XenForo Mobile | Android/iOS App [Paid] Beta Testing

[Mbx]

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XenForo Mobile | Android/iOS App - The first fully functional XenForo app—access your forums on the app.

Introducing the first and only truly functional XenForo Mobile App—bringing all the essential features of the XenForo web platform to your mobile device, now with the ease and convenience of a native app. Enjoy a seamless experience, mobile-only features, and the ability to expand your forum’s reach via the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

We’re currently in advanced Beta testing for the Android version, with an initial release planned for a community I’ve built. This Beta is already...

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[ichpen]

Interested but need a demo, do you have a published app to try out?

 

[Mbx]

Interested but need a demo, do you have a published app to try out?

It will be public after the beta testing period (so I think in 1-2 weeks). As I explained, I did that primarily for my own community because I think the web market is no longer growing and everything is moving to apps.

Moreover, licenses will be customized because each app requires maintenance, since this is a fairly advanced app.

I can add you to beta testing, if you like

 

[Digital Doctor]

We’re currently in advanced Beta testing for the Android version

I might have to buy an android just to test this.

Spoiler: virtual android

Is there a virtual android phone I can use to test this ?

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[Mbx]

I might have to buy an android just to test this.

Is there a virtual android phone I can use to test this ?

For my own platform, the app will be publicly available in 1–2 weeks after beta testing wraps up—so it’ll soon be in use by a larger community.

No emulators or virtual Android phones required! If you’d like to join the beta, just let me know.

 

[Digital Doctor]

No emulators or virtual Android phones required!

I want to see how it looks / runs on a smartphone ... so isn't an Android device needed ?

 

[Mbx]

I want to see how it looks / runs on a smartphone ... so isn't an Android device needed ?

Android is needed for this version. There will be one for iOS too. So you are free to join the Beta at the Play Store or wait for the release and then test as you like

 

[Digital Doctor]

Mention your native app gets around this fatal flaw in the PWA

Thread 'PWA on iOS: Tapping on attachment in quote opens the image in a page that has no escape'

Jul 22, 2025

Normally an attachment opens in a light box which you can close via the X. When the attachment is in a quote, it's shown as a text link:

Test View attachment 325113

• In a desktop browser that opens in a new tab so it can be closed.
• On a mobile using a browser you have a back button
• But on the web app there is no obvious way to close the image or go back:

I could be I'm missing something but when it happened to me this morning the only way to get back to normal seemed to be to delete and reinstall the app on homescreen.

• Mr Lucky
• Replies: 21
• Forum: Bug reports

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where alot of attachments "break" the PWA requiring a user to manually close the PWA on iOS.

 

[Seeker-Smith]

How is this different from the Themehouse app for Xenforo?

 

[Matt C.]

You mention a monthly subscription but don't mention cost. It says $100 to purchase. What's the monthly cost after that?

 

[Mbx]

Mention your native app gets around this fatal flaw in the PWA

Thread 'PWA on iOS: Tapping on attachment in quote opens the image in a page that has no escape'

Jul 22, 2025

Normally an attachment opens in a light box which you can close via the X. When the attachment is in a quote, it's shown as a text link:

Test View attachment 325113

• In a desktop browser that opens in a new tab so it can be closed.
• On a mobile using a browser you have a back button
• But on the web app there is no obvious way to close the image or go back:

I could be I'm missing something but when it happened to me this morning the only way to get back to normal seemed to be to delete and reinstall the app on homescreen.

• Mr Lucky
• Replies: 21
• Forum: Bug reports

• 

where alot of attachments "break" the PWA requiring a user to manually close the PWA on iOS.

This is not a concern, not related to PWA at all.

 

[Mbx]

How is this different from the Themehouse app for Xenforo?

I am not aware of any Themehouse app. If there would be anything really working, it would be live, I think.

 

[Mbx]

You mention a monthly subscription but don't mention cost. It says $100 to purchase. What's the monthly cost after that?

The subscription is $100 per month, which covers all maintenance and ongoing support.

For your peace of mind, the app does not have direct access to user information. Authentication is handled securely via OAuth, so no special permissions are required—rights are managed through the web version (see OAuth settings).

 

[Seeker-Smith]

 

[Mbx]

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I am not sure if this is related to XenForo and looks like only iOS. I've not seen anything so far online. But you must ask then there.

 

[Itworx4me]

The subscription is $100 per month

You just eliminated 98% of the people who might have bought this at a reasonable price.

 

[Digital Doctor]

The subscription is $100 per month

This is the classic mistake.
Overprice and never get any traction.

You want a tier that is much cheaper than that and you want a few higher tiers that offer more features.

all maintenance and ongoing support.

what maintenance and support do you think people will need ?

 

[GCT2007]

First, I love when devs create dedicated apps, or attempt to. I think it's something missing from XF.

That said, $100/mo is, with the utmost respect, insane.

 

[Mbx]

You just eliminated 98% of the people who might have bought this at a reasonable price.

First, it’s important to understand that this isn’t just a simple script you can install and forget. Ongoing maintenance is essential, including custom/initial design updates, security key management, and implementing features based on your requirements. Even compiling the app takes around 30 minutes for each change—and that’s just one part of the process. Because of the complexity and the need for continuous development, you won’t find anything comparable readily available online; it takes months of dedicated work.

From a pricing perspective, launching your project on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store can be a huge advantage—for example especially for larger communities looking to grow or monetize through advertising and so on (In-App Sales and such too).

As mentioned, this app was originally developed for my own use, so everything is based on real-world needs and experience—not just theory.

 

[Enes3078]

Is your app supports custom add-ons? For example this app does not support any third party add-on. Can we use any add-on on your app?