Iron Tern · Independent studio

Small software.
Useful tools.

Iron Tern develops focused apps for everyday tasks, the outdoors and organisation — independently in Arbon, Switzerland.

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Software in progress

Three projects that show what Iron Tern is working on.

01

Electric mobility & navigation

HelvPlug

HelvPlug finds suitable charging stations in Switzerland based on your vehicle, connector, AC or DC charging, usable power and distance. Station and vehicle data is included locally, with no user account required.

Designed for iPhoneIn developmentOpen project
02

Health & training analysis

StrideAtlas

StrideAtlas analyses exported Garmin health and activity data directly on the Mac. The app provides clear insights into fitness, recovery, sleep, HRV, VO₂max, training load and running progress. All data stays locally on the device, with no user account, advertising or tracking.

Designed for MacIn developmentOpen project
03

Everyday organisation

BinPing

BinPing organises waste collection dates. Dates can be entered or imported so the next collection is visible in time.

Apple platformsIn developmentOpen project
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The studio

A small studio. Direct decisions.

Iron Tern develops independent apps for Apple platforms. Each project starts with a concrete task and stays focused on that purpose.

Location
Arbon, Switzerland
Approach
Independently developed
Platforms
iPhone · iPad · Mac

Working principles

What matters when building

  1. 01

    Start with one problem

    The purpose of an app should be clear in one sentence.

  2. 02

    State privacy clearly

    No broad promises. Only statements that match the product.

  3. 03

    Design with restraint

    Interaction and content come before decoration.

Direct contact

A question about a project?

Support questions and feedback go directly to Iron Tern.

support@irontern.ch