The debate between Native vs. Cross-Platform is old, but the parameters have changed. In 2026, React Native isn't just a "good enough" alternative; it's often the superior choice for business applications.
Code Sharing, Realized
We consistently achieve 85-90% code reuse across iOS and Android. This doesn't just cut development time in half; it slashes long-term maintenance costs. A bug fixed in the JavaScript layer is fixed everywhere instantly.
Native Modules & TurboModules
The "performance gap" argument is largely dead. With the New Architecture (Fabric renderer and TurboModules), React Native interacts synchronously with the native realm. We've built high-performance trading apps and video editing tools that are indistinguishable from Swift/Kotlin apps.
Developer Experience
Fast Refresh remains a superpower. The ability to see UI changes in milliseconds without recompiling keeps our developers in the flow state. Coupled with TypeScript, the ecosystem is robust, mature, and packed with high-quality libraries.
- Over-the-Air Updates: We use CodePush to ship hotfixes immediately, bypassing the slow App Store review process for critical bugs.
- Unified Team: We don't need siloed iOS and Android teams. One squad of React developers can own the entire product.