Stalela Studio

Apps your customers will actually use

We build cross-platform mobile apps for iOS and Android from a single codebase. Whether you need a customer-facing app, internal field tool, or marketplace — we ship fast, polished, and performant.

Mobile app development

From idea to app store

Cross-platform development that doesn't compromise on quality.

Mobile app showcase
App development process

Beautiful, performant apps for iOS and Android

What you get

Every project includes the essentials, baked in.

Cross-platform

One codebase, two platforms. React Native or Flutter apps for iOS and Android simultaneously.

Custom UI/UX

Platform-native feel with custom animations, gestures, and interactions. No cookie-cutter templates.

Offline support

Apps that work without internet — critical for South African field workers and areas with poor connectivity.

Cloud backend

Scalable APIs, real-time sync, push notifications, and cloud storage — all managed.

Secure by default

Biometric auth, encrypted storage, certificate pinning, and POPIA-compliant data handling.

App Store deployment

We handle Apple App Store and Google Play submissions, screenshots, descriptions, and approvals.

Our process

From first conversation to delivery — here's how we work.

Step 01

Discovery

We validate your app concept, define the user journey, and identify the minimum feature set that delivers value.

Deliverables

  • User journey map
  • Feature prioritisation
  • Technical feasibility
  • Project estimate
Step 02

Design

Interactive prototypes you can tap through on your phone. We test with real users before writing code.

Deliverables

  • UI/UX wireframes
  • Interactive prototype
  • Design system
  • User testing results
Step 03

Develop

Agile sprints with working builds every two weeks. You test on your own device throughout development.

Deliverables

  • TestFlight / Beta builds
  • Sprint demos
  • API development
  • Automated tests
Step 04

Launch

App Store and Play Store submission, launch marketing assets, and post-launch monitoring.

Deliverables

  • Store submissions
  • App screenshots & description
  • Launch monitoring
  • User analytics setup

Built with modern technology

Industry-leading tools for reliability, performance, and security.

React NativeFlutterTypeScriptDartExpoFirebaseSupabaseNode.jsPostgreSQLPush NotificationsApp Store ConnectGoogle Play Console

Packages

Straightforward pricing. No hidden fees.

MVP App

From R55,000

Validate your idea with a polished MVP.

  • Core feature development
  • iOS + Android
  • Custom UI design
  • Basic backend / API
  • Push notifications
  • App Store submission
  • 3 months bug-fix support
Most popular

Business App

From R120,000

A fully featured app for your business.

  • Everything in MVP
  • Advanced features & integrations
  • Offline support
  • User authentication & profiles
  • Admin dashboard (web)
  • Analytics integration
  • 6 months support

Enterprise

Custom

Complex apps for large user bases.

  • Everything in Business
  • Multi-tenant architecture
  • Advanced security & compliance
  • CI/CD pipeline
  • Load testing
  • Custom backend infrastructure
  • Dedicated team
  • 12 months SLA

Frequently asked questions

React Native or Flutter — which is better?+

Both are excellent. We recommend React Native if you have existing web tech in React/TypeScript, and Flutter for design-heavy apps. We'll advise based on your project.

Will my app work offline?+

Yes, if needed. We build offline-first apps using local storage and background sync — especially important for SA with intermittent connectivity.

How do app store submissions work?+

We handle everything — Apple App Store and Google Play accounts, screenshots, descriptions, privacy policies, and the review process.

Can you update my existing app?+

Yes. We can maintain, update, and add features to existing React Native, Flutter, or native iOS/Android apps.

What about ongoing maintenance?+

Apps need regular updates for OS compatibility, security patches, and new features. We offer monthly maintenance plans from R5,000/month.

Ready to build your app?

Book a free discovery call and we'll help you define the fastest path from idea to app store.