PWAs as Alternatives

Comments focus on recommending or debating Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) as solutions or alternatives to native apps for cross-platform development, desktop support, and specific features.

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wazzaps Jun 29, 2023 View on HN

Have you tried to use them as PWAs?

butz Nov 21, 2022 View on HN

Why not continue this with PWA apps for current devices?

mejutoco Apr 25, 2023 View on HN

A PWA could work in some cases, depending on the capabilities needed.

cranberryturkey Sep 25, 2025 View on HN

Does it support PWAs as a first-class citizen?

kgin Jan 30, 2021 View on HN

This seems like a perfect use case for a PWA

adhamsalama Apr 10, 2024 View on HN

Do PWAs on desktop next please.

quickthrower2 Feb 10, 2019 View on HN

Sounds like a PWA is the way to go as well.

butz Jan 23, 2018 View on HN

Hoping for PWA support on desktop in upcoming versions.

claytongulick Sep 8, 2020 View on HN

Sounds like it's time for a PWA?

theshrike79 Jan 22, 2026 View on HN

Are you using features that can't be replicated with a PWA?