At Chop Dawg, we’re more than an ordinary app development agency—we’re your extended team, delivering the results you need.
For over 18 years, we’ve launched 500+ apps for startups, growing businesses, Fortune 500s, nonprofits, & government agencies.
When you partner with us, you can rest assured we’ll handle every aspect of your app—letting you focus on running your business instead of worrying about development.
Why Choose Us
Free Consultations & Planning Start with a 45-min Zoom consult—whether you’re building from scratch or enhancing an existing app, we’ll create a personalized roadmap for your success.
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Your Own Dedicated Project Team We assign specialized experts—project managers, designers, developers, QA engineers—who act as an extension of your team. You stay fully informed, on schedule, & on budget.
Seamless Team Integration We adapt to you—whether launching new software or refining a long-standing platform. Expect daily communication, weekly meetings, & an organized workflow that produces software you’ll be proud of.
Our Proven Success
Since 2009, we’ve delivered 500+ products for NASA, the US Navy, Wawa, LA Gear, Six Flags, Hilton, Siemens, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Jefferson Health, University of California, University of Pennsylvania, University of Washington, & hundreds of startups.
Transparent Partnership
We offer fixed-rate monthly pricing & clear contracts for total visibility into costs & deliverables. Our transparency fosters trust—paving the way for a lasting partnership that drives your success well beyond launch.
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$1,000+
Avg. hourly rate
$50 - $99
/hr
Rating for cost
4.8
/5
What Clients Have Said
ChopDawg.com offers competitive pricing with strong value for cost, as clients frequently highlight their budget-friendly options and quality deliverables. Project costs range from $10,000 to $350,000, reflecting diverse client needs, while consistent communication and timely project management enhance client satisfaction.
ChopDawg.com demonstrates expertise across various industries, including healthcare, real estate, and technology. Their ability to adapt and apply their knowledge to different sectors is appreciated by clients, who benefit from their industry-specific insights and tailored solutions.
Effective Problem Solving
ChopDawg.com is recognized for their problem-solving capabilities. Clients appreciate their ability to address challenges efficiently and find effective solutions to complex issues, often resulting in a more refined and successful final product.
Some Delays in Project Timelines
While generally praised for timely delivery, some clients have experienced delays in project timelines. These delays are often attributed to changes in project scope or unforeseen challenges, but clients note that ChopDawg.com remains communicative and transparent about any changes to the schedule.
Responsive and Communicative Team
The team at ChopDawg.com is recognized for their responsiveness and excellent communication skills. Clients appreciate their availability and willingness to address questions or concerns promptly, which helps maintain a seamless collaboration process and builds trust with clients.
High-Quality Deliverables
The quality of ChopDawg.com’s deliverables is frequently highlighted in reviews. Clients express satisfaction with the final products, noting that the solutions are well-crafted, user-friendly, and align with the initial project vision. The team's attention to detail contributes significantly to the high standards of their work.
High Client Satisfaction
Overall, ChopDawg.com maintains high client satisfaction, with many clients expressing a strong willingness to recommend their services to others. Their combination of technical expertise, creative solutions, and client-focused service contributes to their positive reputation.
Mobile App Development for Youth Development Organization
Featured Review
Mobile App DevelopmentWeb Development
Social App Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Jan. 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“Chopdawg’s team is kind, respectful, and concerned about the project’s progress.”
Jun 13, 2022
Founder & Executive Director, DiverseCity
Michael Fratangelo
Verified
Other industries
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com is building a mobile app for a youth development organization. They’ve done low-fidelity designs and swimlanes and are now doing high-fidelity designs. Next, their development team will take over.
The client is happy with ChopDawg.com’s work; they’ve fulfilled their promises and delivered on time. The team’s excellent project management protocol enables effective communication and transparent agreements. Their professionalism and the way they can convey their expertise are outstanding.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the founder and executive director of DiverseCity, a youth development organization that uses sports as a vehicle to connect young people of all different races, religions, nationalities, and backgrounds. Our program intends to bring together youth who otherwise wouldn’t have had the opportunity of meeting to grow together and get along.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
All of our programs had been in person until the COVID-19 pandemic, when we started moving them to a virtual platform. We brought in ChopDawg.com to develop an app that would allow us to connect the youth we work with in different cities.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
ChopDawg.com is developing a mobile app for us. We provided information to jumpstart the project, and they gave us samples of similar projects they’ve done to give us an idea of what to expect. They provided a detailed scope of work that was over 100-pages long. We had several exchanges back and forth to tweak requirements for a few weeks. Our respective lawyers also looked over the scope.
After the scope was approved, the team got into the project launch and began the design phase. The team started with a low-fidelity design and built swimlanes. After that, they moved into high-fidelity design, which they’re about to finish. The next stell will be to turn the project over to the development team, with the goal to finish by the end of July 2022.
Additionally, the ChopDawg.com team provides us with consultancy services to help us grow the app. For example, they’ve advised us on handling customer service and tools we can use to help with that aspect. They’ve also connected us to other parties that can help us.
What is the team composition?
We’ve met with several teammates from ChopDawg.com, including Joshua (CEO), Mattie (COO), a QA coordinator, and Tammy (CXO), who oversees project management and billing. We work directly with Kaitlyn (UI/UX Designer) and Madeline (Project Manager) on the design side. We’ll also be working with developers in the next few weeks.
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
We found them through word of mouth. A mutual friend recommended Joshua and told me he’d built up ChopDawg.com to be a known and respected business worldwide. I had an introductory call with Joshua. We came into this project as true beginners, and the educational piece that ChopDawg.com provided was better than what we’d had interviewing other companies. While other vendors felt like factories churning out apps that weren’t invested in the details, Joshua provided a personal touch.
With ChopDawg.com, it didn’t feel like they were trying to sell us on working with them. Instead, they provided information and free advice about directions that we could take the project. The team gave us the knowledge we needed to understand what the process and the final product would look like. Additionally, their list of completed projects was impressive and overlapped with what we were looking to do.
How much have you invested with them?
We’ve spent about $75,000, and we’ll spend another $30,000. The project’s total cost will be around $105,000–$110,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in January 2022, and the engagement is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
ChopDawg.com has done everything they said they would do. Moreover, they’ve stuck to the timeline and have been very diligent about keeping us on track. We’ll transition from design to development and track how smooth the process is and whether we stay on time and budget.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
I’ve worked with other vendors, and my partner comes from the service provider world; we’re both impressed with their project management. For example, we had early questions about things we anted in the scope that weren’t included initially. The team used their project management protocol to help us work it out, and we reached an understanding to have what we wanted while not drifting too far from the scope.
Slack is our go-to communication tool; through it, we’re connected to Confluence, Google Drive, and Figma. We also use email.
What did you find most impressive about them?
ChopDawg.com’s distinguishing factor is their level of professionalism and likeability. Every person on their team has been supportive and delightful to work with. When we’re in the weeds, we want to work with people we get along with, and ChopDawg.com’s team has been kind, respectful, and concerned about the project’s progress — they genuinely care about our success.
From a technical standpoint, the team is first-rate, from the designers to upper-level management. They’re subject matter experts, which is precisely what we were looking for. Their ability to convey their knowledge has also been helpful. They check all the boxes for us in terms of educating us and acting as true partners.
Are there any areas they could improve?
Early on, there may have been an opportunity to staff up quicker. However, that’s a minor issue because we’re on time and budget.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
I’ve spoken to a few interested companies looking to develop apps, and my advice is to be over-communicative. ChopDawg.com is responsive; they get back to us efficiently with the information we need to make decisions.
RATINGS
5.0
"We’ve had a wonderful experience from top to bottom."
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"We’ve had no issues with deadlines."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"I would give them 10 stars if I could; the price is right for the quality we’re getting."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Design & Dev Services for Early-Stage Recycling App Company
Mobile App DevelopmentUX/UI Design
UX StrategyAndroid App DevelopmentiPhone iOS App Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Aug. 2023 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“ChopDawg.com provides industry and project management expertise in a highly collaborative and bespoke fashion.”
Oct 6, 2023
Founder & Managing Partner, Recycling App Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Los Angeles, California
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com provides design and development services for a recycling app company. The team has created wireframes, UI/UX designs, and screens for the client’s app. They’ll also manage the development stage.
The client praises ChopDawg.com’s quality of work, which has exceeded expectations. The team has an excellent workflow created around the client’s conceptual ideas and requirements. Moreover, their resources are reliable and capable. They’re collaborative and truly capable of delivering results.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the founder and managing partner of a recycling app in the pre-launch stage.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
ChopDawg is helping us develop our app.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
They’ve provided a wide range of services in relation to that, such as discussing the ideas and the services they can offer. This process has taken six months because the app is complicated. From there, they’ve provided us with design and development services. They’re designing the app for iOS and Android using Figma. Specifically, they’re creating wireframes, UI/UX designs, and screens for the product. We’ll transition to development after the design stage.
For features, the app has a barcode scanning functionality as well as search and tracking functions. It can identify household materials such as plastic, cardboard, and aluminum. Advertising and QR codes are also available.
What is the team composition?
We mainly work with Lyra (UI/UX Designer) and a project manager. In the background, around 8 other teammates are assigned to the project. I’ve interacted with Joshua (CEO), too. For context, developers are present during our calls so they can track the progress of the design stage. This way, they’ll know how they can be helpful when we reach the next stage.
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
I found ChopDawg.com through a referral.
How much have you invested with them?
Our total investment is around $60,000, and $30,000 of that is for ChopDawg.com. The other $30,000 is for our business activities related to the project.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started talking about the project in December 2022, but we officially started it in August 2023. The partnership is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The quality of ChopDawg.com’s work has so far exceeded expectations.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
We have a highly specific scope of work, and ChopDawg.com has had a truly detailed workflow. They use Figma, which is a sophisticated way of linking their outputs to our agreed-upon tasks. Moreover, the team takes our highly conceptual ideas and creates a workflow around those ideas. They work collaboratively with us to deliver outputs.
Lyra’s capabilities are beyond exceptional; she’s a real asset to ChopDawg.com. Meanwhile, Joshua has been a great partner. He’s been extraordinarily capable, and everything flows from him.
Apart from Figma, we also use Slack, email, Google Documents, and calls to collaborate — they accommodate whatever communication method I prefer. Given their expertise in process management, we’ve decided to collaborate mainly on Figma.
What did you find most impressive about them?
ChopDawg.com provides industry and project management expertise in a highly collaborative and bespoke fashion. Other developers approach projects using the same process. In comparison, ChopDawg.com looks at each project as a unique living entity. They create processes specific to each project; their process for me is different from their process for other clients. On top of that, they overcommunicate and make themselves available in whatever capacity necessary.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, there aren’t any.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Be completely honest and open with the ChopDawg.com team, and collaborate with them. The more you think critically about your goals, the more ChopDawg.com can match and multiply your efforts. Trust the process, and engage repeatedly and frequently with the team. You can leverage their expertise, experience, and insights to make your product better.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Mobile App Dev for Dating & Social Connectivity Startup
Consumer Mobile App DevelopmentAndroid App DevelopmentiPhone iOS App DevelopmentSocial App Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Nov. 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“ChopDawg.com’s app development has been exceptional.”
Apr 29, 2023
Co-Founder, Cosmos Technologies LLC
Zachery Sobel
Verified
Other industries
Tampa, Florida
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com is designing and developing an iOS and Android mobile app for a dating and social connectivity startup, after which they’ll help with maintenance. The app will be based on a video chat feature.
ChopDawg.com’s mobile app development work has been outstanding, exceeding the client's initial quality expectations. The team has delivered on time and on budget, and they’ve demonstrated excellent customer care. Moreover, they’re trustworthy and communicative via Slack, Zoom, and Figma.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the co-founder of Cosmos Technologies LLC, a company building a dating and social connectivity app. We go by Cosmos and are still in the startup phase.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
We hired ChopDawg.com to help us design and develop our mobile app.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
ChopDawg.com is helping us design and develop our mobile app from scratch. We’re four months into the design phase, and there are four other months ahead of us for the development phase. Once they deliver the app, they’ll stay with us for maintenance and bug fixes for a short period of time.
This dating app is unique and will feature a totally novel formula based on video chats because we want to solve a lot of the problems the existing swipe-and-match apps have. Moreover, the app will be available for iOS and Android.
What is the team composition?
We mainly work with Joshua (CEO), who is our main point of contact. Additionally, there’s a group of 3–4 teammates from ChopDawg.com building our app, including a lead designer.
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
We found ChopDawg.com on Clutch and really liked that they had built dating apps in the past. During the vetting process, we interviewed a number of developers. When we interviewed ChopDawg.com, I got to know Joshua and thought that he and his company would provide a lot of value to our company throughout the app development and design process.
How much have you invested with them?
Thus far, we’ve spent $80,000, and this is a $160,000 project.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together around late November 2022, and our engagement is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
ChopDawg.com’s app development has been exceptional. Initially, we had a vision of the quality level we wanted to accomplish. Still, they’re exceeding that level. When we open the app and interact with it, the feeling we get is exceeding our expectations.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
ChopDawg.com has met our deadlines and stayed on budget. Joshua is virtually available 24/7, which is great for a business owner. He does a phenomenal job at communicating with us. Additionally, we have video meetings with the lead designer once or twice per week. As for collaboration tools, we use Zoom, Slack, and Figma.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Overall, ChopDawg.com has a strong customer focus. Joshua is a great communicator and has a bold personality. He does a great job at trying to meet the customer’s needs and demands. If he can’t, he tries to find a way or a direction to guide the customer in.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I don’t know how ChopDawg.com could improve; they’ve been very good so far. We’ve hit some design roadblocks regarding the branding. However, those issues have more to do with having patience and being more resourceful on our end than they have to do with ChopDawg.com’s design work. Additionally, we’ve had some contractual issues, but those have been caused because we’re very novel to the field.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Trust them. Joshua is very trustworthy, so he’s going to listen to you and tell you what he really thinks. Thus, be open with them and give them a chance because they’ll do a great job for you. We’re very glad that we picked them because they’ve done a great job for us.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Web & Mobile App Dev for Wine-Related Social Media App
Other app platformUX StrategyConsumer Mobile App DevelopmentAndroid App DevelopmentiPhone iOS App DevelopmentSocial App Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Feb. 2021 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“ChopDawg.com is excellent at listening to their client’s needs and helping them design great apps.”
Apr 17, 2023
Owner, Winelikes
Jeff Gillis
Verified
Other industries
Los Angeles, California
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com has helped a wine-related social media app design and develop their platform using Figma for UI/UX design. The app has a web version and is available for iOS and Android.
The client is pleased with the beautiful and clean designs created by ChopDawg.com, making a very attractive app. The team has stuck to budgets and overcome development challenges, demonstrating outstanding responsiveness and problem-solving skills. They collaborate via Slack and Jira. This review is an update by the client company. The original content is located below the new review.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the owner of Winelikes, a social media app for wine knowledge and wine enthusiasts where they can build a community and post pictures and videos of their wine experience. Our app also has an educational component to it that includes features. Additionally, it has a food-pairing feature where users can look up the food they’re cooking or eating and get recommendations for pairing wines.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
I didn’t have much experience with app development, so I reached out to ChopDawg.com to take my idea, transfer it to paper, and then develop an actual mobile app.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
ChopDawg.com has helped me design and develop my social media app using Figma for UI/UX designs and prototyping. The app is available for iOS and Android devices and has a web version. Its features include a social feed where users can post photos and videos, either using their phone cameras or uploading content from their phones’ media galleries.
Additionally, users can post comments, review wines, and tag people. Another cool feature is that users can take quizzes and earn points, as well as submit quizzes themselves for approval. As previously mentioned, the app also includes a food-pairing feature.
What is the team composition?
I’ve worked with ChopDawg.com for over two years, so I’ve worked with a lot of their teammates, including Joshua (CEO), Tammy (Chief Experience Officer), and Sami (Developer).
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
I found them during a Google search. Initially, I had a conversation with Joshua (CEO), and we just clicked. He understood my idea and what I was going for. Then, he introduced me to the rest of the team, and we started working together.
How much have you invested with them?
I’ve spent over $125,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in February 2021, and our engagement is ongoing. Although ChopDawg.com has already delivered the app and gone through beta testing, we’re now in the process of launching it. We’ve already received approval from the App Store, so we’re just waiting for approval from the Google Play Store.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
ChopDawg.com has delivered a beautiful, clean, and well-designed app. Their developers translated the Figma designs perfectly, so the actual app looks great now that we can hold it in our hands.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
ChopDawg.com has stayed on budget perfectly. However, meeting deadlines was a little bit complicated initially because we started this project during the COVID-19 pandemic, so we experienced shutdowns, and people weren’t always working. Still, ChopDawg.com has come through and delivered the app to me.
Throughout the development process, we experienced some bugs and crashes, although most of them weren’t major issues. Still, ChopDawg.com has fixed every issue within 24 hours. Their team has always known what is happening and what they are doing.
As for collaboration tools, we mainly use Slack and Jira. Tammy and Joshua always reach out to me via Slack, text messages, or phone calls — they’re very responsive.
What did you find most impressive about them?
ChopDawg.com is excellent at listening to their client’s needs and helping them design great apps.
Are there any areas they could improve?
There’s nothing ChopDawg.com could improve on.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Feel free to ask any questions; for Joshua and his team, there are no silly questions. ChopDawg.com is very approachable, and they’re there to help you.
UPDATED REVIEW
This review was published on October 19, 2021.
Jeff Gills
Owner, Winelikes
Food & Beverages
11-50 Employees
Los Angeles, California
$10,000 to $49,999
Feb 2021 - Ongoing
Project summary:
ChopDawg.com created a prototype for a wine-based app using Figma. Moving forward, they’ll help the client develop the whole app that will connect sommeliers, wine buyers, distributors, bars, and restaurants.
Feedback summary:
The client is satisfied with the prototype created by ChopDawg.com, and they hope to continue the collaboration. The team has brought their expertise to the table, helping flesh out the client’s idea. They’re also flexible, patient, and knowledgeable, and they get the work done.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the owner of Winelikes. We’re developing a wine-based app to connect people who love wine, including sommeliers, buyers, distributors, bars, and restaurants.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
I needed help with the development of my app.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
When I approached ChopDawg, they helped me flesh out my idea. Then, they helped me build the prototype of my app using Figma. We just finished the prototype, but I intend to keep working with them to create the app.
What is the team composition?
We’ve worked with about five people from ChopDawg, including Joshua (CEO).
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
I did a Google search looking for app developers, and I interviewed three companies. At the time, I just had the idea in my head, and I felt that Joshua and I connected the most. He was so helpful in helping me flesh out my idea over the phone, even when I was just getting estimates, and I really liked his demeanor. Thus, I went with ChopDawg.
How much have you invested with them?
We’ve spent around $20,000 so far.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working around March 2021, and our engagement is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The best result is that ChopDawg has helped me define my idea and come up with a prototype for my project. They’ve brought their expertise to the table, and they’ve given me as much advice as I’ve given them. Currently, I’m very satisfied with their work.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
ChopDawg’s project management is great. This isn’t my primary job, so sometimes, things come up from my end. However, my project manager and the whole team have been very flexible to calendar changes, and they always get the work done. They’ve also been very patient with my team whenever we have other duties we need to prioritize. We use Slack to communicate.
What did you find most impressive about them?
From Joshua to the project manager, ChopDawg’s knowledge is impressive. I don’t have a background in app development, but they’ve helped me with my idea, showing me what works and what doesn’t. Their suggestions always make a lot of sense, and I hope to concrete a great business idea with their help.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, they’ve been great in all aspects. I’m looking forward to having a long-term relationship with ChopDawg because I have some other app ideas to explore.
STAR RATINGS
Overall rating: 5
Quality: 5
Cost: 5
Schedule: 5
Willing to refer: 5
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Mobile & Web App Design & Dev for Enterpreneur
Mobile App DevelopmentUX/UI DesignWeb Development
Other app platformMobile CommerceFinancial Mobile App DevelopmentConsumer Mobile App Development
$50,000 to $199,999
Aug. 2022 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
4.5
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“With ChopDawg.com, we don’t only have a technical partner but also a partner who values what we’re building.”
Nov 3, 2022
CEO, The Showcase
Michael Liss
Verified
Financial services
New York City, New York
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com has worked with an entrepreneur on two separate mobile app and web development projects. On both projects, the team has been in charge of design, MVP development, and full-product development.
Over the years, ChopDawg.com has produced quality products and creative designs. The team is very communicative, honest, and collaborative, and their processes are seamless. Additionally, they’re very understanding of startup challenges, and they want their clients to succeed.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the founder and CEO of a marketplace and live-shopping company for the sports card industry. Before this venture, I was the co-founder of an early-stage investment application for cryptocurrencies.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
Originally I was working with a partner of mine on doing a round-up-style investment tool for cryptocurrency. Our idea was that every time a user made a transaction, the app would round up that transaction to the next single dollar value, and those cents would be the user’s investment into a basket of cryptocurrencies of their choice.
However, none of us had the technical knowledge to develop an app. We knew we had to partner with a company that understood what we were trying to build and had the resources on their end to design and develop a fully functioning mobile and web app for us. Our biggest challenge was finding a trusted partner who could take our ideas and create an app that fit into the current industry and market while making it robust enough to resonate with users and consumers.
Our second challenge was finding someone with experience in moving from a startup to an enterprise company so that they could guide us and help us understand what market top players we could go after. Thus, we decided to partner with ChopDawg.com to develop this app.
Later, I partnered with a friend of mine to develop a sports card marketplace; we both had been in the sports card hobby for multiple years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we started collecting and buying cards heavily, and we realized that there wasn’t a platform that served as a one-stop shop for doing these collectible transactions. Thus, I partnered with ChopDawg.com again to create a completely robust and open-ended live-shopping experience for the sports card industry.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
For the cryptocurrency investment app project, we underwent a pretty standard development process. First, we met with ChopDawg.com to discuss the scope of work and define the different aspects of what we wanted to build. From there, Joshua (CEO) and his team selected the right account manager, designers, and developers to address the scope of work we had defined.
ChopDawg.com then took 3–3.5 months to go through the design phase. Throughout this process, we made some adjustments to refine the end product according to what we wanted it to be. Once the design was finished, they were in charge of the entire development and implementation process.
Now, ChopDawg.com is working on our second project: the sports card marketplace. The process has been similar to the first project, and we’re currently in the design phase. Their current scope includes creating an MVP for both web and mobile apps. Once we finish with the design phase, they will be in charge of the entire backend development.
What is the team composition?
On the first project, we worked with 6–7 people from ChopDawg.com. Their team included Joshua (CEO), who handled the proposal and scope of work; an office manager, who kept us up to date with upcoming events; a designer, who had to leave the project due to personal reasons; and an engineering team, with whom I didn’t interact much.
On our current project, we’ve also worked with Joshua to figure out the scope of work and sign the initial proposal. Additionally, we’ve worked with Alaysia (Project Manager), two designers, and Tammy (Chief Experience Officer). Tammy is now the person keeping us up to date regarding upcoming payments, scheduled meetings, and more. Once we’re done with the design phase, we will work with the engineering team to develop the app.
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
We met ChopDawg.com through word of mouth. We went through a vetting process with 8–9 different software companies and design firms that we had shortlisted, including them. After 4–5 weeks of research and interviews, we decided to go with ChopDawg.com for multiple reasons. Firstly, they had experience in other financial apps, so they understood the fiduciary duties on the backend regarding holding customers’ funds and processing payments securely.
Secondly, they had a friendly vibe and inviting nature, as well as a great ability to explain expectations very clearly. They let us know the timelines and the different costs based on the different parts of the project, and they were very upfront and honest about what they were able to do and what they weren’t. We really valued that approach, so we decided to move forward with them. Given that I already knew ChopDawg.com’s limitations and capabilities, I hired them again for the second project.
How much have you invested with them?
We spent between $70,000–$75,000 on the first project. As for our current project, the total proposal is $90,000, divided into two aspects: $28,000 for the design and MVP development and the rest for the full product development.
What is the status of this engagement?
We first communicated with ChopDawg.com around November 2017 and signed our contract for the first project in early 2018. For our second engagement, we reached out to Josh in August 2022 and had our initial meeting with their design team in October 2022. To this day, our engagement is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Unfortunately, I don’t have any metrics to share. I didn’t bring to market the first company I was creating with ChopDawg.com’s help. If I would, the app would have been successful. However, the company was falling out, so I decided to end the venture. As for the second project, we’re still working on it.
Still, since I’ve known ChopDawg.com, I’ve seen some fantastic work done for larger organizations. Having million- and billion-dollar companies coming to them to redevelop their apps or redesign their websites speaks volumes about their work.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
ChopDawg.com’s design and development processes are seamless and very fun; working with their design team and seeing how they took our ideas and made them come to life has been amazing to watch.
Throughout both projects, we’ve understood why ChopDawg.com’s timelines are longer than other companies. App design and development projects require many different iterations, and various things happen throughout the process that we can’t anticipate. Still, having long timelines has worked very well for us because we’ve never felt like they’re rushing us or we’re rushing them.
Whenever they’ve had questions or issues during the development process, they quickly let us know where the limitations are. They’re very willing to deliver bad news, even if it is something we won't like.
As for collaboration tools, we use Figma for designs, Slack for communication, and Jira for project management. On Figma, we can keep track of timelines and add comments to our project’s boards. We also communicate via email for our overall communication regarding invoices, updates, upcoming meetings, and more.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Having Josh, who has been through the startup stage, is a great asset because he understands our challenges. We really value that he has guided us through the process. With ChopDawg.com, we don’t only have a technical partner but also a partner who values what we’re building and wants to see it grow.
Are there any areas they could improve?
During our first project, ChopDawg.com learned a lot regarding who to bring into their team. We had a few issues with one of the account managers that they had at the time, so we had to switch to a different account manager, which was a learning curve for them. After those incidents, they’ve understood that the people they bring into their team are also the face of their company. Still, they’ve improved in that area since then because our new team is amazing, and we’ve had no issues with them so far.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Firstly, be open and honest about your expectations regarding what you want from working on a project with them, including the type of people you expect to work with. Secondly, think about every single aspect that your project entails and have that included in the scope of work.
Changes and unplanned scope additions can drastically delay the timeline and ultimately affect your cost. Therefore, it is best first to sit down and take your time to review the entire scope and see if something is missing before you sign an agreement with them.
RATINGS
4.5
"They provide honest feedback and fabulous outcomes."
Quality
4.5
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
"They’re very good at planning deliverables and delivering according to timelines."
Cost
4.0
Value / within estimates
"Other companies could do different parts of our projects for cheaper, but we would be sacrificing quality."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"I've already recommended them to friends and colleagues.
Mobile App Development for Dating App
Mobile App DevelopmentWeb Development
Consumer Mobile App DevelopmentSocial App Development
$50,000 to $199,999
June - Dec. 2022
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“ChopDawg.com is absolutely amazing, and I love working with them.”
Oct 7, 2022
Owner, Dating App
Stacy Falco
Verified
Other industries
Southborough, Massachusetts
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com has designed and is now developing a mobile app for a dating platform in a niche market. The team is working based on the client’s requirements and has also made suggestions regarding features.
The client is delighted with the app’s design and the way its development is progressing. ChopDawg.com accommodates all requests, striving to achieve an app that meets all requirements. The team is timely, helpful, responsive, and communicative, and their forward-thinking approach stands out.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the sole owner of a dating app that hasn’t launched.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
I had the idea for a dating app within a niche market and hired ChopDawg.com to create the app for my business.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
ChopDawg.com has designed and is now developing my mobile app. I had specific features to set my app apart from others in the market, and they’ve also made several recommendations regarding what kinds of features the app should have.
What is the team composition?
I’ve been in touch with Joshua (CEO). Apart from him, I’ve worked with about six teammates from ChopDawg.com, including two designers, a project manager, and developers.
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
They came highly recommended by a friend of mine who’s an app developer. I also did my own Google search and read many of their reviews. When I looked at their portfolio, I liked the style of the things they’d done in the past. I chose them because I felt comfortable with their track record and what they were offering me.
How much have you invested with them?
I’ve spent somewhere around $85,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in June 2022, and the engagement is ongoing. We’re aiming to launch the app around December 2022.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
ChopDawg.com has been amazing; I'm really happy with the design and how everything has turned out. What I've loved most about them is that they're able to accommodate whatever I need — they can do anything I ask for. Moreover, they have many knowledgeable people on their team who listen and can implement anything. The team is doing everything they can to develop the app and have it perform exactly how I want it.
Joshua has also been helpful in providing advice outside the project's scope. For example, he's suggested hiring an attorney for certain protections and pointed me in the right direction in terms of the marketing I'll need. Overall, the ChopDawg.com team has been available to answer any questions about the business.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
The designers and developers are in touch with me almost daily. They use Slack and Figma for communication, and I can see the app's real-time progress on those tools. If I have a concern, I write them through Slack or comment on Figma, and I get an immediate response during working hours. Overall, they're super responsive and make me feel that my project is a priority for them. Moreover, the team strives to finish the project on time for the projected launch date.
What did you find most impressive about them?
ChopDawg.com is up to date about what's happening with the world and what the markets need. As a group and individually, they can give advice that makes sense for our fast-paced times and changing trends. With dating apps, people are getting tired of certain things, and ChopDawg.com is really connected with what's happening with society's needs.
They're very forward-thinking and familiar with what tools everyone uses. As a result, I don't have to worry about whether my app will be relevant by the time it launches. Moreover, their price structure is competitive compared to other companies I considered. Overall, ChopDawg.com is absolutely amazing, and I love working with them — I'm having so much fun.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I can't think of an area where they need to improve; I'm super happy with what they're doing.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
My advice is to be aware of every step of the process and don't be afraid to give your feedback. If you engage ChopDawg.com for a project, they'll want it to be successful. They'll tell you if one of your ideas isn't in your best interest, but at the same time, they want your product to be exactly what you want. The only way that can happen is if you're engaged, checking on the project, and communicating constantly.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Custom Mobile App Development for Dining Rewards Program App
Mobile App DevelopmentWeb Development
Consumer Mobile App DevelopmentAndroid App DevelopmentiPhone iOS App Development
Confidential
Mar. 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"We’ve had a seamless progression through the project."
Jul 18, 2022
CEO & Founder, Mangia Rewards
Anthony Conte
Verified
Other industries
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com is developing an iOS and Android mobile app for a dining rewards company. They're developing location-based GPS technology that displays local establishments, notifications, and promotions.
The client is pleased with ChopDawg.com's timeliness and ability to work with many varied opinions on topics like design and colors. They ensure approval is gained before finalizing any stage of the work and communicate proactively. Customers can expect hands-on and executive involvement.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the founder and CEO of a dining reward management company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
We wanted them to build a custom mobile application that fit my exact needs: directing people from businesses to restaurants. The application is GPS oriented and shows restaurants that participate in our program. Whatever restaurants are close to you, they’ll show up on your phone. The app also sends notifications and descriptions of the restaurants and their promotions, like Mother’s Day specials and things like that.
All we had was an idea on paper; it wasn’t about the technology at all. That’s why we went to them. Our goal was to streamline the technology to give us the features we needed.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
We had many, many discovery calls to ensure that they comprehended our vision and would be able to accommodate it. I also had some material showing how we got to this point. We provided them with a lot of material regarding a magazine, a dining task book, and a dining card to help them see what exactly we wanted to do. We tried to make it as easy as possible for them to understand our concept, and they understood it very quickly.
We’re supplying a list of restaurants to ChopDawg, and they’re building a mobile app that will list them and display what savings users can claim. The app is location-oriented, so there are GPS features built into the rewards. The application will be for iOS and Android, and they’re going to provide ongoing maintenance as well.
Outside of pure development, they also provide feedback on the idea itself; their CEO himself has provided some recommendations. Their knowledge and experience have resulted in them guiding us in a good direction.
What is the team composition?
I’m currently working with Theresa (Graphic Designer) and Madeline (Project Manager). There’s another resource that provides advisory services for us. I’m also working with Josh (CEO).
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
My director of operations sent me a list of companies, and ChopDawg was one of five on the list. They were responsive to my questions and proactive about meeting with me. Even to this day, they’ll always respond proactively. Some people at other agencies didn’t even respond to me.
They were incredibly attentive during the selection process. Business is all about rapport and relationships, and I’ve gotten along very well with their CEO.
What is the status of this engagement?
We’ve been working together since March 2022.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Everything has been on time. They haven’t missed one of our deadlines, and the key is communication. If there have been delays, they’ve been due to my team not providing them with the information they need fast enough. So much of graphic design is subjective. If you’re creating a mobile application, lots of people have different opinions on colors, and we have to aggregate all of those thoughts into decisions.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
We communicated in person in the beginning, but now we work virtually. Zoom and phone calls support our communication. There are two meetings every week for at least 90 minutes each to make sure we’re progressing nicely. We’ve had a seamless progression through the project.
What did you find most impressive about them?
What’s great about them is that they don’t move on to the next step until I approve the one that they’re on. Our lines of communication have been open and tremendous.
Their communication also stands out. I have all of their cell phone numbers, including the CEO’s. They’re available 24/7, which separates them from their competitors. There was one day when it was 9:30 pm on a Sunday, and the CEO got back to me. They’re very hands-on.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No company is perfect, but I’m totally happy right now. All their employees feel like my employees, and I’m pleased with everything we’ve accomplished. I can’t ask them to improve on anything.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Meet with them in person. Get in front of Josh and explain your project and what your expectations are. This type of interaction went a long way for me, and I think it will go a long way for other people that work with them. ChopDawg has passion, dedication, and thoughtfulness for what they’re trying to accomplish.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Web & Mobile App Dev for Telehealth Company
Mobile App DevelopmentWeb Development
Confidential
Mar. 2022 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They’re incredibly professional, and the team is always available for us every step of the way."
Jul 15, 2022
CEO, Telehealth Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Los Angeles, California
11-50 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
A telehealth company was looking to modernize their digital presence, so they engaged with ChopDawg.com to rebuild and redesign their web platform. Their tasks include feature integration and framework design.
ChopDawg.com has been highly consistent about adhering to their requirements and timelines, much to the client's delight. The team is very receptive to queries and concerns, and internal stakeholders are particularly impressed with their attention to detail and technical prowess.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the CEO of a telehealth company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
We were looking for someone to update our website and make it more modern and functional.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
ChopDawg.com is still in the process of helping us build a website to make it more relevant and user-friendly. Some of their tasks include updating the graphics, implementing new features, and building the framework.
What is the team composition?
My main point of contact is Joshua (CEO), with about 5–8 team members at various points throughout the project.
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
ChopDawg.com was referred to me by a mutual friend, and we hired them because their hands-on approach personally made me feel comfortable.
What is the status of this engagement?
Our ongoing partnership started in March 2022.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We haven’t launched yet, but I can say that they’re incredibly professional, and the team is always available for us every step of the way.
I don’t say this lightly, but I would highly recommend their services to anyone — I would use ChopDawg.com again for another project or to potentially update our current project down the road.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
They’re never late for meetings and are very easy to work with — if I experience any technical issues and concerns, I can connect with them immediately.
Moreover, everything is running precisely as intended thanks to their tentative schedule. We’ve had zero hiccups so far, which is quite impressive for a project of this size and scope.
What did you find most impressive about them?
We’re impressed with their resourcefulness, attentiveness, and technical expertise.
Are there any areas they could improve?
The project is running smoothly, so I wouldn’t change anything in their process.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
I advise connecting with Josh and ChopDawg.com for your web development needs.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Web App Dev & Design for Commercial Furniture Company
Web DesignWeb Development
Other app platform
$50,000 to $199,999
Mar. 2021 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“They’ve taken our ideas or feedback and properly implemented them into the website design.”
Jul 11, 2022
Owner, My Unique Closet
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com has provided app development and web design services for a commercial furniture company. They’re still working on the design phase, developing a 3D closet configurator and the website’s frontend.
Internal stakeholders are satisfied with ChopDawg.com’s performance. They’re efficient and independent, allowing the client to take time and focus on more pressing matters. Moreover, the team is transparent and responsive. Customers can expect a smooth and professional project management.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I'm the owner and operator of a commercial furniture company. We go around the world doing different commercial entities and private residential interiors, such as residential design, furnishings, closets, and home offices. My Unique Closet is just one iteration of the three websites we have to sell furniture. It's specifically closet-oriented, allowing people to configure and customize their closets. There are many closet configurators out there, such as The Container Store and IKEA, but we have a different spin.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Chop Dawg?
We needed help creating an app and the website’s frontend.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
We initially had a groundbreaking meeting with ChopDawg. It was about two hours long, and we cleared up many things. The initial process with them took about six weeks of being in contact, getting an initial consultation down, and then a quote. When we decided to move forward with the project about six months later, we reached out to their owner and hashed out the contract.
We’ve got 8–10 weeks of solid design work now. This isn’t a regular website. The configurator alone is very in-depth, and the application too. They’re developing a 3D closet configurator and the frontend website. We're still working through design elements; we haven't put anything into production.
What is the team composition?
We’ve had consistent communication with two designers, a project manager, and someone from the billing department. We also have a personal relationship with the owner.
How did you come to work with Chop Dawg?
We found them on Clutch. We reviewed about 30 web and app developers. All of them wanted to sign a contract before we had a scope of work down, which was very unnerving because we didn’t have experience in this industry or knowledge of its finer point. We felt we were being fooled with good numbers without having a scope of work. One company wanted $30,000 for the project, which seemed reasonable at the time. However, they kept forcing us to sign, insisting that all our questions would be answered after signing the contract.
ChopDawg had an entirely different process. They ensured that the scope of work was correctly defined in the contract so we’d understand exactly what we were getting and paying. If we’d gone with anybody else, we would’ve been screwed over.
Overall, the initial experience with them was completely the opposite of what we’d dealt with others, so it was special. We only felt comfortable moving forward because of ChopDawg’s process — we thought we’d get exactly what we’d pay for. They were a good company, and the team was patient with us through the process.
How much have you invested with them?
The total value of this web application is $70,000. We've spent about $56,000 because we have five installment payments of $14,000. Since we've taken a long time with the design process, we've paid up essentially until the final payment. We only owe one more fee, but it’ll be remitted when the website is complete.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in early March 2021, but we’ve been passively communicating since eight months ago. The work is still ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We haven’t completed the website, but everything thus far looks pretty solid. We’re confident that we’ll get it done and nail it. ChopDawg has streamlined everything, and they do a ton of work on the backend. Their team takes over, listens to our feedback, and runs with it so we don’t have to clarify things continually. They take great strides with little information, and it’s always in the right direction, so we feel confident just giving minor feedback.
As a business owner, taking time out of my day to spend with a designer with many different questions is hard. In that sense, they’ve done a great job bringing the information we give them and reproducing it across the board. We don’t have to spend a ton of time in the Figma file going through things or devote hours on end to the design process, which is where we are now. They’ve taken our ideas or feedback and properly implemented them into the website design. Overall, the process has been great — it’s smooth, seamless, and completely transparent.
How did Chop Dawg perform from a project management standpoint?
We have a project manager covering our account. We can reach out to them, and they generally follow up with reoccurring meetings or general updates on Slack or the channels we use to communicate with each other. Also, they make sure that everything is up to date, tasks are getting done, and nothing is missing.
We haven’t felt like we can’t reach them; we can text the owner at any time if we need help with something or want to know the project's status. They check with the team and get back to us, and it’s nice to know we have this option. We don’t have to go through a chain of command and address each department. He takes care of whatever we need and comes back with an answer. Sometimes they’re working through a lot of minutiae, so they don’t have the liberty to make a judgment call vertically. ChopDawg’s owner deals with his team and comes back with the judgment calls already made. It cuts down on tax questions and different levels of communication, so something that could take two days to clear up is done in a couple of hours, which is great.
What did you find most impressive about them?
We had a 70-page document with our initial design sketches and general bullet points for the scope of work. No other company wanted to take the time to review it to provide a scope and honest price. They sent us quotes for hundreds of thousands of dollars after we just gave them bullet points over the phone. After 1–2 calls, they’d just send a quote, an invoice for their initial deposit, and a contract.
On the other hand, ChopDawg took the time to understand what we needed and reviewed the work scope. They took about a week to decide what to do because the app was a bit complicated. After that, we didn’t talk to anybody else. Getting the contract hammered down took six weeks, and that’s where they differed.
They’re transparent about our vision, scope of work, and what we’re getting. ChopDawg wants to ensure we feel comfortable through the entire process. We can’t say enough good things about them.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, there’s absolutely nothing negative about them. I don't think they could’ve done anything differently or better. They’ve been flexible regarding billing. Also, they’ve allowed us to take more time than within the contract for the design, and we haven’t been penalized for slowing the project down. We’d totally use them for any project going forward.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"So far, everything they've delivered has been precisely what we wanted and expected."
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"We’ve never missed a meeting. They’re accommodating."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Several other candidates wanted well over six figures for this project. The value is astronomically great."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"I highly recommend them.
Mobile App Dev for Healthcare Education Software Company
“Thanks to ChopDawg’s help, I was able to bring my vision to reality within my self-funded budget.”
Feb 15, 2022
CEO, Steps Insitu LLC
Jason Burgess
Verified
Education
Mount Laurel, New Jersey
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
ChopDawg.com developed the front- and backend of an iOS and Android app for a healthcare training simulation company using React Native. They also helped the client create a WordPress website for the app.
The client presented a nonfunctional prototype at an international conference, and the released app garnered national prizes for medical simulation innovation. ChopDawg helped the client develop the app within budget, and they were highly responsive via Slack, phone, and video conferencing apps.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the CEO of Steps Insitu LLC. We’re a simulation software company that provides a software training solution to healthcare providers who attend high-risk deliveries in hospitals.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with ChopDawg.com?
I wanted to create a tablet application solution that would simulate a patient or infant’s behaviors in reaction to a medical team’s responses during a high-risk delivery. I wanted the app to document the patient’s situation, the team’s action, and the outcome. That situation would lead to another one, and so on.
I wanted the solution to realistically display a patient’s situation and responses to their treatment. The program needed to respond to every action and address both accurate and inaccurate responses in training. I had built a simple prototype of the program but needed more in-depth coding work done.
At the end of the simulation, all users needed to be able to access personal debriefings from each training session. Hospitals needed to be able to review performance analytics from their teams based on these simulations so that they could create action plans to improve performance.
As a nurse, I didn’t have the experience to market myself professionally, so I also needed some marketing guidance after I released the software.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
I provided ChopDawg.com with a comprehensive vision for every button pressed, every action, and every reaction simulated in the app. I drove the vision, and they provided me with the technical implementation.
I needed ChopDawg.com to help me design the simulation program’s UI/UX, so I needed a graphic designer and a programmer. Josh (CEO) met with me to discuss ideas and services, helping me plan ways to achieve my objectives given my budget.
ChopDawg.com helped me choose a coding language, React Native, because it was most flexible on Android and iOS based on my budget. They also helped me publish my application to the Apple Store and Google Marketplace.
ChopDawg.com also helped me set up a WordPress website, which needed graphic design work. Within their network, ChopDawg.com provided me with everything that I needed outside of legal services. And in that case, they were able to guide me in the right direction toward a lawyer who could help me create terms of service contracts.
ChopDawg.com tracked and fixed bugs while developing the app. After I released the software, ChopDawg.com’s marketing staff helped me design a marketing plan.
What is the team composition?
I mostly dealt directly with a project manager, but I also worked directly with Josh (CEO), a project engineer, a graphic designer, and a marketing specialist as needed.
How did you come to work with ChopDawg.com?
I was researching local app developers online, and I met with Josh (CEO) at a coffee shop for an interview. Josh was very honest with me about what was possible within my budget, and I chose ChopDawg.com because I valued that honesty. ChopDawg saw this project’s potential to help people and wanted to work with me.
How much have you invested with them?
I’ve spent about $55,000 with ChopDawg.com.
What is the status of this engagement?
I started working with ChopDawg.com on a nonfunctional prototype in 2018. We took some downtime so that I could show the prototype around to gauge interest. We started again on the actual application in about March 2021 and finished work in December 2021.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
I presented the nonfunctional prototype at the American Academy of Pediatrics Bright Ideas Showcase, an international conference. I then presented the application at the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, a national conference, in 2021. I was awarded the best and most innovative for the Simventors showcase and took home one of the highest prizes in their innovation category.
How did ChopDawg.com perform from a project management standpoint?
I wanted the program done before a conference, and ChopDawg.com delivered on time. They were very open in their communications. The project manager that ChopDawg.com assigned to me was very responsive. I directed all of my questions to them, and I had access to the program engineer during our calls if needed.
From the outset, Josh gave me clear feedback on ways to control development costs so that I could stay within my budget. He helped me avoid unnecessary costs, and helped me identify places where I could stay within my self-funded budget through sweat equity.
Whenever I’ve had to report issues with the program, ChopDawg.com has been impressively responsive via their Slack channel. All of my issues were quickly resolved, and I didn’t feel like I was ever left holding the bag when I worked with them.
We coordinated mainly via Slack, but we also used Zoom, Google Meet, text, phone, and a bug-checking website. I could call them anytime within business hours, and Josh was quick to respond when I once called him outside of business hours.
What did you find most impressive about them?
With ChopDawg.com, I didn’t feel like I was being sold to. I felt like ChopDawg.com genuinely wanted to help me achieve my vision, and they saw the value in this program that would help train the future of healthcare. Thanks to ChopDawg’s help, I was able to bring my vision to reality within my self-funded budget.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I have no areas of improvement to suggest.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
There are ways to get what you want, and it’s just a matter of how you communicate your needs to your partners. If the cost they present is outside of your budget, give them a chance and tell them what you’re working with. If you open your communication the way I did, they can help you come up with a plan for achieving your goals.
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