Both ecosystems matured. The decision in 2026 is less about “which is faster” and more about your integration map and hiring pool.
TL;DR
Choose Flutter when you want one UI stack and can accept Dart in the org; choose React Native when you already ship React on the web and need native module depth in niche hardware.
What still hurts on React Native?
Native module upgrades during OS releases, Hermes tuning for memory, and bridging to legacy SDKs. Budget platform owners per release, not just feature developers.
What still hurts on Flutter?
Rare platform views, heavy WebView usage, and teams unfamiliar with Dart. The framework is productive - onboarding is the hidden cost.
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