# Hybrid app development

https://www.mecexis.com/en/services/application-development/hybrid-apps/

Cross-platform mobile applications for iOS and Android, with shared code and coordinated maintenance.

## One Code Base, Two Platforms

Do you need to launch your app on iOS and Android without doubling your budget?

Hybrid and cross-platform app development seeks to share code between iOS and Android. This can reduce duplicate work and make maintenance easier, but the savings and launch time depend on each project.

For our clients, sharing code means a single team and a single investment. Each improvement is built once and reaches iOS and Android in the same release.

We work mainly with Flutter, which we have used since 2018, and we assess each platform's integrations and requirements before choosing.

## From Idea to Stores

Our **hybrid app development** process is designed to maximize **fast time-to-market** without sacrificing quality. Early validation, constant iterations, and a clear path to **app store deployment**.

### Discovery and Definition

We analyze your project to confirm that a hybrid approach is the right one. We define critical MVP features and plan the architecture for your **iOS and Android app**.

### UX/UI Design

Wireframes and visual design adapted to the guidelines of both platforms. A native experience on each operating system, maintaining brand consistency.

### Shared Code Development

We develop in Flutter, with **shared code** that generates native apps for iOS and Android. At the end of each cycle you get a build you can install on your device, to check we're heading in the right direction.

### Multiplatform Testing

Testing on physical devices across both ecosystems. Automated testing and performance analysis to ensure your **iOS and Android app** works equally well in both environments.

### Deployment in Stores

We manage the entire **app store rollout**: developer accounts, assets, and compliance with Apple App Store and Google Play policies. We prepare each submission to meet each store's requirements.

### Unified Maintenance

App stores require constant updates. **Unified maintenance** of **cross-platform mobile applications** reduces costs: one update, two platforms covered.

## Why Mecexis for your Hybrid App Development

Real-world experience with cross-platform apps used by thousands of people every day

For **hybrid app development** we rely on Flutter because, compared with **React Native**, **Ionic** or Xamarin, it offers the best balance of performance and cost: apps that users can't tell apart from native ones.

We have built **cross-platform mobile apps** that handle millions of sessions a month. We don't just build the app: we also build the backend and manage the infrastructure, all with the same team.

**Hybrid app development** with us means a single point of contact, full responsibility, and a **fast time-to-market** without compromising quality.

## Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to the most common questions about **hybrid app development**.

Everything You Need to Know Before You Start

### What is the difference between a hybrid app and a native app?

A native app is developed specifically for iOS (Swift) or Android (Kotlin), requiring two teams. **Hybrid apps** use **shared code** that generates native versions for both platforms with a single development effort. With Flutter, performance is virtually identical to native apps.

### Why do you use Flutter instead of React Native or Ionic?

Flutter compiles directly to native code without intermediate layers, offering better performance than **React Native** (which uses JavaScript bridges) or **Ionic** (based on webviews). Furthermore, it is actively maintained by Google and has a mature ecosystem of libraries.

### Can the app work with the data we already have?

Yes. We connect it to the systems and services your company already works with, so the information doesn't have to be kept in two places. If one of them offers no way to connect, we build the missing integration.

### How much does it cost to develop a hybrid app?

It depends on the scope. A functional MVP for **iOS and Android apps** typically costs between €25,000 and €50,000. More complex apps with a robust backend can exceed €100,000. The savings compared to two native developments depend on how much can be shared between platforms.

### How long does it take to be ready?

**Fast time-to-market** is a key advantage of **hybrid app development**. A typical MVP is in app stores within 3-4 months. More complex apps require 6-9 months. We work in two-week sprints with consistent deliveries.

### Is the performance the same as a native app?

With Flutter, practically yes. **Cross-platform mobile apps** built with Flutter deliver response times indistinguishable from native apps. The ACB app, with more than 100,000 downloads on Android, proves it.

### Do you handle publishing on the App Store and Google Play?

Yes, we handle the entire **Store deployment**: account creation and management, asset preparation (icons, screenshots, descriptions), policy compliance, and follow-up on the review process.

### What happens when Apple or Google update their systems?

Apps need to adapt to new versions of iOS and Android. **Unified maintenance** means updating a single, **shared codebase** to support both platforms. We offer maintenance contracts to keep your app up to date with every system update.

### Can an existing native app be migrated to a hybrid app?

Yes, although each case needs to be assessed. Sometimes it pays to rewrite in order to unify **maintenance**, and other times it is better to keep what already exists. We analyse your situation and recommend the most cost-effective option.

> El usuario final no sabe si tu app es nativa o híbrida, solo le importa que fluya. Con Flutter, conseguimos rendimiento nativo en iOS y Android compartiendo el 100% del código, lo que nos permite desarrollar el doble de rápido sin sacrificar calidad.

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