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Dipak Yuvraj Luhar
Tech Lead, Softices
Mobile Development
05 June, 2025
Dipak Yuvraj Luhar
Tech Lead, Softices
Imagine spending months and thousands of dollars building your app, only to realize the technology behind it is slowing you down.
That’s the risk many businesses face when choosing the wrong development framework.
If you're here, you're probably torn between Flutter and React Native, two of the most talked-about cross-platform frameworks for app development. And it's no surprise. Both let you build apps for iOS and Android using a single codebase, and both power apps used by millions daily
But which one is right for your app idea in 2025, and coming years?
This blog breaks down Flutter vs React Native for business owners, startup founders, product managers, and anyone who wants to build an app but isn’t sure whether Flutter or React Native is the better choice.
Let’s walk through the differences, similarities, pros and cons, covering performance, development experience, community support, and everything else you need to make the right decision for your project.
Flutter is a cross-platform app development framework created by Google. It allows developers to build apps for Android, iOS, web, desktop, and even embedded systems, all using a single codebase.
It uses the Dart programming language and comes with its own rendering engine, giving full control over the app’s design and behavior. This makes Flutter an excellent choice for apps that demand highly customized UI, smooth animations, and performance consistency across platforms.
Flutter is known for:
React Native is an open-source mobile development framework built by Meta (formerly Facebook). It allows you to build mobile apps using JavaScript and React, making it highly approachable for web developers.
React Native bridges the gap between web and mobile by letting you write most of your app in JavaScript while still accessing native components under the hood. This means you can create fast, responsive apps with a native look and feel, using the tools and language many teams already know.
It’s especially popular among startups and tech companies that want to reuse web development skills to build cross-platform apps quickly and efficiently.
React Native is known for:
Feature |
Flutter |
React Native |
---|---|---|
Language | Dart | JavaScript |
Developed By | Meta (Facebook) | |
Performance | Near native, faster UI rendering | Good, but may rely more on native bridges |
Community Support | Growing fast | Mature and widely used |
Learning Curve | Slightly steep due to Dart | Easier for JS/React developers |
UI Customization | High – Flutter controls its own rendering | Depends on native components |
Hot Reload | Yes | Yes |
Use Cases | Apps with custom UI, animations | Apps needing faster time to market |
Popular Apps | Google Ads, eBay Motors | Instagram, Facebook, Bloomberg |
React Native is quicker to learn for web teams, but Flutter offers a more unified learning path for long-term scalability and UI control.
For animation-heavy, graphic-rich, or performance-sensitive apps, Flutter usually has the edge.
Flutter = Consistent, all-in-one UI system
React Native = Flexible, especially when integrating with existing native modules
As of 2025:
While React Native has been around longer, Flutter’s popularity is rapidly growing, especially as businesses look for multi-platform solutions beyond mobile.
Use Case |
Best Option |
---|---|
You want a custom-designed app | Flutter |
You want faster development with existing JS/React team | React Native |
You need high-performance animations | Flutter |
You need to integrate with native device features | React Native |
You’re building for Android, iOS, Web and Desktop | Flutter |
You plan to build an MVP quickly | React Native |
FlutterFlow is a no-code/low-code builder built on Flutter, great for prototypes or simple apps.
React Native doesn’t have a direct equivalent, but Draftbit and Expo are close alternatives that simplify the development process.
Real-world performance matters. Here’s what to know:
Both frameworks deliver great performance, but if your app requires complex visuals, real-time updates, or animations, Flutter might be the better bet.
A community and family management app designed to keep families and groups connected. Parivar offers a shared space for updates, event planning, celebrations, and more. Built with React Native, it delivers a smooth, synchronized experience across all devices.
→ Available on Android and iOS
A user-friendly loan calculation tool that helps users quickly compute their EMI (Equated Monthly Installment) and view a detailed payment schedule. Developed using React Native, it ensures fast calculations and a consistent interface on both mobile platforms.
→ Available on Android and iOS
A comprehensive financial tracking app, Terran Expense Manager helps users manage their expenses efficiently. With its Flutter-based architecture, it ensures a seamless experience on both Android and iOS, providing features like budgeting, transaction tracking, and insightful analytics.
→ Available on Android and iOS
A property management and renovation app, The MakeOver Guys helps users plan, manage, and execute home makeovers seamlessly. Built with Flutter, it delivers a smooth user experience across Android and iOS, streamlining renovation workflows with real-time updates and communication tools.
→ Available on Android and iOS
Whether you're building your first MVP or scaling a full-featured app, our team can guide you through the decision and build the app the right way.
Let’s simplify it:
At Softices, we’ve worked on both Flutter and React Native for a wide range of apps, from early-stage MVPs to full-scale products. We don’t pick favorites. We help you choose what’s best for your app, your goals, and your budget.
If you’re still unsure which framework fits your project, we’d be happy to walk you through your options.