The use of smartphones to browse the web is increasingly widespread: in 2017, 56% of site visits in France were made from a mobile.
If creating a responsive, mobile-friendly site is a requirement, it is increasingly desirable to move to the next level: the mobile app.
Why turn a WordPress site into a mobile app?
Mobile apps are becoming increasingly popular, and websites are no longer the only solution. In fact, many people prefer using mobile apps because they are simple and easy to use.
Mobile apps can help you transform your business positively by allowing you to reach customers on the go, increase traffic and sales, and even improve customer service.
The benefits of having your own mobile app include:
A unique brand identity
Owning your own app gives you the opportunity to create a unique brand identity that speaks directly to your audience. For example, if your business specializes in fitness, your app can also be fitness-focused. You can also choose how much information you want to include in your app.
Increased visibility
Your mobile app will appear in Google Play or the Apple App Store search results when people search for similar apps. This makes it easier for them to find you and to download your app onto their phone or tablet.
Increased traffic
Once someone has downloaded your app, they can access it whenever they need it, whether during work hours or at home in their free time, which means more potential customers!
WordPress is one of the most popular CMS platforms in the world. It powers over 30% of all websites and is an excellent choice for anyone looking to create a website or blog. But when it comes to mobile apps, WordPress can be a bit tricky, especially if you don't know what you're doing.
Building a mobile app from scratch involves a lot of work and requires some coding knowledge. Fortunately, there are many tools that let you turn any WordPress site into an attractive mobile app with no coding knowledge at all!
WPApp.Ninja
WPApp.Ninja is a Made in France solution to create a mobile app from a WordPress site (whether for iOS, Android, or a Progressive Web App).
The plugin lets you easily customize and configure your app while preserving the overall appearance of your WordPress site.
The prices (no subscription) are also attractive. You can even test your app for free before buying.
Price: expect €49 for an Android app and €79 for an iOS app (€119 for both)
AppPresser
AppPresser allows you to create iOS or Android apps from WordPress sites quickly and easily.
The tool includes a dashboard that lets you modify your app(s) from a single place, thanks to a convenient visual editor.
AppPresser, however, requires solid technical knowledge to be used effectively.
Price: subscription starting at $19 per month
MobiLoud
With MobiLoudWith it, you can convert a WP site into a native app for iOS or Android with complete ease—no technical knowledge required.
This solution covers a wide range of features, even those specific to WordPress (user accounts, comments, posts…), and is especially suited to news sites and blogs.
Price: subscription at $199 per month or lifetime license from $2499
Wiziapp
WiziApp is one of the pioneers in creating native apps from WordPress sites.
With 7 pre-designed themes and advanced customization options for your app, this solution places no limits on the number of users, page views, or on push notifications.
Price: subscription starting at $199 per year
WordApp
WordApp promises to generate an app from your WP site in just a few minutes.
Ease of use is indeed a strong point, with no fewer than 30 themes and many features that are simple to configure. The app can be created for free, but you must pay a monthly subscription (the advertised price is very attractive) to publish it on the app stores and send notifications.
However, the plugin has not been updated for several months and therefore appears to lack developer support.
Price: from $0.99 per month
AndroApp
AndroApp provides a comprehensive set of tools to help you create beautiful mobile apps from your existing WordPress website. Your users will be able to view your content on their mobile device without having to download anything.
Price: $66 per year.
Develop a turnkey app
While these solutions make creating a mobile app from a WordPress site more accessible, they nevertheless have some drawbacks…
With this type of tool, the possibilities in terms of design and functionality are limited: apps created this way will not necessarily reflect the features of the original site and will lack flexibility.
That is why it may be preferable to have an original mobile app developed by a professional.
Not sure what budget to plan for? We designed a tool to help you estimate the cost of a mobile app based on your needs in just a few questions:
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Our tip for turning a WordPress site into a mobile app
Creating a mobile app is a complicated process. Many steps must be completed before you can get what you want. Whether it's a simple game or an enterprise app, there are many things to consider and sort out before obtaining the final product.
However, if you want to save time and money, there is a solution:
You just need to submit your project on Codeur.com, we'll do the rest for you! We've already found the best freelancers for this task, so all you have to do is choose one and start working with them!
