React Native vs Flutter 2025: our pick after 50+ projects

Since 2018 we've built over 50 mobile apps. We tested both frameworks in production.

Our pick: React Native + Expo

Why?

1. Economics — One team, two platforms. No compromises.
2. Ecosystem — Expo SDK, EAS Build, OTA updates.
3. New Architecture — Fabric, TurboModules, JSI. Near-native performance.
4. Shared code — With Next.js/web you share logic, types, and often UI.

When Flutter?

When you need:

• Heavy 60fps animations (games, AR)
• Custom rendering beyond standard UI
• Apps primarily for emerging markets (better perf on low-end devices)

Case: SportXpert

React Native + shared business logic with Next.js frontend. 40% faster dev than separate native.