What sets apart Hybrid apps from Native apps?

Hybrid and Native apps differ in their developmental approach which defines their platform compatibility. Let’s dig in deeper to understand what this means.

 

Native (Single-platform) Mobile Application Development

 

As the name indicates, the native or single-platform mobile app development refers to the development of mobile apps that are compatible for use only on a single platform or operating software (OS). The operating software may specifically be Android or iOS. There are both advantages and disadvantages of single-platform mobile application development. One important and remarkable feature of this kind of mobile app development technique is that the coding and functionality of a particular mobile app firmly corresponds to its compatibility with the respective operating software, for which it is being developed.

 

Cross-platform Mobile Application Development

 

On the other hand, cross-platform mobile app development refers to the development of mobile apps that are compatible for use on more than one, i.e. multiple platforms or operating software (OS). In other words, these mobile apps are designed and developed to run on both android and iOS. Hybrid apps are cross-platform apps which are built using web technologies. As in the case with the native app development technique, this also has both advantages and disadvantages. Further, this technique of app development requires that the coding and functionality implemented while building the mobile app should be compatible with the different operating software.

 

SarvayXenia can assist you choose the ideal development platform for your mobile app. Just get in touch with our mobile app developers.