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Custom Digital Product Development with AI Development Expertise

Cheesecake Labs is a nearshore digital product studio focused on building custom web and mobile applications, with an emphasis on thoughtful UX/UI design, AI integration, and long-term product support. With 10+ years of experience, they’ve delivered 300+ custom apps for US startups and Fortune 500 companies. 

 

  • Min project size
    $50,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $50 - $99 / hr
  • Employees
    50 - 249
  • Locations
    San Francisco, CA
  • Year founded
    Founded 2013
  • Languages
  • Timezones

2 Languages that we service

  • English
  • Portuguese

4 Timezones that we service

PST
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
CST
Central Standard Time (CST)
EST
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
BET
Brazil Eastern Time (BET)

2 Locations

  • San Francisco , CA
  • Florianopolis , Brazil

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    Pricing Snapshot

    Min. project size $50,000+
    Avg. hourly rate $50 - $99 /hr
    Rating for cost 4.6 /5

    What Clients Have Said

    Cheesecake Labs provides competitive pricing, with project costs ranging from $12,000 to over $1 million. Clients consistently highlight their value for cost, effective project management, and ability to meet deadlines, making them a reliable choice for various development needs.

    This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

    Most Common Project Size

    $50,000 - $199,999 based on 53 reviews
    < $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 $200,000 - $999,999 > $1,000,000

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    Cheesecake Labs Review Insights

    Overall Review Rating

    4.9
    • Quality 4.9
    • Schedule 4.8
    • Cost 4.6
    • Willing to Refer 5.0

    Top Mentions

    Review Highlights

    • Proactive Problem-Solving

      Cheesecake Labs is recognized for their proactive approach to problem-solving, often suggesting innovative solutions to technical challenges. Their eagerness to improve and refine project outcomes is appreciated by clients.

    • Challenges with Time Zone Differences

      Some clients mention the occasional challenge of time zone differences, particularly for real-time collaboration. However, Cheesecake Labs mitigates this with overlapping working hours and effective asynchronous communication.

    • Strong Project Management Skills

      Multiple clients commend Cheesecake Labs for their effective project management, including timely deliveries, proactive communication, and well-organized sprints. Their ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain transparency contributes to successful project outcomes.

    • Expertise in Emerging Technologies

      Cheesecake Labs demonstrates expertise in emerging technologies like blockchain, AI, and IoT. Clients value their ability to tackle complex challenges and innovate with technologies such as Stellar blockchain and smart contracts.

    • Effective Communication and Collaboration

      Cheesecake Labs is praised for their clear and consistent communication, using tools like Slack, Google Meet, and Jira. Their collaborative approach ensures alignment with client goals, facilitating a smooth workflow even across different time zones.

    • Cultural and Value Alignment

      The company is often selected for its cultural fit and alignment with client values. Clients note that Cheesecake Labs operates as a true partner, taking ownership of projects and fostering a collaborative team environment.

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    Web App & Backend Portal Dev for Wedding Video Prod Company

    • Custom Software Development Other Application Development UX/UI Design
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • Apr. - Nov. 2025
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "Overall, we were very pleased with the experience."

    Nov 14, 2025
    Founder & CEO, Clip Collective
    Nathan Scarbrough
    Verified
    • Media
    • Memphis, Tennessee
    • 1-10 Employees
    • Phone Interview
    • Verified

    Cheesecake Labs developed a progressive web app and a backend admin portal for a wedding video production company. The team also provided a full tech stack recommendation, including native and Swift.

    Custom Smart Wallet Dev for Public Blockchain Nonprofit

    • Blockchain Custom Software Development
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • Apr. - Sep. 2025
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    4.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "Cheesecake Labs' ability to take on challenges that no one had faced before was impressive."

    Nov 4, 2025
    Director of Product, Public Blockchain Nonprofit
    Anonymous
    Verified
    • Non-profit
    • San Francisco, California
    • 51-200 Employees
    • Phone Interview
    • Verified

    Cheesecake Labs developed a custom smart wallet for a public blockchain nonprofit to be used at an event. Features included payments, NFTs, and custom tokens. The team's work included development and testing.

    App Redevelopment for Education Company

    • Custom Software Development DevOps Managed Services IT Staff Augmentation
    • $50,000 to $199,999
    • Mar. - June 2025
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "The partnership exceeded all expectations."

    Jun 18, 2025
    System Development Manager, Primum
    Rogerio Costa
    Verified
    • Education
    • Sao Paulo, Brazil
    • 201-500 Employees
    • Online Review
    • Verified

    Cheesecake Labs migrated a web app from React.js to Flutter for an educational holding company. The team rewrote 90% of the UI components as reusable widgets and made the app multi-platform.

    Software Ideation & UX/UI Design for Health Platform

    • Other IT Consulting and SI UX/UI Design Web Design
    • $10,000 to $49,999
    • Nov. - Dec. 2024
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "Given my good experience, I would tell anyone to go for it. Cheesecake Labs is a great company."

    Feb 24, 2025
    Founder, Bem Mais Health
    Guilherme Granzinolli
    Verified
    • Other industries
    • Florianopolis, Brazil
    • 1-10 Employees
    • Phone Interview
    • Verified

    Cheesecake Labs helped a digital health platform ideate their product. The team was tasked with defining customer journeys and the platform’s main features. They also worked on UX/UI design using Figma.

    Mobile App Ideation & Web Dev for Educational Co

    • Mobile App Development Web Design Web Development
    • $10,000 to $49,999
    • Dec. 2024 - Jan. 2025
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "I liked how Cheesecake Labs committed to my project. They were enthusiastic and excited about it."

    Feb 18, 2025
    Founder & CEO, Passport to Shine
    Julica Ortlinghaus
    Verified
    • Education
    • Spain
    • 1-10 Employees
    • Phone Interview
    • Verified

    An educational company hired Cheesecake Labs for mobile app ideation services. The team handled the app's discovery phase, discussing the client's ideas. The team also built and designed a website for the app.

    IT Staff Aug & Mobile App Dev for Nonprofit

    • Custom Software Development IT Staff Augmentation Mobile App Development
    • $200,000 to $999,999
    • May 2022 - Ongoing
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "They have a very can-do attitude, are proactive, and are very eager to help out."

    Feb 11, 2025
    Head of Product, Stellar Development Foundation
    Jessie Serrino
    Verified
    • Other industries
    • Madrid, Spain
    • 51-200 Employees
    • Phone Interview
    • Verified

    Cheesecake Labs has helped a nonprofit build their mobile app. The team has worked on the backend, API development, and technical architecture, and on the client's bank account feature.

    Mobile App Technical Design & Dev for Financial Services Co

    • Blockchain Mobile App Development UX/UI Design
    • Confidential
    • May 2023 - Ongoing
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    4.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    "Cheesecake Labs is great to work with."

    Oct 10, 2024
    Head of Blockchain Innovation, Financial Service Company
    Anonymous
    Verified
    • Financial services
    • Dallas, Texas
    • 1,001-5,000 Employees
    • Phone Interview
    • Verified

    Cheesecake Labs has developed a financial services company's blockchain iOS and Android app. The team has created the POC and technical design and built the app leveraging React Native and Stellar blockchain.

    UI/UX Design & App Dev for University

    • Custom Software Development Mobile App Development UX/UI Design
    • $10,000 to $49,999
    • Feb. - May 2024
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    “Their work was excellent and very affordable.”

    Jul 5, 2024
    VP of Innovation & New Business, University
    Anonymous
    Verified
    • Education
    • Brazil
    • 1,001-5,000 Employees
    • Phone Interview
    • Verified

    A university hired Cheesecake Labs to develop an application. The team created a student journey map with the students’ experiences, needs, and expectations.

    Custom Software Development for Blockchain Nonprofit

    • Custom Software Development
    • Confidential
    • July 2022 - Ongoing
    5.0
    Quality
    5.0
    Schedule
    5.0
    Cost
    5.0
    Willing to Refer
    5.0

    “Working with them is always a pleasure; they feel like an extension of our team.”

    May 3, 2024
    Senior Engineering Manager, Blockchain Nonprofit
    Anonymous
    Verified
    • Other industries
    • San Francisco, California
    • 51-200 Employees
    • Phone Interview
    • Verified

    A blockchain nonprofit has hired Cheesecake Labs to build a disbursement platform for humanitarian aid. The team has worked on front- and backend development using Go, Terraform, CI/CD, and Apache Kafka. 

    MVP PRODUCT

    Looking for an MVP to validate your new product or service? We'll provide transparency and predictability on the investment and time required based on your business and product complexity. Our expert team will guide you to deliver a valuable and delightful experience. Contact us for a free consultation and to learn how we can be your best partner.

    Small

    Kickstarter for entrepreneurs & early-stages

    $50,000 /total
    • Native App
    • Product Definition
    • Product Design (UX & UI)
    • Figma Prototype
    • Delivery Time - Phase 1: 6 to 8 weeks

    Large

    Enterprise Package

    $250,000 /total
    • Native App
    • Product Definition
    • Product Design (UX & UI)
    • Figma Prototype
    • Delivery Time - Phase 1: 8 to 12 weeks
    Features

    Small

    $50,000

    /total

    Medium

    $100,000

    /total

    Large

    $250,000

    /total

    Native App

    Product Definition

    Product Design (UX & UI)

    Figma Prototype

    Delivery Time - Phase 1

    6 to 8 weeks

    6 to 8 weeks

    8 to 12 weeks

    Front-End Development

    Back-End Development

    Delivery Time - Phase 2

    2 to 3 months

    3 to 6 months

    6 to 9 months

    QA Testing & Polish

    Maintenance & Support

    TBD

    TBD

    TBD

    Small

    $50,000

    /total

    Native App

    Product Definition

    Product Design (UX & UI)

    Figma Prototype

    Delivery Time - Phase 1

    6 to 8 weeks

    Front-End Development

    Back-End Development

    Delivery Time - Phase 2

    2 to 3 months

    QA Testing & Polish

    Maintenance & Support

    TBD

    Medium

    $100,000

    /total

    Native App

    Product Definition

    Product Design (UX & UI)

    Figma Prototype

    Delivery Time - Phase 1

    6 to 8 weeks

    Front-End Development

    Back-End Development

    Delivery Time - Phase 2

    3 to 6 months

    QA Testing & Polish

    Maintenance & Support

    TBD

    Large

    $250,000

    /total

    Native App

    Product Definition

    Product Design (UX & UI)

    Figma Prototype

    Delivery Time - Phase 1

    8 to 12 weeks

    Front-End Development

    Back-End Development

    Delivery Time - Phase 2

    6 to 9 months

    QA Testing & Polish

    Maintenance & Support

    TBD

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    Overall Review Rating
    4.9
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    Last Updated
    March 3, 2026

    Business Entity

    Business Entity Name Cheesecake Labs Software S/A
    Jurisdiction of Formation Brazil
    Date of Formation December 6, 2013
    Status Active
    Last Updated June 3, 2022
    ID 19.384.141/0001­83

    Credit Report Results

    International Credit Risk Assessment Moderate Risk
    Source Creditsafe
    Last Updated December 4, 2024
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    391 Sutter St, Suite 704 San FranciscoCA, United States 94108

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