App awards are a huge deal. Winning some of these app awards can be a game changer. For a budding developer, your entire career can change in an instant. For more established app development firms, app awards can take the business to the next level.
Besides getting the word out and driving downloads, app awards can earn industry respect from other developers, bring prestige, and give you the assurance that you are really good at your job — especially when you feel discouraged. Apps that win awards are inspirational and trendsetting, and it's definitely rewarding to know you are leading the pack in your niche.
Many apps are released every day. Most are mediocre at best. A few stand out by being unique, functional and a breath of fresh air in the lives of their users. Only the crème de la crème of these amazing apps deserve awards. Here is a list of the most brilliant apps that deserve recognition.
A Finnish app from Yatatoy, Bandimal is a children's app for composing music that allows kids to create unique tunes using different instruments. It is very easy to use and a lot of fun. The concept is unique and brilliant — targeting a specific niche of users who will appreciate the simplicity while learning something new.
A conversation translation app that stands out for being fast, efficient, effective — and available offline. The offline capability is a godsend because when you meet people who don't speak your language, you may not always have internet access. Adding that functionality shows real forethought.
An endless runner game from Canadian firm Snowman. You are a brave sandboarder going down sand dunes while avoiding pits and rocks. As you play, you notice subtle beauty around you — from the rising and setting sun to the animals that accompany your journey. The game also auto-pauses to teach you how to play without interrupting gameplay.
A note-taking app by Dutch firm Momenta BV that focuses on dates. What sets it apart is its versatility and efficiency — its timeline orientation is perfect for ongoing projects rather than static notes.
A famous interactive storybook telling the story of first love. Launched on Valentine's Day, it captured the hearts of millions with a story told with remarkable depth and joy. It is very immersive and a lot of fun.
A graceful and addictive puzzle game built with Metal, Apple's graphics API. The premise is simple — draw a path for particles to follow and fill up a curved bar — but it is so addictive you'll find yourself playing for hours without realizing it. Prepare to lose yourself completely.
A calculator app that makes you wonder why other calculators haven't done it this way. Calzy 3 comes packed with built-in options such as copy and paste for figures, and customizable colors and icons. It is one of those apps that reinvents an everyday tool in a way that feels completely obvious in hindsight.
An app for measuring blood loss collected by surgical sponges and suction canisters. Used in operating rooms, it leverages iOS mechanisms and machine learning to carry out this critical and potentially life-saving function.
A fun game from Turkish firm Mobge featuring a Viking adventure tale with an awesome soundtrack, great design and lots of bouncing and jumping. Endless lost hours await you when you play this game.