Appsketiers

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Founder of Sautech LLC

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Tech company developing an app hoping to develop more apps 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• Help me develop an app from conception to launch

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Online Search

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

High ratings

How many teammates from Appsketiers were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We work to get a logo and user interface the spoke to my target audience, then Appsketiers made a demo video so we were on the same page for objectives, then Dylan and I came up with a design document that outlined what would be coded, then he coded it and we are putting on the finishing touches 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Yes, awesome logo, cool ui, aligned demo video, great coding progress and great communication the whole journey!!

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Yes, I can't remember anything not being delivered in a reasonable time frame and great communication!!

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Everyone I talk to is knowledgeable about the app process, and everyone made me feel confident about my journey through this new venture 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

My biggest uncertainty is how do I go from launch to having 1,000,000 users. I would love if Appsketiers could help me with this uncertainty. I don't know if they offer these services but other than that I feel as if i have been in good hands all along 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Bubbles and brews vegas

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Mobile bar

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• Build a universal tipping app
• Make it specific to my branding

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Online Search

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

Company values aligned

How many teammates from Appsketiers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

“I’m currently in an ongoing app project with Appsketiers, and to be honest it has been one of the most difficult business relationships I’ve ever experienced. I started this project in July 2024, and instead of a branded, polished app, I was given something very generic and disappointing.   One thing I wish I had known up front: all of their work is outsourced. At no point was I informed of this, and I think that’s something every buyer deserves to know. If you don’t want your project handled by third parties you’ve never met, this isn’t the company for you.   The owner, Nick, has also been condescending and hard to work with. Every step forward feels like pulling teeth. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

While the project is technically still in progress, I want to share this as a cautionary note to anyone considering working with them: buyer beware.   I’ll continue to update this as things progress, but right now the situation has been more stress than success.”

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Their project management was extremely poor. Deadlines were consistently missed, communication was vague or dismissive, and they often shifted responsibility back onto me instead of addressing the problems directly. Deliverables were not provided on time, and when they were, the quality was subpar and far off from the brand standards I had clearly outlined. Overall, the process was disorganized, frustrating, and not transparent, leaving me with more problems to solve rather than real progress.

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The only unique aspect I found was their ability to present themselves well during the sales process. They spoke confidently about their capabilities and seemed convincing at the start. Unfortunately, that professionalism didn’t carry through to execution or delivery. What stood out most was the gap between how they marketed themselves versus what was actually delivered.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

There are many areas where Appsketiers could improve. Transparency is the biggest one—being upfront about outsourcing and actual capabilities would have set clearer expectations. Stronger project management is also needed: meeting deadlines, documenting changes, and keeping the client updated on progress. Communication should be more solution-focused rather than defensive. Most importantly, they could benefit from listening to client needs instead of delivering generic, cookie-cutter products that don’t align with what was promised.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Manager/Developer of Entertainment Buddy

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Elevate the personal entertainment experience into a networking, social and friend finding experience from the development of user-friendly apps.  

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• app development

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Online Search

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

• High ratings
• Other

How many teammates from Appsketiers were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Appsketiers were given the idea of the app that we wanted developed and within a couple of months delivered a structrural layout of the app with graghical concepts. Given approval, the development of the app proceeded along with the creation of an advertisment within the first six months. Full completion of the app was finished and launched within two years after the layout. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Delivery of the finished product with complete satisfaction from the client.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Appsketiers was completely hands-on, interacting regularly with us during the app's development stages with constant input from the client. This resulted in A+ communication combined with flexibility on behalf of the client. 

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The consistant interaction and suggested input from the client on the development of the app is what we found to be very impressive to us.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

There is nothing that we could think of that Appsketiers could have done better on the develoment of this project. We are highly satisfied and very thankful with the completion of this product.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Virtual Window Shop

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

The company is an app developer company 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• To create an app for retail businesses starting with clothing, and apparel
• Unite businesses

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Online Search

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget

How many teammates from Appsketiers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

They delivered nothing, the company had no knowledge of what they built. So this is hard to describe, they did however offered, an app that would be used by consumers to unite businesses, but they did not deliver anything that was functional.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

When we began the work, they delivered on understanding the project, were Appsketiers seems to demonstrate a skill that makes the customer feel comfortable, thaw work on the other hand speaks volumes.

The owner would call if you did not approve the project, saying statements that signing the approve phase did not mean that I agree with the work, that signing would move the project to the next level and the next phase would cover all the issues. This turn to be a lie.

The progress was to move the project as quickly as possible whether issues were still there or not. The progress is set for appsketier and not the client. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project was delivered even though it continued to have issues of crashing and app was not functioning.

The team continued to blame the client and seemed to distant themselves slowly from the project and made sure that all the issues fell after the 60 days so you could not rebuttal.

They don't respond to your needs and make you feel that you're a problem. They have no idea why the app is crashing or what they built. It's all smoke and mirrors. 

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The owner sounded very confident, and charismatic, trust worthy by being skilled while influencing his expert reviews, etc.

This is the only part that he excels in, but uses this as his advantage.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

Stop building Apps, and stop  telling customers to do a review in the first phase. Even Trust Pilot has concerns about his orchestrated reviews. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of an app comapny

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

I own and operate an app that provides allergy information about dog food. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• Create and develop a functioning app

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Online Search

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

Referred to me

How many teammates from Appsketiers were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Appsketiers took my idea and made it into a reality. After a few quick consultations, they helped me hone in on a feasible scope for the project. After they came up with an animated marketing promo and then it was on to development. 

A few months later they returned with a beta presentation for the functionality and use of the app. I couldn't have been more impressed. It was visually appealing, functional, and most important, easy to navigate. And throughout the entire process the team, who I met a significant number of, were transparent, helpful, and patient. I would recommend their services to anyone who has an app idea that they are trying to create. 

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Scope of project, marketing, development, beta testing, launch. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

All of their deadlines were met, most of them ahead of schedule. I had frequent questions and ideas that were addressed quickly. 

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Ther cohesiveness. All of the team members were positive and proactive, and all were looped in on the project. I cannot remember a time that I had to describe anything about the project. I was really impressed with the depth of their understanding and their affability. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

I can't think of anything. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner & Founder of HBCU Social

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

A mobile app that acts a social networking platfrom for the HBCU Community. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• Build the mobile app
• Add various new functionalities

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Referral

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me

How many teammates from Appsketiers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The goal of this application is to provide a platform where HBCU students can network with each other and access useful event/job/internship information. 

• App flow and design Screens   
  • Splash: display the splash screen when users download and open the application.
  • Login: The screen allows the user to log in via. Email and Password. If the user forgot the password, they can click on the “Forgot password” and enter the registered email ID. A verification code will be sent to their email to retrieve the password. 
  • Sign Up: The user will be able to sign up using their email, and password and re-enter the password.
  • Enter the Verification code: This screen allows the users to enter the 4-digit OTP (that they have received over their email), and password, and confirm the password that they have received over their email.
  • Resend button: It will allow the users to Resend the OTP in case they have not received the OTP. 
  • Create Profile with Upload School Id: This screen allows the user to create their profile by uploading the below details
    • Upload a Photo: The user will be able to upload a photo for their profile picture.
    • Birthdate: The user will be able to select their birthday from the date picker.
    • Gender: The user will be able to select their Gender.
    • Select School: The user will be able to select their school name from the database uploaded from the backend.
    • Your School Year: The user will be able to choose what school year they are currently in. 
    • Study Major: The user will be able to select their study major uploaded by the backend user.
    • Home Town:  The user will be able to add their hometown name in this free text field. (Do we just want to do States? Not cities? )
    • Bio: The user will be able to add bio details in this free text field.
    • Hobbies/Interest: The user will be able to add their hobbies in this free text field.
  • Home Screen: This is the home screen where the user can view the profile of the other user’s post. 
    • Filter icon - This allows the user to filter users shown to them by their:
      • Age: Slider with min/max values
      • Sex: Multiple selection Checkbox
      • Location: City/state
      • School: School Name(s)
      • Major: Multiple selection checkbox
      • (UIUX Need to Add) Looking for?
• Options: Friendship, Study Partners, Professional Engagement, Dating
  • Matched user image: After applying the filter, the user can view another user’s profile picture, which is matched according to their likes.
  • User name: The user will be able to view matched user’s username.
  • Age: The user will be able to view the age of the user.
  • School Name: The user will be able to view the school name of the matched user.
  • Major: The user can view matched user’s study Major that they added to their profile.
  • School Year: The user will be able to view matched user’s School year that they added to their profile. 
• Swipe Right (View Next Profile): When you swipe right on the user profile, the user will be able to view the next matched profile with the same details. 
• Chat Screen: The user will be able to chat with the other matched users. They can exchange text, images, and videos with each other.
• Feed Page: The user will be able to view all the events, job postings, internship opportunities, etc. on this page with their image and description.
• Note: The backend admin user will upload this content. (Will I get a tutorial on how to upload information?)
• Post Detail View: The user will be able to view the detail screen of the feeds with their image and description (in text).
• Profile detail view: This screen allows a user to view their profile with the below details:
• Settings icon: This allows the user to update the account settings
• Admin web panel

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• How well they were able to make my vision come true and user experience. 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The entire team is amazing. I have great chemistry with the entire team. They always delivered on time.  And if there was a delay they communicated that. They are really a great group to work with.  I couldn't imagine doing this withoug them. 

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

• In-Person Meeting
• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their positiv energy all of the time. They seemed to be invested as much as I was. They care about me. When I met them at their office they were so welcoming. It's not just about making money. They believed in me and my project and it made me feel good. 

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

Not really. Except they could probably beef up their marketing so more people know about them...but that all depends on how big they want to get. 

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Governing Person of Mockingbird Exchange

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Our signature product uses multiple algorithms to link Patrons with Merchants based on interest and geography in a single simple and fun mobile app.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• Programming and Developing
• Vision and Planning
• Presentation for Appearance and Promotion

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Online Search

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Appsketiers were assigned to this project?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

I had a clear understanding of the mechanics and logic of my app.  I provided the mapping as a framework, but it was only the start.  Appsketiers in gaining a complete understanding of my app asked questions and patiently understood my process and objective of my app, designed the branding and visuals.  
Appsketiers patiently worked with me through the layout and logic of my app and coded and developed my app into a functioning platform.  Appsketiers were especially patient with me through the beta testing stage.  I never felt pressured or minimized through the process toward app development and completion.  100% recommend for app development!

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The representatives provided accurate timetables from the very start.  With the timetables, I had realistic expectations of the  process and was not disappointed.  The process followed the timetable very closely.  Delivery of quality product on time with great service is the only measurable outcome I care about.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project management is multilayered with a general manager that delegates to submanagers as the project progresses.  All managers are very easy to work with and meet needs very well if at all possible.  They did not miss a deadline within the timetable and were always read to meet needs if at all possible.  I had a great experience with the managers at all levels and continue to enjoy a great experience with their level of service.

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The well rounded comprehensive service is outstanding!  The project management is very good.  The development and coding is excellent.  The concept development and mapping is impressive.  Appsketiers did all things app development well.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

More constant, frequent updates during development would have been nice, though not necessary.  The project managers said they will be on the quiet side during development.  I had fair notice. When they say they will be quiet for a few months of development, they do mean it.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Creator of Holiday Hub App

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Holiday Hub is an all in one app that is all about bring back Traditions or helping start new ones.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• To create an app that was a few years ago just a thought to now an actual reality.

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Online Search

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Appsketiers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Appsketiers went above and beyond when it came from day one to the final days of developing my app. And they were phenomenal about answering any of my questions I had or helping out when I ran into a problem.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

When the apps logo came from a stroke of genius, to the screenshots of the welcome page to the homepage. And from see my apps logo in the Google play store.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Every step of the timeline was accurate. And I have learned that you cannot rush success.

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The people were the best and creative and had amazing people skills when it came to communication.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

Everything went great and nothing needs to change.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Wildlife retreats

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

A comprehensive marketplace for the outdoors

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Appsketiers to accomplish?

• Create a functional mobile app to book and browse for hunting opportunity’s
• Make the app easy to use for customers

SOLUTION

How did you find Appsketiers?

Online Search

Why did you select Appsketiers over others?

Close to my geographic location

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Detailed logo, in app descriptions, easy to switch from provider to user

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The functionality and price for our services to post on our platform

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

I wouldn't say it was done on time it took a year and a half to complete and the response time were fairly slow.

What was your primary form of communication with Appsketiers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The ability to code and make the app function as it should was impressive.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Appsketiers could have done differently?

Communicate better

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of a company that offers a tipping app.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Appsketiers?

We needed help developing an app that would allow service providers to accept all forms of digital tips in one place. The app needed to be easy to use and look professional with our branding.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Appsketiers has been developing our app for over a year. The team has delivered a generic-looking product that doesn’t use any of our branding, including the colors they helped me pick. The app is missing many components that were agreed on in the BRS, and I don’t have a usable app. The missing components include branding, a Stripe setup, an analytics page, Apple and Google Pay options, monetization, and a useful app dashboard.

What is the team composition?

I’ve spoken to three teammates from Appsketiers.

How did you come to work with Appsketiers?

I found them on the internet. After speaking to several app companies, I chose Appsketiers mainly because they were not out of the country, and I liked their core values. After talking to Nick (CEO), I felt comfortable choosing them.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent $50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in July 2024, and the engagement is ongoing. I’ve put the app in the App Store on pause while they work on trying to make the corrections, but it’s still a difficult process.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Appsketiers hasn’t communicated with me aside from me making my scheduled payments on time. They said they would be quiet while they were busy working on my app, so I trusted them and let them work without bugging them. I was hoping to see some mock-ups along the way on what my app was looking like and how it was progressing, but all I ever got was "We are working on it, and these things take time."

Additionally, I was unaware that my app is not being handled in-house like I thought it was when I hired them; it is outsourced out of the country, so technically I have not talked to an actual person who is working on my app; Appsketiers misled me to believe they handle it in-house.

How did Appsketiers perform from a project management standpoint?

My expected timeline was 4–6 months, but it’s been a year and a half. I was hoping to see some mock-ups along the way of what my app was looking like and how it was progressing, but all I’ve gotten is that they’re working on it and that these things take time. We communicate through Basecamp.

What did you find most impressive or unique about them?

I haven't been impressed by anything from Appsketiers.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They could show me progress along the way and deliver in a better timeframe.