Bring Your Digital Vision to Life with Custom AR Development
By overlaying digital information onto the real world, augmented reality changes how you solve everyday user problems. Whether that means letting customers try products before they buy, helping people find their way around complex environments or interacting with your brand in real time, we build solutions that deliver a measurable return.
We can build a new AR app from scratch or add AR features to an app you already have. Either way, you don’t need to be an expert in 3D or spatial technology. Our AR developers take care of the technical side, from 3D models to App Store launch and keep you involved in the decisions that matter.
Our focus is on building reliable, user-centric AR experiences that provide genuine commercial value, not just novelty. To discuss your idea and explore how AR app development could benefit your business, get in touch with our team.
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Our Augmented Reality Development Services
Native AR Development
We build high-performance AR experiences using Apple's ARKit and Google's ARCore, giving you accurate environment tracking, motion capture and realistic rendering on iPhone, iPad and Android devices.
AR Feature Integration
Add bespoke AR features to your existing mobile app, such as virtual try-ons or 3D product previews, without disrupting your current user experience.
AR Headset & Spatial Computing Apps
We build spatial apps for headsets such as Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest, from immersive training and product demos to hands-free tools for field teams. If you already have a phone-based AR app, we can help you bring it to headsets too.
Location Based AR Solutions
We build interactive apps that use GPS and real-world mapping to place digital information at specific physical locations, ideal for outdoor navigation, guided tours or field tools for utility teams.
Marker-Based & Image Recognition
Create engaging experiences triggered by real-world objects, QR codes or printed materials, bringing static marketing assets, training manuals or packaging to life with interactive 3D content.
3D Asset Creation & Optimisation
We design and optimise detailed 3D models and animations built for mobile performance, so your AR elements look realistic without slowing the app down or draining the battery.
Cross-Platform & WebAR Development
We use cross-platform frameworks to build AR experiences that work across both iOS and Android, or directly in mobile web browsers with no download needed, so you reach as many people as possible.
Spatial UI/UX Design
We design intuitive interfaces for 3D and spatial experiences, so users always know what they can tap, move or explore and moving between the physical and digital feels natural.
Enterprise Backend Integration
A useful AR experience usually needs a solid backend. We connect your AR app to your existing databases, CRMs and live inventory systems, so what users see reflects real-time business data.
AI Powered AR Solutions
By combining artificial intelligence with AR, we build smarter spatial experiences. From object recognition to real-time mapping, these apps respond to the user's physical environment. We've already built an AR currency recognition demo that recognises money through the phone's camera.
Trusted By
Development of a trade engagement portal
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Multilingual app visualises government financial data
iPad app to manage launch events
Streamlining processes with an app
Digitising processes to enhance the customer experience
Internal product management platform
eCPD Transforming NHS Training with Digital Innovation
Connecting plumbers with customers in real-time
Breaking language barriers
Industry Specific AR Solutions
Here are some of the ways our AR app development services can deliver value across different sectors.
Education
AR can bring lessons to life by projecting detailed, interactive 3D models, like human anatomy or historical artefacts, onto a student’s desk. Students can explore and tap these models for real-time information, turning passive reading into a hands-on experience.
Retail
We can build a “try before you buy” app or add the feature to your existing e-commerce platform. Customers can place true-to-scale digital models of clothing, jewellery or furniture on themselves or in their living space before buying, which helps them buy with confidence and can reduce returns.
Food and Drink
An AR menu replaces static photos with photorealistic, true-to-size 3D models of your dishes. Diners point their phones at the table to see exactly how their meal will look and how big the portions are before ordering. It’s a natural way to upsell and it manages customer expectations.
Sports
A stadium companion app could let fans point their phones at the pitch to see real-time player statistics and ball tracking, overlaid on the live action in front of them.
Construction
AR apps can project full-scale 3D CAD models and architectural plans onto an empty plot, so architects, investors and buyers can “walk through” developments before they’re built or overlay plans to show hidden utilities behind existing walls.
Art and Culture
Location-based tour apps can guide users through city streets or galleries, unlocking digital stories and interactive installations at real-world locations. We’ve been building location-based AR experiences like this since 2013, when we created Shadow Memory for GRAD in London.
Apps We've Developed
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Our AR App Development Process
We follow a clear, step-by-step process so your project is delivered on time, within budget and built to solve your commercial challenges.
Discovery & Strategy
Every successful product starts with a clear roadmap. We work with your team to understand your business goals, identify your target audience and define the AR use case that will give you the best return. For more information, visit our app consultancy page.
3D Asset Creation & Prototyping
Immersive experiences need high-quality, realistic visuals. Our design team creates and optimises your 3D assets so they look great without hurting mobile performance. We then build quick AR prototypes to test the spatial UI/UX early, making sure the blend of physical and digital feels intuitive before full development starts.
Development & Integration
Once the prototypes are approved, our AR developers bring the experience to life. Whether we are building a new standalone app, a lightweight WebAR experience or adding AR features to your existing app, we use industry-leading frameworks like Apple's ARKit, Google's ARCore and Unity for accurate environment tracking. We also connect the AR experience to your existing databases and product inventories where needed.
Testing & Optimisation
AR can be demanding on devices, so thorough testing is critical. We test across a wide range of iOS and Android devices, focusing on smooth frame rates and stability, so the app runs without lag or excessive battery drain.
Launch & Support
We manage the App Store and Google Play submission process, including the technical requirements AR apps need to meet. After launch, we can move your app onto one of our maintenance plans, keeping it secure, fully functional and up to date as iOS and Android evolve.
We Develop AR Apps for All Sectors
With over 20 years of experience, our multi-award-winning team builds bespoke AR apps for a wide range of industries. We work with startups, SMEs and established businesses to solve sector-specific challenges.
Our capabilities extend far beyond writing code. Through our app consultancy services, we help you plan a clear roadmap before development begins. Whether we are building a standalone AR experience or adding AR to a broader app development project, we make sure the final product fits your commercial goals.
We can also add custom AI to your AR project, such as real-time object recognition, spatial mapping and automated data processing, to make the app more responsive and useful.
Your investment also needs looking after. Once your product is live, we provide secure app hosting and maintenance, with 99.99% uptime and dedicated technical support, so your app stays secure, up to date and ready to grow with your business.
Future Proof Your Business
AR has moved beyond simply holding up a smartphone. Headsets like Apple Vision Pro and new smart glasses are starting to bring spatial computing into the workplace, even if mainstream use is still a few years away.
The good news is that what you build with phone-based AR today isn’t wasted. We build with that in mind:
- Ready for new devices: We structure your 3D assets and code so they can be adapted for headsets and smart glasses as those platforms mature, rather than starting again from scratch.
- AI-powered AR: AI is making AR smarter, from better object recognition to more accurate tracking of the real world. We build these capabilities in where they genuinely improve the experience.
Starting with a focused, phone-based AR project now means you’ll learn what works for your customers and be well placed when wearables catch up. Read more about how spatial computing is changing enterprise operations.
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about our augmented reality development services.
How much does it cost to develop an augmented reality app?
AR projects range from simple marketing activations to complex enterprise platforms, so there’s no one-size-fits-all price. The cost mainly depends on how complex the project is: how many 3D assets you need and how detailed they are, the technology involved, and whether we’re building a standalone app from scratch or adding features to an existing one.
If you would like to receive a quote, contact us about our AR app development services.
Can you add AR to my existing iOS or Android app?
Yes. You don’t need to build a brand-new app to take advantage of AR. We can add custom features, such as virtual “try before you buy” modules, interactive 3D product previews or spatial navigation, directly into your current iOS or Android app.
We use ARKit and ARCore so the new features blend in with your existing UI/UX and the app keeps running smoothly, without draining device batteries.
What is the difference between WebAR and a native AR app?
The main difference is how your users access the experience. WebAR runs directly through a mobile web browser (like Safari or Chrome) without a download. Users simply scan a QR code or tap a link, making it a low-friction choice for retail, marketing campaigns and quick, accessible experiences.
Native AR apps, on the other hand, are downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. Because they run directly on the device, native apps can use the phone’s full hardware to deliver higher-quality graphics, more advanced environment tracking and more demanding tools, making them better suited to enterprise, healthcare or gaming projects.
Do I need to provide the 3D models or can Red C create them?
We offer complete, end-to-end augmented reality development, so we can handle the 3D elements whichever way suits your business best. If you already have 3D CAD files, product renders or architectural models, our design team will optimise them for mobile, so they load quickly and render smoothly. If you don’t have any existing assets, our in-house team can create realistic, bespoke 3D models and animations from scratch.
Get in touch with our AR developers for an estimate based on your project.
