ConvertNative vs Venn Apps: Which App Builder to Choose?

Venn Apps: Who Are They?

Venn Apps is a UK-based company founded in 2016 by Joss Hancock and Josh Gare, headquartered in London. The platform specializes in building native mobile apps for Shopify merchants. Over 7 years, Venn Apps has launched 100+ apps and claims half a billion dollars in revenue generated for its clients.

Their positioning is firmly premium and enterprise: a white-glove service with a dedicated account manager, fully bespoke design for each brand, and particular expertise in fashion and cosmetics. On the Shopify App Store, Venn Apps holds a 5.0/5 rating across 33 reviews, reflecting a high level of client satisfaction.

Notable clients include AYBL (500,000+ app installs, +17% average order value vs web), Jaded London, Represent, Sidemen Clothing, Motel Rocks, and Pink Gellac. During Black Friday / Cyber Monday 2025, Venn-powered apps generated $56 million in revenue, with 381,492 orders and an average order value of $148.

ConvertNative: Our Approach

ConvertNative is a European SaaS platform founded by former e-commerce operators. Our solution enables retailers to have a native iOS and Android mobile app through a subscription, without needing an in-house mobile team.

Our differentiation rests on four pillars: multi-CMS support (Shopify, Magento, PrestaShop, WooCommerce), fully managed service (no DIY), European roots (GDPR-native, EU hosting, FR/EN support), and predictable flat-rate pricing. With 15+ apps launched and 100 million+ end users reached, our largest client is Notino (Europe's leading beauty retailer, 1.2 billion euros in revenue, 7 million downloads).

Head-to-Head Comparison

Here are the key differences between the two solutions:

• →Pricing: Venn Apps starts at $1,999/month (premium/enterprise). ConvertNative operates on a SaaS subscription model, also accessible to mid-market businesses. Both include managed service, but the entry points differ significantly.
• →Supported CMS: Venn Apps is exclusively Shopify. ConvertNative supports Shopify, Magento, PrestaShop, and WooCommerce. If you are not on Shopify, Venn Apps is simply not an option.
• →Service type: Both offer managed service with a dedicated account manager. Venn Apps positions itself as white-glove enterprise with fully bespoke design. ConvertNative combines SaaS with managed service, making the approach accessible to mid-market businesses as well.
• →Geography and language: Venn Apps is based in London, primarily targeting English-speaking markets (UK, US). ConvertNative is based in France, bilingual FR/EN, with strong European roots and native GDPR compliance.
• →Track record: Venn Apps claims 100+ apps, $56M in BFCM 2025 revenue, 7 years in business. ConvertNative claims 15+ apps, 100M+ users, and a flagship client (Notino) with 1.2B EUR in revenue.
• →Industries: Venn Apps has deep expertise in fashion and cosmetics (AYBL, Jaded London, Pink Gellac). ConvertNative is multi-vertical with clients in beauty, fashion, sports, and other sectors.

When to Choose Venn Apps

Venn Apps is a strong choice if you check these boxes: you are on Shopify (and only Shopify), your app budget exceeds $2,000/month, you primarily target the UK or US market, you are in fashion or cosmetics, and you want a fully bespoke premium design with white-glove support.

Their BFCM 2025 performance speaks for itself: $56 million in revenue, 381,492 orders, and $5 million generated solely through push notifications. For a high-volume fashion Shopify brand in the UK, Venn Apps has proven its ability to deliver.

When to Choose ConvertNative

ConvertNative is a better fit if: you are on Magento, PrestaShop, or WooCommerce (or multi-CMS), you want affordable and predictable pricing in euros, you are based in Europe and GDPR is a critical concern, you want managed service without an enterprise-level entry ticket, or you operate across multiple verticals beyond fashion.

Our ability to handle apps at very large scale is demonstrated by Notino: 7 million downloads, an app at the core of a 1.2 billion euro business. For a European mid-market to enterprise retailer who wants a native app without hiring a mobile team, ConvertNative is the most aligned choice.

What Both Solutions Have in Common

It is important to acknowledge the common ground: both Venn Apps and ConvertNative offer truly native apps (not web wrappers), managed service with a dedicated account manager, advanced push notifications, and a focus on mobile conversion. Both teams understand that a mobile app is a retention and LTV channel, not just a marketing gimmick.

The real question is therefore not "which one is better" in absolute terms, but "which one is better for my specific case" based on your CMS, geography, budget, and industry.