Mobile MVP - validate your app idea in 6-8 weeks
Launch a working mobile MVP and test the market before investing in native iOS/Android development
We build mobile MVPs as Progressive Web Apps - one codebase that runs on iOS, Android, and web. Users install your app from a single tap on the home screen, no app store submission, no separate native builds. Ideal for startups validating a mobile product idea before committing to native development.
Native app development for two platforms doubles your budget and timeline. PWA MVPs deliver app-like experiences - offline access, push notifications, home screen installation - from a single codebase, letting you validate your mobile product idea at a fraction of the cost.
We build PWA MVPs using service workers for intelligent caching and offline functionality, Web App Manifest for home screen installation with your brand icon and splash screen, and the Push API for re-engagement notifications on Android and iOS (Safari 16.4+). The result loads in under 2 seconds even on 3G connections and works without internet connectivity for cached content and queued actions. Device APIs give access to camera, geolocation, accelerometer, and local storage through standard web interfaces. Updates deploy instantly to all users without app store review delays. A single codebase serves web, iOS, and Android - typically saving 50-70% compared to separate native builds. We target a perfect 100/100 Lighthouse PWA score on every project.
- Offline functionality with service workers and intelligent caching strategies
- Push notifications on Android and iOS with optimized permission request flows
- Home screen install with custom icon, splash screen, and full-screen experience
- 50-70% cost savings compared to building separate iOS and Android native apps
What's included
What You Get
Install to Home Screen
Users add your app to their phone's home screen with a single tap. Full-screen experience with your brand icon - no app store download required.
Offline Functionality
Service workers cache critical assets and data so your app works even without an internet connection. Perfect for field workers, travelers, or spotty network areas.
Push Notifications
Re-engage users with push notifications on Android and iOS (Safari 16.4+). Scheduled alerts, activity updates, and promotional messages.
Native-Like Performance
Smooth animations, gesture support, and fast transitions that feel like a native app. 60fps interactions with no perceptible lag.
Single Codebase, All Platforms
One codebase serves web, iOS, and Android. No separate development teams, no app store review delays, no platform fragmentation.
Instant Updates
Deploy updates instantly. Users always get the latest version without downloading updates from app stores. Fix bugs and ship features in minutes.
Camera, GPS & Device APIs
Access device capabilities like camera, geolocation, accelerometer, and local storage through modern web APIs.
Perfect for
Perfect For
- Mobile-first MVPs testing product-market fit
- Internal company tools for mobile workers
- Event and conference companion apps
- Customer loyalty and engagement apps
- Field data collection and reporting tools
- Location-based service apps
Our Process
How We Work
Mobile Product Scoping
We define which features belong in the MVP, identify which device capabilities you need, and determine if PWA is the right approach for your use case.
Mobile-First UX Design
Touch-first interface design with platform-appropriate navigation patterns. Interactive prototype you can test on your actual phone.
PWA Development
Building the application with service workers, app manifest, responsive layouts, and all required mobile features. Progressive enhancement ensures it works everywhere.
Testing & Deployment
Cross-device testing on real phones and tablets, performance optimization, Lighthouse PWA audit, and deployment with monitoring.
Pricing
Pricing Tailored to Your Project
PWA MVP pricing depends on the number of features, device API requirements, and offline complexity. We scope after understanding your mobile use case.
Simple PWA
On Request
- Home screen installation
- 3–5 core screens
- Basic offline support
- Push notifications
- Responsive design
- 4–6 week timeline
Feature-Rich PWA
On Request
- Everything in Simple PWA
- 8–12 screens
- Camera or GPS integration
- Offline data sync
- User authentication
- Backend API
- 8–10 week timeline
Enterprise PWA
On Request
- Everything in Feature-Rich
- Complex offline logic
- Background sync
- Multiple device API integrations
- Admin dashboard
- Analytics & reporting
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
A PWA is a web application with native-like capabilities. It runs in the browser but can be installed on the home screen, work offline, and send push notifications. The main trade-off: PWAs cannot access all device hardware (e.g., Bluetooth, NFC) and have limited iOS support for some features.
Yes. PWAs work on iOS Safari with home screen installation, offline support, and push notifications (since iOS 16.4). Some advanced features have limitations compared to Android, which we will discuss during scoping.
Yes. You can wrap the PWA in a native shell (TWA for Android, WKWebView for iOS) for app store distribution, or rebuild specific parts as native code while keeping the web version. The PWA architecture does not lock you in.
Typically 50–70% less than building separate iOS and Android native apps, because you maintain one codebase instead of two. Development time is also significantly shorter.
PWAs can be listed in the Google Play Store as Trusted Web Activities. Apple App Store listing requires a native wrapper. However, PWAs are discoverable through web search, which often provides more traffic than app stores for most businesses.