iOS is primarily chosen by developers due to its lower development costs, while Android dominates the global market. Android is an open-source platform that runs on a wide variety of devices beyond just smartphones and tablets, allowing for more innovative apps, while iOS only runs on Apple devices. Android can be customized for specialized tasks and allows coding in languages beyond just Java. However, Android's open nature and ability for OEM customization results in device fragmentation, varying performance, and challenges for developers in designing apps to work across different screen sizes and specifications.