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
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