What is Flutter?

Flutter is a free and open-source cross-platform mobile application framework released by Google in 2017. Flutter uses Dart programming language and is based on the concept of building native applications for Android, iOS, web, and desktop. Flutter is built on top of the existing frameworks of the respective platforms.

Flutter enables cross-platform app development. It gives developers an easy way to build and deploy visually appealing, mobile, web, and desktop applications using the same codebase.

Why are companies moving towards Flutter?

Flutter enables cross-platform app development. It gives developers an easy way to build and deploy visually appealing, mobile, web, and desktop applications using the same codebase.

Moreover, Hot reloading’ (faster development) means that developers can make changes to the code on the go and it will take only milliseconds for the changes to display. Developing an app with Flutter is much faster than any other platform. Apps created with Flutter take less time to develop than those developed with Java or Objective C.

Flutter also boasts a user-friendly design due to its own set of custom widgets. This makes it easier for the user to customize and create their own widgets. Flutter supports rich user interfaces (UI) and animations. You can easily add widgets to your app and change their size, color, and position.

Lastly, Flutter is free to use. There is no need to buy licenses for different versions of the operating system.

Now let’s take a look at the top 10 emerging businesses that have used Flutter to build apps:

1. Beike App

The Beike app is a free application that helps users find their nearest dispensary. Users can search for dispensaries near them based on location, distance, and price range. Once they have located a dispensary, they can then view its opening hours, reviews it, and even make appointments online.

2. Byte Dance

The Byte Dance app is a mobile application that allows users to create their own music using the ByteDance platform. Users can use their cameras to take pictures of themselves dancing to various songs, then share them via social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram.

3. Push

Push Pro Fitness is a company that specializes in fitness equipment for both men and women. They built Push Athletic Trainer on Flutter, a fitness mobile app that tracks your workouts and gets feedback on how to improve them. PUSH is a pocket-sized testing lab that empowers coaches and trainers to accurately prescribe training loads, and drive high-quality movement intent in athletes. You can set goals, track progress, and get tips on how to improve your performance.

4. CrowdSource

Crowdsource is a mobile application that helps people crowdfund projects. You can create a project page where you describe what you want to make, how much money you need, and who you're making it for. People can then donate to your project via credit card, PayPal, or Apple Pay. Once you reach your goal, you get paid directly through the platform.

5. iRobot

The iRobot Roomba 980 is a robot vacuum cleaner designed by iRobot Corporation. It was released in October 2018. The Roomba 980 is equipped with a number of sensors including a laser range finder, infrared camera, ultrasonic sensor, and a microphone array.

The iRobot app is a great way to control your robot remotely. You can use it to program your robot to move around your garden, pick up items, and even play music! The app is compatible with both iOS and Android devices. It was originally built using Swift and so only worked on iOS devices. Using Flutter allowed them a cross-platform solution and deployed the app on Android using the same codebase.

6. Sonos

Sonos used Flutter in an app that allows users to control Sonos devices within their homes. The app has a visual design and utilizes Flutter’s widgets, animations, and transitions for a vibrant user experience. The app brings a beautiful, modern, reliable setup experience to millions of Sonos users.

7. Betterment App

Founded in 2011 by Matthew and Rob Carlson who previously co-founded NerdWallet, Betterment is a free financial investment app that makes investing simple and intuitive. Betterment lets you invest directly from your bank account and offers access to a suite of tools designed to help you make smart decisions about your money.

8. QuintoAndar

Since 2012, Brazilian real estate marketplace QuintoAndar has connected thousands of renters and landlords through its web, Android, and iOS platforms. The fifth-floor real estate app is a mobile application that helps users find homes for sale in their area. Users can search for homes based on price, a number of bedrooms, square footage, neighborhood, school district, and even amenities. The app also provides information about nearby schools, crime rates, and home values.

9. Nubank

Catering to 48+ million people around the globe, Nubank is one of the largest independent digital banks on the planet. Nubank is a mobile application created by the team at Nubank that helps users manage their finances in real-time.

Users can track their spending, set budgets, and even get alerts if they go over budget. Their website provides information about how to use the app, as well as financial advice that can help people improve their money management skills.

The app improves access to banking by reducing complexity in underserved markets. After carefully evaluating options for seamless development across platforms, they chose Flutter. Flutter outperformed all other platforms in terms of development experience, documentation, and stability.

10. PatchMe Eye Tracking

PatchMe uses eye-tracking technology to help users find their ideal strain. Users can choose between three different types of strains based on the length of time they spent looking at each strain. By analyzing how long people spend looking at certain strains, PatchMe can determine which strains are popular and which ones aren't.

11. Superlist

Superlist is a task and project management app that helps people collaborate in a hybrid-working environment. Superlist has multiple features including ‘Manage your Day’, ‘Working with Team’ and ‘Plan a Family Vacation’.

You can manage both personal and team-based tasks on the platform by setting meeting, presentation and even workout reminders! Superlist’s collaborative and easy to share features enable you to manage your workflow optimally. Its cross-platform ability enable you to connect and share projects with your partner even if the two of you use different operating devices.

12. LightBridge

LightBridge is a Mental Health Management and Awareness app built with Flutter, with a mission of supporting survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), their families, and caregivers. LightBridge is built on the principle that true caring is guiding others to recognize their untapped potential, growing in confidence, and capitalizing on their unique talents, skills, and knowledge to make contributions to the world, even while enduring unimaginable health challenges.