Hybrid App
A hybrid app is a mobile application built using standard web technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, then wrapped in a native container to run across multiple platforms, such as iOS and Android. This approach allows businesses to develop once and deploy everywhere.
Hybrid apps combine elements of both native and web applications. While the core codebase is shared across platforms, the app still has access to some native features through plugins or frameworks. Technologies like Ionic, React Native, and Cordova are commonly used in hybrid app development.
The main benefit of hybrid apps is cost and time efficiency. A single codebase simplifies updates and accelerates time to market. However, hybrid apps may have performance limitations compared to native apps, particularly when dealing with intensive animations or advanced device integrations.
Hybrid apps are ideal for businesses aiming to launch cross-platform solutions quickly without fully investing in platform-specific development.