Naked. We don’t just build apps — we help new Founders build app companies.
Our CA-based team of entrepreneurs, innovators, and visionaries partners with early-stage Founders and business owners to design, develop, and launch apps that solve real problems - and avoid the costly missteps most startups make. From strategy and branding to development and go-to-market, we bring deep product thinking and decades of app experience across every stage.
We’re not here for every project - we’re here for the right ones. The kind where we get just as excited as you about the possibilities. Led by Founders who know what they don’t know and want to get it right the first time.
That’s why we don’t believe in assumptions - we ask the tough questions we’ve learned to ask across dozens of projects, the ones that create clarity, reduce risk, and improve your odds of success.
Led by CEO John Driscoll, with 15+ years of app experience and a portfolio that’s generated 3.7M+ downloads and $96.5M raised, we bring more than services - we bring the edge you need in a crowded market
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Naked Development offers competitive pricing and good value for cost, with most projects ranging from $20,000 to over $300,000. Clients appreciate the responsive communication and project management, noting timely deliveries and strong support throughout the development process.
The team at Naked Development is noted for their flexibility and adaptability. They are willing to adjust project plans based on client feedback and changing requirements, ensuring the final product meets client needs and expectations.
Commitment to Client Success
Naked Development is dedicated to ensuring client success. They provide support beyond app development, including business strategy and market insights, which clients find invaluable in achieving their goals.
Dedication to Meeting Client Objectives
Naked Development shows a strong commitment to understanding and meeting client objectives. Their dedication to aligning project outcomes with client goals is a key factor in their successful engagements.
Excellent Communication and Client Engagement
Naked Development is praised for their open communication and client-focused approach. They ensure clients are well-informed and involved throughout the project. Their team is responsive, addressing client concerns promptly and fostering a collaborative atmosphere.
Challenges with Project Delays
Some clients have experienced project delays and communication breakdowns. These issues have occasionally led to dissatisfaction and the need for external developers to complete projects. This highlights an area for potential improvement in meeting deadlines consistently.
Positive Impact on Client Growth and Success
Naked Development's work often positively impacts client growth and success, with many clients reporting increased engagement, improved user satisfaction, and successful market launches as a result of their services.
"Naked. wants to save us money, time, and they dive in with us."
Sep 30, 2021
Founder, BossFightz
Lawrence Chambers
Verified
Gaming
Las Vegas, Nevada
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
An online gaming platform hired Naked. to provide mobile app development. They've created prototypes, screen mockups, and everything other than the coding.
The client states that Naked. has helped their business turn into a serious company and sees them as the missing piece. They lead organized project management to fulfill the project's needs. The client also praises their confidence and how they overdeliver successfully.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the founder of BossFightz, an online gaming platform that connects gamers all over the world. We also connect celebrities to their fans on the gaming platform.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
We needed a partner to develop our mobile app.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Naked. took our idea and is developing our mobile app. They first created a prototype, did our screens, and did everything other than the coding. The app will be available in the App Store soon — we're about a month away from a full launch.
How did you come to work with Naked.?
We did our research and found them. After meeting with Naked., they opened our eyes to intellectual properties' possibilities to create a viable mobile app that’s viable and more attractive to investors.
How much have you invested with them?
We've spent $15,000 with them so far.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in September 2021, and the engagement is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Naked. was the missing piece and the glue to connect everyone on one platform, use all the resources available, and educate us on all the phases and processes. It was a fantastic turnaround; they helped me take this business venture and turn it into a viable company that would be attractive to investors and consumers.
How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?
Project management is impressive; they’re organized, ensure everyone has everything they need, and the whole team is on every call. Communication is good.
What did you find most impressive about them?
They’re amazing. Their strongest suit is their confidence in their ability; they under-promise and overdeliver. Naked. also looks to charge the least to get everything done to make us successful.
They not only help with marketing and developing your product, but they also help secure funding and create an investors deck. Naked. wants to save us money, time, and they dive in with us.
Are there any areas they could improve?
There’s nothing I’d have them improve.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Don’t waste your time and your money; hire Naked.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Mobile App Dev for Technology Company
Mobile App DevelopmentUX/UI Design
$1,000,000 to $9,999,999
May 2021 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“They made our idea their own, and they want it to be as successful as possible.”
Jul 8, 2021
Owner, Pioneering Tech Ventures LLC
Aaron Wooten
Verified
Other industries
San Angelo, Texas
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Naked. is helping a newly founded technology company develop a cross-platform app. Their involvement includes UI design, wireframe creation, and mobile app development.
Naked.’s open communication and availability have helped the client face this challenging project, easing the process and bringing their idea to life. The team has exceeded the client’s expectations on quality and timelines. They’re also very knowledgeable and bring a fun work environment.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the CEO and founder of Pioneering Tech Ventures, a newly founded technology company. Some of my family members have ownership as well, and we’re developing a mobile application that will be placed on the App Store and the Googe Play Store.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
We brought in Naked. to help us build our app.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
We’ve worked with Naked. on both sides of this project: design and development. After signing the NDA, we had some meetings where I pitched my idea. They asked questions to understand better what product I wanted to create and which problems I was trying to solve.
During the 4–6-week design process, they simplified the terms to help understand what it would take to create the app. We also bounced ideas off of each other, and they helped me define some aspects in areas where I was unsure of things so we could take my idea to the highest level possible.
They’ve also helped me define my app’s UI and create a 2D wireframe, so I can take it to investors if I need to get money behind it to fund my venture. Now, we’re getting started in the development process, so this wireframe will also help us make it easier.
This will be a cross-platform app, available for both Android and iOS systems, and we might also have a web version. However, we’re still defining some things.
What is the team composition?
I’ve had contact with John (Co-Founder & CEO), and I’ve talked to 5–6 people at least once a week during the design process, including Robby (Executive Creative Director), Jason (Co-Founder), and Jenna (Senior Client Success Manager), who is the main communication point between Naked. and me. I know that a few more people are working on the project behind the scenes, and as we transition into the development process, we’re going to have more people assigned to us.
How did you come to work with Naked.?
I started researching the top app development companies and stumbled upon Naked. Their reputation and the way that they marketed themselves attracted me at first, but the conversation that I had with John was what convinced me. He was very knowledgeable, nice, and patient in helping me understand this process.
It was also very comfortable to hear John’s track record; he had worked behind many successful apps, and he had constantly been pushing himself and his team to be better and bigger. This attracted me to them; I wanted to be part of the success of a team that seemed inspired to find the next big thing.
How much have you invested with them?
We’ve spent over $100,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in May 2021, and our engagement is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Naked. has done a great job of setting up the wireframes and bringing my idea almost to life. They’ve also given me a lot of options to pick from and made me feel very included as if I were leading the whole process, even when I haven’t understood some of the parts.
Additionally, we’re very impressed with their openness in communication and how easy it is to get a hold of them; it doesn’t feel like we’re working with a giant company. On the contrary, it feels like they made our idea their own, and they want it to be as successful as possible.
How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?
Naked. has gone above and beyond on deadlines, delivering assets earlier than requested and exceeding our expectations. John and his whole team have been very open to communication throughout the whole process, being on top of everything.
They’ve laid out a great plan for me, and they’ve aided me in setting up things outside of their job. For example, they helped me with the business essentials. Additionally, we’ve changed things at the last minute, and they’ve been very open to helping us.
I’m in Texas, and they’re in California, so we have a two-hour difference. However, they’re very willing to work with me on what I need.
They are also very available for questions, which is very helpful for a 22-year-old entrepreneur like me. They’ve helped me bounce ideas off and start my business. They’ve gone above and beyond in doing more than what they were required to do and made sure that this process is easy.
John and Jenna are easily available through calls, texts, and emails. They’re very responsive and help the process be as stress-free and easy as possible.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The best thing about working with Naked. is the environment they bring with them. They’re serious about their work and get the job done, but they also provide a fun environment to nurture our ideas, making a scary process seem much less scary.
Additionally, they really try to know what we’re thinking; they don’t try to steer us but help us.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I don’t think they could improve on anything. It’s hard seeing them do anything better because they’ve exceeded our expectations in most areas.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Don’t be scared to ask questions. They’ll likely know the answer, and if not, they’ll help you find it. They’re very easy to communicate with, which is what you want from a company that’s helping you build your business. Additionally, they want you to succeed as much as you do.
RATINGS
5.0
"They go above and beyond to make sure my experience is great, and they’re very good people to work with."
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"They’re on top of the game, and they’ve exceeded our expectations."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"They gave me the price beforehand, and they’ve done everything they said they would do."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"They took an unknown situation for me and made it a very comfortable and pleasant experience.
App Conceptualization for Professional Consultation App
Mobile App DevelopmentUX/UI Design
Confidential
June - Sep. 2020
3.5
Quality
3.0
Schedule
3.0
Cost
3.0
Willing to Refer
4.0
"The team was really good at wireframing and figuring out how to deliver the best experience for the end customer."
May 17, 2021
Founder and CEO, Professional Consultation App
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Los Angeles, California
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Naked. provided mobile app design and conceptualization services for a professional consultation cross-platform app. The team focused on creating design concepts and building wireframes and user stories.
Naked. developed the client's ideas successfully, providing solid, functional, and professional work. Although the team has a considerable area for improvement in communication, their vast experience helped and contributed greatly to the app's growth and evolution.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the CEO and founder of a professional consultation mobile application.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked?
We needed mobile app design services.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
We initially had a meeting with Naked. where we talked about the app concept. The team then started putting some deliverables together, such as wireframes, user stories, design concepts, and all kinds of prework needed to get ready to develop our app.
What is the team composition?
We worked with around six people: a chief design officer, a creative director, a UI/UX designer, a project manager, and a couple of developers.
How did you come to work with Naked?
I knew about Naked. because an acquaintance had met their chief design officer, so I went with them because I already had a contact there.
What is the status of this engagement?
Our engagement lasted from June–September 2020.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The impact was that we were able to take the deliverables they produced and go to other providers to see if we could get estimates to develop the app. We were able to meet more developers and present them with a more advanced project, rather than with just an app idea.
How did Naked perform from a project management standpoint?
Naked.’s project management was average. The team had set up a deadline to deliver the user stories, and we didn’t get them until a week or more later. They didn’t communicate to give us updates on this issue or to apologize for the inconvenience.
We communicated mostly through Zoom meetings.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The team was really good at wireframing and figuring out how to deliver the best experience for the end customer.
Are there any areas they could improve?
They could have better communication around deliverables, updates, and statuses.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Make sure to set expectations and timeframes. Define clearly what the final deliverables are going to look like and request examples of them so that other providers can understand clearly what they can later offer to the project.
RATINGS
3.5
Quality
3.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
3.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
3.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
4.0
NPS
Web & App Prototype Design for Landscape Construction Co
Mobile App DevelopmentWeb DesignWeb Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Mar. 2020 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
‘‘This project is going to make a life-changing difference for me.’’
Apr 16, 2021
Owner, Landscape Construction Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Lake Forest, California
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Naked. is providing design and development services for a swimming pool building company. They’re creating web and app prototypes that will serve as the basis for a future development project.
The client is excited about their team's empathy with their business. Naked. is leading a consistent process in the creation of web and app prototypes. They're being considered for future development work following the construction of the prototype due to the success of the project.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the owner and designer of a swimming pool company. I’m also a contractor.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
We need help to develop a design app and website.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Right now they’re designing and developing a prototype from scratch for a cross-platform app and a website. The app has design-based functionalities. The final platform will be available on iOS, Android, and the web. I’m sure we’ll go back to them once we get the funding for the building of the app.
What is the team composition?
Our first contact was John (Owner), and there are about five people currently working with our team.
How did you come to work with Naked.?
I found them on Google when we were searching for app developers. Naked. offers a $395 master class that goes through all the steps needed to build an app, from templates to funding. I purchased the class because it’s expensive to build an app, and I don’t have the funding for it myself.
After watching the video I had questions, so I contacted John and sent him my idea with images and thoughts. He called me back right away, and we were in touch for the next three days; I didn’t even call other companies when I decided to do the prototype with them.
How much have you invested with them?
Our total investment will be $30,000 at the end of the project.
What is the status of this engagement?
We’ve been working together since March 2021. We still have several weeks before we finish developing this app, so the project is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We’re still in the prototype stage, so we don’t have any metrics, but we’re excited about this project. I’ve been working hard my entire life and this project is going to make a life-changing difference for me. When I talk to Naked’s team, I can see they’re as excited as me, and that’s very cool.
How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?
They’re good and consistent; we have weekly meetings as well.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The personal attention we get from their team is impressive.
Are there any areas they could improve?
So far, I don’t think there’s anything they could improve.
Any advice for potential customers?
At the moment, I can just recommend letting them guide the project.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"It’s a lot of money for me, but I’m willing to take a risk with them because they make me feel comfortable."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
E-Commerce Application Prototyping for Online Retail Company
Mobile App Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Feb. 2021 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They bring our ideas to life, as well as the technical aspect of how the app will function."
Mar 9, 2021
Owner, Online Retail Company
Anonymous
Verified
Retail
Atlanta, Georgia
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Naked. provided an online retail company with e-commerce platform development and prototyping. Their goal is to finalize a mobile app for consumers, and a website for the backend component.
While the app is yet to launch, the client is amazed at the initial prototyping process spearheaded by the Naked. team. Their collaboration in developing the app has been nothing short of collaborative and productive. The two parties will continue to work together for the next phase of the project.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the owner of an online retail company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
We needed someone to develop a mobile app and website.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Naked is in the process of developing an e-commerce platform for our company. They’re starting from scratch and have just finished the prototyping phase where we did a lot of discovery to define the purpose of the app. It also involved identifying the problems and then solving them, coming up with the concept, the flow, the different functionalities, and creating the prototypes and screens based on what we discovered.
The final product will be a mobile app with a couple of different components. It’ll be a website for the admin part, and then the mobile app will be the other piece. It will be available for both iOS and Android.
What is the team composition?
I talk to John (Co-Founder & CEO), Jason (Co-Founder), Robbie (Executive Creative Director), and Jenna (Account Manager). Jenna is kind of like the gatekeeper of all the information. She goes to all the meetings and makes sure that our communication goes to the team. John was the person that I originally talked to, and made me want to work with their company.
How did you come to work with Naked.?
It all started with a Google search and it led me to another company with whom I had a consultation. My search led me to Clutch and I wasn’t too pleased with their reviews so I started looking for other companies. I probably consulted with at least six different developers on Clutch before I decided to go with Naked.
Naked. was one of the last companies that I talked to, and I was sold after just talking to John because he’s very transparent. He gives very honest feedback and he just sounds like he really knows the business — he also likes my idea. On top of all that, I love their website’s aesthetic and content because that is important in the development of my app. I wanted to go with a company whose own aesthetic really reflected what I wanted with the app.
Just talking directly to John makes me excited about developing the app.
What is the status of this engagement?
The actual project started in January 2021, and we’re still working together.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The process in itself is amazing. The collaboration that we had with the weekly meetings was very productive, encouraging, and inspiring — it got us even more excited about the app. They asked all the questions about things I haven’t really considered and helped me answer them. They bring our ideas to life, as well as the technical aspect of how the app will function.
As far as the deliverables go, we saw the product evolve from being a basic idea, to being a good representation of our initial vision for the app. They do a good job of letting you take the lead on your idea, and giving you very valuable and insightful guidance about the industry standards. That was a big part of me understanding things from a technical aspect so I can put them into our marketing.
Moreover, they’re very receptive to feedback. I’m very picky and tedious about every small detail, but they don’t even bat an eye when I request small revisions on pieces. That’s a good thing for me because I can be very specific, and I want to make sure everything is perfect. They’re also willing to make even the smallest changes to ensure we’re happy with the results.
How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?
We have weekly Zoom meetings and we typically communicate through email. They’re sort of like an extension of our team, and you would think that we all worked together already.
What did you find most impressive about them?
We’re impressed with their knowledge. You can tell they’re really knowledgeable in the areas they specialize in, and they’re a really diverse team — which I really appreciate. Their communication style is also good and enjoyable. I remember when we had our first meeting, it took hours, but we talked so much and it went by so fast because it wasn’t just a mundane meeting. I like meeting with them, and I’m excited to continue the relationship and further develop the app.
Are there any areas they could improve?
From my perspective, there’s nothing I want to change. I just think our team is a really good fit for them. Our personality and aesthetic really match, so that’s why I think everything went so smoothly.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
My advice would be to just be prepared to think outside the box, and prepare to articulate exactly what you want and what your vision is.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
E-Commerce & Web Development for Online Beauty Store
Web Development
$200,000 to $999,999
June 2020 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"As far as timeliness and deadlines go, the entire team has been phenomenal."
Jan 4, 2021
Co-Founder, Agents of Radical
Andrea Berk
Verified
Other industries
Los Angeles, California
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
An online beauty store hired Naked. to build and develop their own e-commerce platform. Naked. is managing the entire development and design process.
The product is currently in pre-launch but the stakeholders have been impressed with the team's ingenuity and meticulous attention to detail. The team is able to adapt to spontaneous situations and is generally great at interpreting the client's vision into reality.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the co-founder of Agents of Radical, and we are building an e-commerce platform targeted towards beauty professionals. This is so they can build and create their own e-commerce site with products from our inventory.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
We were going to build a small number of Shopify sites for our clients when we realized it was a much larger need in our industry. Naked. is our solution to basically everything when we decided to make our own version of Shopify.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
They’re building this platform from scratch. This is a web-based application that uses unique domains per store. We are using other platforms like Stripe for payment and Zoho for inventory processing. Everything is customized, and Naked. is overseeing the entire process from design to development.
What is the team composition?
We work directly with Jenna (Project Manager). They also have different people stepping in and out on different stages of the site, so I probably work with around 8–12 people at a time.
How did you come to work with Naked.?
They’re actually an acquaintance of my business partner. He’s been trying to work with them for several years, but the right idea just hasn’t come across his plate until we partnered up. I’m not actually sure how they met but they’ve known each other for over 15 years.
We still shopped around with other development companies and web builders, but the experience and expertise that Naked. had far surpassed everyone else’s. They had the clients and reviews from other startups like us. Basically, they just had a lot of proof of concepts (POCs), and that’s how we chose to go with them.
How much have you invested with them?
On the first round of development, we have spent about $300,000. There are several layers that we’re going to be adding in, so starting at that price point, it will go up significantly.
What is the status of this engagement?
Our ongoing partnership with them started in June 2020.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We don’t have any financial metrics as of the moment since we’re in pre-launch. However, one thing I can say for them is their attention to detail and their intuitiveness are absolutely incredible.
I went in with the creative idea and spent several hours together in their boardroom drawing up this entire concept. Nine times out of 10 it would take 3–5 rounds of explaining before a typical dev team would get the idea — these guys got it on the first shot. They came back to me about a week or two later with a mock-up of the design, and they put exactly what I envisioned on the screen.
How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?
Jenna is one of the most prompt and timely people that I’ve ever worked with. She’s always on Zoom two minutes before the actual hour and replies to our emails regardless of what time in the day they come in. She’s always so responsive and makes sure that I know she received my messages.
As far as timeliness and deadlines go, the entire team has been phenomenal. There have been some setbacks, but I don’t consider any of them to be reflective of the team. It’s more of a COVID-19 pandemic situation, and honestly, when things are late it’s probably coming from me and my partner’s side of things.
They use the Monday dashboard to keep track of all the progress.
What did you find most impressive about them?
What’s impressive about them is collectively, they all understand what we’re doing. It feels like they’re really dedicated to our process, and I always feel like we’re a priority — I’ve never felt shuffled around the mix with Naked.
Their team is so open to critiques and new ideas. They will pivot on a dime if I have an idea that wasn’t originally part of the game plan. Everything that I have asked for, as wild and impossible as it may seem, has always been answered with a “Yes,” and they have always followed through with it. They have never misled us and have always made everything happen. Even if it’s a little bit difficult, they always find the answer.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I really don’t know. Truthfully, I’ve been so happy with this experience that I haven’t had any critique for them. Even in a pandemic and living in a state where things are pretty rough, they’re constantly always working.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
My advice would be to meet them with the same attitude you want them to meet you with. I’m always open and happy to see them and excited to see what they’re presenting. We’re very communicative and are happy to critique back and forth.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
E-commerce Platform Development for Retail Company
E-Commerce Development
$200,000 to $999,999
July 2020 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“Their ability to understand what we wanted to accomplish set them apart.”
Jan 4, 2021
Co-Founder, Agents of Radical, LLC.
Carlos Morales
Verified
Retail
Los Angeles, California
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Naked. developed an e-commerce platform for a beauty retail company looking to democratize the space. After an extensive design phase, the team built the full platform for the client.
While the platform has not yet launched, the results thus far have received incredibly positive feedback from the internal team. Naked. Produces high-quality results that meet the needs and specifications of the client. The team ensures a seamless workflow between teams.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I am the co-founder of Agents of Radical, an e-commerce platform looking to democratize retail in the beauty space. One of the unsung heroes in the beauty industry is the independent professional. They get very little compensation, and we are looking to bridge the gap between large retailers and independent professionals.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
We were looking for help in building our platform.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Naked. Developed our e-commerce platform for us. They are the technology team that is helping bring my concept to life. Our platform allows independent beauty professionals to create a unique URL that allows them to sell their products directly to customers.
First, we went through a 4–6 week design process. During this time, we met with their team on a weekly basis and shared our entire hearts with them. We took them through our notes and drawings so they could really understand what it is we’re trying to do. Then, they mapped out exactly what we wanted to build.
Within a month after that process, we pulled the trigger and had them start developing the platform for us. Their team builds the engine that will house my platform.
What is the team composition?
We work with John (Founder & CEO), Jason (Co-Founder), and Jenna (Account Manager), and a few developers. We’ve been consistently working with a team of seven.
How did you come to work with Naked.?
I’ve known John for about 25 years and Jason for 40. In past positions in the beauty space, I’ve wanted to work with them but was never able to. I always knew that when I had the possibility to build my own thing that I was going to partner with them.
How much have you invested with them?
We have invested about $305,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
Our ongoing engagement began in July 2020.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
While we are still in the pre-launch phase, I am overwhelmingly happy with the product. We’ve looked at what other models exist in the beauty space and we have really outdone those existing platforms.
How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?
Every week, we have a dev team meeting where they walk us through everything they’re working on. There’s never any question of where we’re at in the process with them. We communicate via text or email and I can always get ahold of anybody that I need to.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Their ability to understand what we wanted to accomplish set them apart. They spent the whole design phase trying to get a deep understanding of our project. They don’t just create an outline or a blueprint, they put the time in to map the whole thing out.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, everything was great.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
I highly recommend going through their design process or at least speaking to John. He’ll be able to tell you in five minutes if your idea is good or not. By starting there, at least you can revise from there.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Mobile App Dev & Design for Mental Health Organization
Mobile App DevelopmentUX/UI Design
$10,000 to $49,999
Sep. - Oct. 2020
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The way the team communicates is really great, and they understand what they're doing."
Oct 30, 2020
Co-Founder, Mentally Fit
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
New York City, New York
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Naked. provided mobile application development and design for a mental health organization. The team created a working prototype that will help the client raise funds for the app's development.
Naked. successfully finished the prototype and the client is now working on securing funds for the development. The team and the higher-ups were very involved in the process. Their close-knit and communicative process throughout the engagement helped in bringing clarity to the project.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m one of the co-founders of Mentally Fit Community Inc. We build communities to provide access to support and resources for improving mental health. We have about 100,000 people in our community worldwide.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
We were looking to build an iOS and Android application to take our organization to the next level. To do that, we needed to create a prototype that we could show to investors to secure funding.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Naked. developed a clickable prototype of a mental health support application. We had an initial meeting where we talked through our scope, ideas, what we wanted the app to look like, and how we wanted it to be functional.
We then looked at the wireframes and edited them before starting on the design. For this process, we started by sharing brand guidelines so that they could understand the look and feel we were going for. Next, they presented a mood board along with drafts of the app. All of them were really good and showed us that they understood our brand. We ended up choosing the design that day from the samples they showed us.
The team also helped us with our investor and pitch deck. They handled the creation of the prototype photos and everything that we’d need to start our fundraising stage. With the initial part done, we’ll start the development process with them later this year.
What is the team composition?
We’ve worked with 5–6 people. John (Co-Founder & CEO) advises us on how to raise money, how to approach investors, and other similar business strategies. We’re also in close communication with Jason (Co-Founder & Chief Design Officer). He’s been working closely with us on our MVP and designs.
There’s Adrienne (UI/UX Designer) who has a psychology background, which is really cool. Then we have Robby (Executive Creative Director) and Jenna (Account Manager). She’s been organizing everything, making sure we receive deliverables on time, scheduling meetings, and taking notes.
How did you come to work with Naked.?
I met a company that specializes in AI at a tech networking event and talked to them about our app. They recommended Naked., so I reached out. It was really the way they carried out their process and structured approach that made us choose them.
How much have you invested with them?
We've invested $10,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working with Naked. around September 2020. The initial project is done, but we’re planning to continue working with Naked. to develop the app. I’m still in contact with them as we’re raising funds, and we’re on track to start development by December 2020.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
Currently, we have a working prototype developed for both Android and iOS devices. The prototype will help us raise funds while also helping our audience understand our goals for the community.
How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?
Working with Naked. is such a close-knit and communicative process. We’re the type of client that prefers to be very involved at each step, and they make it very easy to follow along. They have a Monday board where we can see our progress on the full project dashboard. We never feel like we don’t know what’s going on.
It’s great to have a project manager who brings all the pieces together so that we can see the bigger picture. They email, text, and conduct weekly calls to keep us up-to-date. We also had the chance to work and meet with them in-person.
What did you find most impressive about them?
We are impressed with the overall clarity of the project. The way the team communicates is really great, and they understand what they're doing. Lifestyle-wise, I think it's a good team. They're really cool, too. They have a dog in the office and everything that we would want.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I don’t think that there’s really anything to be improved. They’re hitting all the marks right now.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
If you’re going to hire Naked., you won’t have to do much to get the most out of the engagement. Their project manager will make sure that things are moving forward. Just email them back and show up to the meetings.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Mobile App Dev & Design for Early-Stage App Startup
Mobile App DevelopmentUX/UI Design
$10,000 to $49,999
June 2020 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They were helpful and polite."
Sep 8, 2020
Founder, Raava
Wyatt Fletcher
Verified
Arts, entertainment & music
Canada
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Naked. designed and developed a prototype of an iOS and Android self-improvement mobile app.
Naked. delivered a solid prototype. The team possessed strong project management skills, responding quickly to questions. Their transparency and willingness to help were also valuable during the engagement.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the founder of Raava.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
I had ideas for a self-improvement app.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
We gave them a lot of creative flexibility, and Naked. designed and developed an iOS and Android app.
What is the team composition?
I worked with four of their teammates routinely.
How did you come to work with Naked.?
I research developers and interviewed 5–7 app developers in the country. I eventually flew out and met with Naked. They had everything that I needed, including the experience.
How much have you invested with them?
We began working with them in June 2020, and I just wrapped up with them a couple of weeks ago. My work with them is over until the next step is ready to be taken.
What is the status of this engagement?
We spent $15,000
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
I’ve researched over 20 apps that are similar to mine, and I’m excited about where it’s going to go. It’s a great prototype.
How did Naked. perform from a project management standpoint?
Their project management was good. They had a lot of online project management programs including Monday. I could go online and see where we were in terms of the weekly routine. There was never a question that didn’t have an immediate answer
What did you find most impressive about them?
The team always shared their honest opinions, which was helpful. No one was standoffish, and I never felt like it was on me to come up with everything to say. They were helpful and polite.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, not that I can think of.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Do your research, and be open to change and their opinions.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Mobile App Design for Startup
Mobile App Development
$10,000 to $49,999
June 2020 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“Everyone has great energy and ideas, and they’re open and honest.”
Aug 13, 2020
CEO, SeeStash
Brent Underwood
Verified
Media
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Naked. provides app development services for a startup. Their work includes design and development.
Naked.’s work has met the mark, and the app has been lauded for its user-friendliness. The team is collaborative, honest, and engaging. Customers can expect a knowledgeable vendor that goes the extra mile to explain any technical concepts.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the CEO of an app startup.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Naked.?
I hired Naked. to build a mobile app for my company.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
They took my ideas and brought them to life in app form.
What is the team composition?
I worked with John (Co-founder & CEO), Jason (Co-Founder), Robby (Executive Creative Director), and Jenna (Mobile App Development Manager).
How did you come to work with Naked.?
I found them initially on Clutch, and then again when I was doing my own research. I reached out to several other companies. Their leadership gave me very personal attention, and I liked their philosophy to startups.
How much have you invested with them?
We’ve spent $15,000 so far.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in June 2020, and our work is ongoing.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
The team was experienced and helpful in making me feel comfortable in sharing my ideas. It was a great two-way conversation. They did a great job of creating something fun and transparent, that’s also secure. When I showed it to my family and friends, they loved it and thought it was very user friendly.
How did Naked.perform from a project management standpoint?
They were spot-on and always kept me in the loop. We laid out what we would be going over week to week. If we needed to go back and reviews something, it was always noted in the follow-up meeting. We used Figma and EnVision for project management.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The culture they built throughout the project was very impressive. It feels like we’ve been working together for years. Everyone has great energy and ideas, and they’re open and honest. Overall, it’s a very calm and receptive culture. Especially during the pandemic, meeting with them was the highlight of my week.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, they really exceeded my expectations.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
If you’re new to creating an app, like I was, I would recommend working with Naked. They’ll guide you through the process at every step and won’t shame you for not knowing the terminology.
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