Tech Stack Guide
Build a SaaS with
React Native + Expo
Build iOS and Android apps with one JavaScript codebase. Expo handles the native complexity so you can ship fast.
intermediate
$0–$30/month to start
MVP in 2–4 weeks with AI tools
The Stack
React Native
Cross-platform framework
Expo
Build tooling & native APIs
Supabase
Backend & auth
NativeWind
Tailwind for mobile
Best for building
Cross-platform mobile apps
MVP mobile apps
Apps with web counterparts
Solo devs shipping to both stores
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +One codebase for iOS + Android
- +Expo handles signing, builds, and OTA updates
- +Huge React ecosystem carries over
- +AI tools like Cursor understand React Native well
Cons
- −Performance gap vs fully native for heavy animations
- −Some native modules need custom dev builds
- −App store review process adds friction
Deploy to
Expo EAS Build
App Store
Google Play
Real products built with this stack
Dub.co mobile
Habit trackers
Fintech apps
BUILD
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