endorsedOngoing

IRL iOS Dating App Development

Services Covered:

Custom Software Development • Mobile Application Development

Industry

Information Technology

Duration

14 months

Budget

Confidential

Start Date

1 June 2025

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Offshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

86/100

Strong

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Client

IRL

West Chester, United States of America

Project Summary

Lumitech developed IRL, a location-based iOS dating app, delivering end-to-end iOS development, backend integration, and app store submission preparation. The team implemented core features and integrated key services (authentication, database, payments, venue data), and established a collaborative workflow with daily updates. The engagement is ongoing with the vendor providing continued support and iterations toward launch.

Key Challenges

Deliver a polished, reliable app within a reasonable timeframe.
Handle the full scope including front-end, back-end, and integrations (payments, Google Places, notifications).
Prepare the product for Apple App Store submission and compliance with guidelines.
Achieve enterprise-level quality at a startup-friendly cost.
Establish a long-term relationship for ongoing support, new features, and scaling.

Project Deliverables

Mobile App Development – Built the iOS application with core functionality.
Back-End & Integrations – Set up supporting infrastructure and necessary third-party integrations.
App Store Readiness – Ensured compliance with Apple guidelines and prepared the app for submission.
Ongoing Collaboration – Maintained regular communication, iteration, and support throughout the development process.

Project Solution

Lumitech provided end-to-end iOS development for IRL, implementing the mobile application, building backend infrastructure, and integrating third-party services (authentication, payments, venue/Google Places, notifications). The team prepared the app for Apple App Store submission and maintained ongoing collaboration and support, with regular iterations and project management.

Project Outcome

Functional iOS App – Delivered a working iOS application with the core features of IRL implemented.
App Store Submission Prepared – The app was built to meet Apple’s requirements and progressed toward App Store readiness.
Back-End & Integrations Completed – Key services (authentication, database, payments, venue data) were integrated and functioning.
Milestones Achieved on Time – Major development milestones were completed within the expected timeframe.
Collaborative Workflow – Established a consistent communication and feedback loop enabling iterative improvements.

Platforms

Mobile

Tech Stack

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

4.75

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“Lumitech has delivered a functional iOS app with core features and integrated key services. The team has demonstrated strong project management, has been highly responsive to the client's needs, and has provided daily updates. Their professionalism and communication stand out.”
Anonymous
Executive
Date: 09/26/2025