Dedicated app or Mobile Web App-Which is better for my business?
If you’re looking to maximize the reach and impact of your enterprise app, it is very important to consider which mobile platforms are most appropriate for your audience. Some content are more suitable for mobile responsive websites while other types of content or interaction may be best served by a dedicated mobile app. PhoneGap mobile development is one way to develop cross platform apps, reducing time to market and development efforts. But whether a dedicated app is ideal or a mobile web app/responsive web app is appropriate for your business? How do you decide which is most suitable for you? Here’s a quick check list comparing both dedicated app and responsive app before taking the final decision.
As you compare, there’s no right or wrong here - the nature of your enterprise service with content, how much user interaction is required can impact your decision. Remember building a mobile app needs significant time to plan and develop. It won’t be cheap and needs to be kept updated with content, features and enhancements over time. Do you know any other point to compare dedicated with responsive mobile apps? Share your thoughts in the comments below.