WE'RE A TOP RATED UK AGENCY
Every business has different reasons for needing a mobile app. We have built apps across every scenario below and can guide you through the process regardless of where you are starting from.
Startups & Founders
Validate ideas fast. Our BuildFaster MVP service gets a working product into users' hands in 3-6 weeks.
Growing SMEs
Automate workflows, improve customer engagement, and open new revenue channels without an in-house tech team.
Internal Tools & Workforce Apps
Custom mobile apps that replace manual processes, streamline field operations, and connect your teams. From driver management and shift scheduling to staff training and real-time reporting, we build the tools your workforce actually needs.
Enterprise & Corporate
Mission-critical mobile software that handles high concurrency, meets compliance, and integrates with SAP/Salesforce.
Content & Community
Fan engagement, community apps, and content platforms that drive recurring revenue and audience loyalty.
Regulated Sectors
Healthcare, MedTech, and compliance-driven apps built to handle sensitive patient data, meet GDPR and HIPAA standards, and integrate with clinical workflows. We also build for logistics and other regulated industries.
There are many ways to get an app built. The right choice depends on your budget, timeline, and how much risk you are willing to take. Here is how working with a dedicated app development company compares to the alternatives.
Not sure which approach is right for your project? Book a free discovery call and we will give you an honest recommendation, even if that means we are not the right fit.
Choosing the right app development company is one of the most important decisions you will make for your project. You need a team that understands your business, communicates clearly, and delivers software that works in the real world. Here is why companies like Tesco, AO, and PlayStation trust us with theirs.
Our team of designers, developers, and strategists have been building mobile apps since the early days of the App Store. We have seen frameworks come and go and know what actually works at scale.
We have built and maintained apps for some of the UK's biggest brands, but we operate with the speed and directness of a small team. No layers of account managers. You work directly with the people building your product.
When your project is complete, you receive the full source code and all assets. No lock-in, no licensing fees, no dependencies on us. Your app is yours.
Our core team is based in Liverpool with specialists across the UK and beyond. Every person on your project is part of our team. No outsourcing, no subcontracting.
No hourly billing surprises. We scope your project thoroughly upfront and provide a fixed price before work begins. You know exactly what you are paying and what you are getting.
We use AI tools to accelerate development and reduce costs, but every line of code is reviewed by our senior developers. You get the speed benefits of AI with the quality assurance of experienced engineers.
Choosing the right technology is critical. It affects development speed, cost, performance, and your ability to scale in the future. We are framework-agnostic and will always recommend the best tool for your specific requirements.
Flutter
DEFAULT FRAMEWORK
A cross-platform framework by Google that builds high-performance iOS and Android apps from a single codebase. Faster delivery, lower cost, near-native performance. Our recommended choice for around 90% of mobile app projects.
Best for: Most business apps, SaaS products, ecommerce, content platforms, internal tools, MVPs, and prototypes.
iOS (Swift)
Apple's own framework for the deepest possible iPhone and iPad integration. The right choice when your app demands heavy graphics, advanced camera or AR features, or platform-specific hardware access.
Best for: Games, AR/VR apps, camera-intensive apps, and apps requiring the most advanced Apple-specific APIs.
Android (Kotlin)
Google's modern language for native Android development. Ideal when targeting the majority global smartphone market share, deploying across managed device fleets, or building IoT companion apps.
Best for: Android-first strategies, IoT companion apps, enterprise apps for Android device fleets, and apps targeting international markets.
How we select
We assess your requirements against platform capabilities during scoping. We consider target audience, hardware needs, budget, and long-term goals. You will never be sold a technology for our convenience.
THE PROCESS
Our team of app developers have spent years perfecting their craft. With over 80 years combined experience, you are in safe hands when it comes to developing an app that makes a difference.
We define features, user flows, system architecture, and tech choices. Turning ideas into technical blueprints.
Interactive prototypes map out every screen. Click through realistic mockups before we write a single line of code.
Structured 2-week sprints with regular demos. AI-assisted workflows accelerate delivery without compromising quality.
Rigorous testing across real devices, networks, and edge cases. Security, performance, and functional QA.
We handle Apple App Store and Google Play Store submissions, metadata, compliance, and ASO foundations.
Ongoing AppGuard maintenance, OS update compatibility, monitoring, and new feature iteration.
INNOVATION
We integrate artificial intelligence at two distinct levels to deliver faster results and smarter products. From a combination of our own proprietary tools to aid in the software development process, and streamlined AI app development processes, our entire team is trained and utilising AI for every process.
AI-assisted tools accelerate coding, automate testing, and catch issues early. Faster delivery, lower costs, with every line human-reviewed.
We build features such as intelligent chatbots, personalised recommendations, NLP search, and predictive analytics directly into your application.
Transparent baseline ranges to help you plan. Fixed-price quotes provided after scoping.
MVP Concept
Smaller apps and proof of concepts
£5k - £20k
Core features, single platform, 3–6 week delivery via BuildFaster. Ideal for validating ideas, small internal tools and investor demos.
Standard Engagement
Full Mobile App
Ready to scale with you
£20k - £100k
Full custom design, iOS + Android (Flutter), custom API, admin panel, app store launch. 2–4 month delivery timeline.
Standard Engagement
Full Mobile App
Ready to scale with you
£20k - £100k
Full custom design, iOS + Android (Flutter), custom API, admin panel, app store launch. 2–4 month delivery timeline.
Enterprise
Complex requirements and large integrations
£100k +
Complex integrations, compliance requirements, high availability architecture, and scalable infrastructure. 4–9+ month delivery.
Answers to common questions about mobile app development, including Flutter vs native iOS and Android, development costs and timelines, app store submission, code ownership, and what happens after your app launches.
We build long-term partnerships, not one-off projects. Here's what the people we work with have to say about working with our mobile app development team.
David Igoe - Director of Software Engineering
"The measure of a good agency is whether they make your life easier and fit the brief. The measure of a great agency is that you keep giving them more projects due to the quality of their work. PixelBeard have looked after AO's mobile interests for over 5 years now. If you have Android or IOS needs that are not being met I would not hesitate to recommend Adam, Will and the team. "
