Key Differences
Here is a quick, high-level summary of the key differences: Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) Access: Accessed via URL and added to the home screen; no App Store needed. Cost & Build: Cheaper and faster to develop using a single codebase (web technologies). Updates: Instant and automatic on the server side. Performance: Browser-dependent; good for content, but limited offline use and hardware access (like camera or Bluetooth). Discoverability: Easily found via standard search engines (SEO). Native Mobile Apps Access: Downloaded and installed directly from App Stores (Apple/Google). Cost & Build: More expensive and time-consuming, requiring separate codebases for iOS and Android. Updates: Require manual user downloads and App Store approvals. Performance: Superior speed, robust offline capabilities, and full access to all device hardware. Discoverability: Found primarily through App Store searches (App Store Optimization - ...
