Desktop Apps (Win/macOS) with React Native
Build native desktop apps (Win/macOS) in React Native. Bring React to desktop or create cross-platform with mobile code sharing potential.
Build an RN Desktop AppWhy React Native for Your Desktop Application?
Discover the benefits of using React Native to build desktop applications – native interface and the familiar React ecosystem.
Truly Native User Interface
React Native for Windows/macOS renders UI components using native system controls, ensuring a look and feel fully consistent with the platform.
Leveraging the React and JavaScript Ecosystem
You can use your knowledge of React, JavaScript/TypeScript, and the rich ecosystem of npm libraries to create advanced desktop applications.
Potential for Code Sharing with Mobile
If you have or plan a mobile app in React Native, there is significant potential to share business logic, and sometimes even UI components, with the desktop version.
Our Process for Creating React Native Desktop Applications
We have experience adapting the development process to the specifics of creating desktop applications using React Native for Windows and macOS.
Analysis of Desktop-Specific Requirements
We define the application's goals, key functionalities, and the unique requirements and limitations of the Windows and macOS platforms.
Platform-Compliant UI/UX Design
We create an interface design that is not only aesthetic but also compliant with the design guidelines and conventions of desktop systems.
RN Desktop Environment Configuration
We prepare and configure the development environment and project structure for building native applications for Windows and macOS.
Implementation of React Components and Logic
We create the user interface using React components and the React Native API, and implement the application's business logic in JavaScript/TypeScript.
Integration of Native Modules (if required)
If necessary, we create or integrate native modules (C++/C#/Swift/Objective-C) to access specific operating system features.
Testing on Target Systems
We conduct detailed functional, performance, and visual tests on Windows and macOS systems to ensure high application quality.
Build and Packaging for Windows/macOS
We generate ready-to-distribute application packages in native formats for both platforms (e.g., MSIX for Windows, .app for macOS).
React Native on Desktop: Native Interface, Familiar Technology
By extending React Native's capabilities to desktop platforms, we offer application development that combines the advantages of a native user interface with the productivity and flexibility of the React ecosystem. We focus on delivering polished and efficient solutions.
*Unlike web view-based solutions (like Electron), React Native for Windows/macOS renders the interface using native system controls. This can lead to better system integration, higher UI performance, and lower resource consumption in many cases.*
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to questions about creating desktop applications (Windows, macOS) using the React Native framework.
Is React Native actually suitable for creating desktop applications?
Yes, thanks to official extensions supported by companies like Microsoft (React Native for Windows, React Native for macOS), it's an increasingly popular and mature technology for building native desktop apps, especially if you already know React.
Which specific operating systems do you develop for?
We specialize in creating React Native applications for current versions of Windows (Windows 10 and newer) and macOS.
How does a React Native desktop app differ from an Electron app?
The main difference lies in UI rendering: React Native uses native system components (e.g., buttons, text fields look like system ones), while Electron displays an interface built with HTML/CSS in an embedded browser. The choice depends on project priorities (native look vs. ease of using web APIs).
How much code can be shared between a mobile and desktop app in React Native?
A significant portion of the business logic written in JavaScript/TypeScript can be shared. Sharing UI components is possible but often requires creating more abstract components or specific adjustments for the desktop.
What is the performance of React Native desktop applications like?
Performance is generally good, especially for the natively rendered user interface. As with any technology, the final performance depends on code optimization and application complexity. It can be better than Electron for UI-intensive tasks.
How much does it cost to create a React Native desktop application?
The cost is determined individually for each project and depends on its complexity, number of features, UI/UX requirements, and potential integrations with native modules. Please contact us for a quote.
React Native Desktop Application Project Quote
Every desktop application created in React Native is a custom project. Contact us to discuss your requirements and receive a personalized, free quote.
Hourly Rate
Flexible billing for the actual time spent working.
16£ / hour gross
- Windows/macOS Application
- Native UI Components
- Potential for Future Expansion
- Code Sharing with Mobile App
- Integration with Native Modules
- Testing on Windows and macOS Systems
- Support for Current OS Versions
- Technical Documentation
- Post-Deployment Support
The final cost of a React Native desktop application depends on many factors, including: the complexity of the user interface and business logic, the need to create or integrate custom native modules for Windows/macOS, the scope of required support for different operating system versions, the need to ensure high performance, and the scope of testing. We guarantee pricing transparency.
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