Native apps
iOS and Android app development in fully native code — maximum performance and a truly native feel on every platform.
Mobile App Development
Mobile apps people love to use.Fast, stable and store-ready.
We build iOS and Android apps at a product standard — native or hybrid, with built-in AI, a smooth user experience and performance you feel instantly. From the first idea to publishing on the App Store and Google Play.
Mobile app development is much more than a pretty screen on a phone. A good app loads fast, works offline, sends notifications at the right moment and feels native on every device. At DevShift we do product-grade mobile app development — the same way we built RoadProtect and Formalingo — with a focus on speed, stability and a user experience that keeps people coming back.
Whether you need native iOS and Android app development, cross-platform hybrid apps or a progressive web app (PWA), our Israel-based team guides you from scoping through UX design to store publishing and growth. We choose the technology that fits each app best, and weave in AI, hardware integrations and on-device processing wherever they create real value.
When we say we know how to build mobile apps, we can show it. SimsClaw, one of our own products, is live on the App Store and Google Play, while RoadProtect and Formalingo are production systems running in the market. Unlike a vendor that shows a partial portfolio or no pricing, we build, ship and maintain real apps — and bring that experience to every app we develop.
How much does it cost to develop an app? It mostly comes down to scope, platforms (iPhone, Android or both) and complexity — think hardware integrations or built-in AI. A first React Native app, running on iOS and Android from one codebase, usually reaches the stores in 6–10 weeks and costs less than building twice in native. Complex native app development takes 3–6 months, and after a scoping call we'll come back with a transparent price and timeline range.
What we build
Every kind of mobile app
Hybrid apps
Cross-platform hybrid apps — one codebase, both stores, shorter time to market.
Android apps (Google Play)
Android app development in native Kotlin or React Native, tuned for a wide range of devices and screens, with publishing and launch on Google Play.
iOS / iPhone apps
iPhone app development in native Swift or React Native, meeting Apple's guidelines, with publishing on the App Store through approval.
Web apps (PWA)
Progressive web apps that install like a native app, work offline and send push notifications.
AI-native apps
Chatbots, smart assistants and on-device AI — intelligent, fast and privacy-preserving.
Hardware integrations
Connect to sensors, Bluetooth, NFC and Wi-Fi, sync devices and integrate with social networks and existing systems.
Management, analytics & push
App management interfaces, built-in analytics, scheduled push notifications and an offline-first architecture.
Comparison
What sets DevShift apart from a typical app vendor?
Plenty of competitors build an app to spec. We build, ship and maintain our own apps — and that's what you get.
| DevShift | App studio | Freelancer / Offshore | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live apps in the stores | SimsClaw, RoadProtect & Formalingo in the stores | Partial or no portfolio | Depends on the individual |
| Pricing & timelines | Transparent price and timeline ranges upfront | Often no visible pricing | Estimates that shift mid-project |
| Native & React Native | Native or React Native as needed | One solution for everyone | Limited to the dev's stack |
| After launch | Support, updates and maintenance over time | Ends at store submission | Uncertain availability |
| Who's behind the code | A software house that thinks like product owners | A build-to-spec vendor | One-off task execution |
How it works
From idea to the stores — no surprises
A clear process with defined milestones, so you always know where the project stands.
Scoping & strategy
We understand users, goals and platforms — and choose between native, hybrid or PWA.
UX/UI design
A user experience that feels native on both iOS and Android, not just looks good.
Development & testing
Clean code, testing on real devices, fast performance and security throughout.
Publishing & growth
Publishing to the App Store and Google Play, analytics wiring, updates and ongoing support.
Why DevShift
An app that works for you, not the other way around.
We're a software house that also builds its own products — so every app is built to a real product's standard.
- Real experience publishing our own apps to the App Store and Google Play, like SimsClaw
- The right call between native and hybrid for your needs
- Fast performance, stability and offline-first from day one
- Support, updates and maintenance after launch
Our products
Products we've built, shipped and grown.
Not a client portfolio — these are ours. It's how we know we can build yours.
FAQ
Mobile app development questions
How much does it cost to develop an iPhone or Android app?
There's no flat price — cost depends on scope, platforms and complexity (hardware integrations, AI, integrations). A focused React Native app for both platforms costs less than building twice in native. After a short discovery call we'll send a detailed, transparent quote — with no surprises later.
How long does it take to develop an iOS and Android app?
A first hybrid app usually reaches the stores within 6–10 weeks. More complex native apps — with hardware integrations or built-in AI — take three to six months, depending on scope.
Should I choose native or hybrid app development?
It depends on the goal. Native development gives top performance and full hardware access, while cross-platform hybrid apps share one codebase across both platforms with faster delivery. We recommend the right approach for your needs and budget.
Android or iPhone — which should I build first?
If most of your users are on Android, start with Google Play; if your audience leans to iPhone, start with the App Store. Often React Native settles the debate, because one codebase ships to both platforms together. In the scoping call we'll help you decide based on audience, budget and goals.
Do you publish the app to the app stores?
Yes. We handle the full publishing process on the App Store and Google Play — account setup, meeting Apple and Google requirements, marketing assets and submission for review. After launch we also manage updates and new versions.
What technologies do you use to build apps?
Whatever technology your app needs — native, hybrid or web. We're not locked into a particular framework; we choose the right tool for each project, and integrate AI, on-device processing and hardware features exactly where your app needs them.
Ready for an app that actually works?
Tell us about your idea and we'll get back to you within one business day.