Compare TV App Frameworks: React, Flutter & DANA
Want to know which development framework gives your video service the best performance, scalability, and UX across every screen – at the right price and with the speed-to-market you need? We’ve got the guide for you!
Building a video app that works flawlessly on Smart TVs, set-top boxes, and streaming devices isn’t easy: especially when most development frameworks were designed for mobile first.
This quick-reference checklist helps you compare React, Flutter, and Wiztivi’s DANA Framework side by side, so you can choose the right foundation for your platform’s future.
Why continue to maintain legacy devices?
Discover how a cross-platform approach that includes ongoing enhancements to legacy devices can help you to:
- Extend the life of legacy devices,
- Reduce CapEx spikes,
- Defer replacement costs,
- Maintain operational efficiency,
- Mitigate churn.
Introduction
- Challenges in transitioning from legacy systems to Android TV
- Option 1 - Standard launcher: Simplicity and cost-effectiveness
- Option 2 - Custom launcher: Enhanced brand control and UX
- Option 3 - OTT app: Broad device reach and flexibility
- Android TV options at-a-glance
- Defining the right approach
Chapter 2 - Planning your Android TV go-to-market strategy
- Understanding the financial impact
- Mitigating customer churn with cross-platform standardization
- Cost-benefit analysis of legacy device support
Chapter 3 - Cross-platform standardization with the DANA Framework
- Core benefits of the DANA Framework
Chapter 4 - What to look for in a development partner for your Android TV strategy
- Expertise in Android TV (not just Android)
- Ability to innovate within platform constraints and adapt to different STB manufacturers
- Integration capabilities beyond standard apps
- Leveraging a Design System for consistency
- Focus on long-term maintainability and scalability
- Effective project management and reliable delivery
- Checklist: Key questions to ask potential partners
About Wiztivi
Download it now to Learn:
- Where mobile-first frameworks fall short on TV devices
- How DANA delivers up to 50% faster development time
- Which framework best fits your product goals and team skills
- When combining frameworks (DANA + React) makes sense for full ecosystem coverage
Whether you’re a product lead, CTO, or developer, this checklist will help you:
- Save time by seeing key strengths and trade-offs at a glance
- Avoid costly missteps when expanding to new platforms
- Future-proof your stack with a framework built for the big screen
