15 Brilliant App Ideas for Startups

Global trends in the digital space show mobile app-focused tendencies. The number of mobile users is growing daily, and it means that the number of app downloads and revenue from monetized products will continue to grow exponentially.

According to Statista, as of 2019, more than 2.7 million Android mobile apps were available for download on Google Play, resulting in 204 billion downloads worldwide. Meanwhile, 1.83 million iOS mobile apps were available on the Apple App Store, resulting in more than 140.7 billion downloads worldwide. 

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Source: Statista.com

We can expect over $993.5 billion in revenues from in-app purchases by 2023. 

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Source: Statista.com

Competition is high. To avoid the risk of failure, you must create a mobile application that offers your customers unique features. So if you want to make money, unusual solutions are becoming more popular than traditional investing methods. Simply put, win-win 2021 mobile app ideas for startups will be different from successful businesses in 2019.

How to find new app ideas in 2020?

It seems that all app business niches are occupied, and mobile users have all that they need in a few swipes. There are hundreds of apps like Taxi apps, Delivery apps, Dating apps, Trip Planner applications, Restaurant table reservation apps, Employment apps, City Guides, and many others. So how to find something new that users will be eager to pay for?

Think about your needs and what would be useful for you. Maybe other people will also appreciate the idea. But guessing is not enough. You need to follow these concepts to build a successful product:

1. Define and fill your customers' needs;
2. Develop an easy-to-use and user-friendly product;
3. Be the best in your industry;
4. Build your brand;
5. Follow innovative

Mobile app ideas for creating new software

Maybe you'll find an inspiring app idea to start your own business this year:

1. Dog walker application

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Find a dog walker nearby ready to pick up your pet for a walk in bad weather or when you are busy or sick.

2. Consult a doctor app

You can book a doctor's appointment at any time or set up a live chat meeting to consult with a doctor using the app. You'll see the doctor's profile and online/offline doctor's status for the user's convenience. In-app purchases integrated.

3. Car washing app

It's a new app idea that provides car washing reservations for keeping your car clean anywhere and anytime. It is easy to develop for iOS and Android to start making money during the early product stage.

4. Donation application

The app contains a list of children in your region that need help to solve health issues. You can checkout disease history, patient photos, and what the child needs. Donate any fee to a specific patient and follow updates of the patient's history.

5. CV/Resume and Cover Letter builder

This is a million-dollar app idea, especially in 2020. The job search market is changed due to the pandemic. Nowadays, HRs and Recruiters require a completed document package with a Cover Letter, CV, or Resume. Boost your chances to get hired and create all the documents in just a few steps. Store your files on the web and mobile applications, and share it with potential employers in one click.

6. Parking app

It's an innovative method to find an available parking space in a specific location. To make it work, GPS is used in real-time. After successful parking, you'll be allowed to pay with Apple pay (iOS) or with Google pay (Android).

7. Date agreement app

Such an app can be designed to help users accept an agreement for a date. A date acceptance button with a described policy and GPS feature will help create a match while avoiding further harassment accusations.

8. A gift delivering application

An application with a unique machine learning algorithm will choose the best gift and place an order to deliver the present on your behalf. Such a mobile app idea is perfect when you're far from each other but would love to share a gift with your relatives, friends, or anyone else.

9. Supermarket checkout app

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This application lets you scan the products on your mobile device while shopping to save time and avoid checkout lines. You can also make a payment automatically through Apple pay or Google pay.

10. On-demand beauty service app

These services are valuable for brides or special events when you need a stylist with a home service option. The app has the stylist's portfolio and integrated payment functionality.

11. Church application

Book a priest for the twelfth day, confession, or any other need. The application has a list of churches close to your location and priest's profiles with available dates and time.

12. Tax application

Highly helpful for all taxpayers! You can record all business supplies, expenses, income, and tax transactions in one app. Calculate your tax liability for a specific financial period and pay taxes automatically using a preset schedule.

13. Cleaning service

It helps you find and hire a person to clean any space, office, house, apartments, etc. It has obvious advantages in money and time-saving.

14. Public toilet finding app

This solution is useful not only for tourists but also for indigenous people. The app works for nearby areas only.

15. Вrand identifier app

Аllows users to identify and find out more about the brand by scanning the logo. The application will also provide some relevant recommendations and references for complementary goods.

Wrapping Up

Remember that a unique idea is the key to success. If you have a unique idea, an innovative product is in the bag. These good app ideas can become the key to a successful business and make life easier for millions of users.

David Pac

Update 09 August 2020