Social fitness app that gamifies workouts with friends. 200K downloads in the first 3 months after launch.
Fitness apps have notoriously poor retention — most users churn within the first week. Orbiter needed an experience so social and engaging that users would open the app even on rest days. The technical challenge was real-time multiplayer workout sessions with live heart rate syncing across devices and a reward economy that didn't feel gimmicky.
We designed a feed-first experience (think Instagram meets Strava) where social proof drives engagement. Real-time workout sessions use WebSocket connections with optimistic UI updates for buttery-smooth interactions even on flaky gym WiFi. The React Native app shares 92% of code between iOS and Android, with native modules for HealthKit/Google Fit integration and haptic feedback during challenges.
Orbiter wanted to crack the social fitness space with a fresh approach — instead of competing on workout content (a saturated market), they focused on the social layer. Friend challenges, group streaks, real-time workout parties, and a reward system that keeps users coming back. We built the entire app from scratch, including brand identity, mobile app, and backend infrastructure.
The design quality is on another level. Every screen they delivered felt considered, intentional, and just... right. Our users actually comment on how good the app looks.
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