Custom React Native app development
Full build from idea to launch — one codebase, both platforms, full code ownership.
React Native Development · AI-First · Results-Driven
Cross-Platform Mobile Apps,From One React Native Codebase
Short answer: A React Native development company builds iOS and Android apps from a single JavaScript and React codebase, so you ship to both stores without funding two separate native teams — usually at lower cost and faster than fully native. It's a strong fit for content, commerce and business apps, and less so for graphics-heavy games. Vet for real native module experience and an app-store track record. Our Houston team designs, builds and maintains React Native apps in-house.
React Native App Development in Houston
React Native is a framework from Meta for building mobile apps using React and JavaScript that render as genuinely native iOS and Android components — not a website in a wrapper. A React Native development company uses it to build one codebase that runs on both platforms, sharing most logic and UI while still reaching native APIs like the camera, GPS and push notifications. For a business weighing the cost of two native apps, that shared codebase is the difference between one budget and two.
The economics are the draw: most of the code is written once, so builds are faster and cheaper to maintain than parallel Swift and Kotlin apps. The tradeoffs are real too — heavy animations or intensive graphics sometimes need custom native modules, and the framework updates often, so ongoing upkeep matters. Expect a team that writes native code when a feature demands it, tests on real devices across a range of screen sizes, and handles App Store and Google Play submission for you.
Working with a Houston-based team means planning sessions on your schedule and one group accountable from prototype through store launch and beyond. We build the app, wire up the backend it needs, and stay on for updates as iOS and Android evolve.
What we build
Types of React Native Apps We Build
Consumer mobile apps
Customer-facing iOS and Android apps with polished, native-feeling UX.
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Field, ops and workforce apps that replace paper and manual steps.
Learn more →On-demand & marketplace apps
Two-sided apps with booking, matching, maps and in-app payments.
Learn more →Fintech & wallet apps
Secure apps for payments, accounts and transactions with strong auth.
Learn more →Health, fitness & lifestyle apps
Tracking, wearables and subscription apps with device integrations.
Learn more →AI-powered mobile features
On-device and cloud AI — chat, vision, search and personalization.
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React Native App Development Services
Full-cycle React Native development services — from a lean cross-platform MVP to a scaled app live on both stores.
MVP development
Launch a focused first version in weeks to validate with real users, then scale.
Native-to-React-Native migration
Consolidate separate iOS and Android apps into one maintainable cross-platform codebase.
API & backend integration
Connect your app to REST/GraphQL APIs, CRMs, payments and third-party services.
App Store & Play Store release
Build pipelines, store submission, review handling and phased rollouts.
Support, maintenance & scaling
Care plans for updates, OS upgrades, monitoring and new features after launch.
Technology
The React Native Stack We Build With
The exact toolset depends on your goals — these are the platforms we use most, and we work with whatever your team already relies on.
Core Framework
Navigation & State
UI & Animation
ReanimatedGesture HandlerNativeWindReact Native SkiaFlashListTamagui
Native Modules
Backend & Data
Build, Test & Ship
Chosen per project — not a fixed menu. Have a preferred tool or platform? We’ll work with it.
Built to last
Secure, Accessible & Built to Last
We build on modern, well-supported frameworks with security and accessibility baked in — dependency hygiene, input validation, HTTPS and WCAG-minded UI — so your product is safe and usable from day one.
You own all the code and assets. Everything ships with documentation and a clean handover, so your team (or ours) can maintain and extend it without lock-in.
Who we build for
Industries We Build For
20+ years across sectors — in Houston and internationally.
Transparent pricing
Estimate your project in seconds
Pick what you’re building for an indicative range, then request an exact quote. No email wall.
Simple prices for typical tasks
- MVP appfrom $15k
- iOS + Androidfrom $28k
- App + backendfrom $35k
- Care planfrom $1k/mo
Proof
700+ projects, 20+ years
See the products and growth work we’ve shipped across industries — and request a case study relevant to yours.
How we work
Fixed scope. Sprints. Working software.
- 01
Scope & fixed estimate
A short discovery call turns your idea into a clear spec and a firm range — free.
- 02
Design & architecture
UX, data model and stack chosen for your scale, not ours.
- 03
Build in sprints
Working software every 1–2 weeks — you see progress, not promises.
- 04
Launch & scale
We ship, measure and keep improving with care plans.
FAQ
React Native Development questions
How much does a React Native app cost?
Most cross-platform React Native apps land between about $12,000 for an MVP and $80,000+ for a complex, feature-rich product. Because one codebase serves both iOS and Android, you avoid paying for two separate native builds. Use the estimator above for an indicative range, then book a call for a firm quote.
What is React Native and why use it?
React Native is an open-source framework for building real iOS and Android apps from a single JavaScript/TypeScript codebase. You get near-native performance and one codebase to maintain instead of two, which cuts build time, cost and long-term upkeep.
How long does it take to build a React Native app?
An MVP typically ships in 6–8 weeks; a fuller product in 3–5 months. We build in 1–2 week sprints so you test on real iOS and Android devices early and often.
Is React Native as good as native iOS and Android?
For the large majority of apps, yes. React Native renders real native UI and reaches near-native performance, and we drop into native Swift or Kotlin modules when a feature demands it — so you get one codebase without compromising the experience.
Can you build an MVP first and scale later?
Yes — we recommend it. We ship a focused MVP to validate with real users, then add features and scale the architecture as you grow, without a rewrite.
Can you take over or migrate an existing app?
Yes. We audit your current native or hybrid app, then either take over maintenance or consolidate it into a single, maintainable React Native codebase across both platforms.
Do you handle App Store and Google Play submission?
Yes. We set up the build pipelines, handle App Store and Google Play submission and review, and manage phased rollouts and updates after launch.
Do you work with businesses outside Houston?
Yes. We are based in Houston, TX and have delivered 700+ projects internationally over 20+ years, working with local and remote teams alike.
Do you offer React Native development in Houston?
Yes. We are based at 9800 Richmond Ave in Houston (Westchase / Energy Corridor) and work with Houston businesses locally as well as clients nationwide and worldwide.
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