iOS Development · Shopify Native

Native iOS apps that convert better than mobile web

Shopify-connected iOS apps built in Swift or React Native: App Store launches, Apple Pay, Face ID, push notifications, deep links and offline-ready shopping. We design apps that feel native, stay fast and turn mobile traffic into higher conversion and retention.

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app vs mobile web CR
3.2×
typical push opt-in
70%+
Shopify iOS apps shipped
40+

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01 / CAPABILITIES

Sixteen ways we build and grow Shopify iOS apps.

From native Swift and React Native to Apple Pay, push, deep links and App Store launch. One team that owns the full mobile product lifecycle.

01

Native Swift apps

SwiftUI and UIKit apps built for performance, accessibility and App Store quality — fully connected to your Shopify catalogue and checkout.

02

React Native apps

Cross-platform React Native when you need iOS and Android from one codebase, without sacrificing Shopify integration or native feel.

03

Shopify Storefront integration

Products, collections, cart, checkout and customer accounts wired via Storefront API with caching and offline-aware design.

04

Apple Pay & Face ID

One-tap checkout with Apple Pay, Face ID / Touch ID and secure payment flows that reduce friction and lift conversion.

05

Push & lifecycle messaging

Opt-in design, segmentation, abandoned cart, restock and campaign push with measurable impact on retention and repeat purchase.

06

Deep links & attribution

Universal links, deferred deep linking and clean paths from ads, email and social into the right product or collection screen.

07

App Store launch & compliance

Metadata, screenshots, review guidelines, privacy nutrition labels and submission managed so approval is predictable.

08

Subscriptions & loyalty in-app

Subscribe, manage and loyalty flows inside the app, synced with Shopify and your subscription or loyalty providers.

09

Quizzes & personalisation

In-app quizzes, recommendation engines and personalised home screens that drive higher AOV and repeat rate.

10

Offline & performance

Cached catalogues, offline cart and resilient networking so the app stays usable on weak connections and feels instant.

11

Analytics & events

GA4, Firebase, Meta and custom events so you can see which screens and flows actually drive revenue.

12

B2B & wholesale apps

Company accounts, price lists, net terms and reorder flows for B2B shoppers on iOS.

13

Migration from builders

Move off template or low-code app platforms onto a maintainable native or React Native codebase without losing users.

14

Design systems for iOS

Component libraries, design tokens and HIG-aligned UI so the app stays consistent and easy to extend.

15

International & multi-market

Localisation, multi-currency and region-aware catalogues for brands selling across Shopify Markets.

16

Post-launch growth retainers

Release cadence, A/B tests, crash monitoring and feature sprints so the app keeps compounding after launch.

02 / PROCESS

How an iOS development engagement runs.

Every engagement follows the same four stages. You always know what is happening next and how success is measured at each milestone.

  1. Stage 1

    Discovery & product definition

    We review your store, mobile traffic, conversion data and goals, then define the app scope, key flows and success metrics before design starts.

  2. Stage 2

    UX, design system & architecture

    Wireframes, HIG-aligned UI, component system and technical architecture (Swift vs React Native, API strategy, offline, push) are locked in.

  3. Stage 3

    Build, test & App Store launch

    Sprint-based development with TestFlight builds, device QA, App Store preparation and a controlled launch with monitoring from day one.

  4. Stage 4

    Measure, iterate & grow

    Post-launch analytics, push optimisation, A/B tests and optional retainers so the app keeps improving conversion and retention.

03 / OUR WORK

Recent work from our portfolio.

Live stores, apps and platforms we have built and run. Case studies open on this site; other projects open the live build in a new tab.

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3.2×

App vs mobile web conversion

typical uplift for engaged shoppers on a well-built iOS app

70%+

Push opt-in rates

when opt-in is designed into the first sessions and value is clear

40+

Shopify iOS apps shipped

native and React Native, App Store live and maintained

4.8+

Typical App Store rating

from apps we design, build and support post-launch

04 / PRICING

Transparent pricing. Pick the model that fits your iOS goals.

Fixed-scope app projects, ongoing retainers, or full-time dedicated teams. Whatever the engagement, you’ll see the price before you sign: no hourly creep, no surprise change orders.

Project

Fixed-scope iOS project

$25K – $120K

Fixed timeline · Milestone-billed

Best for: New native or React Native apps, App Store launch, major feature builds

  • Fixed SOW & written deliverables
  • TestFlight + App Store submission
  • Full documentation & handover
  • Easy off-ramp, no lock-in

Retainer

Monthly mobile partnership

$4K – $15K / mo

30–80 hrs/month · Month-to-month

Best for: Ongoing releases, push optimisation, A/B tests and App Store updates

  • Dedicated mobile lead
  • Release cadence & crash monitoring
  • Feature sprints & experiments
  • Unused hours roll 50% forward

Dedicated team

Full-time mobile pod

$10K – $28K / mo

1–3 specialists · Embedded with your product team

Best for: High-growth apps, continuous roadmap, multi-platform programmes

  • Senior iOS specialists full-time
  • Direct Slack & weekly standups
  • Reports to your product / eng lead
  • Signed SLA & continuous shipping

05 / WHY BRANDS STAY

Six reasons brands stay with us for iOS development.

Most of our mobile work is repeat business or referral. These are the reasons clients give when we ask why.

Shopify-connected by design

Storefront API, Apple Pay and real inventory from day one — not a generic shell that fights your catalogue later.

Conversion & retention first

We optimise for app conversion, push opt-in and repeat purchase — not just “shipped an app.”

A dedicated lead on every project

One accountable owner, clear weekly updates, no account-manager telephone game.

App Store process included

Guidelines, metadata, privacy labels and submission are part of the engagement — not an afterthought.

Transparent, fixed-scope pricing

Written scope and a fixed number before work starts. No surprise line items or hourly creep.

You own the code & accounts

Full repository access, App Store ownership and documentation. We stay because the work is good, not because exit is hard.

06 / TECH STACK

What we use for iOS development.

Native Swift when performance and polish matter most, React Native when you need iOS and Android together, and Shopify Storefront API as the commerce backbone — never generic app templates.

iOS platforms

  • Swift
  • SwiftUI
  • UIKit
  • React Native
  • Expo where appropriate

Shopify & commerce

  • Storefront API
  • Admin API
  • Apple Pay
  • Shopify Checkout
  • metafields

Mobile tooling

  • Xcode
  • TestFlight
  • Fastlane
  • Firebase
  • APNs
  • deep linking SDKs

Analytics & growth

  • GA4
  • Firebase Analytics
  • Meta SDK
  • crash reporting
  • A/B tooling

07 / FAQ

Questions we hear before every iOS engagement.

Honest answers, including the ones most agencies dodge.

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How long does a typical iOS app take to build?

Focused Shopify iOS apps usually run 12–20 weeks from discovery to App Store launch. Larger feature sets or dual iOS + Android programmes take longer. Timeline is fixed in the SOW before work starts.

Native Swift or React Native — which do you recommend?

Native Swift when maximum performance and polish on iOS matter most. React Native when you need iOS and Android from one team and shared codebase. We recommend based on your roadmap and budget.

Do you handle App Store submission and review?

Yes. Metadata, screenshots, privacy labels, guideline compliance and submission are part of the project. We manage the review process until the app is live.

What does a typical engagement cost?

Projects: $25K–$120K. Monthly retainers: $4K–$15K/mo. Dedicated team: $10K–$28K/mo. Every quote is fixed-fee and locked in the SOW.

How do you connect the app to Shopify?

Primarily via the Storefront API for catalogue, cart and checkout, with Admin API where needed for custom logic. Apple Pay and customer accounts are integrated for a native experience.

Do you support the app after launch?

Yes. Retainers cover releases, crash monitoring, push optimisation, A/B tests and new features. Most clients stay on retainer after the initial launch.