# Android apps for the world largest mobile platform Source: https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/services/mobile-development/android-app-development/ Reach Android users with an app built in Flutter or React Native. One codebase covers Android phones and tablets, and the same app can ship to iPhone when you are ready. [Book Free Strategy Call](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/services/mobile-development/android-app-development/#booking) [View All Mobile Development Services](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/services/mobile-development/) ## Sound Familiar? These are the problems we solve every day for businesses like yours. ### Reaching Android users who outnumber iOS globally Your business needs to reach the Android audience but you have no presence on the Google Play Store. ### Fragmented device landscape seems overwhelming The variety of Android screen sizes, manufacturers, and OS versions makes building a consistent experience feel daunting. ### Play Store listing buried with poor discoverability Your app is live but nobody can find it because the listing is not optimised for Play Store search. ### App performs inconsistently across devices Your Android app works on some phones but crashes or looks broken on others due to inadequate cross-device testing. Smartphones run Android 70%+ Active Android devices 3.9B+ Months for a typical Android build 2-5 ## What's included Here's what the work covers. 01 ### Cross-Platform Build Flutter or React Native, one codebase that also runs on iOS 02 ### Material Design Following Google design guidelines for intuitive UX 03 ### Google Services Integration Maps, Firebase, Google Pay, and more 04 ### Play Store Optimisation Optimised listings for discoverability ## What You Get Access to the largest global mobile platform Consistent experience across the Android device ecosystem Optimised Play Store presence for maximum discoverability Material Design interface that feels familiar and intuitive ## Our Approach Android development requires a different set of skills and considerations from iOS. We build Android apps with Flutter and React Native, following Material Design guidelines to create interfaces that feel natural on Android devices. Our apps handle the diversity of the Android ecosystem gracefully, with responsive layouts and thorough device testing. We address Android fragmentation head-on by testing across a representative range of devices, screen sizes, and OS versions. Our testing matrix covers the devices most commonly used by your target audience in New Zealand, ensuring a reliable experience for the vast majority of your users. For New Zealand businesses, Android represents roughly half the smartphone market. Having a well-built Android app ensures you are not leaving half your potential users without access to your service. We also optimise your Google Play Store listing with proper keywords, screenshots, and descriptions to maximise organic discoverability and downloads. ## How It Works Our simple process gets you from enquiry to results without the runaround. 1 ### Discovery Call We learn about your business, goals, and challenges in a free 30-minute consultation. 2 ### Custom Proposal You receive a detailed proposal with scope, timeline, and a clear investment breakdown within 48 hours. 3 ### We Get to Work Once approved, we start immediately with regular updates and check-ins throughout. 4 ### Launch & Support We deliver, launch, and provide ongoing support to ensure long-term success. ## Why Choose Lucid Media for Android Apps? We focus on results, not just deliverables. Every project we take on is designed to help your business grow. As an Auckland-based agency, we understand the New Zealand market and work with businesses across the country to achieve their digital goals. You get agency-quality work without the agency price tag or timeline. We use smart tools to work faster, so you see results sooner. ### What this means for you Expert guidance Work with specialists who understand the nuances of android app development. Clear communication No jargon, no confusion. We explain everything in plain language. Ongoing support We do not disappear after launch. We are here when you need us. Proven results Our track record speaks for itself. Real outcomes for real businesses. ## Real results from real campaigns See what we have achieved for businesses like yours, with real outcomes we can point to. Real Estate ### [AT Realty: instant commission figures in front of vendors](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/case-studies/ray-white-commission-app/) Agents no longer do maths in front of vendors during a pitch Mobile App Development + UI/UX Design Read case study → E-commerce ### [TSB Living: refunds handled in one system instead of spreadsheets](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/case-studies/tsb-living-refund-system/) No more copying refund details between spreadsheet tabs by hand 80% Faster Processing Read case study → E-commerce ### [Five tracking systems unified into one portal for TSB Living](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/case-studies/tsb-living-multi-carrier-tracking/) Customers no longer need to guess which carrier has their order 5 Tracking systems unified behind one search box Read case study → Technology ### [PlastiCard: a full rebuild with feature parity on iOS 26](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/case-studies/plasticard-app-upgrade/) A faster, more reliable way for customers to order custom ID cards Mobile App Development + React Native Upgrade Read case study → [View All Case Studies](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/case-studies/) ## Other Mobile Development Services [View all](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/services/mobile-development/) ### [iOS Apps](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/services/mobile-development/ios-app-development/) iPhone and iPad apps built in Flutter or React Native. They use the Apple features your app needs, such as Face ID, Apple Pay and push notifications, and the same codebase can ship to Android when you are ready. ### [Cross-Platform](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/services/mobile-development/cross-platform-apps/) Reach iOS and Android users efficiently with cross-platform development. We use React Native and Flutter to build high-quality apps with shared code. ### [App Support](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/services/mobile-development/app-maintenance/) Mobile apps need ongoing care. We provide maintenance and support services to keep your iOS and Android apps secure, up-to-date, and performing optimally. ## What our clients say Real reviews from the businesses we have built, ranked and run campaigns for. 5.0 from 70+ reviews > “Our CPA dropped by 66% and lead quality increased 200-300%. Not only almost immediately, but consistent for the last few months.” Paul Zellman BDM, Austar Property Services Jaide Wooler Executive Assistant, Tom Rawson > We’ve been working with Jason from Lucid Media and couldn’t recommend him more. He’s been a fast communicator, proactive, and always willing to help. Jason goes above and beyond with providing recommendations and support. > > The websites he’s built and implemented for us have been excellent. He has captured our business perfectly and ensured that it is user friendly on both desktop/mobile. Fantastic service! Google review Terry Bradley Director, Precision Building Inspectors > Jason and his team have been fantastic to work with from the initial website design and with the ongoing maintenance. They built us a really professional and well-designed site that represents our business well and it has been great having their continued support. > > It is nice to know someone reliable can manage our website and make sure it stays ranking on Google. They are always responsive when we need updates or changes made, and their technical expertise gives us peace of mind. Google review > “I’ve had around 10 websites developed over the years, and Jason is by far the best web developer I’ve ever worked with.” Andrew Baker Owner, Electrical Plus Mitch Taylor Director, Horton Taylor > I have been working with Jason for a year now and he is absolutely brilliant, honest and reliable. His client first approach has meant his work is always on time and to a high standard. > > Most of all he actually gets the results he says he will. Google review Grace Zhang Sunshine Mortgages > Communication with him is always smooth and effortless. The website he created for me exceeded my expectations in every way. I’m genuinely impressed with both the design and the overall structure. > > I’m looking forward to seeing what else the website can bring to me. If you’re thinking about building a website, Jason is definitely the person to go to. Google review > “Absolutely great in delivering our e-commerce website. A great experience from start to finish, and even beyond.” Harry & Maria Owner, Pots of Joy Samir Khanna Director, Professional Financial > Working with Jason @ Lucid Media on our website was a great experience from start to finish. Jason brought our vision to life with creativity and professionalism; he understood what we were after, and this could be seen in the result. > > The design is clean and modern, and the functionality is exactly what we needed. Communication was smooth throughout the entire process, and deadlines were always met. Highly recommend to anyone looking for top-tier web design and development. Google review Alex Mayo Owner, Playceholdr > I had Lucid Media do some SEO work for us and I'm super impressed with the results. Jason also took the time to educate me deeply on the topic so I didn't feel like everything was smoke and mirrors like I have had with previous agencies. Google review Britta Friedrich Manager, MagicGerman > Working with Lucid Media was an excellent experience from start to finish. They took the time to thoroughly analyse our previous website, understand our product, and align with our company goals before creating a new, professional layout and copy. > > They truly went above and beyond, exceeding expectations at every step. I genuinely enjoyed the collaboration and look forward to working with them again in the future. Google review Melitta Adam Founder, Melitta Skin > I had a call with Jason and was so impressed by how in-depth it was. He really listened, understood where I’m at, and gave me a clear action plan that I can actually use. > > It was practical, straightforward, and made me feel confident moving forward with my ads. I couldn’t recommend working with him enough. Google review > “We wanted to bring our idea for an app to life. He turned our ideas into reality.” Alana Saunders Business Manager, A T Realty Andrew Harvey Director, AES Comp > Lucid Media provides great service, quickly establishing and refining our website. They are always available to us when we need changes made. > > Expert in SEO which is critical, our company now ranks at the top of Google searches, alongside our international suppliers but ahead of other agents around the world. We totally recommend Lucid as a highly competent and committed website developer and manager. Google review Ratu Tau Trekway Shuttle > We had previously used another digital company for our website and digital marketing… things went downhill quickly, and our business suffered badly. > > Within 30 minutes, we were on a Teams meeting discussing the problems we were facing. By 2am, Jason had sent us a detailed report… By 4pm, our Google Ads were back up and running. > > Everything was turned around in less than 24 hours… seeing results that quickly was honestly incredible. > > Jason and the team at Lucid Media have helped get our business back on solid ground… Young, full of energy, passionate, and genuinely driven to help businesses succeed. Google review Alex Fladgate Owner, JunkBoss > Jason created our JunkBoss company website from start to finish. He always responded immediately, shared great ideas, and the final site looks spectacular!! > > Highly recommend to anyone looking to get their website done. Google review > “They took the time to understand our vision and business needs, translating them into a stunning, user-friendly website.” Dev Dhingra CEO, Fundmaster Isaac Smith Managing Director, PSI > Communication was insanely good, the work Jason provided me with was on a new level and blew me away. If you’re looking for someone who will go above and beyond for you then he is your man. Google review Tyler Newman Tillen Finance > From the start, Jason has taken the time to understand my business properly rather than just pushing a generic marketing setup. We’ve built out a new website, landing pages, CRM integration, Google Ads and Meta campaigns, and the attention to detail across everything has been excellent. > > What stands out most is his responsiveness and willingness to adapt quickly. Any time we’ve needed changes or seen something in the data, he’s on it straight away and is always looking for ways to improve performance rather than just letting campaigns run. > > The key difference is that he genuinely feels invested in the success of the business, not just running ads in the background. Google review > “He was really acting in our best interests and went beyond what we were expecting him to achieve.” Brianna Hoy Managing Director, PplPeople Fiona Ashford Manager, Fee Funders > When the finance company I manage, Fee Funders, changed ownership, Lucid Media took over all aspects of our IT and technology, and the impact has been outstanding. Jason quickly learned our legacy systems, implemented critical changes during the transition, and then led the development of our new software platform and reporting systems. > > Jason is exceptional across all areas of technology, both front-end and back-end. He’s practical, solutions-focused, and genuinely understands business needs as well as the technical side. Google review Lynnae Sands Manager, Windsor Industries > Jason has been awesome to work with over the last few months. Whenever we've had any sort of issue with our website, he is extremely prompt in resolving it. Very professional and helpful, I highly recommend. Google review > “Jason is exceptional, excellent communications, a highly motivated individual. Such rare traits - very happy with his development work for us!” Eddie Director, PlastiCard Joel D'leema Director, TSB Living > Jason has been awesome in the work he has done for us. He is fast, very responsive and professional. Would highly recommend. Google review J-Tip It Google review > The team at Lucid Media have provided excellent service while recently coming in to help position J-Tip It to where they need to be! > > We are absolutely blown away with their quick responses, smooth customer service and their initiative to stay 10-steps ahead at all times. Results are immediate and the cost is undeniably justified. > > If you want to be in safe hands, choose Lucid! Google review > “The site looks clean, professional, and easy to use. He made the whole process super simple and stress-free.” Aidan Fraei Agent, Ray White ## Frequently Asked Questions Got questions? We have got answers. Here are some common questions about working with us. [Ask a Question](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/contact/) **Do you build Android apps natively in Kotlin?** No. We build Android apps with Flutter or React Native, which compile to fast apps with full access to Android features such as Google Maps, Google Pay, the camera and push notifications. The same codebase also runs on iPhone, so you are not paying to build and maintain two separate apps. If your app has a rare need that only native Kotlin code can meet, we add that piece as a small native module rather than building the whole app twice. **How do you handle Android device fragmentation?** We address Android fragmentation through a combination of responsive layouts that adapt to different screen sizes, thorough testing across a representative range of devices, and targeting Android versions that cover the majority of active devices in New Zealand. Our testing matrix includes popular devices from Samsung, Google Pixel, and other major manufacturers at various screen sizes. We also use Android emulators and cloud-based device testing services to cover additional configurations beyond our physical device library. **Can you publish to the Google Play Store?** Yes, we handle the entire Google Play Store submission process from start to finish. This includes creating optimised store listings with compelling descriptions, professional screenshots, feature graphics, and proper categorisation for discoverability. We also ensure compliance with Google Play policies, which have become increasingly strict around privacy disclosures and content guidelines. Our experience with Play Store requirements means your app gets approved quickly and starts appearing in relevant search results. **What about tablets and foldable devices?** We can optimise your app for tablets and foldable devices using adaptive layouts that take advantage of larger screens. Android adaptive design lets us create interfaces that reorganise content based on available screen space, showing more information on larger displays without compromising the experience on standard phones. With foldable devices growing in popularity, building adaptable interfaces from the start is a smart investment that future-proofs your app for new form factors as they emerge. **How much does Android app development cost?** Android development costs are comparable to iOS development and depend on the complexity of your app, the features required, and the level of design customisation. A straightforward app costs less than one with complex features like real-time communication, offline capabilities, or hardware integration. We provide detailed estimates after a discovery phase where we define scope and features together. For New Zealand businesses that need both iOS and Android, we can advise on whether cross-platform development might offer cost savings while still delivering a quality experience. **How long does Android app development take?** Android app development typically takes 2 to 5 months depending on the complexity of the app, with simple apps toward the shorter end and feature-rich apps taking longer. The timeline includes design, development, testing across multiple devices, Play Store optimisation, and submission. Because we build in Flutter or React Native, an iOS version comes from the same codebase rather than a second project. **Do you provide ongoing support after the Android app launches?** Yes, we offer maintenance plans that cover Android OS compatibility updates, security patches, bug fixes, performance monitoring, and feature development. Android releases a major OS update annually, and apps need to be tested and potentially updated to maintain compatibility. Google also regularly updates Play Store policies, and non-compliant apps risk removal. Our maintenance plans ensure your app stays current, secure, and compliant so you can focus on growing your user base rather than worrying about technical issues. **What is Google Play Store Optimisation and do I need it?** Google Play Store Optimisation (ASO) is the process of improving your app visibility in Play Store search results, similar to SEO for websites. It involves keyword research for your app title and description, compelling screenshots and videos, positive review management, and proper categorisation. Since the majority of app downloads come from Play Store searches, ASO is essential for organic growth. We include basic ASO as part of our submission process and can provide more advanced optimisation as an ongoing service if app discoverability is a key priority for your business. ## Ready to reach the Android audience? get your free strategy session. Tell us about your Android app and we'll show you how we can help you reach the Android audience. Free consultation & quote Response within 24 hours No obligation to proceed [info@lucidmedia.co.nz](mailto:info@lucidmedia.co.nz) [+64 27 582 4369](tel:+64275824369)