What is the difference?
A native app is written separately for each platform: one version for Android and another for iPhone. Flutter is a toolkit from Google that lets developers write the app once and release it on both Android and iOS.
Comparison
| Factor | Flutter | Native (two apps) |
|---|---|---|
| Code to write and maintain | One codebase | Two codebases |
| Cost | Lower | Higher |
| Time to launch | Shorter | Longer |
| Performance for business apps | Smooth | Smooth |
| Access to the newest device features | Usually available, sometimes with a delay | Available first |
| Same design on both platforms | Easy | Needs extra work |
Why Flutter suits most businesses in Nepal
- Most customers use Android, but owners, managers and customers abroad often use iPhones. One codebase covers both without paying twice.
- Updates are released together, so a price change or a new feature reaches all users at the same time.
- It handles common business needs well: login, lists, forms, payments through eSewa and Khalti, push notifications, maps and offline storage.
When native is the better choice
- The app depends heavily on the camera, Bluetooth devices, sensors or background processing.
- It is a demanding game or a video-editing tool.
- You will only ever release on one platform.
Costs outside development
Whichever route you choose, publishing has its own fees. A Google Play developer account has a one-time registration fee, and the Apple Developer Program has a yearly fee. Create these accounts in the company's name so that the business owns its app listing. You will also need a server for the app's data and someone to release updates when Android and iOS change.
Do you need an app at all?
If customers will open it only occasionally, a fast mobile website is cheaper and needs no installation. An app is worth it when people use it often, need it offline, or need notifications.
Our mobile app development service uses Flutter by default, starting from NPR 80,000. Read the cost guide for apps in Nepal or see all pricing.
