The only reason why we all used third party apps for Reddit, is because their app and website is abhorrent trash. It’s great to have a choice, but Lemmy’s website is smooth to use. I know it’s mind blowing not to use a app for everything in 2023 but Lemmy just works.
notifications, and also that it doesn’t show up in the app drawer on android (I only keep 5 icons on my homescreen in my setup)
Notifications are definitely possible through PWAs from web browsers. Standard Lemmy website even supports it.