Overview
The new_version_plus package helps Flutter apps determine if the user is running the latest version by checking against app store or Google Play metadata. It supports multiple platforms including Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, and Linux, making it ideal for managing app updates across devices. The package fetches version information from official stores and notifies users when an update is available, improving user retention and ensuring access to the newest features and security patches.
Use cases
- Prompt users to update when a newer version is available
- Check for updates on app launch
- Integrate with in-app update dialogs
- Monitor version compliance in enterprise apps
- Support cross-platform update checks
Key features
- Cross-platform support (Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux)
- Fetches version info from app stores
- Simple API for version comparison
- Configurable update check frequency
- Built-in notification handling
Suitable for
- Apps requiring automatic update detection
- Enterprise applications needing version control
- Apps targeting multiple operating systems
- Developers seeking minimal setup for update checks
- Projects with strict versioning policies
Considerations
- Requires internet access to check version
- May need customization for non-store distribution
- Limited to official app store version data
- Not suitable for offline-first apps
- Depends on external APIs that may have rate limits