Mobile App Development in Sri Lanka
Android and iOS apps that are simple to use, reliable and planned around what your users actually need.
App development
People do not keep apps that are confusing or slow. The good ones feel effortless.
From an idea on paper to an app in their hands.
A mobile app can put your business on your customers\' home screens, but only if it earns its place there. That means solving a real problem, working smoothly and being easy to use from the very first tap.
We start by understanding your users and deciding what the first version really needs. Then we design the screens, build and test the app, and help you publish it to the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
Depending on your needs, apps can be built natively for each platform or with cross-platform tools that share most of the code. We will explain the trade-offs and recommend what suits your project and budget.
What we build
App development from first sketch to launch.
Everything needed to take an app from idea to the app stores.
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App design
Screens and user flows designed for small screens and easy thumbs.
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Android and iOS development
Apps that work smoothly on the devices your users have.
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Backends and APIs
The servers, databases and connections your app needs behind the scenes.
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Push notifications
Timely, useful messages that bring people back, without overwhelming them.
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Testing and security
Testing on real devices and careful handling of user data.
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App store launch
Help preparing listings and submitting to the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
Choosing an approach
Native, cross-platform or web app?
There is no single right answer. Here is how the main options compare.
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Native apps
Built separately for Android and iOS. They can offer the best performance and access to device features, but usually cost more because there are two apps to build.
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Cross-platform apps
One shared codebase runs on both platforms. This often saves time and money, and suits many business apps.
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Progressive web apps
Web apps that can be installed from the browser. They are quick to launch and update, but have some limits, especially on iPhones.
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Start with a focused first version
Whatever you choose, launching a smaller first version lets you learn from real users before investing more.
How we work
Our process, step by step.
You will always know what we are working on, what we need from you and what comes next.
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Discover
We define your users, the main problem the app solves and what the first version needs.
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Design and prototype
We design the screens and build a clickable prototype to test early.
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Build
We develop the app and its backend, with regular builds you can try.
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Test on real devices
We test on a range of phones before release.
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Launch and support
We help publish to the app stores, then support updates and improvements.
Common questions
App Development questions, answered.
Still have a question?
Tell us what you want to build and we will point you in the right direction.
Talk to UsIt depends on the features, platforms, design and backend the app needs. A simple app costs far less than one with payments, live updates or complex accounts. We start with a discovery stage, then give you a clear written quote.
A focused first version usually takes much less time than a full-featured app. Timelines also depend on design approvals, content and app store reviews. We agree a schedule with you before we start.
It depends on who your users are. Many Sri Lankan users have Android phones, but if you serve travellers or overseas customers, iPhone may matter too. Cross-platform development can cover both at once.
We can help prepare your listing and submit it. Your app should be published under your own developer accounts, so you stay in control of it.
Apps need updates for new phone and operating system versions, along with bug fixes and improvements. We can support your app through an ongoing care plan.
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