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iPhone vs. Android App: Which is better for your Business
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Smith Taylor
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Mobile apps have become an indispensable part of our lives and they are transforming the
way businesses work. Two platforms that dominate the world of mobile apps are
Android and iOS. If you are planning to build an app for your business, having an idea
on both platforms is necessary to help you choose the suitable one.
iOS App Development Company have come a long way since it evolved Apple’s App
Store in 2008 while Google’s Android has around 88% of the market share, making it very
difficult for businesses to choose one for them. Without wasting further time, let’s find out
some of the best ways to choose between iOS and Android app development.
Things to Consider before you choose iOS or Android for your Business
Platform Versions
One of the important things that need to be considered is the platform version and
whether it matches the hardware. As Android apps are available on different phones from
many manufacturers, it is crucial to figure out if the app you are building works on all
devices, across all Android versions & other OS types. For iOS, it is easier as there is no
device proliferation and only the versions of iOS need to be considered with proper
testing.
Build for Right Audience
Talking about the market share, the Android platform has a larger percentage as
compared to iOS but iOS users are the ones who spend more contributing around 80-90%
of total revenue from in-app purchases especially in US regions.
That is why it is important to keep your target audience in mind before choosing Android
or iOS. If you are targeting the audience with a lower budget, then Android is best but for
audiences who are willing to spend more on in-app purchases, iOS is the one.
Device & Screen Size
Before you choose between iOS and Android, screen and device sizes should be
considered. It is important because screen sizes will decide how your business app will
look for users and the app developed with the best UX design will survive in the
competitive app market of today. Take good time to conduct UX research and base the
design as per the findings.
Security of User Data
Another crucial aspect is the security concerns as users may hesitate to use apps if they
are not safe and secured enough. Your app developers should be proactive about testing
the app for security vulnerabilities and any user installing it may risk their data and the
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app itself.
Google’s no-checking policy can be a drawback as it could compromise the user data
while iOS follows the strict security guidelines to ensure every app released on App Store
is safe to use.
ROI for both iOS and Android
When you invest in building an app for your business, you would expect a return, which is
why finding out how much money you can make with an Android or iOS app is
important.
The study says the total Apple App Store iOS developer payout was $155 billion in Jan’21
and the mobile app revenue is $189 billion, not even close to where Google stands. We
must keep in mind that building an iOS app is 30-40% less expensive than
an Andorid app.
iPhone vs. Android App: Final Verdit
As we know, both platforms have both pros and cons different from one another. Your
business must put a lot of consideration into how to develop the app and which platform
to choose.
Ensure that you keep the budget of the company in mind before choosing the right
platform that suits your specific business requirements. If you are still confused
between iOS and Android app development, get in touch with the expert app
developers or Android App Development Company for a free consultation.
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