A little earlier, in order to create a website and a mobile application in particular, certain skills were needed in this area: programming languages, layout subtleties and other specific knowledge.
Today, to develop application design, it is enough to have taste, desire and a little patience, and special utilities - constructors - will do the rest for you. Moreover, the latter, as a rule, help to design not only the appearance of the program, but are also responsible for other components of the mobile product: functionality, monetization, etc.
There are quite a lot of similar applications for creating design on the Web, and if knowledgeable users have long found the best option for themselves, then beginners do not know where to stop. Our article will help you make a difficult choice, taking into account the rich experience of specialists in this field.
Let's take a look at the best and most popular mobile app design software you can find on the web. We will analyze their key features, as well as the main advantages over others. But first, let's conduct a brief educational program on the features of mobile developmentsoftware.
I should warn you right away that we will not consider any applications for interior design of a house or apartment. Here we will only talk about constructors aimed at creating mobile software.
Features of developing and creating applications
Almost all programs-services of this kind offer the creation of two types of application design - HTML5-layout and native. In the first case, we have a permanent connection of the product to an existing website. That is, the software will be an addition to any Internet resource and will only work with it in tandem.
A native app is an independent product, not limited to links to websites or any other "parents". Most users are interested in such solutions. The application does not need a browser or any specific conditions for normal operation and can be downloaded from well-known aggregators from Apple and Google - App Store and Google Play.
Issue price
If you look at the financial side, then creating a design for an HTML5 product using the designer will cost about 1000 rubles. And the same amount will need to be paid for monthly maintenance / support.
But you will have to pay almost 3,000 rubles a month for an independent native product. And this amount includes not only the design of the application, but also the registration of your offspring in Google Play and the App Store. Some developers immediately include such costs intariff plan so that users do not have a headache about this once again.
So designing apps and getting your creation out there is not cheap, it's expensive, especially if you're not going to monetize it. It is also worth noting that in most cases you will have to improve your knowledge of the English language. Because almost all software of this kind comes without Russian-language localization.
Next, we will analyze specific services.
GoodBarber
This product from French developers enjoys good popularity all over the world. For application design, everything you need is here. The platform impresses with beautiful templates and offers an extended list of features, from social media integration to geofencing.
The product proved to be excellent as a tool for designing android applications and programs for iOS. The service allows you to create projects from and to. All available design templates can be adjusted if necessary.
The design created in this service is difficult to distinguish from professional products made by specialists. The platform has good flexibility, a huge library of templates, and high-quality ones, and not for show, as well as a relatively low subscription cost. For a month of service, you will need to pay a little more than 2000 rubles.
Shoutem
Since 2011, developers have been working hard on their product and polishing it endlessly. Based on user reviews, thisa platform for creating and designing mobile applications has everything you need to launch serious commercial projects.
Shoutem offers many powerful options, including advanced monetization features such as Shopify integration and support for ad services, as well as a geolocalized directory of places. The last tool will come in handy for those who make applications for restaurants, museums and other objects tied to the map.
There are a lot of designer templates in the local library and you can spend more than one hour choosing the best one. All images can be edited and create your original design. In addition, the service has a minimum entry threshold. Any beginner will understand with an intuitively simple and understandable interface.
Distribution terms
The basic package will cost a little more than 1000 rubles. Here you can fully try yourself as an application designer and layout designer. But if you want to upload your projects to the Android and/or Apple stores, then you will have to take at least the advanced package. And it costs more than 3,000 rubles.
Swiftic
Service Swiftic is one of the biggest fish in the area. This platform was launched in 2010 by Israeli developers and has been successfully operating to this day, with more than a million released applications worldwide.
In addition to a large selection of design templates and the ability to edit them, the service provides users with an impressiveselection of elements to build the most complex projects. Tools such as loy alty card features, mobile commerce, integration of organizers and other user events are involved here.
The main area that service developers are counting on is restaurants, cinemas, music bands and other entertainment organizations tied to maps and dates. In addition, the vast majority of design templates on this topic.
Platform Features
Judging by user reviews, the platform editor is simple, and the interface is intuitive, and organized in terms of usability is extremely intelligent. The service has an impressive help system and a lot of training materials in both text and video format. Yes, and on the same YouTube there are a lot of lessons on creating application design using this particular platform.
The service takes care of all the hassle of publishing your project in the Google Play and App Store aggregators, so you don't have to study very finicky upload rules, get acquainted with user agreements and load your head with other information. With Swiftic, you will be doing only what you love - designing and honing your skills.
Distribution terms
With the latest updates, the developers have introduced a new pricing policy, which was accepted with a bang by ordinary users and beginners in this business. A monthly subscription to the service costs a little less than 4,000 rubles, or 3,000 if you take it for a year. But unlike other similarplatforms, this one offers an advanced customer experience policy.
The fact is that the service gives every newcomer a “Success Guarantee for six months”. That is, if there are no financial changes in the first six months, and the application does not want to pay off in any way, then six months of subsequent free use are provided. This approach allowed us to gain an impressive customer base and, judging by the words of the developers, it fully justifies itself.
