# Custom Stacks Custom Stacks Reviews (19), Pricing, Services & Verified Ratings - Premier Verified - 5.0 out of 5 average review rating - 4 connections joined Custom Stacks's Network [Visit Website](https://customstacks.com/?utm_source=clutch.co&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=directory) [Get a Custom Proposal](https://clutch.co/profile/custom-stacks) **Custom Software & Artificial Intelligence** Purpose-built Custom Software and AI Development for the Best Version of your Business. At Custom Stacks we provide clients a personalized, transparent, and dependable software development experience. We achieve this by staying true to our time-proven development process, communication practices, and customer-centric policies. Our 7-Step Software Development Process We take our clients through a comprehensive 7 step process that begins with innovation sessions to learn about their business and objectives. From there, we complete an interactive mockup or prototype in the Visual Design stage and proceed to development. After quality assurance, we help you manage the deployment and maintenance of your application in production. Through the entire process, without exception, your Custom Stacks project manager is eager to educate, advocate for, and support you. ## Company Information - Minimum project size: $10,000+ - Hourly rate: $100 - $149 - Number of employees: 10 - 49 - 2 Locations: - Rancho Cucamonga, CA (Headquarters) - Covina, CA - Founded in 2018 - 1 languages: English - 1 timezones: Pacific Standard Time (PST) ## Services, Focus Areas, Industries, and Clients ### Service Lines - 30% AI Development - 25% Mobile App Development - 20% Custom Software Development - 15% Generative AI - 10% Low/No Code Development ### Focus Areas - Low Code Development: - 100% Airtable - AI Technologies & Models: - 100% Open AI GPT-3 - Generative AI Focus: - 80% AI Text Generation - 20% AI Code Generation - Mobile Focus: - 60% Enterprise Mobile App Development - 20% Business Intelligence Mobile App Development - 10% Productivity Mobile App Development - 10% Sales Enablement & CRM Mobile App Development - Mobile Platforms: - 60% Hybrid & cross platform apps - 20% Android App Development - 20% iPhone iOS App Development - No Code Development: - 50% Bubble - 50% Webflow - AI Expertise: - 50% Chatbots & Conversational AI - 50% Machine Learning - Programming & Scripting: - 50% PHP - 20% JavaScript - 20% Typescript - 5% HTML5 - 5% Python - Frameworks and CMS: - 45% Laravel - 25% CodeIgniter - 10% NodeJS - 10% React - 10% React Native - Application Platforms: - 30% Amazon Application Development Framework - 30% Azure Platform - 15% Google app engine - 15% Linux server - 10% Windows server ### Industries - 10% Legal - 25% Other industries - 10% Business services - 20% eCommerce - 5% Financial services - 30% Information technology ### Clients - 50% Small Business (<$10M) - 40% Midmarket ($10M - $1B) - 10% Enterprise (>$1B) ## Pricing Snapshot Average rating for cost based on this provider's reviews: 5.0 out of 5 **What Clients Have Said** *(This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.)*: Custom Stacks offers competitive pricing, with projects typically ranging from $7,000 to over $100,000 depending on scope. Clients appreciate the value for cost due to effective project management and high-quality deliverables, often leading to long-term partnerships. **Most Common Project Size**: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 15 reviews *(Pricing information for this provider is based on reviews where the project size was available.)* ### Pricing by Service - Custom Software Development: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 8 reviews - Mobile App Development: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 6 reviews - Web Development: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 3 reviews - AI Consulting: $50,000 to $199,999 based on 1 review - AI Development: $50,000 to $199,999 based on 1 review - Application Management & Support: $10,000 to $49,000 based on 1 review - Robotics Process Automation: Confidential based on 1 review ## Reviews Clutch investigates each reviewer's identity and work history. 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[Learn More](https://help.clutch.co/en/knowledge/how-clutch-verifies-reviews) ### Custom Stacks Review Insights Overall Review Rating: 5.0 - Quality: 4.9 - Schedule: 4.8 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 ### Top Mentions - Timely (9 mentions) - Great project management (6 mentions) - Professional (5 mentions) - Communicative (4 mentions) - Flexible (3 mentions) - High-quality work (3 mentions) - Accessible (2 mentions) - Easy to work with (2 mentions) - Knowledgeable (2 mentions) - Proactive (2 mentions) - Transparent (2 mentions) - Creative (1 mentions) - Efficient (1 mentions) - Exceptional results (1 mentions) - Helpful (1 mentions) - Honest (1 mentions) - Innovative (1 mentions) - Patient (1 mentions) - Personable (1 mentions) - Puts the customer first (1 mentions) ### Review Highlights **High Client Satisfaction** Clients consistently express high satisfaction with Custom Stacks' services, praising their ability to deliver on promises and exceed expectations. This has led to long-term partnerships and repeat engagements. **Proactive and Professional Team** The team at Custom Stacks is noted for their professionalism and proactive approach. They maintain clear communication and adapt to client needs, fostering trust and strong client relationships. **Client-Centered Approach** Custom Stacks prioritizes client needs, offering personalized solutions and maintaining open lines of communication. This approach ensures client goals are met and fosters a collaborative working environment. **Cost-Effective Solutions** Custom Stacks offers cost-effective solutions, providing high-quality services within budget constraints. Clients appreciate the value provided, noting the balance between cost and quality. **Expertise in AI and Automation** Custom Stacks excels in developing AI and automation frameworks, enhancing operational efficiency for diverse industries. Law firms and marketing agencies praise their ability to streamline processes and integrate AI tools, improving performance and scalability. **Adaptability and Flexibility** Custom Stacks demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, adjusting to changing project scopes and client needs. This quality is particularly valued in complex projects and dynamic industries. **Technical Expertise Across Industries** Custom Stacks possesses deep technical expertise, successfully delivering projects in various industries such as fintech, legal, and marketing. Their broad knowledge base supports diverse client needs and innovative solutions. **Strong Project Management** Clients appreciate Custom Stacks' project management, citing timely deliveries and responsiveness. Weekly updates and demos ensure transparency and progress, leading to high satisfaction and successful project outcomes. **Minor Areas for Improvement** While generally praised, some clients noted minor areas for improvement, such as occasional time zone challenges and timeline adjustments. These issues were typically resolved through effective communication. ### Custom Stacks Reviews #### AI Development for Digital Marketing Company (Featured Review) **The Project** - Services: AI Consulting, AI Development, Custom Software Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Jan. 2017 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Custom Stacks provides technical fulfillment, AI consulting, AI development, and security compliance for a digital marketing company. The team helps the client develop custom AI apps for end customers. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Digital Marketing Company - Industry: Advertising & marketing - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Apr 11, 2024 **Feedback Summary**: Throughout the engagement, Custom Stacks has become a close, trustworthy, and reliable partner, managing large development projects and creating functional apps for end customers. The team offers stellar project management and constantly stays up to date with technology trends. This review is an update by the client company. The original content is located below the new review. ""They have proven over the years to not only be reliable but to be constantly at the forefront of technology."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position. I am the CEO of an advertising & marketing company Describe what your company does in a single sentence.Introduce your business and what you do there.: I’m the CEO of a full-service web agency that focuses on serving nonprofit organizations. We provide comprehensive digital marketing, web design, and web development services while keeping accessibility at the heart of everything we do. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address?We brought the Custom Stacks team in to help with technical fulfillment, AI consulting & services, and privacy & security compliance. When our clients started asking us about AI and integrating it into their existing work streams, we knew we needed help from a reputable expert. Not only that, but since we service nonprofits, we were looking for an expert committed to ethical AI.The Custom Stacks team was extremely sensitive to this and it made it much easier to bring AI to our nonprofits. Lastly, our clients often process & store sensitive data; Custom Stacks' expertise in digital privacy and security compliance made them an excellent choice for addressing all of the challenges outlined. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement and team dynamic?The team at Custom Stacks has provided their expertise in services like AI and custom app development for a number of our clients. They have particularly been an excellent partner in working with us to help flesh out AI use cases, plan out AI implementation, and execute on AI development for our large nonprofit clients.We regularly schedule time to meet with their team to discuss AI and how we can implement it to better serve our nonprofits and their missions. It has resulted in our nonprofit clients to incredibly increase their positive impact, augmenting the work that nonprofits can do with limited staffing resources. What's the status of this engagement?We have been working with the Custom Stacks team since 2017. They have proven over the years to not only be reliable but to be constantly at the forefront of technology. Their reliability has never wavered and we plan to continue engaging their team for the foreseeable future. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** How did your relationship with Custom Stacks evolve?Since we began working with Custom Stacks, our relationship has evolved to be more closely integrated over the years. Their team has supported us in bidding out projects, managing large development projects, and maintaining apps they have built for our clients. Their project management team has become absolutely stellar and has resulted in us leveraging those services more and more over time. In what ways can they improve?It's hard to say there are any areas to improve. Over the years, they’ve expertly scaled their processes as they’ve grown as a company themselves. They’ve found the best and brightest talent out there and I truly believe Custom Stacks should keep doing what they’re doing and focusing on what they excel at. What advice do you have for clients with similar needs to yours?Don’t be afraid to schedule a call, especially if you are unsure how to leverage their services (particularly around AI). Their team is generous with their advice and excellent at bringing well thought out solutions to you that you would have never thought of on your own.Whether you choose with work with Custom Stacks or not, Chris will give you a better understanding of your idea from a technical standpoint and offer suggestions on how to incorporate the latest technology that will be the most scalable for your organization. **UPDATED REVIEW** This review was published on April 23, 2020.CEO, Full Service Digital AgencyAdvertising & marketingRunning Springs, California1-10 EmployeesMar 2017 - Ongoing$50,000 to $199,999Project summaryIn an ongoing partnership, DADEN LLC delivers backend development services through app development and CRM integrations for a full-service digital agency. Feedback summaryThe team at DADEN LLC continues being a resourceful partner for the client. Their responsiveness and transparent communication makes them stand out from other similar providers. They exceeded expectations.BACKGROUNDIntroduce your business and what you do there.I’m the CEO of a full-service web organization that focuses on serving positive impact organizations. We want to provide digital marketing, web designs, or full-blown digital campaigns to them. Our goal is to support those who support others.OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGEWhat challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC?We brought their team in to help with service fulfillment by filling in the gaps of our growing team. We started engaging with them once our company launched due to the fact we were bringing on more work than we could handle.SOLUTIONWhat was the scope of their involvement?The team at DADEN LLC has provided their expertise in services like custom app development and CRM integrations. All of our work together is a collaboration. Any frontend work is handled on our end, but they control a lot of backend technical aspects.What is the team composition?There is one point of contact per project, but I do have a good relationship with their CEO.How did you come to work with DADEN LLC?I used to work with Chris (CEO) at a couple of other companies. When he started his company, it was a no brainer to give them a shot since I’ve known him for so long. We’ve tried a couple of other agencies in the past for clarity, but none of them have been remote in quality or delivery compared to DADEN LLC. The team delivered well beyond expectations.How much have you invested with them?Over the last three years, we’ve spent between $75,000 and over $100,000.What is the status of this engagement?I believe we started working with them in February or March of 2017.RESULTS & FEEDBACKWhat evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?Today, our strategic partnership is thriving. We could fill some of the roles they offer in-house, but since their team remains an efficient resource, it doesn’t make sense. They have a strong grasp of meeting deadlines at a reasonable price point. In terms of delivery, we have specific technical guidelines. Their team has always included an extra element to our projects. They’ve also exceeded the standards for quality communication and responsiveness.How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint?Project management is handled on our end. DADEN LLC has great project managers that are assigned to work with us internally. They make sure everything runs smoothly. But in order to deliver the full project, our teams need to coordinate both timelines.The entire process is transparent. They’re open and honest with their clients. While I’m a technical person, they don’t cater their projects in a way people can’t understand. I see a lot of agencies struggle with that. If there isn’t technical knowledge, it’s hard to grasp the timelines, concepts, and how long deliverables take. They’ve done an excellent job of bringing everyone along with their process.What did you find most impressive about them?Chris is a very technical founder. He is still a practicing developer, so all of his knowledge is current. It ensures that his team is also top-notch. Chris offers great solutions to any agency. If clients come to him with a half-baked idea or concept, he’s a great person to whiteboard it out and start that journey with.Are there any areas they could improve?No. Over the years, they’ve worked out a lot of kinks as they’ve grown as a company. They’ve found the best and brightest talent out there. DADEN LLC should keep doing what they’re doing, focusing on what they excel at.Do you have any advice for potential customers?Don’t be afraid to schedule a call. It’s always free to talk, and their team is generous with their time. If you have an idea, concern, or development question, I would encourage reaching out to them. Whether you choose with work with DADEN LLC or not, Chris will give you a better understanding of your idea from a technical standpoint.Star RatingsOverall rating: 5Quality: 5Cost: 5Schedule: 5Willing to refer:  5 --- #### AI & Automation Development for Law Firm **The Project** - Services: AI Development, Robotics Process Automation - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Jan. 2025 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Custom Stacks provides AI and automation development services for a law firm. The team has implemented automation processes, system enhancements, and technology components to improve operational efficiency. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Operations Manager, Manning Law - Industry: Legal - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Dec 24, 2025 **Feedback Summary**: Custom Stacks has deployed the client's core AI and automation components, reducing manual communication and reporting tasks. The team has been highly professional, responsive, and timely during the engagementr. Custom Stacks provides weekly progress updates and demos and is overall a top-tier firm. ""They are a premiere consultant/dev group that is extremely professional."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Operations Manager of Manning LawDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.We are a law firm that focuses on civil litigation. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Custom Stacks to accomplish?Maintain system reliability and performanceEstablish a foundational AI and automation frameworkGenerate detailed visibility into any workflow with easeIncrease overall performance and revenue to the firmCreate a proactive work environment that is highly adaptable to change quicklyImprove operational efficiency and compliance workflowsStreamline communication through AI-powered voice and chat toolsEnable scalable automation for future phasesCultivate staff interest in to learning and adopt AI tools/technologies **SOLUTION** How did you find Custom Stacks?ReferralWhy did you select Custom Stacks over others?High ratingsClose to my geographic locationPricing fit our budgetGreat culture fitReferred to meCompany values alignedDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Goals or objectivesEstablish a foundational AI and automation frameworkImprove operational efficiency and compliance workflowsStreamline communication through AI-powered voice and chat toolsEnable scalable automation for future phasesMaintain system reliability and performanceKey metrics or indicators of successSuccessful deployment of core AI and automation componentsReduction in manual communication and reporting tasksReliable AI voice and chatbot interactionsImproved workflow efficiency and system stabilityStakeholder satisfaction and readiness for future automationScope of workThis project focused on Prop65 – AI & Automation Phase 1, establishing the foundational AI capabilities and workflow automation required to support the Client’s operational efficiency and compliance needs.Phase 1 centered on implementing core automation processes, system enhancements, and technology components to begin building a scalable, AI-driven operational framework. These foundational improvements were designed to streamline internal workflows, improve reliability, and prepare the organization for future AI expansion.In parallel, CustomStacks provided ongoing hourly support across additional initiatives, including Meet & Confer workflow enhancements, onboarding automation, automated reporting, data and server infrastructure improvements, and general system maintenance to ensure continued platform stability and performance.The scope also included the development of two AI-powered communication tools. The first was an AI Voice System capable of receiving incoming calls, interpreting message content, and automatically routing email notifications to the appropriate recipients. The second was an AI Core Chatbot, enabling users to call in or interact digitally to receive case updates, automated responses, and answers to common questions.Together, these efforts delivered a strong AI foundation that improves communication, reduces manual effort, and supports long-term automation and scalability. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Successful deployment of core AI and automation components.  Usability from Core Users.Reduction in manual communication and reporting tasksReliable AI voice and chatbot interactionsImproved workflow efficiency and system stabilityStakeholder satisfaction and readiness for future automationDescribe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Their team manages projects by taking in all requests from the various users from our firm and they maintain a key action item task that is circulated at least once a week, with a definite status report by end of day on the last day of the week.  They are very responsive to our needs, questions, asks, requests, etc.. and they deliver on those needs, questions, asks, requests, etc. incredibly fast - usually within a week's time or faster.For matters or projects that are either multistep or take more than one week to complete, they inform us of all progress updates and demo any updates to us on a weekly basis.  We meet weekly with their team to ensure that progress has been made and they deliver on every project.  If projects take longer than expected, they are very direct and explain the reasons why in a clear, easy to understand matter with individuals at the firm.We have never run into a scenario where their team "drops the ball" on delivering on a particular project or request.  They are top tier in my opinion.What was your primary form of communication with Custom Stacks?In-Person MeetingVirtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?I'm very impressed with the professionalism and quick executability they have with projects.  They leave no doubt or wiggle room for our firm to believe that they cannot handle requests we ask of them nor do we ever feel like they are taking advantage of us.  They are a premiere consultant/dev group that is extremely professional and are an overall top tier firm.  They are at the top of my list to refer out their services to any other company looking to improve their processes through the use of Ai.Are there any areas for improvement or something Custom Stacks could have done differently?None.  There is nothing that they have done where I believe they should have done differently.  They communicate precisely and effectively towards any project and are 5 out of 5 stars in my book. --- #### AI Development for Digital Marketing Company **The Project** - Services: AI Consulting, AI Development, Custom Software Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Jan. 2017 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Custom Stacks provides technical fulfillment, AI consulting, AI development, and security compliance for a digital marketing company. The team helps the client develop custom AI apps for end customers. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Digital Marketing Company - Industry: Advertising & marketing - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Apr 11, 2024 **Feedback Summary**: Throughout the engagement, Custom Stacks has become a close, trustworthy, and reliable partner, managing large development projects and creating functional apps for end customers. The team offers stellar project management and constantly stays up to date with technology trends. This review is an update by the client company. The original content is located below the new review. ""They have proven over the years to not only be reliable but to be constantly at the forefront of technology."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position. I am the CEO of an advertising & marketing company Describe what your company does in a single sentence.Introduce your business and what you do there.: I’m the CEO of a full-service web agency that focuses on serving nonprofit organizations. We provide comprehensive digital marketing, web design, and web development services while keeping accessibility at the heart of everything we do. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address?We brought the Custom Stacks team in to help with technical fulfillment, AI consulting & services, and privacy & security compliance. When our clients started asking us about AI and integrating it into their existing work streams, we knew we needed help from a reputable expert. Not only that, but since we service nonprofits, we were looking for an expert committed to ethical AI.The Custom Stacks team was extremely sensitive to this and it made it much easier to bring AI to our nonprofits. Lastly, our clients often process & store sensitive data; Custom Stacks' expertise in digital privacy and security compliance made them an excellent choice for addressing all of the challenges outlined. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement and team dynamic?The team at Custom Stacks has provided their expertise in services like AI and custom app development for a number of our clients. They have particularly been an excellent partner in working with us to help flesh out AI use cases, plan out AI implementation, and execute on AI development for our large nonprofit clients.We regularly schedule time to meet with their team to discuss AI and how we can implement it to better serve our nonprofits and their missions. It has resulted in our nonprofit clients to incredibly increase their positive impact, augmenting the work that nonprofits can do with limited staffing resources. What's the status of this engagement?We have been working with the Custom Stacks team since 2017. They have proven over the years to not only be reliable but to be constantly at the forefront of technology. Their reliability has never wavered and we plan to continue engaging their team for the foreseeable future. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** How did your relationship with Custom Stacks evolve?Since we began working with Custom Stacks, our relationship has evolved to be more closely integrated over the years. Their team has supported us in bidding out projects, managing large development projects, and maintaining apps they have built for our clients. Their project management team has become absolutely stellar and has resulted in us leveraging those services more and more over time. In what ways can they improve?It's hard to say there are any areas to improve. Over the years, they’ve expertly scaled their processes as they’ve grown as a company themselves. They’ve found the best and brightest talent out there and I truly believe Custom Stacks should keep doing what they’re doing and focusing on what they excel at. What advice do you have for clients with similar needs to yours?Don’t be afraid to schedule a call, especially if you are unsure how to leverage their services (particularly around AI). Their team is generous with their advice and excellent at bringing well thought out solutions to you that you would have never thought of on your own.Whether you choose with work with Custom Stacks or not, Chris will give you a better understanding of your idea from a technical standpoint and offer suggestions on how to incorporate the latest technology that will be the most scalable for your organization. **UPDATED REVIEW** This review was published on April 23, 2020.CEO, Full Service Digital AgencyAdvertising & marketingRunning Springs, California1-10 EmployeesMar 2017 - Ongoing$50,000 to $199,999Project summaryIn an ongoing partnership, DADEN LLC delivers backend development services through app development and CRM integrations for a full-service digital agency. Feedback summaryThe team at DADEN LLC continues being a resourceful partner for the client. Their responsiveness and transparent communication makes them stand out from other similar providers. They exceeded expectations.BACKGROUNDIntroduce your business and what you do there.I’m the CEO of a full-service web organization that focuses on serving positive impact organizations. We want to provide digital marketing, web designs, or full-blown digital campaigns to them. Our goal is to support those who support others.OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGEWhat challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC?We brought their team in to help with service fulfillment by filling in the gaps of our growing team. We started engaging with them once our company launched due to the fact we were bringing on more work than we could handle.SOLUTIONWhat was the scope of their involvement?The team at DADEN LLC has provided their expertise in services like custom app development and CRM integrations. All of our work together is a collaboration. Any frontend work is handled on our end, but they control a lot of backend technical aspects.What is the team composition?There is one point of contact per project, but I do have a good relationship with their CEO.How did you come to work with DADEN LLC?I used to work with Chris (CEO) at a couple of other companies. When he started his company, it was a no brainer to give them a shot since I’ve known him for so long. We’ve tried a couple of other agencies in the past for clarity, but none of them have been remote in quality or delivery compared to DADEN LLC. The team delivered well beyond expectations.How much have you invested with them?Over the last three years, we’ve spent between $75,000 and over $100,000.What is the status of this engagement?I believe we started working with them in February or March of 2017.RESULTS & FEEDBACKWhat evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?Today, our strategic partnership is thriving. We could fill some of the roles they offer in-house, but since their team remains an efficient resource, it doesn’t make sense. They have a strong grasp of meeting deadlines at a reasonable price point. In terms of delivery, we have specific technical guidelines. Their team has always included an extra element to our projects. They’ve also exceeded the standards for quality communication and responsiveness.How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint?Project management is handled on our end. DADEN LLC has great project managers that are assigned to work with us internally. They make sure everything runs smoothly. But in order to deliver the full project, our teams need to coordinate both timelines.The entire process is transparent. They’re open and honest with their clients. While I’m a technical person, they don’t cater their projects in a way people can’t understand. I see a lot of agencies struggle with that. If there isn’t technical knowledge, it’s hard to grasp the timelines, concepts, and how long deliverables take. They’ve done an excellent job of bringing everyone along with their process.What did you find most impressive about them?Chris is a very technical founder. He is still a practicing developer, so all of his knowledge is current. It ensures that his team is also top-notch. Chris offers great solutions to any agency. If clients come to him with a half-baked idea or concept, he’s a great person to whiteboard it out and start that journey with.Are there any areas they could improve?No. Over the years, they’ve worked out a lot of kinks as they’ve grown as a company. They’ve found the best and brightest talent out there. DADEN LLC should keep doing what they’re doing, focusing on what they excel at.Do you have any advice for potential customers?Don’t be afraid to schedule a call. It’s always free to talk, and their team is generous with their time. If you have an idea, concern, or development question, I would encourage reaching out to them. Whether you choose with work with DADEN LLC or not, Chris will give you a better understanding of your idea from a technical standpoint.Star RatingsOverall rating: 5Quality: 5Cost: 5Schedule: 5Willing to refer:  5 --- #### Mobile App Dev & Support for Student-Focused Marketplace **The Project** - Services: Application Management & Support, Mobile App Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Apr. 2021 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC took over an Android app development project for a student marketplace, fixed some issues, set up the servers, and developed an iOS version from scratch. Now, they provide maintenance and support. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Nova Innovations Inc - Industry: Retail - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Oct 18, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: DADEN LLC worked faster and more efficiently than the previous company in charge of the project, and they delivered an easy-to-navigate app. The team is supportive and knowledgeable, and they fix issues quickly. They also stick to deadlines and budgets, and they’re very patient with their clients. "“DADEN’s knowledge, patience, and expertise have made this project less intimidating.”" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the CEO of Nova Innovations Inc. We developed a mobile application called Nova Shopping, an exclusive online marketplace for college students. This marketplace allows students to sell and buy products from one another within their school or university. Currently, we have iOS and Android versions live, each on their respective stores. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? DADEN helped us with the development of our mobile app. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? Initially, we provided them with information about our application, as our Andriod version was almost done when they joined the project. However, they developed the iOS version from scratch using Swift, helped us integrate it with the server backend, and fixed some wrong things with the Android app. Overall, they’ve helped us a lot. DADEN’s approach was to create native apps, and they’re now responsible for the apps and the server maintenance. Among the key features are a Stripe integration and an API integration that supports various functionalities within the app. The easiest way to explain our app is with an example of a transaction between two students. Through this app, a senior student can sell one of their old textbooks to a freshman student. They can message each other during the transaction to arrange a place and a time to meet on their campus. This app also shows the students a list of the articles posted for sale within a 10-mile radius so that students can only sell to other students in their same school. When the students meet to complete the transaction, the buyer scans a QR code to confirm that the seller is delivering the article they saw online in the right condition. Once the QR code is scanned, the money gets transferred from the buyer’s to our Nova Stripe account and then to the seller’s account using Venmo. What is the team composition? Christopher (CEO & Chief Architect) oversees the project, and Alexis (Project Manager) helps us schedule meetings. We’ve also worked with various iOS and PHP developers from their end. How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? I was reaching out to software development companies for my project through Upwork, and I contacted Christopher. At the time, I didn’t go with him, which proved to be a big mistake. I went with a different team and didn’t have the best experience. I reached out to Christopher again around March 2021, looking for him to take over the project and finish it. He was more than happy to take on the opportunity. How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent $17,000. What is the status of this engagement? We started working together in April 2021, and they delivered the final product in September 2021. However, they still provide maintenance and support. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  We started working with the previous company around September 2020, and we couldn’t complete the Android app until August 2021. However, DADEN delivered the iOS version, fixed the Android version, and set up the servers in a few months. They were faster and more efficient, and if we had worked with them from the beginning, the project would have been delivered much quicker. We’ve been testing the app to ensure that it is running smoothly. We’ve found some minor glitches, but Christopher and his team have fixed the servers, and the issues are no longer happening. DADEN has created a very open environment where I, as a client, feel free to express when a change needs to be made, and they work very fast to solve any issues. We acquired 100 users across both platforms during this testing period, and we’re now launching a marketing campaign to start promoting the app across the nation. We’re expecting important user growth from now on, and I’m sure that with DADEN’s maintenance, support, and expertise, we will be well equipped to see that growth happening. The users now using the app love its simplicity and how easy it is to navigate through it. We’re very happy with their feedback, and I’m expecting great things to come from this project in the near future. How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? DADEN is great when it comes to project management. I told Christopher about our budget very early on, and he stuck with it. Whenever he has told me that something is going to get done by a specific date, it is, and there hasn’t been a moment where he didn’t meet his word. We use Google Chat to communicate, where we have a group chat set up with both of our teams. We also have Christopher’s personal cellphone number, and we often exchange emails as well. What did you find most impressive about them? DADEN has a great ability to work with beginners in the technology space. We’re in college ourselves, and the oldest member of our team is 21 years old. Although some of us have some technical knowledge, neither of us had the knowledge required to develop an application this complex. Other companies might find it difficult to work with inexperienced teams, but DADEN has been very patient with us, and whenever we’ve had questions, they’ve answered them. What differentiates them from other providers is that they always try to assist their clients on a personal level. Engaging in these kinds of technology projects can be intimidating, but DADEN’s knowledge, patience, and expertise have made this project less intimidating. Are there any areas they could improve? It would be awesome if they were less expensive. However, they’ve worked within our budget, and we’ve got what we’ve paid for. Overall, they’re great. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Know what you want and go into the project with a clear mindset. If you don’t know what you want, you might make wrong decisions. After you engage with a company, have good communication skills, and be patient. Technology is an art, and it requires a process, so you can’t rush it. --- #### iOS & Android App Dev for Consumer Services Company **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Nov. 2020 - Aug. 2021 **Project Summary**: A consumer services company hired DADEN LLC to build their iOS and Android app. The platform's purpose was to automate the client's hiring and scheduling processes as well as their payment integrations. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Co-Founder, Gas Money LLC - Industry: Business services - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Sep 8, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: With DADEN LLC's incredible mobile app development skills, the client was satisfied with their work. The iOS and Android app gained 5-star reviews due to their user-friendly features. Above all, the team effectively communicated even in remote conditions and quickly resolved all technical issues. ""Daden LLC was amazing at understanding our goals and bringing our vision to life."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and your position there. I am the co-founder of Gas Money LLC, which is a platform that allows clients to find and hire young adults in their area for the completion of home- and yard-based services. Contractors who sign up to work on our app can set their own hours, rates, and schedules, and they can also collaborate with their peers. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** For what projects/services did your company hire DADEN LLC, and what were your goals? We wanted to develop a mobile app for our users to help automate the process of hiring, scheduling, and receiving payments. Our goal was to make the app as simple to use as possible, while also giving our contractors freedom to message clients, adjust service dates/times, and easily get payments. Another goal with the app is to scale our company. With the app, it will be much easier to grow Gas Money and there will be less costs with each expansion than if we relied on a manual hiring process (such as applications and physical invoices). **SOLUTION** How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors? We used Upwork to search for development companies that could help bring our goals to life. We found three potential candidates, and met with each one before making our decision. Chris (CEO) with Daden LLC seemed to care about his clients the most, and his 7-step process for development was very clear and beneficial. He also made us the most comfortable when selecting a company, and it was obvious that he cared more about client-company relationships than strictly sticking to business. Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used. We had a series of initial meetings to share our goals and vision for the app, and we even sent over a couple mock-up screens that we had in mind. Based on these meetings, they helped us decide on creating a more affordable web-app that could be used on both iOS and Android, and they created wireframes for us based on our feedback. After we approved the wireframes, they added colors and made the screens clickable. At this point, we helped them find and resolve different bugs that came up, and they made the necessary revisions to get our app ready for launch. We stayed in constant communication with the development team via Google Chat, and they were ready to fix and bug for us 24/7. How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions? Alexis, our project manager, was assigned to stay in constant communication with us throughout the process, and Chris also weighed in on our conversations occasionally. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables? So far, we have gotten all 5-star reviews on both the iOS and Android store, and we have also gotten positive feedback on how easy the app has been to use. We hope to market as much as we can to keep growing the app and it is obvious that we have a great MVP for our company. Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness. Due to being located far apart (I'm in Florida, my co-owner is in Michigan, and Daden LLC is in California), we used fully online methods of communication. We used Slack, Teamwork, and Google Chat to message with Alexis and Chris, and we also had frequent Zoom meetings (around once or twice a month) to stay updated and on track with our project. Daden LLC was very timely in getting back with us, and we never had to wait more than 12 hours for a response. What did you find most impressive or unique about this company? Daden LLC was amazing at understanding our goals and bringing our vision to life with a mobile app. From the start, Chris and Alexis saw our vision and followed our wishes of making the app as simple and easy to use as possible. They also checked up on our personal lives, and even hosted us as a "client showcase" in which they asked about our platform and shared our story with potential investors. It is obvious that Daden LLC cares about their clients, and we will definitely be working with them for the foreseeable future. Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently? There were a couple times during development when bugs took a while to resolve, but this was largely due to COVID impacts on their development team. Other than this, we have no suggestions for improvement and believe Daden LLC has their business figured out. --- #### Custom Software Development for Perks Membership Platform **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development - Project size: Less than $10,000 - Project length: Oct. - Nov. 2020 **Project Summary**: A perks membership platform hired DADEN LLC to provide custom software development. They built a portal where users can sign up for different plans and use the built-in electronic business card functionality. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Marketing Consultant, Membership Platform - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Sep 3, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: The client is delighted with DADEN LLC's work and stated that the platform works perfectly without any issues. Their on-point communication and communicative approach were key to deliver in time. The client also praised their willingness to integrate various partners seamlessly into the project. ""They knocked it out of the park; the platform is working perfectly."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m a marketing consultant at a consumer membership platform. Being a member of our company offers perks like discounts on travel trips, online cashback, loyalty rewards, and so on. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? We wanted to further our company’s platform and create a membership base for it. We had other vendors before, but their efforts didn’t come to fruition. We needed a platform that both internal administrators and members could use. We also wanted to implement an online billing mechanism because whenever someone subscribed to our services, we’d have to call them and get their card numbers — it was an old-school process. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? DADEN LLC developed a custom software solution for our membership portal. We were transparent with our requirements before starting with the construction process. The platform has three tiers of member access with sign-up and upgrades processes for each member level, an admin backend, and integration into third-party loyalty providers. In addition to that, they created an electronic business card functionality and a code-based sign-up through email invitations — it was a solid scope since the beginning. What is the team composition? We worked with Chris (Owner) and Alexis (Project Manager). How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? We worked together on other projects in the past. How much have you invested with them? We spent $7,000 with them on this project. What is the status of this engagement? We worked with them on this project from October–November 2020. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? They knocked it out of the park; the platform is working perfectly. We haven’t had issues with any of the portal’s new users.  How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? They were on-point; in terms of communication, we held weekly meetings by Zoom, daily conversations via Google Meets, and they were communicative about any timeline jeopardy. In the end, they handed the deliverable to us on time. What did you find most impressive about them? Their willingness to integrate with various vendors to make it a seamless solution for our end users is what stood out about their work. Are there any areas they could improve? I don’t think there’s anything they can improve on. Any advice for potential customers? Have a clear vision of your requirements so they can work with you on delivering accurate solutions for your business. --- #### Web & Mobile App Development for Fintech Company **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Jan. 2021 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: A fintech company hired DADEN LLC to provide web and mobile app development. They created a platform from scratch with CRM tools integration and digital payment methods to serve as an online wallet. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CTO, Digital FinTech Company - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Sep 3, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: The client states that DADEN LLC saves money by successfully integrating several vendors and partners into their platform. They lead a communicative approach to deliver within the expected timelines. The client also praises their bold alternative solutions proposals. ""They’re sharp with their work and experts in their field."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m a consultant at a fintech company. We’re a new digital wallet service. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? We needed help with web and mobile development for our organization. We wanted to create a digital payment platform but with additional services. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? DADEN LLC built our platform from the ground up, and it’s tied with an integration to a CRM tool called Sharp Spring, where we manage all the marketing efforts, take new user sign-ups, and continue email coordination. Our custom platform it’s also integrated with Stripe to handle payments and transfers.  Thanks to this platform, users can sign up as a member, safely secure their bank accounts and card numbers, and initiate transactions in and out of the wallet. What is the team composition? We mainly work with Chris (Owner) and Alexis (Project Manager) for this project. How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? I worked on a previous project with them in the past, and they did a great job. We chose them because it seemed like they knew how to handle different projects simultaneously, which is important. How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent around $30,000 with them so far. What is the status of this engagement? We started working together on this project in January 2021, and the engagement is ongoing. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? We measure the success with their ability to integrate multiple vendors and to meet timelines, which they’ve been doing successfully. It’s also great to see that DADEN is marrying everyone from the backend requirements and communication to the UI/UX. In addition to that, they’re saving us money by understanding our needs and recommending different approaches to our scope. How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? In terms of tools and communication, we use Google Meets, Basecamp, Slack, and emails. What did you find most impressive about them? They’re great at providing alternative solutions to our proposals, but they’re also respectful at working with what we want. DADEN has referred us to vendors that offer the same services we’re looking for, but with a smaller cost, which functions for our model. Are there any areas they could improve? I don’t think there’s anything they can improve on — they’re sharp with their work and experts in their field. --- #### Web & Custom Software Development for CTEC Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development, Web Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: May 2020 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: A CTEC company hired DADEN LLC to provide web dev and software development. They created and currently update and maintain a platform focused on digital payments for e-commerce sites. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** COO, CT Checkout - Industry: Financial services - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Sep 3, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: The client is delighted with DADEN LLC's commitment to adapting to their business and proactively delivering quality work. They lead a seamless process to meet deadlines through a communicative approach. The client also praises their professionalism in acting in the team's best interests. ""Their professionalism and clear communication distinguish them from other providers."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. We’re a company that offers a new way to process payments for both consumers and e-commerce merchants online. I’m the COO of the organization and VP of product management. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? We had a platform that wasn’t up to date, so we needed a technical overhaul. We needed to get a hold of the database, our multiplatform mobile app coding, and other aspects of our software to streamline processes and reach more consumers. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? At first, we discussed our needs, and they turned around with a proposal, which I presented to the president and CEO of our company. They reviewed that proposal, agreed on it, and decided to start the partnership, meeting all of our requirements. Dadden LLC is now updating and maintaining our mobile app, also created an e-commerce plugin, and an e-commerce website using WordPress to sell our digital gift cards to our consumer base. After handling our platforms, they do their internal QA process, and after that, they put it through our own QA. We haven’t found bugs, but they’d address it immediately within reasonable timeframes if anything is found. After those steps, we’re able to move it out of production and begin with our marketing and business initiatives. What is the team composition? We mainly work with Chris (Owner), but a project manager and a development team are also involved.  How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? I worked on a previous project with them in the past, and they did a great job. We had three other potential partners, but we chose DADEN LLC because they proved to be the most reliable vendor even though they weren’t the cheapest option. How much have you invested with them? We’ve spent $15,000 with them so far. What is the status of this engagement? We’ve been working together since May 2020, and the engagement is ongoing. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? They’re proactive and adapt to our business model to make recommendations or changes, rather than just taking others. We measure our metrics based upon delivery and partnership, which has been working for us. How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? It’s a seamless process from top to bottom, and they deliver everything as promised and within the expected timeliness. In terms of communication, we’ve used Basecamp, email, Slack, Zoom, and Google Meets. What did you find most impressive about them? Their professionalism and clear communication distinguish them from other providers; I’ve worked with other development agencies, and there are always communication issues. I always feel comfortable with DADEN and the total clarity while working with them. They’re invested in trying to act in our best interest as a true partner. Are there any areas they could improve? I don’t think there’s anything they can improve on. Any advice for potential customers? Define your requirements and be clear in communicating them so they can get the work done quickly. The discovery phase might take longer if you’re vague or unsure of your needs; they’ll happily spend the time to get you there, but knowing your internal requirements will streamline the process. --- #### Website Development for Video Production Company **The Project** - Services: Web Development - Project size: Less than $10,000 - Project length: Feb. - Apr. 2021 **Project Summary**: A video production company wanted to develop a unique-looking website for their business and attract more customers. They partnered with DADEN to provide the expertise and guidance for the project. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Owner & Managing Director, Video Resources - Industry: Arts, entertainment & music - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Sep 2, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: The company's clients were amazed by the site that the DADEN team created for them. The company was most impressed both by how quickly the team managed to complete the project at such high quality, and how affordable the entire project cost. ""The site itself is unique, so the fact that they could execute this at the price and quickness is amazing!"" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and your position there. I own a video production company. I am the Owner / Managing Director. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** For what projects/services did your company hire DADEN LLC, and what were your goals? I hired Daden to create and develop our personal website. The goal was to attract customers but also show that we're a creative agency willing to shatter corporate norms by showing off a unique style of website. **SOLUTION** How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors? I selected the vendor because I was confident he could handle the task at hand and that he knew the technical barriers. Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used. The scope of this project was fairly large in terms of website development. It is an interactive sight where the user experience is interactive and immersive. Because my company has internal designers, we created the storyboard and design aspects of the site that were then implemented by Daden using WordPress and other web development softwares. His team was able to translate an animated video into a scrolling website. We also had him implement a automated estimate tool and rental site where the user can auto populate a list of items. How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions? I worked directly with two people from the team, but I know there were a lot more who had to work on this site. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables? Clients are amazed and love our site! Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness. We had weekly check in meetings to discuss the process, design and updates. We also worked with slack to follow communicate along with general email. What did you find most impressive or unique about this company? The site itself is unique, so the fact that they could execute this at the price and quickness is amazing! Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently? Nope! --- #### App Development for Demolition & Environmental Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development - Project size: Confidential - Project length: June 2019 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC built a web app for demolition and environmental firm. The app was made to help the client produce actionable insights based on data-driven analytics. They're currently finding ways to monetize it. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Former Director of IT, AMPCO Contracting - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 201-500 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — May 3, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: Equipped with incredible technical skills, DADEN LLC developed an app that efficiently tracked all the information that the client needed. As a result, the client could make smarter decisions for their business. Despite the complexity of the project, the team showed dedication and responsiveness.  ""DADEN LLC’s contributions were very impactful." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I was a former director of IT at a demolition and environmental firm. If a client wants to buy a hospital and want to convert it to a “home depot”, there are many phases and processes involved in that. The owner usually hires a general contractor, and they’re tasked to remove all the medical waste, hazardous waste, and asbestos-containing materials (ACM). In short, contractors provide specialized cleanups because they’re controlled by the environmental protection agency (EPA) and regulations.  Our company comes in during the demolition phase, and we use special environmental procedures and standards to get rid of asbestos. Traditionally speaking, if you have a building with asbestos, it’s highly contaminated and can cause a lot of long-term issues like cancer and other diseases down the line.  **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? DADEN LLC came to us with the solution to one of our problems. One of our challenges was related to data governance. We needed help to create actionable business decisions based on the data we collect. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? DADEN LLC made a web app for us. Essentially, it was an ERP tool. We provided most of the documentation needed in the project. The UI was the only thing that was heavily directed by us. They helped us focus more on the project’s methodology. When DADEN LLC came in, we pretty much moved our workflow of getting an invitation to bid, building the project, and finishing the project. We took all those stages and put them into a specialized product that DADEN LLC made. With that tool, we were able to collect a lot of data at every stage. For example, when we lose a bid because our numbers weren’t good enough, we could historically track all that. That way, we could identify little nuances based on the data. Currently, the team is finding ways on how we can monetize the data on the app because most companies don’t have a database that they can find insights on.  What is the team composition? We only interacted with 1–2 people. Our main point of contact was Christopher (CEO). Another person came in at the project, but we requested Christopher versus anyone else because our owners wanted that. Furthermore, we wanted it to be that way because we provided a substantial investment.   How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? We met them through one of the owner’s family members who were in a completely different market. They used DADEN LLC’s services to develop their own custom software. They probably made some processes efficient. Overall, what attracted us to them was their low price and the fact that they were using open source tools.  How much have you invested with them? We spent at least $100,000. What is the status of this engagement? We worked together from June 2019–April 2021. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  DADEN LLC’s contributions were very impactful. Since we were getting 100 bids coming in, the app that they developed allowed us to track and record all the information that we need. For example, they enabled us to know if a certain third-party stakeholder never gives us a project. Having the ability to know historical information and being able to make decisions based on that was huge.  How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? They had a good project management system. I’d say our project was difficult, and they were able to work with us even though it was a bit difficult to deal with our internal team. We used an ERP tool called Teamwork, and we utilized it to report bugs and other matters. We mainly communicated through conference calls and emails. They always did in a form that was best understood by our internal team. However, due to COVID-19, we switched every meeting virtually.  What did you find most impressive about them? They had an amazing ability to fix bugs, and we were impressed by how they set up Teamwork. It was hard to manage over 100 emails coming in, but they were able to rapidly deploy a system that could help them and us manage everything together.  I also liked the fact that Christopher was always available; when we called him, he always answered. Are there any areas they could improve? This was a massive project, so of course, everything wasn’t perfect. I’d take this with a grain of salt, but there were times were our communication dipped. Some dates were missed, but it turned out to be a good project. If I was ever to do this project again, I’d manage the scope well. In our case, our owners kept changing the scope every month, so overall, DADEN LLC still did a great job. I was surprised at how flexible they were.  Do you have any advice for potential customers? Know your requirements ahead of time before talking to them. Identify what metrics you want to measure in the engagement. --- #### Mobile App Dev for Social Impact Technology Company **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Oct. 2020 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC is developing an iOS and Android app for a technology company. They built the app’s signup functionality for consumers and service providers. Now, they’re building out the MVP’s transaction features. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO & Founder, SCHEJ, Inc. - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 29, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: DADEN LLC is building a functional, intuitive app that has already garnered high praise from early users. Responsive and thorough, the team facilitates a seamless process and delivers on time. Their ability to deliver on the requirements while keeping costs low makes for a long-term partnership. ""In my eyes, DADEN is the ideal development team." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the founder and CEO of SCHEJ, Inc., a social impacting technology corporation that is developing PORTEIRO - A Lifestyle Management Marketplace to support our purpose, "Simplify the Services Experience for Our Customers!" **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? We partnered with DADEN to develop the global mobile app, PORTEIRO - A Lifestyle Management Marketplace. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? DADEN reviewed the code that was created by a previous mobile app developer. This took around two months because the other developers were pretty resistant to having the codes reviewed prior to a transfer. They helped me a lot because they provided an in-depth review of the code and developed a thorough analysis that stated that the code quality was not good and would negatively impact customer experience. Therefore, we engaged with DADEN in optimally developing the mobile app from scratch. DADEN helped us develop both an iOS and Android mobile app called PORTEIRO - A Lifestyle Management Marketplace. Their services were divided into two parts. For the first part, they developed the sign-up portion of the app, where PORTEIRO Partners (the service providers) and PORTEIRO Members (consumers) will be able to sign up and provide or request services in the mobile app.  In terms of functionality, PORTEIRO Members are able to search, request, schedule, and pay for services. They can also rate the PORTEIRO Partner. On the other hand, PORTEIRO Partners are able to accept and complete the service request, receive the payment for the service, and rate the PORTEIRO Member. Furthermore, both can donate to a local nonprofit. The second part, which they’re getting ready to start, is the transactional features that will be in our initial MVP. Users will be able to transact and have financial transactions recorded in the mobile marketplace. What is the team composition? I’ve mainly worked with the project manager, who’s also my main point of contact. I’ve also worked with their CEO, who leads the development team.  This hands-on approach by the CEO, has resulted in a great development experience. How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? I found them through UpWork. I’ve dealt with five different developers, but none of them were able to deliver what I asked for. My confidence in outsourced development was souring at the time I found DADEN’s CEO. I found they were credible based on the engagement I had with the project manager, and our values aligned when I had further discussions with their CEO. I decided to hire them, and then the work progressed.   How much have you invested with them? Our initial quote was $18,000 for the initial MVP version and we have paid that amount to fully develop and deliver PORTEIRO 1.0 to market. What is the status of this engagement? We started early in October 2020, and it’s an ongoing partnership. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? I had potential partners who registered and signed up to test the functionality as service providers, and the feedback was great. Then, I also had people on our team who signed up as PORTEIRO Members, and it went flawlessly. They said it was easy to go through the app, and that it was very intuitive as far as information to be inputted or provided. We have not experienced any bugs or crashes on our app whatsoever, which is a blessing; I had serious issues with the previous developers. The feedback about DADEN’s work has increased their credibility even more. Moreover, going through the process itself was flawless.  Overall, we’ve had a great client experience so far. They’re user-friendly and the feedback has been great. They’ve delivered in the stated timeframe and, as a result, we plan on having a long-term partnership. How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? I'd give them a 10 out of 10. They're responsiveness is great, and their timeliness in delivery is spot on. Sometimes, they're even ahead of time. Based on the information we provided for mockups, claims, and desires, the accuracy and the completeness of their work are very good. In terms of interactions, the adjustments that they recommended to keep the costs low and to help our systems — both the back- and frontend — are very great. We’ve recently switched to Google Chat, but initially, we communicated via Slack. We also communicate through text, email, or phone calls, depending on the responsiveness needed, but if we need a response right away, we use Slack. What did you find most impressive about them? The most impressive thing about DADEN is their accuracy and timeliness for the app. They’ve performed very well in terms of the specifications, the features, and the flow, as well as the intuitiveness of how they think the work should be done behind the scenes. I’m not a technical expert, but from my perspective, these are highlights. Their thoroughness and the quality of their code review prompted the relationship to go further.  Are there any areas they could improve? In my eyes, DADEN is the ideal development team. I’m glad I found them now, but I wish I'd found them earlier. There are no challenges or opportunities for them to improve upon, other than to keep progressing as they are. Any advice for potential customers? If you want to accelerate the development, you have to know what you want, so that they can advise you on an optimal approach. They’re very good and intuitive. The team is also good at understanding concepts and delivering on them.  --- #### Mobile App Dev for Fitness Company **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: June 2020 - Feb. 2021 **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC built an iOS and Android app that creates custom workouts that are under 60 seconds. They developed the algorithm, functionality, and features and designed everything with a user-friendly approach. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Co-Owner, MyWorkoutBuilder - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 29, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: DADEN LLC stood out for their ability to adapt and overcome any problem. They acted as true partners and were flexible and understanding in their approach. Their team communicated via email, and they were supervised by the client through a project management tool. ""They really worked with us to make sure our top priority was the end product." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. My husband and I have a couple of different businesses. MyWorkoutBuilder is one of them. It’s meant as an app that helps people custom-build a workout from home in under 60 seconds. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? I’m a bit of a data analyst, so I could build the database, but we needed someone to help us build the app. We were looking for several key features. First, we needed an algorithm that randomized the selection based on five questions. There were selections regarding the type of workout, what equipment you had available, if you had any injuries, a time component, and one for a five-minute finisher. We wanted replacement and reordering abilities so users could rearrange the workout in a different way. Finally, we wanted the app to be visually appealing, easy to read, and quickly delivered. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? DADEN built the iOS and Android application. We mapped out the screen design with them. We had the idea of how we wanted the app to look, and then we had a joint process to get it to look how we had envisioned it. We’re keeping them for maintenance and we’ve already submitted a list of potential improvements and additions. We’re looking at how much everything would cost so we can prioritize the changes we want to do first. What is the team composition? We solely worked with Christopher (CEO). He would then give directions to his team. How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? We went through Upwork and put up our project. We got about 30 bids and shrunk those down to 10, but only six got back to us. From there, we spoke to those six companies and further shrunk it down to three. We ultimately chose DADEN. How much have you invested with them? At this point, we’ve probably spent about $22,000–$23,000. For this year’s maintenance, I think it was another $4,000 on top of that. What is the status of this engagement? We kicked everything off in June 2020, and the first version was completed in February 2021. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  We basically just launched the app, and we launched the ad campaign last week. At one point I was looking at a time-focused metric; I really wanted to launch by the middle of January. However, we ran into many problems that were out of our control in terms of the approval process. For example, Apple changed their privacy policy right as we were going through the submission process. We changed some minor scope elements as we saw the final product and wanted some changes. In the end, we prioritized the look, feel, and functionality of the app. We also lost time because Facebook changed their rules so we had to change some things that the app needed to run the ads and have proper analytics. DADEN stepped up and worked with the ads people to make sure that everything could run correctly. Thus, one of the key factors to rate them was that they understood the problems we faced. How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? We mostly used emails to communicate. Toward the end, I was the main project manager from our side. Chris gave me access to their management tool so I could log in and check the back-and-forth between his team. I was able to see his process with them and send out a list of errors or changes via email. We were partnering because we had lost a large amount of time and were trying to move along faster. One of the reasons it took so long was that my co-owner was a bit confused about the process and wasn’t pushing forward. We weren’t delivering on our side on what we had promised, so we probably lost about three months in development. What did you find most impressive about them? I think it was their flexibility because this was our first time developing an app, so we didn’t do a great job at delivering. They really worked with us to make sure our top priority was the end product. Some elements weren’t in our original scope, and Chris worked with us to add them, so their flexibility was extremely helpful. Additionally, they were great to work with. We really wanted to stay with whomever developed the app for future maintenance, updates, and improvements, and they were a true partner. Are there any areas they could improve? Time estimates were a little off. I’ll never know how much some of the iOS programming issues played into that, but sometimes things took a couple of days longer than expected. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Make sure you keep the communication going. Don’t ever shut that down; it is of the utmost importance. Be a little flexible on time if you want to get exactly what you want. It’ll be a great product, but it might be ready a couple of weeks later than expected. --- #### Custom Mobile App Dev for Law Firm **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: June 2014 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC provides software support for an attorney. The team built a litigation management system that interacts with client-facing mobile applications. The system works with iOS and Android.  **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Principal Attorney, Law Offices of Ross Cornell - Industry: Legal - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Aug 11, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The team at DADEN LLC developed a system that's unique to the industry. It is efficient and intuitive. Their availability makes DADEN LLC stand out from other providers. They manage projects well, adapting to scope changes. ""DADEN LLC created a unique and powerful system." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m an attorney based in California. I’m a solo practitioner. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? A lot of law firms purchase a case management service, but I opted to build my own since I like customization for the type of work I’m doing. DADEN LLC has been my software and systems support since the beginning. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? The team built an interactive network of backend systems that interact with client-facing iOS and Android mobile applications. The system feeds information back and forth, provides unique features, and allows me to automate processes. Over the years, the system has grown with our engagement. My primary input was the function, not appearance. They took the lead role with that, while I created terms and conditions and other privacy concerns. What is the team composition? Chris (CEO) has been my primary contact. I’ve probably interacted with six or eight different developers. How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? Six years ago, app development wasn’t as fluid as it is now. I was looking for someone to help for a while, and DADEN LLC ended up being referred to me. How much have you invested with them? We’ve invested between $75,000–$100,000. What is the status of this engagement? Our engagement with DADEN LLC started in 2014. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? DADEN LLC created a unique and powerful system. It’s a fully integrated litigation management system that was built from the ground up. It allows me with a small staff to handle large caseloads. The system is slick. Nobody else has anything like this. It allows me to capture real-time information from my clients. It creates detailed records for me that constitute due diligence automatically and saves that onto a system. How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? They’ve been good. Chris is easy to work with. We stick timelines and or agree to advise schedules based on changes I see need to be made as we move along. It’s interesting for me since I’m not an app development or software person. One of the things that people who do that type of work face is frequent scope changes as clients get more clarity about what they want. They were just really great to work with along those lines. What did you find most impressive about them? The highlight of working with them is their availability. We’re in constant communication, and I never feel like I’m in the dark. That was my big concern during my research for a development company because that’s often an issue. DADEN LLC was completely the opposite. Sometimes I felt like I was bugging Chris, but they’re just available. Are there any areas they could improve? No, everything’s been great. Honestly, I think they undercharge me. In other words, another thing that stood out to me was how affordable they are. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Just think everything through before giving instructions to people. --- #### Development for Insurance Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Aug. 2018 - Dec. 2019 **Project Summary**: Daden LLC provided CRM development services for a DUI insurance company. Their work included consolidating marketing and sales, customer service into one PHP application with a CodeIgniter framework. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 4.0 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 4.5 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Director of Marketing, Breathe Easy Insurance - Industry: Financial services - Client size: 11-50 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 24, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: Daden LLC’s efforts were met with roaring applause. The new system has few bugs and operates well. Customers can expect a transparent team that’s communicative and prompt in addressing any issues. ""They’re honest and professional." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the director of marketing for Breathe Easy Insurance. We specialize in providing insurance for people with DUIs. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with Daden LLC? We wanted to compile our CRMs (content resource management systems) and other organizing tools into one place. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? We worked collaboratively to compile all the features we required. They were able to build a custom CRM that incorporated 99% of our tools into one place, including marketing and sales, customer service, managing service management team, activity tracking, custom reporting, and much more. It was a custom PHP application, and they used CodeIgniter framework to provide speed and security. What is the team composition? Chris (CEO) was my main point of contact. On a daily basis, there were 4-5 people working, but the team was 10-15 people overall. How did you come to work with Daden LLC? I had worked with Chris in the past. I liked the approach, and it was important to me that we could meet in person throughout the project. How much have you invested with them? We’ve invested roughly $25,000. What is the status of this engagement? We worked together from August 2018 – December 2019. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? It’s pretty good. They immediately addressed issues that came up. How did Daden LLC perform from a project management standpoint? They work was awesome. We used Trello for bug reports, feedback, and other communications. I’m very happy with their performance in this area. What did you find most impressive about them? Chris is transparent and communicates well. Are there any areas they could improve? There were some time-sensitive things that they lacked in. I understood there was usually a day’s delay since the team was offshore, but the timeline was a little concerning to me. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Don’t hesitate to work with them. They’re honest and professional. --- #### Azure & PHP Database Dev for Financial Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Dec. 2018 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC works as the development partner of a financial software solutions company, working in Azure and other frameworks to deliver a client-facing portal with graphs and charts of portfolio data. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Co-Founder, WealthFluent, LLC - Industry: Financial services - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 23, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: The technical skills and business knowledge brought to the project by DADEN LLC have significantly boosted the success of their client’s project, not only giving them the ability to execute on their product in the market but also helping them pitch to potential customers and investors. "“I really appreciate the blend of development expertise and business know-how that they bring to the work.” " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I am the co-founder of a company that provides software solutions to the financial services industry. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? We needed a development partner with a specific set of technical capabilities to help us build some of our solutions for customers. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? The product that we’re making is a portfolio data management system. The first iteration is a client and advisor facing portal where they can review assets and performance in graphs and charts and get information about their account or their clients’ account. The original team we worked with had built everything in Azure with a Redis queue, but we ended up restructuring the application to run in any environment as opposed to exclusively Microsoft. That gives us the ability to scale up performance more systemically and control costs significantly. What is the team composition? Chris (Project Manager) has served as our main point of contact, and then we’ve had around 2 database developers and one frontend developer, as well as other people brought in for specific tasks as needed. How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? They were referred to us originally, and we worked with them on a smaller software project that handles 13F filings with EDGAR, the database for the SEC. Based on the good experience that we had in that project we were confident that they would be able to handle the requirements of this project. How much have you invested with them? We are on track to spend about $175,000 in total. What is the status of this engagement? The project started in December 2018 and we are continuing to work together. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? We are probably within two months of going into beta testing with live clients for our product and have about seven clients in line to receive the product, which is really exciting. They’ve also brought expertise with regard to pitching potential investors for our second round that has given us optimism about the future of the project more generally. We’ve found that they really align with our vision for the project as a team, which makes the whole project and all of our progress run so much more smoothly than it has with some of the other teams we’ve worked with. The other big difference we found with them is that they have a lot of experience taking their products full cycle, so they know the business end of things as well. That knowledge gives us a significant advantage going into production and marketing of the product as opposed to working with someone who exclusively codes in a vacuum. How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? They perform very well in terms of project management. The tricky part to evaluate is that we ran a little longer and at a higher cost than we initially expected, but that was based on an early decision to build off of what we already had rather than scrap it and start from scratch. Given those changes, we’ve been very impressed with their flexibility in terms of their willingness to roll with our changing requirements and to come up with solutions for different challenges we’ve run into along the way. We have constant communication going on through Slack as questions come up or people run into issues throughout their day-to-day work. There are also weekly planning meetings to lay out the sprint and fix priorities if there are any changes that need to be made. What did you find most impressive about them? I really appreciate the blend of development expertise and business know-how that they bring to the work. Knowing that their decisions are not just made from a purely technical perspective but take into account whether it’s an economically smart decision is really comforting. Are there any areas they could improve? In any software development project, it’s difficult to forecast what the hurdles and end costs are going to be, so I can’t blame them for any of the challenges we’ve faced in that regard. I’ve been totally pleased with the outcomes they’ve been able to produce for us in the end. Do you have any advice for potential customers? I think we had the most success as a team when we were having collaboration meetings as frequently as possible. Just having that discussion of ideas even when it felt like there wasn’t that much to talk about went a long way in terms of keeping everything on track and answering little questions that hadn’t come up in other contexts. --- #### Development for Accounting Software Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Sep. 2018 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC redeveloped web-based software using a MySQL database to improve the product’s performance for an accounting software company. After reviewing code, they wrote new code following the existing logic. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 4.5 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CEO, Accounting Software Company - Industry: Information technology - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Apr 21, 2020 **Feedback Summary**: DADEN LLC developed a nuanced understanding of the industry, which facilitated the delivery of superior software. The team addresses product challenges quickly to ensure critical deadlines are met. They manage tasks well and are cognizant of business goals to support a successful partnership. ""DADEN LLC learned our industry quickly and is a master of lots of industries." " **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the CEO of a company that creates accounting software for SEC-registered firms. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? We had an internal software that had glitches and problems. We wanted to revamp the entire software and structure an API interface. The project was beyond our internal capabilities. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? DADEN LLC looked over our code and then developed new code, referencing the old code's logic because it was complex. Their team created new web-based software based in MySQL. Eventually, the software will become a retail product that we can offer online. What is the team composition? We’ve mostly worked with one person. There was someone else on their team who worked on a couple of tasks.   How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? A colleague in the IT space referred us to them after I referenced our current frustrations with the software. My colleague had a good experience with DADEN LLC. How much have you invested with them? For this project, we’ve spent between $20,000–$25,000. What is the status of this engagement? We started working together in September 2018 and the work’s ongoing. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?  The software works 90% of the time. Depending on the client's data, the software can get confused. All in all, once we’ve had a client for two quarters or so, we know the nomenclature and what we have to fix in the raw data before we can get it into our software. Their responsiveness in terms of adjusting the raw data with a new client is helpful.  How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? DADEN LLC does well. The software’s not hugely complex, so there aren’t a lot of moving parts or people involved. They know our deadlines, which is important because our industry has hard deadlines. If their team can’t fix the data, we’ll come up with a workaround to get our task done. What did you find most impressive about them? It can be hard for people to understand our industry. One of my biggest struggles was finding programmers that understand fintech. DADEN LLC learned our industry quickly and is a master of lots of industries. They’re able to understand the business perspective and our direction for the software. As opposed to just coding, he knows where we’re trying to go with the software. Are there any areas they could improve? In terms of execution, everything’s good. DADEN LLC can get overworked, but it’s a weird time right now. Lots of people are doing lots of different things at the same time. Do you have any advice for potential customers? If they've been able to take on fintech, they can probably take on any other industry. --- #### Custom Software Development for Solutions Architecture Co **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Aug. 2025 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: Custom Stacks has developed a customized gaming and payment system for a solutions architecture company. The system is designed to support scalable, multi-tenant operations and reliable payment processing. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Compliance Officer, Pandora Pay - Industry: Financial services - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review **The Review** — Jan 8, 2026 **Feedback Summary**: Custom Stacks has successfully launched a fully integrated, multi-tenant platform that meets performance, security, and compliance standards. The team delivers items on time, communicates effectively, and provides quick turnarounds on feedback. Their personal touch and genuine care stand out. ""They really do care about the project's success."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and position.I am the Compliance Officer of Pandora PayDescribe what your company does in a single sentence.Solutions Architecture **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What specific goals or objectives did you hire Custom Stacks to accomplish?Deliver a unified platform for player management, payments, and AI-driven operationsEnable scalable, multi-tenant support for multiple gaming operatorsImprove operational efficiency through automation and intelligent workflowsSupport secure, compliant, and reliable payment orchestrationPosition operators for growth and competitive advantage **SOLUTION** How did you find Custom Stacks?ReferralWhy did you select Custom Stacks over others?Great culture fitCompany values alignedDescribe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.Deliver a fully customized Gaming and Payment System **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?Successful launch of a fully integrated, multi-tenant platformReliable payment processing across multiple rails and providersStable AI bot operations within gaming environmentsPlatform performance, security, and compliance standards metStakeholder satisfaction and readiness for scaleDescribe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?Items are always delivered on time. Communication is incredible. Quick turn-arounds on feedback.What was your primary form of communication with Custom Stacks?Virtual MeetingEmail or Messaging AppWhat did you find most impressive or unique about this company?The personal touch. They are like family. They really do care about the project's success.Are there any areas for improvement or something Custom Stacks could have done differently?NA --- #### E-Commerce App Development for College Product Marketplace **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development - Project size: $10,000 to $49,999 - Project length: Apr. - Oct. 2021 **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC has developed an app for a college product marketplace. The client wanted a platform that is easy to maintain on iOS using Swift UI, PHP, LAMP, and Stack.  **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CFO, Nova Innovations Inc - Industry: Retail - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review **The Review** — Oct 19, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: DADEN LLC has delivered the project on time and within expectations. They provided full-day communications and were quick to respond. They have also shown the ability to work with beginners, which made the process easier for the client. Notably, they also helped fix a lot of development problems. ""They have the ability to work with beginners in a start up company, which has made our whole process easier."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and your position there. I'm the CFO of Nova Innovations. We created an app for college students to buy and sell books and other products on campus. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** For what projects/services did your company hire DADEN LLC, and what were your goals? App development, to have a functional iOS app and to build a maintainable server. **SOLUTION** How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors? We found them on a Upwork forum. Cost and expertise was something we considered. Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used. Chris's team developed the IOS app using Swift UI, they helped build the server using PHP and LAMP Stack. Chris's team was provided with graphics of the app and a list corresponding API from the android version and they were expected to deliver this as fast as possible. How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions? Chris - chief executive officer and project manager. Alexis - assistant project manager. Piyush - One of the main developers. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables? The project was delivered on time and met our expectations. Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness. We communicated via google chat and google spaces. They provided full day communications and were always quick to respond. Chris also shared his person cell if we needed to use it. What did you find most impressive or unique about this company? They have the ability to work with beginners in a start up company, which has made our whole process easier. Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently? Overall there performance was great overall, they helped us fix a lot of problems we had with the app from a previous developer. --- #### Software Platform for Engineering Company **The Project** - Services: Custom Software Development - Project size: $50,000 to $199,999 - Project length: Aug. 2020 - Ongoing **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC had developed a software platform for an engineering company. The partners had used Swift for iOS and connected their app with Stripe. **Review Rating**: 4.5 - Quality: 4.5 - Schedule: 4.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** CTO, Nova Innovations Inc. - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Online Review - Verified **The Review** — Oct 16, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: DADEN LLC had launched a stable app, thanks to their ability to adapt to their needs. They also showed professionalism and a high regard for quality of work. The partners held their communication in Google Chat and calls. Although, some troubles were brought up from their time zone difference. ""They have the ability to adapt to our needs alongside their professionalism. The quality of work was great as well."" **BACKGROUND** Please describe your company and your position there. I am the CTO of the company and oversee development of the software on multiple fronts. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** For what projects/services did your company hire DADEN LLC, and what were your goals? We hired Daden LLC to take on the development of some the software for the iOS platform. As well as the setting up of AWS services. **SOLUTION** How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors? We spoke with multiple companies and after speaking to Daden LLC it was apparent that they possessed the necessary knowledge and skills for the task. Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used. They programmed the app to meet the specifications provided. Using Swift for iOS and connecting the app with Stripe payment services as well as other establish financial apis. Furthermore they were able to connect the backend server side code another team created to the application as well. How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions? We stayed in contacted with 3 people who managed their developers. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables? We launched the application in a stable condition due to their contribution and effort. Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness. Communication was effortless 5 days a week on google chat with calls arranged now and then. What did you find most impressive or unique about this company? They have the ability to adapt to our needs alongside their professionalism. The quality of work was great as well. Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently? There wasn't much to complain about with them. The only troubles were due to differences in time zones. --- #### Mobile App Dev for E-Commerce Startup **The Project** - Services: Mobile App Development - Project size: Confidential - Project length: Mar. - Sep. 2021 **Project Summary**: DADEN LLC developed an e-commerce startup's mobile app based on their pitch and requirements. They integrated screens and multiple payment methods into the platform and deployed the product upon completion. **Review Rating**: 5.0 - Quality: 5.0 - Schedule: 5.0 - Cost: 5.0 - Willing to Refer: 5.0 **The Reviewer** Co-Founder, Nova Innovations Inc. - Industry: Other industries - Client size: 1-10 Employees - Review Type: Phone Interview - Verified **The Review** — Oct 13, 2021 **Feedback Summary**: Proving their team's technical expertise, DADEN LLC promptly delivered seamless and satisfactory development solutions that paved the way for a successful go-live. Proactive and collaborative, they showed dedication to meeting their client's timelines while executing quality work. ""DADEN LLC impeccably met our expectations with their smooth services and quality deliverables."" **BACKGROUND** Introduce your business and what you do there. I’m the COO and co-founder of Nova Innovations Inc. Our application called Nova Shopping serves as an exclusive marketplace for college students. **OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE** What challenge were you trying to address with DADEN LLC? We needed their expertise in app development. **SOLUTION** What was the scope of their involvement? DADEN LLC built a free iOS- and Android-friendly app based on our pitch and requirements. Their team integrated all the screens and payment methods that we needed to be available on our platform. We then deployed the product after they executed all the necessary development solutions. What is the team composition? We worked with 2–3 developers, including Chris (CEO & Chief Architect). How did you come to work with DADEN LLC? We found their team’s profile on Upwork. We initially engaged another company and dealt with unforeseen issues, so we reached out to DADEN LLC. What is the status of this engagement? Our engagement ran from March–September 2021. We just launched the app two weeks ago. **RESULTS & FEEDBACK** What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement? I can’t share any quantitative data at the moment because we’ve only recently introduced our product to the market — however, I could confirm that DADEN LLC impeccably met our expectations with their smooth services and quality deliverables. How did DADEN LLC perform from a project management standpoint? They were a team of fantastic communicators that met our needs on time. What did you find most impressive about them? What stood out about DADEN LLC was their efficiency and professionalism. Do you have any advice for potential customers? Respond on time if you want them to meet your timelines.  --- ## Portfolio & Awards ### Clutch Awards - [Clutch Award Badge](https://shareables-prod-static.clutch.co/badges/top_clutch.co_software_developers_riverside_2026.svg) ### Industry Recognitions - Using GenAI for Coding? - Speaker - The Hungry Talks - Tools & Strategies for Software Dependencies - Forbes Council - Technology - Technology Parter to The Hungry Lab - Rancho Cucamonga Chamber - Announcing Strategic Partnership - OCSC - Strategic Sponsor - OCSC DADEN Deck - Clutch Top B2B Company - Top B2B Company in Los Angeles 2021 - Innovator of The Year: Chris Daden AI - Reducing Hallucinations in LLMs - CyberSecurity: Making Training Stick - Emotional Intelligence: Importance in Leadership - The Importance of Model Diversity in AIOps - 8 Surprising Skills Critical to Succeeding - 14 Effective Methods for Improving Discipline - Forbes ## Key Clients - WealthFluent: Custom Finance Portal ## Packages ## Verification Clutch verification provides an additional layer of data to help you make the right purchasing decision of business services. - Verified Client Reviews: 17 - Overall Review Rating: 5.0 Last Updated: 2026-07-13T08:56:57Z ### Business Entity - Business Entity Name: DADEN LLC - Source: California Secretary of State - Jurisdiction of Formation: California - Date of Formation: October 11, 2018 - Status: Active - Last Updated: November 2, 2021 - ID: 201828910040 ### Credit Report Results - International Credit Risk Assessment: Low Risk - Source: Creditsafe - Last Updated: January 1, 2022 ## Locations (2) ### Rancho Cucamonga, CA (Headquarters) - 11799 Sebastian Way #103 - Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 - United States - 21 - 30 employees - Phone: 9495035387 ### Covina, CA - 440 North Barranca Avenue - Covina, CA 91723 - United States - 10 - 15 employees ## Connections - Chris Daden (DADEN LLC) - Digital Mountaineers (Digital Mountaineers, LLC.) - Michael Perri (Manning Law Office) ## Contact Custom Stacks [Send a message](https://clutch.co/profile/custom-stacks) ### Connect on Social - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/customstacks/mycompany/)