# iPhone apps, built once for iOS and Android Source: 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. [Book Free Strategy Call](https://www.lucidmedia.co.nz/services/mobile-development/ios-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. ### Your app idea has no clear path to the App Store You know what you want to build but lack the technical expertise to navigate Apple development requirements and submission guidelines. ### Previous developer delivered a slow, buggy app Your existing iOS app crashes frequently, performs poorly, and is losing users because of a substandard development approach. ### App rejected by Apple review Your app submission was rejected and you are unsure how to resolve the issues Apple identified without starting over. ### Need to use Apple-specific features Your app concept depends on iOS features like Face ID, ARKit, or HealthKit that need careful platform integration. Active iPhones worldwide 1B+ Months from concept to App Store 2-6 Days for App Store review 1-3 ## What's included Here's what the work covers. 01 ### Cross-Platform Build Flutter or React Native, one codebase that also runs on Android 02 ### Apple Guidelines Compliance Designed to Apple's App Store rules from day one, not patched in later 03 ### iOS Feature Integration Face ID, Apple Pay, HealthKit and whatever else your app needs 04 ### App Store Submission We handle the submission and respond to Apple's review feedback for you ## What You Get Smooth performance that meets Apple quality standards Smooth App Store approval with experienced submission handling Access to the full range of iOS platform capabilities An app your iPhone and iPad users genuinely enjoy using ## Our Approach iOS development requires deep knowledge of Apple technologies, design guidelines, and the App Store review process. We build iOS apps with Flutter and React Native, using the Apple platform features your app needs and the performance and polish iPhone and iPad users expect. Because the code is shared, the same app can launch on Android without a second build. Our development process starts with understanding your users and business goals, not jumping straight into code. We define the feature set, create wireframes, and validate the concept before building. This approach avoids expensive rework and ensures the final app actually solves the problem it was designed for. For New Zealand businesses, iOS is particularly important because Apple devices have strong market share in New Zealand. We understand the local market context and can advise on features, pricing models, and launch strategies that work for Kiwi audiences. We also handle the entire App Store submission process, including responding to review feedback, so you get to market without delays. ## 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 iOS 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 ios 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/) ### [Android Apps](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. ### [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/) **How long does iOS app development take?** Simple apps with straightforward functionality typically take 2 to 3 months from concept to App Store submission, while more complex apps with custom backends, integrations, or advanced features may take 4 to 6 months or longer. We provide a detailed timeline after understanding your requirements during the discovery phase. Our process includes design, development, testing, and App Store submission, with regular progress updates so you always know where the project stands. **Do you handle App Store submission?** Yes, we manage the entire App Store submission process from start to finish. This includes preparing App Store screenshots, writing optimised descriptions, configuring metadata for discoverability, and responding to any feedback from the Apple review team. Our experience with Apple guidelines means we anticipate and address common rejection reasons before submission. We also handle age ratings, privacy policy requirements, and any supplementary documentation Apple requests. **What iOS versions do you support?** We typically support the current iOS version and two versions back, which covers over 95% of active iOS devices in New Zealand. This balance ensures broad compatibility without the overhead of maintaining support for very old versions that only a tiny fraction of users still run. If your app targets a specific audience that may use older devices, such as enterprise or education users, we can discuss extending support further back based on your specific requirements. **Can you update or take over my existing iOS app?** Yes, we regularly take over maintenance and development of existing iOS apps built by other teams. We start with a thorough code review to understand the architecture, assess code quality, and identify any immediate issues or technical debt. From there, we can add new features, modernise the codebase to support the latest iOS versions and devices, fix existing bugs, or rebuild specific components that are causing problems. We provide an honest assessment of the app current state before quoting any work. **How much does iOS app development cost?** iOS app development costs vary significantly based on complexity, features, and design requirements. A simple utility app costs less than a complex app with custom animations, real-time data, third-party integrations, and a custom backend. We provide detailed estimates after a discovery phase where we define the scope and features together. For New Zealand businesses, we structure projects with clear milestones so you can manage cash flow and see value being delivered throughout the build rather than waiting until the end. **Do I need a separate backend or server for my iOS app?** It depends on what your app does. Apps that need to store user data, sync across devices, send push notifications, or connect to third-party services require a backend server or cloud service. Simpler apps that function independently on the device may not need one. We use services like Firebase, AWS, and custom backends depending on your requirements and scale. Backend costs are an important part of the total project budget, and we help you choose the most cost-effective approach for your specific needs. **What happens after my iOS app launches?** Launching is just the beginning of your app journey. After launch, your app needs ongoing maintenance to stay compatible with new iOS versions released annually, security patches for any vulnerabilities in dependencies, and bug fixes based on real-world user feedback. Most successful apps also require regular feature updates to keep users engaged and attract new downloads. We offer maintenance plans that cover all of this, or we can hand over the codebase with documentation if you prefer to manage it in-house. **Can you help with app marketing and App Store optimisation?** We handle App Store Optimisation (ASO) as part of our submission process, including keyword research for your app title and description, compelling screenshot design, and optimised metadata to improve discoverability in App Store search results. For broader app marketing strategy, including launch campaigns, user acquisition, and growth tactics, we can collaborate with your marketing team or connect you with specialists in mobile app marketing. A great app needs both solid development and smart marketing to succeed in the competitive App Store. ## Ready to bring your app idea to life on iPhone? get your free strategy session. Tell us about your iOS app and we'll show you how we can help you bring your app idea to life on iPhone. 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