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Software Development Company In California

Idea Maker is a custom software development and technology engineering company that designs, builds, and maintains digital products for startups, scaling companies, and enterprises. Founded in California in 2016, we have delivered 200+ web applications, mobile apps, and AI products across more than a decade of engineering work.

Our core services include:

  • Min project size
    $25,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $100 - $149 / hr
  • Employees
    10 - 49
  • Locations
    Irvine, CA
  • Year founded
    Founded 2016
  • Languages
  • Timezones

Overview by:

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Thomas Kwon

1 Language that we service

  • English

1 Timezone that we service

PST
Pacific Standard Time (PST)

2 Locations

  • Irvine , CA
  • Los Angeles , CA

Select Focus Area
Application Platforms
Linux server
70%
Amazon Application Development Framework
10%
Azure Platform
10%
AI Technologies & Models
Open AI GPT-3
100%
CMS Focus
Frameworks and CMS
Django
20%
Programming & Scripting
Python
100%
Industries
Financial services
20%
Medical
20%
Automotive
10%
Information technology
10%
Legal
10%
Manufacturing
10%
Real estate
10%
eCommerce
10%
Clients
Small Business (<$10M)
65%
Midmarket ($10M - $1B)
25%
Enterprise (>$1B)
10%
Certified in:
AI Development Custom Software Development

Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $25,000+
Avg. hourly rate $100 - $149 /hr
Rating for cost 4.9 /5

What Clients Have Said

Idea Maker offers competitive pricing, generally ranging from $15,000 to $50,000 per project. Clients appreciate the value for cost, citing strong project management and responsiveness. Their tailored solutions effectively meet diverse business needs, enhancing efficiency and user engagement.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

Most Common Project Size

$10,000 - $49,999 based on 21 reviews
< $10,000 $10,000 - $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 > $200,000

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Idea Maker Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

4.9
  • Quality 4.9
  • Schedule 4.8
  • Cost 4.9
  • Willing to Refer 5.0

Top Mentions

Review Highlights

  • Tailored Solutions

    Idea Maker is recognized for providing customized solutions that align with client-specific needs and industry requirements. Their ability to adapt and tailor their services to fit unique business challenges is highly valued by clients across different sectors.

  • Room for Documentation Improvement

    While Idea Maker generally receives positive feedback, one area noted for improvement is the technical documentation provided to clients. Simplifying documentation for non-technical users could enhance usability and understanding.

  • High Client Satisfaction

    Clients report high levels of satisfaction with Idea Maker's deliverables, noting improved business outcomes such as increased efficiency, reduced errors, and enhanced customer engagement. The team's work often exceeds client expectations, contributing to successful project outcomes.

  • Positive Outcomes from AI and Automation Projects

    Clients involved in AI and automation projects report significant efficiency gains, error reductions, and operational improvements, highlighting Idea Maker's expertise in these areas and their impact on business performance.

  • Seamless Transition and Integration

    For projects involving handovers from other developers or integration with existing systems, Idea Maker is praised for managing transitions smoothly and ensuring seamless integration, minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.

  • Strong Founder's Involvement

    Clients appreciate the direct involvement of Idea Maker's founder, Thomas, in projects. His leadership and personal engagement are seen as contributing factors to the company's success and client satisfaction.

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Custom Portfolio Website for Actor & Voice Actor

  • Web Development
  • Less than $10,000
  • Feb. 2024 - July 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“Their blend of design sense and technical expertise stood out.”

Oct 4, 2025
Actor, Desmond Sivan
Desmond Sivan
  • Other industries
  • London, Ontario
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review

Idea Maker developed a custom portfolio website for a young actor and voice actor. The site showcased the client's film and TV credits, photo gallery, featured book, and booking/contact information.

Fitness Timer App Dev for Wellness & Fitness Company

  • Application Management & Support Mobile App Development Web Development
  • Google app engine Health & Wellness Mobile App Development Android App Development
  • Confidential
  • Jan. 2025 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“The team is skilled, professional, and a pleasure to work with.”

Sep 18, 2025
Owner, Phoenix Wellness & Fitness
Michael Ellison
  • Fitness
  • Reynoldsburg, Ohio
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review

Idea Maker has developed a fitness timer app for a wellness and fitness company. The app features a simple UI and the ability to build and save timers for entire workouts.

Custom Software & AI Dev for Broadcast System Integrator

  • AI Development Custom Software Development
  • Windows server Java
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Sep. 2024 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Idea Maker has completed everything we’ve asked for."

Aug 19, 2025
Director of Projects, Techtel Pty
Matt Feeney
  • Media
  • Sydney, Australia
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Phone Interview

A broadcast system integrator has hired Idea Maker to review AI-based software. The team has integrated the Active Directory into the software to load news and populate the search for tickets and graphics.

Mobile App Development & UX/UI Design for AI Systems Company

  • Mobile App Development UX/UI Design
  • Android App Development iPhone iOS App Development PHP
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Jan. - June 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They delivered what we wanted."

Aug 19, 2025
CEO, Stovell AI Systems
Jim Stovell
  • Information technology
  • United States
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview

Idea Maker designed and developed an Android and iOS app for an AI systems company. The team used PHP to build the app and integrated third-party APIs, including Stripe and Firebase.

Web Design & Dev for Data & Telecom Solutions Co

  • Web Development
  • Confidential
  • Apr. - Aug. 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They are a talented, professional, experienced team."

Mar 5, 2024
VP of Operation, Mixed-Signal Devices
Jay Mali
Verified
  • Manufacturing
  • Irvine, California
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

A data and telecommunications solutions company has hired Idea Maker for web design and development. The team has created a professional site, including images and texts with information downloading features.

Custom Web Development for Online Travel Agency

  • Custom Software Development Web Development
  • Django VueJS
  • $50,000 to $199,999
  • Mar. - Nov. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They delivered in a timely manner and communicated well."
Nov 27, 2023
Founder & CEO, HelloVacay
Ryan Beachum
Verified
  • Hospitality & leisure
  • Irvine, California
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

A membership-based online travel agency tapped Idea Maker for web development support. The team built a customized website with API integrations (e.g., inventory, airport lounge registration).

Web Dev for Real Estate Agency

  • Web Development
  • Confidential
  • July 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Whenever I had a question, they responded right away."

Aug 19, 2021
Owner, Kris Lindahl Real Estate
Kris Lindahl
Verified
  • Real estate
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • 201-500 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

A real estate agency hired Idea Maker for web development services. They have updated the site and added new features.

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Packages we offer:

Web Development

Small

Best for simple web apps

$23,000 /total
  • Discovery
  • Design
  • Development
  • Test
  • Deployment
  • 2 month delivery

Large

Best for complex web apps

$99,500 /total
  • Discovery
  • Design
  • Development
  • Test
  • Deployment
  • 6 month delivery
Features

Small

$23,000

/total

Medium

$49,500

/total

Large

$99,500

/total

Discovery

Design

Development

Test

Deployment

Small

$23,000

/total

Discovery

Design

Development

Test

Deployment

Medium

$49,500

/total

Discovery

Design

Development

Test

Deployment

Large

$99,500

/total

Discovery

Design

Development

Test

Deployment

Our Story

We are Idea Maker, a founder-led boutique engineering team (35+ experts) delivering custom AI-powered softwares, mobile apps, and custom software since 2016. We prioritize accountability, product thinking, radical transparency, and durable engineering. With 200+ projects, AWS certification, and top industry ratings, our team partners with startups, SMBs, and enterprises to modernize legacy systems, build AI-driven solutions, and support long-term product success.

Meet the Team

Thomas Kwon

Thomas KwonFounder

Tom Kwon is Idea Maker's founder and CEO. Since 2016, he has grown the company into a custom software and product engineering firm, helping startups and enterprises build and scale through mobile, web, AI, and system integration.

What Sets Us Apart

Senior Engineering on Every Engagement

Every project is staffed with senior engineers, not rotated juniors. Our 35+ in-house team owns architecture, delivery, and post-launch outcomes from day one, so clients get production-grade engineering without the overhead of a large agency.

Fully In-House Development

Our global talent pool works exclusively as Idea Maker employees. No subcontractors, no offshore handoffs, no accountability gaps. What you see in discovery is exactly who builds your product, with direct founder involvement at every stage.

Honest Technical Partnership

We challenge requirements that don't serve the end goal. Before writing a line of code, we analyze whether the solution actually solves your business problem. If there's a better path, we say so, even if it means less billable work for us.

Premier Verified means Clutch independently confirmed Idea Maker is a legally registered business,
financially sound (Creditsafe: Moderate Risk), and backed by 22 verified client reviews averaging 4.9 stars.

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Verified Client Reviews
22
Overall Review Rating
4.9
Source
Clutch
Last Updated
October 31, 2025

Business Entity

Business Entity Name Idea Maker LLC
Source California Secretary of State
Jurisdiction of Formation California
Date of Formation January 7, 2016
Status Active
Last Updated May 19, 2023
ID 201601610191

Credit Report Results

International Credit Risk Assessment Moderate Risk
Source Creditsafe
Last Updated January 1, 2022
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Locations (2)

17875 Von Karman Avenue IrvineCA, United States 92614

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