Mobile App Development for Melbourne Companies
Mobile App Development for Melbourne Companies
Mobile App Development for Melbourne Companies
Custom mobile app design and development for iOS, Android, and cross-platform, with the backend and integrations your app needs.
Custom mobile app design and development for iOS, Android, and cross-platform, with the backend and integrations your app needs.
Custom mobile app design and development for iOS, Android, and cross-platform, with the backend and integrations your app needs.
Tell us about your mobile app
Tell us about your mobile app
16+ yrs
Building software and apps
253
Companies we've worked with
1M+
Hours of engineering and development delivered
4.9/5
Average client rating on Google and Clutch
16+ yrs
Building software and apps
253
Companies we've worked with
1M+
Hours of engineering and development delivered
4.9/5
Average client rating on Google and Clutch
16+ yrs
Building software and apps
253
Companies we've worked with
1M+
Hours of engineering and development delivered
4.9/5
Average client rating on Google and Clutch
CLIENTS
253 companies have trusted us with mobile app development
253 companies have trusted us with mobile app development
What we offer
What we offer
Mobile app development services
Mobile app development services
Mobile app development services
Android app development
Android app development
Android apps that work well across the wide range of phones and tablets your customers use, published on Google Play.
Android apps that work well across the wide range of phones and tablets your customers use, published on Google Play.
iOS app development
iOS app development
iPhone and iPad apps built to Apple's standards and taken through App Store review for you.
iPhone and iPad apps built to Apple's standards and taken through App Store review for you.
Cross-platform apps
Cross-platform apps
One app that runs on both iPhone and Android from a single codebase. I'll tell you whether that suits your app or whether two native apps are the better call.
One app that runs on both iPhone and Android from a single codebase. I'll tell you whether that suits your app or whether two native apps are the better call.
App design and prototyping
App design and prototyping
We design how your app looks and works, and give you a clickable prototype to test with real users before any code is written.
We design how your app looks and works, and give you a clickable prototype to test with real users before any code is written.
Backend and admin panels
Backend and admin panels
The servers, databases and admin screens your app needs behind the scenes, connected to your CRM or payment provider.
The servers, databases and admin screens your app needs behind the scenes, connected to your CRM or payment provider.
New app launches
New app launches
For founders and businesses launching their first app. We help you decide what version one needs, then get it live in both app stores.
For founders and businesses launching their first app. We help you decide what version one needs, then get it live in both app stores.
Moving off no-code platforms
Moving off no-code platforms
For apps built on tools like FlutterFlow or Glide that have outgrown them. We rebuild the app properly, so you're no longer limited by what the platform allows.
For apps built on tools like FlutterFlow or Glide that have outgrown them. We rebuild the app properly, so you're no longer limited by what the platform allows.
App rescue and takeover
App rescue and takeover
For apps that crash often or were left unfinished by another developer. We work out what's worth keeping and get the app working properly.
For apps that crash often or were left unfinished by another developer. We work out what's worth keeping and get the app working properly.
Why Halcrow
Why Halcrow
Why our clients trust us to build their apps
Why our clients trust us to build their apps
Plenty of developers can build an app. Apps usually go wrong in the planning and in the decisions made along the way, so that's where we've focused how we work.
Plenty of developers can build an app. Apps usually go wrong in the planning and in the decisions made along the way, so that's where we've focused how we work.
Plenty of developers can build an app. Apps usually go wrong in the planning and in the decisions made along the way, so that's where we've focused how we work.
Direct access to me and my developers
I'm Sam Halcrow. I step in as fractional CTO on every project. You'll deal directly with me and with the developers working on your app.
We agree on what the app needs to achieve
Before my developers start, we agree on what your app needs to do for your business, like cutting support calls or bringing in new customers. We measure the build against that goal.
A CTO's judgment on every project
I've spent 16 years making tech calls. I'll tell you which features your first version really needs and which risks are worth worrying about.
The right build for your app
Native iOS and Android, or one cross-platform app? I recommend what suits your app and your budget. Sometimes that's simpler than you expected, and if it is, I'll tell you.
Direct access to me and my developers
I'm Sam Halcrow. I step in as fractional CTO on every project. You'll deal directly with me and with the developers working on your app.
We agree on what the app needs to achieve
Before my developers start, we agree on what your app needs to do for your business, like cutting support calls or bringing in new customers. We measure the build against that goal.
A CTO's judgment on every project
I've spent 16 years making tech calls. I'll tell you which features your first version really needs and which risks are worth worrying about.
The right build for your app
Native iOS and Android, or one cross-platform app? I recommend what suits your app and your budget. Sometimes that's simpler than you expected, and if it is, I'll tell you.
Direct access to me and my developers
I'm Sam Halcrow. I step in as fractional CTO on every project. You'll deal directly with me and with the developers working on your app.
We agree on what the app needs to achieve
Before my developers start, we agree on what your app needs to do for your business, like cutting support calls or bringing in new customers. We measure the build against that goal.
A CTO's judgment on every project
I've spent 16 years making tech calls. I'll tell you which features your first version really needs and which risks are worth worrying about.
The right build for your app
Native iOS and Android, or one cross-platform app? I recommend what suits your app and your budget. Sometimes that's simpler than you expected, and if it is, I'll tell you.
Case studies & RESULTS
Here’s a snapshot of some big wins our mobile app development team achieved
Here’s a snapshot of some big wins our mobile app development team achieved
Elgas
Elgas cut inbound service calls by 37% after we built a self-service app for its 350,000+ customers to order refills
Elgas cut inbound service calls by 37% after we built a self-service app for its 350,000+ customers to order refills
Elgas cut inbound service calls by 37% after we built a self-service app for its 350,000+ customers to order refills
Bovara
Bovara launched its EV charging network in 5 months instead of the typical 12–18, with our app and platform running 30 stations
Bovara launched its EV charging network in 5 months instead of the typical 12–18, with our app and platform running 30 stations
Bovara launched its EV charging network in 5 months instead of the typical 12–18, with our app and platform running 30 stations
The Banktech Group
The cashless wallet app we built for Banktech was adopted by 47% of venue patrons within 6 months, beating a 40% target
The cashless wallet app we built for Banktech was adopted by 47% of venue patrons within 6 months, beating a 40% target
The cashless wallet app we built for Banktech was adopted by 47% of venue patrons within 6 months, beating a 40% target
TESTIMONIALS
Hear from the companies we've delivered apps and software to
Hear from the companies we've delivered apps and software to
Angela Bevitt-Parr
National Marketing Manager
AWS Australia
Angela Bevitt-Parr
National Marketing Manager
AWS Australia
Angela Bevitt-Parr
National Marketing Manager
AWS Australia
Tim Buric
Chief Technology Officer
Agilyx & MUNIvers
Tim Buric
Chief Technology Officer
Agilyx & MUNIvers
Tim Buric
Chief Technology Officer
Agilyx & MUNIvers
Kelvin Kenney
Chief Executive Officer
Bow Wow Meow
Kelvin Kenney
Chief Executive Officer
Bow Wow Meow
Kelvin Kenney
Chief Executive Officer
Bow Wow Meow
“Sam and his team operate as a trusted partner at every stage of delivery. They’re pivotal in bringing engineering maturity to coordinate and execute large, complex projects.”
"Sam and his team operate as a trusted partner at every stage of delivery. They're pivotal in bringing engineering maturity to coordinate and execute large, complex projects."
Arun Prasad, Founder AIWhispr
“Sam took the time to understand our business and knew all the tech we needed. It was a pleasure to work with him and his team as they acted as an extension of our team.”
“Sam took the time to understand our business and knew all the tech we needed. It was a pleasure to work with him and his team as they acted as an extension of our team.”
Luke Schwigtenberg, Head of R&D Banktech
“From the concept design meeting, Sam exceeded our expectations. He understood what our needs were, and his engineers worked quickly from brief to going live.”
"From the concept design meeting, Sam exceeded our expectations. He understood what our needs were, and his engineers worked quickly from brief to going live."
Rouad El-Ayoubi, CEO Alliance Project Group
”Sam and his team’s expertise, Ways of Working framework, and mastery of their craft truly set them apart. This is the beauty of partnering with them. We extend our technical capabilities seamlessly without the overhead of hiring in-house.”
”Sam and his team's expertise, Ways of Working framework, and mastery of their craft truly set them apart. This is the beauty of partnering with them. We extend our technical capabilities seamlessly without the overhead of hiring in-house.”
Angela Bevitt-Parr, CMO AWS Australia
“With a deep understanding of our business needs, Sam leads an efficient process in delivering quality outputs.”
Kelvin Kenney, CEO Bow Wow Meow
“Working with Sam has been a turning point for our business. In addition to bringing structure to the development work, we also benefitted from his insight into emerging trends and technologies, as well as efficient and effective solutions.”
"Working with Sam has been a turning point for our business. In addition to bringing structure to the development work, we also benefitted from his insight into emerging trends and technologies, as well as efficient and effective solutions."
Adrian Black, Founder Ticked Off
“In a short period of time, Sam demonstrated an exceptional ability to align the right technical expertise with our specific needs.”
“In a short period of time, Sam demonstrated an exceptional ability to align the right technical expertise with our specific needs.”
Tim Buric, CTO Agilyx
“Sam guided us through the design and development process in a way we wouldn’t be able to do on our own. We’re very happy to partner with him.”
“Sam guided us through the design and development process in a way we wouldn't be able to do on our own. We’re very happy to partner with him.”
Thomas Roper, Engineer Lendlease
“I’ve worked with Sam and his team for over 4 years over multiple projects. Phenomenal.”
"I've worked with Sam and his team for over 4 years over multiple projects. Phenomenal.”
Andrew Raso, Group-CEO Online Marketing Gurus
“Sam and his team are great. They built really cool tools for us, and we look forward to doing more together as partners.”
"Sam and his team are great. They built really cool tools for us, and we look forward to doing more together as partners.”
Matthew Freebury, Director FMCG Analytics
“We spotted a market gap, and Sam helped us seize it quickly. His team built a product that gave us real advantage.”
“We spotted a market gap, and Sam helped us seize it quickly. His team built a product that gave us real advantage.”
Michael Soukie, Founder Scafflinq
“Sam introduced remarkable insights, and his passion for world-class quality delivered wonderful results for the business.”
"Sam introduced remarkable insights, and his passion for world-class quality delivered wonderful results for the business.”
George Betsis, Founder Stickytape
“Sam has a keen understanding of our company and our clients’ needs. His technical knowledge enables him to deploy solutions that continue to further our growth.”
“Sam has a keen understanding of our company and our clients’ needs. His technical knowledge enables him to deploy solutions that continue to further our growth.”
Michael Kalucy, Managing Director Workhouse
“Sam is everything we want in a fractional CTO. He understands our needs, works as if he owns the product, and comes up with innovative solutions quickly.”
“Sam is everything we want in a fractional CTO. He understands our needs, works as if he owns the product, and comes up with innovative solutions quickly.”
Malaz Majanni, CEO OnePath Network
“Sam’s competency, attention to detail, and technical skills were impressive. What he built with us has been adding value to our business for over 5 years.”
“Sam's competency, attention to detail, and technical skills were impressive. What he built with us has been adding value to our business for over 5 years.”
Anastasia Lobanova, SAP Analyst Agrana Fruit
“Sam took a concept and together with his team, turned it into a product we’re genuinely proud of. Their passion makes them a joy to work with.”
“Sam took a concept and together with his team, turned it into a product we’re genuinely proud of. Their passion makes them a joy to work with.”
Trent Carney, Founder MyCanary
WHAT WE DO, IN PLAIN TERMS
Mobile App Development Melbourne
I'm Sam Halcrow. My team of 26 engineers designs and builds mobile apps for Melbourne businesses, and since 2010 we've delivered over one million hours of development work to 253 companies across Australia.
Custom Mobile App Development Services in Melbourne
iOS and Android App Development
Mobile App Design and Development
Timelines and Tech Stack
Existing and Stalled Builds
Why Melbourne Companies Choose Our Mobile App Developers
HOW TO START working with us
HOW TO START working with us
Our mobile app development process
Our mobile app development process
Three steps to work with us. The first one costs you nothing but gives you what you need at this moment.
Three steps to work with us. The first one costs you nothing but gives you what you need at this moment.
STEP 1
Tell us about your app
Describe your app idea or the app you need fixed. We'll ask who it's for and what the first version needs to do.
Describe your app idea or the app you need fixed. We'll ask who it's for and what the first version needs to do.
STEP 2
We send you a scope
You get a written plan for your app with phases and honest estimates, plus the risks we can see. You keep it whether or not we work together.
You get a written plan for your app with phases and honest estimates, plus the risks we can see. You keep it whether or not we work together.
STEP 3
We build and launch your app
Our developers build your app, test it with real users, then get it live on the App Store and Google Play.
Our developers build your app, test it with real users, then get it live on the App Store and Google Play.
FAQ
What we're asked on most mobile app development scoping calls
How do you price?
Who owns the code and IP?
Can you take over an existing build or vendor situation?
How quickly can you start?
Where are you based?
FAQ
What we're asked on most mobile app development scoping calls
How do you price?
Who owns the code and IP?
Can you take over an existing build or vendor situation?
How quickly can you start?
Where are you based?
FAQ