Comparisons

6 pages in this section. Each one opens with a short answer, goes deeper, says where the advice does not apply, and ends with the questions people ask next. Written by Sachin Sharma. See the editorial policy.

Read these when you are choosing between two options. Each gives a verdict first, then lets you pick your own situation and see the verdict change, with the full table below.

• 01App or website first? What I recommend to clientsStart with a website unless your customers need daily use, offline access, or device-specific features — in those cases
• 02How to choose the best app development company in IndiaHow to choose the best app development company in India. Score your priorities and see which team type fits: solo, studio, agency or in-house.
• 03Flutter or React Native: which one for your Indian startup?I recommend Flutter for most Indian startups — faster delivery, better offline support and lower long-term cost. But React Native wins when you reuse web.
• 04Freelancer or agency for a first app: what I recommendFor a first app in India, hire a freelancer if scope is clear and budget tight. Choose an agency only if you need multiple roles in one place or formal
• 05Lovable or a developer: which should you choose?Lovable is good for testing ideas with no money or data. A developer is better when payments, customer data, or long-term control matter. Here's how to.
• 06Native or cross-platform: which one for your app?For most Indian startups, cross-platform saves 30–40% cost and 40% time. Native wins only for high performance or deep device access. Real cost, time