Mobile app development agency in Lausanne

Mobile app development in Lausanne

Appik Studio designs and builds iOS and Android applications for Swiss startups, SMEs, federations, media companies, hospitals, and research labs, from product scoping through App Store and Google Play release.

Product advice, UX/UI design, mobile development, and post-launch support are handled by four senior developers based in French-speaking Switzerland. A well-architected TypeScript codebase can cover iOS, Android, and the web without multiplying teams or costs.

At Appik Studio, we've worked with React Native since its earliest versions. We have watched the ecosystem mature and choose it with a clear view of its trade-offs. Our apps sometimes include an artificial intelligence capability when the use case warrants it. UX/UI design runs alongside development so critical journeys are validated before they become expensive to fix.

Why choose a mobile agency in Lausanne?

A successful mobile app depends as much on scoping as it does on code. Being based in Lausanne helps us work closely with Swiss organizations: EPFL startups, institutions, healthcare teams, sports federations and SMEs that need a reliable technical partner.

We build business apps, consumer apps, field tools and regulated mobile platforms. Every project starts by clarifying users, budget, technical risks, data constraints and measurable success criteria.

Budget and timeline in Switzerland

A mobile MVP usually starts around CHF 25,000 and ships in 2 to 3 months. A complete mobile app with backend, custom design, notifications, payments, AI or business integrations typically lands between CHF 80,000 and CHF 150,000. Healthcare or regulated projects can require more scoping, testing and documentation.

Before development starts, we define the scope: priority features, architecture, timeline, budget, risks and launch strategy. You get a clear plan before committing to the build.

Our Mobile Expertise

One codebase for every platform

Develop for iOS, Android, and the web from a single codebase. At Appik Studio, we build primarily with React Native & Expo: depending on scope, up to 95% of code shared across platforms, meaning typically 30–40% savings versus separate Swift/Kotlin native development, depending on scope and integrations. And in 2026, writing 100% native code when needed has become simple thanks to Expo native modules and the New Architecture. From MVP to millions of users, it's the right choice.

Performance on par with native

A well-built React Native app holds the same level as a Swift or Kotlin app on every axis that matters to the user: 60fps smoothness, startup time, touch responsiveness, full access to native APIs (camera, Bluetooth, geolocation, NFC). The interface runs on the platform's own native components, and JavaScript talks to them directly through the New Architecture.

None of that is automatic. The result depends on the architecture you pick, the quality of the implementation, and testing on real devices — including low-end Android models. That is exactly the work we do: profile, measure, fix, and move to native the few parts that warrant it.

Instant updates (OTA)

With Expo Updates, deploy fixes and new features without going through Apple and Google stores. Your users receive updates in real-time, allowing you to iterate quickly and respond to market feedback.

Mature and sustainable ecosystem

10 years of React Native, 8 years of Expo. A massive developer community, battle-tested libraries for every use case: Bluetooth, camera, in-app payments, push notifications, geolocation, biometric authentication, and more.

Technologies We Master

Mobile Projects Delivered

Our mobile applications are deployed in Lausanne, French-speaking Switzerland and across Europe:

• Le Temps — Development of the new mobile app for the leading daily newspaper in French-speaking Switzerland, based on their internal design. Full accompaniment: co-development with the internal team, knowledge transfer and onboarding to enable Le Temps developers to take over autonomously.

• Pneumoscope — Connected stethoscope via mobile app, developed with HUG's spin-off Onescope. Bluetooth connection, AI algorithms executed directly on the smartphone for real-time analysis of respiratory pathologies.

• Equipass — Mobile-first web application for digital equine passports, built for an international equestrian sports federation based in Lausanne. Identification data, health records, movement traceability — serving 137+ national federations.

• Detectra — Mobile app and web dashboard for remote monitoring of inflammatory arthritis, in collaboration with UNIL-CHUV Rheumatology. Computer vision, digital biomarkers and patient-reported outcomes.

• Time District — Mobile marketplace for watch collectors in Switzerland, UK, and Europe. Physical authentication, Blockchain certificates, verified ecosystem for secure transactions.

• Smatch — Sports meetup app in Switzerland. Matching algorithm based on sports level, availability, geolocation. Integrated chat for organizing meetups.

• ApiZoom — Parasite detection in beehives using Deep Learning. EPFL and Swiss company ApiZoom collaboration. Photo → AI analysis → instant diagnosis.

• smartCervix — Cervical cancer detection aid. Collaboration with EPFL's LTS5 laboratory and Geneva University Hospitals (HUG). Secure data collection and risk factor classification.

• ClearSky — Edge AI application for phone call analysis. Artificial intelligence executed entirely on the smartphone for maximum privacy.

Our Mobile Development Process

1. Consultation and scoping

We analyze your project during a free consultation: business goals, target audience, key features, technical constraints. Together we define the MVP scope.

2. UX/UI Design

Wireframes and high-fidelity Figma mockups make critical journeys testable before development.

3. Agile development

2-week sprints with regular demos. You follow progress in real-time and can adjust priorities at each iteration.

4. Testing and quality

Unit tests, integration tests, testing on real devices (iOS and Android). We guarantee a stable and performant application before each release.

5. Deployment and store submission

Publication on the App Store and Google Play Store. We handle screenshots, descriptions, ASO keywords, and the review process.

6. Support and maintenance

Security updates, compatibility with new iOS/Android versions, crash monitoring, feature evolution. Your application stays performant over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does mobile app development cost? At Appik Studio, expect from CHF 25,000 for a functional MVP, up to CHF 150,000+ for complex applications with advanced integrations (AI, IoT, payments). Every project is unique — contact us for a personalized quote. See also our detailed guide: How much does a mobile app cost in Switzerland?

How long does it take to develop an app? An MVP can be delivered in 2 to 3 months. A full-featured application typically requires 4 to 6 months. With Expo and React Native, we develop for iOS and Android simultaneously, significantly accelerating the timeline.

Will my app work as well on iOS as on Android? Yes, provided it's built properly. React Native runs on each platform's own native components, and we adapt iOS- and Android-specific behaviours rather than shipping one uniform interface. We test on real devices on both sides, including low-end Android models, because that's where performance gaps show up.

Can I update my app without going through the stores? Yes, thanks to Expo Updates (OTA). Content and business logic updates can be deployed instantly. Only native code changes require a new store submission.