Overview
A lightweight Flutter plugin that checks whether the current version of your app is up-to-date on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. It fetches the latest version information from the respective app stores and compares it with the installed version, helping users stay updated. The plugin is easy to integrate and supports both Android and iOS platforms. Ideal for apps that require timely updates to maintain functionality or security.
Use cases
- Check for app updates on launch
- Prompt users to update when a new version is available
- Ensure users are on the latest stable release
- Monitor app version compliance in enterprise environments
- Automatically redirect users to app store for updates
Key features
- Real-time version comparison
- Supports both Android and iOS
- Minimal setup required
- No additional dependencies
- Provides callback for update status
Suitable for
- Apps requiring frequent updates
- Enterprise mobile applications
- Security-sensitive apps
- User-facing apps with regular feature releases
- Developers seeking simple update detection
Considerations
- Relies on app store availability and response time
- Does not handle in-app update logic
- Requires internet connection to check versions
- May need caching for offline use
- Limited to Google Play and Apple App Store only