React Native cross-platform app development for Australian businesses. Launch on the App Store and Google Play simultaneously — 40% faster to market, 40% lower cost than two native builds.
Australian business hours (AEST/AEDT) — Monday to Saturday.
Why Cross-Platform Makes Sense
For most Australian startups and SMBs targeting both iOS and Android, React Native delivers native quality at significantly lower cost and timeline.
40% Lower Build Cost
One codebase instead of two. React Native shares up to 90% of code between iOS and Android, significantly reducing development time and AUD cost.
Faster Time to Market
Ship to both the App Store and Google Play simultaneously. For Australian startups racing to market, this 4-6 week time saving can be the difference between winning and losing.
Easier Maintenance
Fix a bug once and it is fixed on both platforms. Feature updates and security patches roll out in a single deployment cycle instead of two parallel backlogs.
Native Performance
React Native renders real native components — not a WebView. Your Australian users get a native feel on both iOS and Android with the efficiency of a shared codebase.
React Native vs Flutter vs Native
An honest comparison to help Australian businesses choose the right approach.
| Feature | React Native | Flutter | Native iOS | Native Android |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Language | TypeScript / JS | Dart | Swift | Kotlin |
| iOS + Android | ||||
| Relative cost | ~AUD $35k | ~AUD $38k | ~AUD $30k | ~AUD $28k |
| Build speed | Fast | Fast | Medium | Medium |
| Native look & feel | Yes | Custom | Perfect | Perfect |
| Full native API access | Via bridge | Via channels | ||
| React / web dev friendly | ||||
| Best for | Most AU startups | UI-heavy apps | iOS-first premium | Android-first / field |
Our React Native Stack
React Native
Meta's cross-platform framework — TypeScript, native components, hot reload.
Expo
Managed workflow for faster development and OTA updates without App Store resubmissions.
TypeScript
Strongly typed JavaScript for safer code and better developer tooling.
Redux / Zustand
State management for complex Australian app data flows and offline sync.
React Navigation
Native navigation patterns for both iOS and Android UX conventions.
Node.js / Python
Backend APIs hosted on AWS Sydney for low-latency AU users.
Brisbane Health Tech — React Native Patient App
Brisbane, QLD
Challenge
A Brisbane health tech company needed a patient management app on both iOS and Android within a AUD $55,000 budget and 16-week timeline. Two separate native builds were quoted at AUD $90,000 by competing agencies.
Solution
We built a React Native app with Expo, integrating appointment booking, push reminders, HealthKit (iOS) and Health Connect (Android) sync, and a Node.js backend on AWS Sydney. Delivered on both stores in 15 weeks.
Results
- AUD $55k vs AUD $90k quoted
- 15-week dual-platform delivery
- 4.7★ on App Store & Play Store
- 18,000 registered patients
React Native Pricing — AUD
Fixed-scope AUD quotes for iOS + Android builds. One price, two platforms.
- iOS + Android (React Native)
- Core feature set
- Expo managed workflow
- Firebase or Supabase backend
- Dual store submission
- 30 days post-launch support
- iOS + Android (React Native or Expo)
- Custom design system
- Apple Pay + Google Pay
- Custom Node.js or Python backend
- Analytics + crash reporting
- Dual store optimisation
- 60 days post-launch support
- iOS + Android + optional web (React)
- Advanced native modules
- Custom cloud infrastructure
- Dedicated AU project manager
- SLA-backed support
- Ongoing feature retainer
React Native FAQs — Australia
Ready for iOS + Android in One Build?
Get a free estimate from our Australian React Native team. One codebase, two stores, 40% lower cost — shipped in AEST business hours.
Or email australia@madsunmedia.com — replies in AEST business hours.