Introduction
The Mobile Development category on Upwork is experiencing rapid expansion, with clients seeking not only functional apps but also scalable, high-performing, and user-friendly mobile solutions that support business growth. For agencies in this space, success isn’t just about coding expertise in Swift, Kotlin, or Flutter, it’s about connecting with the right clients at the right moment, sending tailored proposals, and demonstrating the business impact of well-built mobile applications from the very first interaction.
This case study explores how 14 real Mobile Development agencies, including SIA Snotor, Alpina Tech, Marevo, ServReality, SolidAppMaker, TDCM.io, Aveo Software, Pecode, Bladeware, Owlab OÜ, NVCoding, MaxyLogic, Coralsoft, and TeepCore, leveraged GigRadar to significantly improve their performance in key Upwork metrics: Proposal View Rate (PVR), Lead Reply Rate (LRR), and overall proposal efficiency.
By analyzing actual usage patterns, we observed consistent and measurable gains in how these agencies were discovered, engaged, and ultimately hired by clients. GigRadar’s real-time job scanning, mobile-focused keyword targeting, and instant lead alerts empowered them to concentrate on the most relevant opportunities while eliminating wasted hours on manual job searches.
Metrics Analyzed:
- Proposal View Rate (PVR): % of proposals opened by clients
- Lead Reply Rate (LRR): % of proposals that received replies
- Proposals Sent: Applications per month
- Replies Received: Responses per month
- Performance Trend: Growth and consistency over time with GigRadar
This study reveals how Mobile Development agencies can treat GigRadar not just as a lead-sourcing tool, but as a strategic growth lever for increasing visibility, engagement, and profitability on Upwork.
Mobile Development on Upwork
Mobile Development is one of the most competitive and revenue-generating categories on Upwork. It spans a wide spectrum of projects, from fully native iOS and Android applications built in Swift or Java to modern cross-platform solutions developed with Flutter and React Native. Clients range from startups launching MVPs, to SMEs scaling mobile-first products, to enterprises modernizing their digital ecosystems with robust, scalable mobile apps.
In-demand tools and frameworks include Flutter, React Native, Swift, Kotlin, Java, Objective-C, Firebase, AWS Mobile, as well as emerging AR/VR technologies. Agencies that pair deep technical expertise with business-oriented delivery, such as improving scalability, enhancing user retention, or enabling cross-platform performance, are the ones that stand out in this market.
Hourly rates vary by specialization and region:
- Entry-level developers: $20–35/hr
- Mid-tier specialists: $40–60/hr
- Senior architects & leads: $70–120+/hr
The category consistently attracts a high volume of proposals, with competitive jobs often reaching 30–50 bids within the first few hours. Success depends on fast response times, niche specialization (e.g., Flutter fintech apps, React Native eCommerce platforms), and the ability to connect mobile solutions with tangible business outcomes.
Our data also shows that agencies using GigRadar in Mobile Development consistently win premium contracts, with project budgets ranging from $3,000 to $30,000+. This demonstrates that the vertical is not only active but also highly profitable, as businesses continue to invest in mobile-first strategies. Whether building consumer-facing applications, enterprise-grade platforms, or innovative AR/VR solutions, mobile development remains one of the strongest opportunities to capture high-value clients on Upwork. According to GigRadar insights, Mobile Development consistently ranks among the top 7 highest-earning verticals, with weekly revenues for active agencies averaging $15,000 to $40,000 depending on project scale and complexity.
Challenges Before GigRadar
The mobile development category is one of the most competitive on Upwork, with projects often attracting 30–50 bids within just a few hours of posting. In such a crowded space, generic proposals struggled to stand out, and many agencies found it difficult to capture the attention of the right clients.
Before GigRadar, these agencies faced several challenges:
- Very low PVR (<12%) – proposals were buried quickly under dozens of competing bids.
- Very low LRR (<5–6%) – even when proposals were opened, client replies were rare.
- Manual inefficiency – hours were lost searching for jobs instead of focusing on delivery.
- Slow response times – valuable opportunities slipped away because proposals weren’t sent fast enough.
GigRadar reversed these trends by identifying only the most relevant, high-intent mobile projects and enabling proposals to be sent within 10 minutes of a job posting, giving agencies the speed and precision needed to win more contracts.
Segmentation Criteria
We grouped agencies based on:
- PVR & LRR growth rate after onboarding
- Consistency in proposal sending
- Length of time using GigRadar
- Scanner optimization level
Segmentation & Agency Classification
We grouped the 14 agencies into three performance tiers:
🚀 Top Performers – Consistent High Engagement
Agencies like ServReality, SolidAppMaker LLC, and Owlab OÜ have been using GigRadar for 7–9 months. They turned single-digit PVRs into sustained 35–38% averages, while LRR climbed from ~6% to 16–18%. ServReality, for example, now generates 30+ replies per month, consistently securing long-term mobile development contracts.
📈 Mid-Tier Growers – Solid Progress
Agencies such as Alpina Tech, Marevo, TDCM.io, and Pecode fall into this group. After 4–6 months with GigRadar, their metrics improved steadily. Alpina Tech raised PVR from 12% → 32% and doubled LRR from 7% → 14%. Similarly, Marevo fine-tuned its scanners around Flutter and React Native projects, resulting in a noticeable surge in client conversations.
⚡ Newcomers & Early Movers – Rapid Initial Gains
Agencies like Bladeware, TeepCore, Coralsoft, and NVCoding joined GigRadar just 1–3 months ago, but early results already look promising. Bladeware increased PVR from 9% → 28% in only 2 months, while TeepCore boosted LRR from 4% → 12% within the first few weeks. These fast improvements highlight how even smaller teams can quickly gain traction when leveraging automation.
Results After GigRadar
We analyzed the performance of 14 mobile development agencies that adopted GigRadar and tracked how their visibility, response rates, and proposal efficiency evolved over time. The results clearly demonstrate how automation and targeted outreach strengthened their ability to win high-quality projects on Upwork.
Key Results:
- The average Proposal View Rate (PVR) across all 14 agencies increased by 115%, making proposals far more visible to clients seeking modern, scalable mobile solutions.
- The average Lead Reply Rate (LRR) improved by 140%, showing that GigRadar not only helped agencies get noticed but also turned those views into meaningful conversations.
- Replies per 100 proposals rose from 5 → 12, more than doubling efficiency without requiring agencies to increase application volume.
- Revenue Impact: Collectively, these agencies generated $4.8M+ in contracts after adopting GigRadar.
Among the top performers, including ServReality, SolidAppMaker, and Owlab OÜ, reply rates nearly tripled within months, with close to one in five proposals leading to client conversations.
These outcomes confirm GigRadar’s role for mobile specialists: it doesn’t just automate job discovery, it refines targeting, ensures faster outreach, and connects agencies with the most relevant, high-intent opportunities. In one of the most competitive categories on Upwork, speed and precision became the edge that allowed mobile teams to secure premium contracts and scale faster.
Tools & Tactics Behind the Numbers
To achieve these results, mobile development agencies didn’t just rely on automation alone. They combined GigRadar’s capabilities with clear strategies that maximized efficiency and client engagement. The table below outlines the core tactics they applied and the direct impact on their performance.
Trends to Watch in 2025 in Mobile Development on Upwork
As the mobile development market on Upwork evolves, client expectations are shifting toward more advanced and specialized solutions. The table below highlights the key trends shaping demand in 2025 and what they mean for agencies aiming to stay competitive.
GigRadar as a Growth Lever
From established leaders like ServReality to fast-growing teams like TeepCore, GigRadar has proven to be a growth engine for mobile development agencies.
Agencies that focused on targeted automation, speed, and precision achieved higher proposal visibility, better reply rates, and premium project wins.
📈 In a category where speed defines success, GigRadar gave these agencies the competitive edge to scale revenue, build long-term client relationships, and dominate mobile development on Upwork.
🚀 Ready to achieve the same? Join the growing network of mobile agencies using GigRadar to win premium projects and grow faster.
