What is the difference between a PWA and a regular website?+
A PWA can be installed as an app on your phone, work offline, send push notifications and run in its own window without browser elements. It behaves like an app but is built on web technology.
Does a PWA work on iPhone?+
Yes. iOS supports PWAs, including add-to-home-screen and, since 2023, Web Push notifications.
When should I choose a PWA over a native app?+
A PWA is the right choice when you want to distribute internally without App Store friction, update frequently, reach users on all platforms with a single codebase, or have a limited budget. Choose native when you need advanced hardware integration (BankID app, NFC, camera effects), App Store visibility, or deep OS integration.
Can PWAs support BankID and secure authentication?+
Yes. PWAs run in a browser context and can use BankID via redirect flow, ID-porten and other OIDC/OAuth2-based solutions in exactly the same way as regular websites. For BankID app integration (strong push notification), a native app is required.
How much do we save with a PWA compared to native?+
Development costs are often lower because we build one codebase instead of two (iOS and Android). Maintenance costs are also lower: one update rolls out immediately to all users. You may also avoid App Store and Play Store fees if publishing there is not necessary.