Web, Android or iOS First?
The Startup Decision Map

Choosing your first platform based on audience, industry, and development constraints

72%
Startups Change Platforms
3.1x
Cost Difference
68%
Prefer Web-First
01

Web-First Approach

Best when: You need broadest accessibility, fastest iteration, and lowest initial cost.

Advantages

  • ✓ 1 codebase for all devices
  • ✓ Instant updates
  • ✓ 3x faster MVP launch

Limitations

  • ✗ Limited native features
  • ✗ Lower perceived quality
  • ✗ Harder monetization
Ideal For:

SaaS products, content platforms, marketplaces, and tools needing quick validation

Web First Approach
3x Faster
Than native apps
02

Mobile-First Strategy

Best when: You need native device features, offline access, or target mobile-dominant users.

User Spending 2.4x Higher
Ideal For:

Social apps, mobile games, fitness trackers, and AR experiences

Mobile First Approach
2.4x
Higher spending

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