are not.
API development and integration
The backend APIs and third-party integrations your app depends on, built for fault tolerance so payments, sync, and push notifications hold up in production.
App maintenance and support
Ongoing bug fixes, OS compatibility updates, and minor feature additions after launch, or a clean handover to your internal team with full documentation.
Clients
Founders launching their first app
You have validated demand and users ready to sign up. We scope exactly what to build for launch, not a full-featured v2, and deliver to the App Store and Google Play in 8--10 weeks. Fixed price. No surprises.
Businesses adding a mobile channel
Your product works on desktop and your users expect mobile. We build the iOS and Android app alongside your existing system without disrupting what is already running. New mobile users are on the app within 10--12 weeks.
Teams rebuilding an outdated app
Your current app is slowing every release and embarrassing your sales team. We audit what exists, document what matters, and rebuild it properly. No data loss, no production regression. Legacy Objective-C and old React Native codebases are not new to us.
Agencies and product teams
You have a client who needs a mobile app and need a reliable delivery partner. We work named or white-label. Your client relationship, our design, build, and App Store delivery.
The process
We spend the first week mapping user flows, data models, and third-party integrations. You get a fixed-price scope document -- not a vague estimate -- before we write a line of code. Every edge case, every API dependency, every platform-specific consideration is documented.
We design every screen in Figma, including empty states, error states, and loading states. You see the full product before we build anything. Changes at this stage are cheap. Changes during development are not.
Development runs in two-week cycles. You get a working build every two weeks -- not a status report, a real app you can install and test. Backend API, authentication, core flows, integrations, and push notifications all ship before polish.
We test on real devices, not just simulators. The QA phase covers functional testing, performance testing, offline behavior, and edge cases. We fix everything before submission.
We handle Google Play and App Store submission including screenshots, metadata, privacy policies, and age ratings. We budget for one review cycle with Apple. You receive full source code, documentation, and app store credentials.
Tell us what you're building. We'll tell you what it costs and how long it takes -- before any commitment.
Why us
You get a scope document with every feature, edge case, and third-party dependency listed and priced before we write a line of code. No retroactive billing, no "that was out of scope" conversations after launch.
That volume means we've already solved the problems your build will hit: App Store rejection patterns, offline sync conflicts, push notification delivery rates. We've been through them.
One codebase, both stores, faster delivery. We reach for Swift or Kotlin only when your product genuinely needs platform-exclusive APIs. You get an honest recommendation, not whichever fills more of our time.
We test on real hardware, not simulators. QA covers functional testing, performance under realistic data loads, offline behavior, and edge cases. We fix everything before submission.
You receive the complete source code, documentation, and app store credentials when the project closes. No proprietary runtime, no platform lock-in. Your code is yours.
Single core workflow, authentication, push notifications, App Store delivery: shipped in 8--14 weeks. We achieve this through tight scoping upfront and two-week milestone builds, not status reports.
Why us
The engineers who assess your mobile app requirements also build it. No handoff to a junior team after the contract is signed. The same person who demos the prototype handles the App Store submission.
We scope the app, calculate the cost, and lock it in writing before development starts. A scope change is a change request: priced and agreed before work begins.
Clients include Vodafone, Nike, and Aldi. A community event app we built reached 50,000 users within 6 months of launch. A B2B food management platform tripled operator revenue in 30 days.
Eight weeks of bug fixes, performance tuning, and App Store update management after launch — included in the project price, not sold as a separate retainer.
What clients say
Three-year average engagement. Founders and operators describing the work in their own words. No marketing varnish.
IrelandWorking with RaftLabs has been amazing. The team is super responsive and quick to address our needs. They built a booking platform that's been a game changer for our team and our guests.
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We are not tied to one framework. Cross-platform is our default because it ships to both stores from one codebase, but we reach for native when the product genuinely needs platform-exclusive APIs. Whatever we pick, we document the choice so any competent mobile team can maintain it after handover. The technologies we reach for most often:
| Layer | Technologies we use | Where it fits |
|---|---|---|
| iOS (native) | Swift, SwiftUI, Objective-C | App Store products needing ARKit, Core ML, HealthKit, or Apple Watch depth |
| Android (native) | Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Java | Google Play builds needing Bluetooth, NFC, or custom hardware integrations |
| Cross-platform | React Native, Flutter, Expo | iOS and Android from one codebase at 60 to 70% of two native builds |
| Backend and data | Node.js, Python, Firebase, PostgreSQL | APIs, authentication, real-time sync, and offline-first data |
| Cloud and DevOps | AWS, Google Cloud, CI/CD pipelines, Fastlane | Automated builds, store submission, and production-grade infrastructure |
| AI on device | Core ML, TensorFlow Lite | On-device inference, in-app AI chat, and RAG-backed search over your own data |
The rule holds at every layer: no proprietary runtime, no platform lock-in, and no stack we cannot hand to your team on day one.
We price by project, not by the hour. After a scoping session you get a fixed quote with a defined scope, timeline, and price, so you know the number before development starts.
| Project type | Typical timeline | Cost range |
|---|---|---|
| Focused app, one core workflow, push notifications, authentication, iOS and Android store delivery | 8–14 weeks | $25,000–$60,000 |
| Complete build with complex backend integration, real-time features, payments, and offline capability | 12–16 weeks | $60,000–$130,000 |
What pushes cost up: native builds for platform-exclusive APIs instead of cross-platform, real-time data sync, offline-first architecture, and regulated compliance such as HIPAA or PCI-DSS. What keeps it down: cross-platform delivery, a narrow first scope, and managed backend services such as Firebase rather than a bespoke backend early on. Consumer apps with heavy UI and media features run higher. We scope every project before pricing it.
The architecture changes with the domain. Regulated sectors need audit trails, encryption, and access controls designed in from sprint one, while high-volume consumer apps need offline-first sync and horizontal scaling. We build mobile apps for:
Healthcare: HIPAA-compliant telehealth, remote patient monitoring, and patient engagement apps.
FinTech: PCI-DSS compliant apps for neobanks, payments, lending, and mobile point of sale.
Insurance: claims capture, policy self-service, and field inspection apps.
Logistics: driver apps, fleet management, and delivery tracking tools.
Real estate: listing, property management, and tenant-facing apps.
Education: mobile apps for schools, EdTech platforms, LMS integrations, and e-learning.
Mobile App Engineering
Dedicated mobile engineering for established products needing velocity and quality.
Android app development
Kotlin-first Android for Google Play, enterprise MDM, and custom hardware.
iOS app development
Swift/SwiftUI for App Store products that need full device access.
Cross-platform app development
React Native and Flutter for iOS and Android from one codebase.
UX/UI design
Product design and prototyping for mobile and web.
On-demand app development
Multi-sided on-demand platforms with real-time dispatch and tracking.
Fintech Mobile App Development
PCI-DSS compliant apps for neobanks, payment platforms, and lending.
Logistics Mobile App Development
Driver apps, fleet management, and delivery tracking tools.
Education app development
Mobile apps for schools, EdTech platforms, LMS integrations, and e-learning experiences
Smartwatch app development
Apple Watch and Wear OS apps that extend your mobile product to the wrist
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Most focused mobile apps deliver in 8--14 weeks from scope sign-off. A cross-platform app (iOS and Android from one codebase) for a single core workflow typically delivers in 8--10 weeks. A native iOS and Android build with a custom backend API typically takes 12--16 weeks. Apps with real-time features, complex data sync, or regulated compliance requirements take longer. We give you a fixed timeline when we scope the project.
Cross-platform is our default. Flutter and React Native give you iOS and Android from one codebase at 60--70% of the cost of two separate native builds, with near-native performance that is good enough for almost every business app. We reach for Swift (iOS) or Kotlin (Android) only when your product genuinely needs platform-exclusive APIs -- ARKit, Core ML, HealthKit, Android hardware APIs, or custom Bluetooth integrations. We tell you which is right before we scope, not after we've started.
Yes. We build on-device inference with Core ML (iOS) and TensorFlow Lite (Android), integrate AI APIs like OpenAI or Anthropic for in-app chat and content generation, and build RAG-backed search that queries your own data. AI features are scoped into the initial build rather than bolted on later. Most AI features add 2--4 weeks to the project timeline.
We hand over full source code, app store credentials, and documentation. We offer a support and maintenance retainer for ongoing bug fixes, OS compatibility updates, and minor feature additions. If you want to extend the app significantly after launch, we scope that as a new project. We don't lock clients into proprietary platforms -- your code is yours.
We've shipped mobile apps across healthcare (HIPAA-compliant telehealth and remote patient monitoring), hospitality (booking platforms and mobile check-in), logistics (driver apps and delivery tracking), retail (shopping and loyalty programs), and social commerce. More than 60 apps shipped since 2015. If your industry has a workflow that belongs on a phone, we've likely built something close to it.
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Healthcare
HIPAA-compliant patient apps, remote monitoring, and telehealth platforms.
Hospitality
Guest experience apps, mobile check-in, and booking platforms for hotels.
Fitness and wellness
Workout trackers, coaching platforms, and health habit apps.
Retail and e-commerce
Shopping apps, loyalty programs, and mobile POS for retail brands.
Logistics
Driver apps, delivery tracking, and field service management for logistics teams.
Loyalty programs
Points, rewards, and referral programs built for mobile-first engagement.
Fintech
Banking, payments, and lending apps with PCI-DSS compliance.
Legal
Client intake apps and field tools for law firms.
Podcast App Development
Recording, distribution, and monetization platforms for podcast creators.
FemTech
Women's health tracking, fertility, and maternal care digital products.
Smart TV App Development
tvOS, Android TV, and Roku apps for streaming platforms, content networks, and OTT products.
