Mobile Apps and PWA Switzerland
Mobile access for customers, teams and field staff
We build mobile apps, PWAs and portals for Swiss SMEs so customers, employees or field teams can handle important workflows directly on their phones.
PWA, native app, offline capability, push and role models remain visible as technical proof — but the first priority is whether the mobile experience is clear and useful in daily operations.
Mobile access for repeat use
An app makes sense when customers, staff or field teams regularly need access to functions, data or workflows. We first clarify whether a PWA or native app is the sensible route.
No app store required. Users can install it from the browser.
Visibility in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, with deeper device access.
Useful for field teams, service work and locations with weak connectivity.
Mobile App / PWA
The modern solution. A website that behaves like an app. Well suited for shops, portals, and dashboards.
| Installation | "Add to Homescreen" |
| Updates | Instant (No Review) |
| Cost | No yearly Apple/Google fees |
| Features | Camera, GPS, Push (Android/iOS 16.4+) |
PWA or Native? A 60-second comparison
Both are real apps for your customers. The right choice depends on budget, timeline and required device features.
| Criteria | PWA | Native App |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | From CHF 6'500 | From CHF 15'000 |
| Speed to launch | Faster — no store review | Store review adds time |
| App Store required? | No — installs from browser | Yes (Apple / Google) |
| Offline support | Yes | Yes |
| Push notifications | Yes (Android / iOS 16.4+) | Yes, full support |
| Deep native features | Limited (camera, GPS OK) | Full (Bluetooth, biometrics…) |
Not sure? We give an honest recommendation in a 30-minute consultation — including the option to start as PWA and go native later.
Capture reports on iPad, take damage photos, signature. Sync with Bexio.
Scan loyalty points (QR), one-click reorder, push notifications for deals.
Cross-platform engineering
Single CodebaseWe utilize React Native or Capacitor to deploy to iOS, Android, and Web from a single TypeScript codebase, with strong code reuse across platforms where the use case fits.
Capabilities overview
Offline-first sync
- Strategy: Local-First Architecture using optimistic UI updates.
- Sync: Background sync queue executes requests when network is restored.
- Conflict: Server-side timestamp resolution (Last-Write-Wins or Custom).
Native device access
- Biometrics: FaceID / TouchID authentication implementation.
- Haptics: Taptic Engine feedback for interactions.
- Camera: Direct stream access for QR scanning or document capture.
App store deployment
- Signing: Automated certificate management via Fastlane.
- Screenshots: Programmatic generation for all device sizes.
- Review: Handling rejection nuances for Apple Guidelines compliance.
Full Native (Store)
iOS & Android Deployment + Maintenance.
Native app or PWA — we'll give you an honest recommendation.
30 minutes — and you'll know which solution fits your budget and goals. Reply within 24 hours.
Mobile App Decision Brief (Answer-First)
When should I choose this?
Choose mobile app development when your process depends on repeat usage, offline behavior, or native device features — push can be useful for recurring service and status updates when the use case fits.
What budget should I expect?
Lean app MVPs and PWA solutions start lower, while full native deployments with store operations and maintenance are scoped as long-term products.
How long until release?
A focused MVP can be released in 6-10 weeks; production-grade native programs with store readiness are usually planned in 10-20 weeks.
GlasBox Studio in Luzern delivers mobile products with measurable milestones, architecture ownership, and FADP/nDSG-aware project context.
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