Mobile apps designed around the people who will use them.
We plan, design and build iOS and Android apps, from the first screens to store release, with the data and back-end that make them work.
Serving businesses across the UK, USA, UAE and Australia.
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Start with the user
Screens and flows are designed before code is written.
One plan, two platforms
Cross-platform builds where they make sense, native where they do not.
Measured after launch
Usage and stability tracked so the app improves.
Who our app work is for.
Apps suit businesses where repeated, personal or device-based use matters.
Startups with a product idea
A first version that tests the idea with real users.
Businesses adding a customer app
Bookings, orders, accounts or loyalty in your customers' pockets.
Teams needing internal tools
Field, sales or operations apps connected to your systems.
Existing apps that need work
Fixes, redesign, new features or a move to a better foundation.
Do you need an app, or a better website?
Many products start as a responsive website. We tell you honestly when an app is worth the extra cost.
- Choose an app for offline use, notifications, camera or location features, or frequent daily use
- Choose a responsive site for content, forms, bookings and shopping that people do occasionally
- Consider a site first, then an app once usage justifies it
- Compare build and upkeep cost for both
- We give a written recommendation before you commit
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The SightSol app process.
Four links from the first screen to the data behind it.
Interface
Screens and visual design that are clear on small devices.
You receive: clickable designs.User flow
Journeys mapped so every task takes the fewest steps.
You receive: flow diagrams and a feature list.App
The build, with regular working versions to test.
You receive: test builds you can install.Data
Back-end, database and analytics that power the app.
You receive: an API, data model and reporting.Interfaces that are easy on a small screen.
Good app design is mostly removing things. We design for thumbs, short sessions and clear next steps.
- Wireframes and clickable prototypes tested before build
- Design system for consistent buttons, spacing and type
- Accessibility: contrast, text size and screen reader support
- Loading, empty and error states designed, not forgotten
- Handover files for development
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iOS, Android and cross-platform.
The right approach depends on the features you need, your budget and your team.
iOS
Apps for iPhone and iPad, following Apple's design and review rules.
Android
Apps for the wide range of Android devices and screen sizes.
Native
Separate iOS and Android code when a feature demands the best of each device.
The back-end behind the app.
An app is only as good as the system behind it. We design the API, database and services together.
- API design that the app and future products can share
- Database structure planned for growth
- Sign-in and permissions done securely
- Push notifications and background tasks
- Integrations with your existing systems
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Testing and getting into the stores.
App stores review every app. We plan for it, so release is a step and not a surprise.
- Testing on real devices across screen sizes
- Beta testing with a small group before launch
- Store listings, screenshots and descriptions prepared
- Privacy information and permissions handled correctly
- A plan for updates after launch
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What we measure after launch.
A launched app is the start of learning. We agree the measures before build.
Adoption
Installs, sign-ups and how many people finish onboarding.
Engagement
How often people return and which features they use.
Stability
Crashes, load times and errors on real devices.
Business results
Bookings, orders or tasks completed through the app.
How an app project runs.
Timelines depend on scope and integrations. They are agreed in writing before build begins.
- DiscoveryGoals, users, features and constraints.
- Scope and designFlows, screens and a written scope for approval.
- Build in stagesWorking versions delivered regularly for review.
- TestDevice testing, fixes and beta feedback.
- ReleaseStore submission, launch and monitoring.
- ImproveUpdates based on usage and feedback.
What you receive
- A written scope and feature plan
- Designs and a clickable prototype
- Working test builds
- Back-end and API documentation
- Store-ready app and listings
- Analytics and crash reporting set up
Questions, answered.
How much does an app cost?
It depends on features, platforms, integrations and design. After discovery we send a written scope and price. We do not quote from a one-line brief.
How long does it take to build an app?
It depends on scope. We agree a timeline in the written scope and deliver working versions along the way.
Should I build for iOS, Android or both?
It depends on your users. Cross-platform builds can cover both from one codebase. We recommend based on your audience and features.
Do you build the back-end too?
Yes. An app usually needs an API, database and sign-in. We design and build them with the app.
Who owns the code?
You should own the code you pay for.
What happens after launch?
We can support updates, fixes and new features, and track how the app is used.
Can the app connect to my existing systems?
Often yes, depending on what your systems offer. We check the options in discovery before promising anything.
What do you need to get started?
A description of the idea or problem, your users, any designs or systems you already have, and a short call.