Canberra · Mobile app development

Cross-platform app development in Canberra: one codebase for iPhone and Android.

Building two separate apps doubles the work. Our cross-platform app development in Canberra shares one codebase across iPhone and Android where that is the sensible choice.

In-house team Serving Canberra from Perth You own every file

At a glance

  • One shared codebase
  • Flutter or React Native
  • Feels native on both
  • Fixes reach every user
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In-house teamno outsourcing
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No lock-instay because it helps
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Australia-widePerth based

Cross-platform app development in Canberra: what to expect

Cross-platform app development in Canberra builds iOS and Android apps from one codebase using Flutter or React Native. We explain where that saves effort and where a native build remains the better call.

Who it suits

Teams that need iPhone and Android covered without paying twice.

What you get

One shared codebase, polished screens and coordinated store releases.

How we start

A short comparison of Flutter and React Native against your goals.

Why it helps

Features ship once and reach every customer.

What we cover

What goes into your app

The pieces that make up the service.

Want the full service guide? Read about our cross-platform app development page.

Tool choice

A reasoned pick between Flutter and React Native.

Shared design

One component set that suits both platforms.

Native touches

Platform features added where they matter.

Testing

Both platforms checked on real handsets.

Store releases

Coordinated submissions for both stores.

Upgrades

Existing apps moved to a shared codebase.

In Canberra

Choosing the right toolkit for a Canberra product

A start-up at the Canberra Innovation Network and a service provider with managed devices need different things from the same technology. Cross-platform app development in Canberra weighs device features, security rules and your team's skills, then recommends one toolkit with reasons.

You do not need us in the same city to get good work. Canberra clients receive the same planning, reporting and handover as anyone else, with video meetings and shared files doing the job an office visit once did.

  • Same features on both platforms
  • Screen readers tested
  • Native modules possible later

Common situations

What Canberra clients usually ask us to solve

Staff and member apps with mixed devices

Staff and member apps run on a mixed set of devices that you rarely control. One shared codebase serves both platforms with the same features and fixes.

Prototype-to-product from research teams

Prototype-to-product from research teams needs a working app on both stores early to test with users. A shared codebase makes that affordable.

Event apps with a short life

Event apps have a short life. Cross-platform development gets both stores covered quickly, without paying for two builds.

What's included

What comes with this service.

The essentials of the service, plus the standards that come with everything we do. No hidden extras.

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  • Tool comparison: A short note on why Flutter or React Native suits you
  • Shared design kit: Components reused so both platforms match
  • Release plan: Coordinated store releases for iOS and Android
  • Free discovery call: a short chat about your goals before you commit
  • Files you own: every asset and editable source file handed over to you

Is it right for you?

When a custom app makes sense

  • Both iPhone and Android users matter
  • One team and one build suits the budget
  • You want features to land together
  • The app is mostly screens, forms and lists

Compare

One build or two?

One build or two?
CompareShared buildTwo native builds
Cost to maintainLowerHigher
Feature timingTogetherSeparately
Platform polishVery goodBest possible
Best forMost business appsGraphics-heavy apps

How we work

Our process, step by step

Assess

We compare toolkits against your goals and team.

Design

We build one design kit for both platforms.

Build

We code once and add native parts only when needed.

Test

We check both platforms side by side.

Release

We submit to both stores together.

Built around you

Every project is quoted on your needs.

No one-size packages. After a free discovery call, you get a clear, itemised proposal based on what your business actually needs.

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1
Toolkit

Flutter and React Native suit different teams and apps, so the choice affects the whole project.

2
Features

Camera, maps and payments need careful handling on each platform to behave properly.

3
Design

Two platform styles need a deliberate shared approach so neither feels like an afterthought.

4
Team skills

Your developers' existing background affects which toolkit is quickest and cheapest to maintain.

5
Lifespan

Longer plans favour a toolkit with strong backing and a healthy community behind it.

Technology

Tools and technologies we use

Frameworks

FlutterReact NativeExpoDart

Backend

FirebaseNode.jsLaravelSupabase

Tools

FigmaCodemagicEAS BuildSentry

Why Kedra Digi

Why Canberra businesses choose Kedra Digi.

One accountable team

Strategy, design, development and marketing together.

A clear proposal first

Itemised deliverables before work starts.

You own everything

Files, code and accounts are handed over.

Kedra Digi is an Australian-owned digital agency based at 5 Murphy Street, O'Connor, Perth. Our Canberra clients work with us by video, shared files and clear milestones, and we can arrange to meet in person when that helps.

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Frequently asked questions

Straight answers to the questions we hear most.

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Is a shared codebase slower?
For most business apps users will not notice a difference, and we are honest about the few cases where they might.
Can you add native features?
Yes, we write native code for the features that need it, such as special hardware or heavy graphics.
Which toolkit do you recommend?
It depends on your goals, your team's skills and how long you plan to keep the app, and we explain why.
Can you convert two existing apps?
Often yes, though we review both codebases first to see whether merging them is wise.
Do both platforms ship together?
Yes, features usually arrive on both platforms at the same moment, which is a big advantage of one codebase.
Who owns the code?
You do, along with every account, file and store listing, handed over when the work is complete.
Will a cross-platform app pass security review?
It can, if built carefully. We follow secure coding practices, keep dependencies updated and document the controls, so a reviewer can see how data is protected.
How does cross-platform affect accessibility?
Both Flutter and React Native support screen readers, large text and contrast settings. We test with assistive technology on each platform.
Which framework do you recommend for a long-lived app?
Whichever has strong support and suits your team. Both are mature, and we choose by your skills, plugins needed and the product's roadmap.
Can we add native features later?
Yes. Both frameworks allow native modules, so a feature such as a special sensor can be added without rebuilding the app.

Free discovery call

Ready to talk about your project?

Tell us what you are working on. We will reply within one business day with honest advice.

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