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Transform complex problems into digital solutions

Appstem is a product design agency focused on transforming complex problems into elegant digital solutions. Our experienced team combines the cutting-edge power of a full-service agency with the high-level of attention that comes with a boutique firm.

  • Min project size
    $50,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $150 - $199 / hr
  • Employees
    10 - 49
  • Locations
    San Francisco, CA
  • Year founded
    Founded 2010

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    Pricing Snapshot

    Min. project size $50,000+
    Avg. hourly rate $150 - $199 /hr
    Rating for cost 4.7 /5

    What Clients Have Said

    Appstem's project costs range from $51,000 to $200,000, with specific projects costing around $65,000 to $95,000. Clients appreciate their competitive pricing, effective communication, and value for cost, often noting successful outcomes and ongoing partnerships.

    This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

    Most Common Project Size

    $50,000 - $199,999 based on 10 reviews
    < $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 $200,000 - $999,999 > $1,000,000
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    Overall Review Rating

    5.0
    • Quality 5.0
    • Schedule 4.8
    • Cost 4.7
    • Willing to Refer 5.0

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    Review Highlights

    • Competitive Pricing and Value

      Several clients chose Appstem due to their competitive pricing, which offers good value for the high-quality work delivered. This is particularly important for startups and smaller companies.

    • Successful Long-Term Partnerships

      Many clients have ongoing relationships with Appstem, indicating a high level of satisfaction and trust. Clients often return to Appstem for additional projects, reflecting their positive experiences.

    • High-Quality Design and User Experience

      Several reviews highlight Appstem’s strong design capabilities, noting that the apps they develop are visually appealing and user-friendly. Their ability to deliver elegant and smooth user experiences stands out.

    • Areas for Improvement: QA Testing

      One client mentioned that Appstem could improve their QA testing process, as some bugs were found in the deliverables. This suggests a need for more robust internal testing procedures.

    • Excellent Client Support and Guidance

      Appstem provides excellent support and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, helping clients navigate technical challenges and make informed decisions. Their expertise and advice are greatly appreciated.

    • Seamless Integration with Client Teams

      Appstem is praised for integrating seamlessly with client teams, often feeling like an extension of the internal team rather than an outsourced vendor. This enhances collaboration and project success.

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    Retailer Comparison App for Consumer Products Manufacturer

    • Mobile App Development
    • $10,000 to $49,999
    • Jan. - June 2018
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    “I appreciated how efficiently they worked, and they really valued my time.”

    Director of E-Commerce, Johnson & Johnson
    Russ Heilbrun
    • Retail
    • Minneapolis, Minnesota
    • 10,001+ Employees
    • Online Review 
    • Verified

    Appstem developed an internal mobile app that allows users to compare and contrast the public’s mobile experience for top retail sites. They worked iteratively and met all expectations.

    iOS Development for Action Sports Group Messaging App

    • Mobile App Development
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • June 2017 - Ongoing
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    4.5
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "Appstem has gone above and beyond in the amount of work they have done."

    Owner, Ridey, LLC
    Anonymous
    • IT Services
    • Campbell, California
    • 1-10 Employees
    • Phone Interview 
    • Verified

    Appstem built an iOS social networking app, developed APIs, integrated Google and Facebook, and created a subscription capability. They built a parallel microsite and are now rolling out additional features.

    Mobile Responsive Web App for University Research Study

    • Web Development
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • Jan. 2017 - Ongoing
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    4.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "They went above and beyond the actual implementation and refined the project even further."

    Clinical Informatics Physician, University of California
    Steven Chan
    • Education
    • San Francisco, California
    • 10,001+ Employees
    • Phone Interview 
    • Verified

    Appstem handled both the frontend and backend of a mobile responsive web app, focusing on customizing the UI, creating speech recognition and language processing functionalities, and Azure integrations.

    iOS App Dev for Social Media Platform

    • Mobile App Development
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • Oct. 2017 - Mar. 2018
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    “They went the extra mile all the time and made the look-and-feel really nice.”

    Founder & CEO, Couch Critic
    Blaise Smith
    • Information technology
    • San Francisco, California
    • 1-10 Employees
    • Phone Interview 
    • Verified

    Appstem developed a social media application for iOS which allows users to create an inner circle of reviewers of movies and TV shows. Their work included the wireframes, design, development, and testing.

    iOS and Android Development for Hospital Education Application

    • Mobile App Development
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • Mar. - Apr. 2015
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    “They were super efficient, reliable, and easy to communicate with.”

    Informatics Analyst, University of San Francisco
    Rachelle Avila
    • Healthcare
    • San Francisco, California
    • 10,001+ Employees
    • Online Review 
    • Verified

    Appstem developed an iOS and Android application to display and provide information. Working from documentation, basic functionalities, and technical requirements, they built out the apps.

    iOS & Android Development for SaaS Startup

    • Mobile App Development
    • $200,000 to $999,999
    • Dec. 2015 - July 2017
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "They operated in the true spirit of partnership and were committed to our success."

    SVP of Product Operations, EmployeeChannel
    Mark Oney
    • Information technology
    • San Francisco, California
    • 11-50 Employees
    • Online Review 
    • Verified

    Appstem built native iOS and Android apps within a tight deadline for a product release. They also developed some features for the web app, provided UX expertise, and handled QA.

    IoT Android App Dev for Home Automation Company

    • Mobile App Development
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • Apr. - July 2015
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "They were responsive and we worked well together."

    Former CTO, Dwelo
    Isaac Martin
    • Information technology
    • San Francisco, California
    • 11-50 Employees
    • Online Review 
    • Verified

    Appstem developed an Android app from scratch for managing IoT home automation devices. They focused on making it both scalable an easy to maintain.

    Website Re-design for Small Aviation Company

    • Web Design
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • May 2017 - Ongoing
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "Their design work is great, but the biggest thing for us is their effective communication."

    IT Manager, JetSuite
    Amir Bahadoran
    • Manufacturing
    • Los Angeles, California
    • 201-500 Employees
    • Phone Interview 
    • Verified

    AppStem overhauled the frontend and backend systems of a small airline’s website. They built a custom CMS, with special attention paid to mobile optimization.

    Custom iOS Development For Tripext

    • Mobile App Development
    • Confidential
    4.5
    Quality
    4.5
    Schedule
    4.0
    Cost
    4.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "[T]hey’re able to execute in a fairly complex project environment."

    Co-Founder, Tripext
    Lois Shim
    • Hospitality & leisure
    • San Francisco, California
    • 1-10 Employees
    • Phone Interview 
    • Verified

    Appstem built an iOS app that allows users to share travel information. The project included wireframing, back-end development, interface design, custom algorithm development, testing and updates. 

    Website Redesign & Migration for Ad Monetization Platform

    • Web Design
    • Confidential
    • Jan. 2012 - Ongoing
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    4.0
    Cost
    4.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "We don't just work with Appstem, we build with Appstem."

    Marketing Specialist, Chartboost
    Amir Friedlander
    • Software
    • San Francisco, California
    • 51-200 Employees
    • Online Review 
    • Verified

    Chosen from a previous positive experience with them, Appstem migrated and redesigned a help site and will likely handle the future redesign of the marketing site.

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