The Tappy Awards Prove the Power of Partnerships

The brands leading the charge in mobile commerce don’t get there by accident. It takes strategy, expertise, and a willingness to go beyond the basics. At Tapcart, we’ve built a platform that makes app management seamless—but the brands seeing the biggest results often have a secret weapon: agency partners.

The Tappy Awards celebrate brands that aren’t just succeeding—they’re shaping the future of mobile commerce. And one thing is clear: behind many of these standout stories are agencies helping brands unlock their full potential with Tapcart.

Agencies: The Behind-the-Scenes MVPs

Even the most successful brands see the value in outside expertise. Agencies bring a mix of creative vision and technical know-how that elevates a mobile app from good to great. From performance optimization to marketing strategy, they’re key players in helping brands stand out—and scale. 

What makes Tappy-winning brands exceptional isn’t just their agency collaboration—it’s the holistic approach they take. Design, development, and marketing all come together to drive meaningful results.

Real Stories, Real Results: How Agencies Lift Tappy-Nominated Brands

Let’s dive into how agencies are helping brands turn their Tapcart apps into growth engines.

Tailored Solutions That Drive Results: Development That Works

Agencies excel at building solutions that align with a brand’s unique needs. 

Take eHouse, an ecommerce agency, and their work with BrüMate, a Tappy nominee for Push Marketer of the Year. They built a custom Web Bridge SDK integration that pulled product pages from BrüMate’s website directly into their Tapcart app. It’s more than a technical tweak—key actions like “View Product” and “Add to Cart” feel smooth and natural, just like a native app. Those details keep shoppers engaged with faster load times and intuitive interactions.

The payoff: 

• App now drives 10% of total revenue
• Sales per session are up 56% compared to web
• Push notifications convert 43% higher than web

Another great example: ARKHI, an ecommerce agency, and their partnership with Muscle Republic, also a Push Marketer of the Year nominee. Over four years, ARKHI helped overhaul the brand’s Shopify Plus setup and mobile app. They added sitewide discounts, a “Buy X for Y” bundle system, and gift-with-purchase promos using Tapcart’s tagging tools. 

The results: 

• 171% increase in daily active users
• 238% lift in app sessions
• 31% boost in AOV
• 74.5% increase in app conversions

With agencies handling the technical side, brands like BrüMate and Muscle Republic can focus on what they do best—connecting with customers and building loyalty. A well-built app and targeted campaigns set the stage for success.

Design That Reflects Your Brand: Elevating the Experience

Your app is more than a tool—it’s an extension of your brand.

Just ask Lelet NY, a nominee for App Design of the Year. They partnered with Absolute Web to bring their sustainable, made-to-order brand to life in-app. From product pages that indicate whether items are in stock or made to order, to optimized listing and detail pages, every design touchpoint was intentional.

The outcome:

• Total Sales are up 43% YoY
• 11% of Total Sales coming via Tapcart (up 257% YoY)
• Tapcart is the their largest sales channel after direct site visits
• 8x larger sales volume than Facebook + Instagram (5x order volume)

Agencies like Absolute Web take the time to understand your brand—your values, your customers, your goals—and translate that into an app that feels authentic. It’s about creating an experience that resonates and keeps shoppers coming back.

Tech That Connects It All: Building for Growth

A mobile app isn’t just an add-on—it should be a central part of your retention strategy. But it needs to work seamlessly with your broader tech stack to really shine. Agencies ensure your tools—subscriptions, loyalty, support, personalization—fit together perfectly.

Velstar, a full-service growth agency, shows how it’s done with Sculpted by Aimee, Tappy Winner for Best Customer Experience. They seamlessly integrated the brand to Shopify Plus, revamped their digital experience, and integrated custom features for a cohesive ecosystem. Loyalty programs, subscriptions, and support tools all sync across web and app, creating a frictionless customer journey.

The impact:

• 74% increase in conversions 
• 188% boost in sales

With Tapcart’s flexible platform, agencies like Velstar help brands build a tech stack that’s ready for the future. The app becomes a central hub, delivering personalized interactions and driving long-term loyalty.

The Right Partnership Makes the Difference

These Tappy-winning brands prove how valuable the right expertise can be. It’s not just about launching an app—it’s about crafting a mobile strategy that scales with you.

Ready to take your app further? 

👉Explore our trusted agency partners to find the perfect match for your goals. 

👉Interested in becoming a partner? Apply today.

Let’s build something great—together.