Droids On Roids Client Reviews

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Development

Apr 25, 2019

the project

App Design for IT Company

“When my colleagues saw the results, they all wanted to hire them.”

Development

$10,000 to $49,999

Oct. 2018 - Feb. 2019

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$10,000 to $49,999

Oct. 2018 - Feb. 2019

Project summary:

Droids on Roids redesigned a mobile application for a financial software developer. They made the new designs user-friendly and established best practices for native iOS and Android apps.

1001-10,000 Employees

Zurich, Switzerland

Lenka Lelicova

Head of Team Mobile, Avaloq

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Head of Team Mobile, Avaloq

Lenka Lelicova

Computer Software

1001-10,000 Employees

Zurich, Switzerland

Phone Interview

This review was conducted by a Clutch analyst over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“When my colleagues saw the results, they all wanted to hire them.”

Apr 25, 2019

Feedback summary:

The patterns Droids on Roids produced are in use across the whole application, and there are plans for future collaborations. They were efficient project managers, and there were no issues with communication.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

We are an IT company that provides software and mobile applications for Swiss banks. I'm the head of our mobile team.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Droids on Roids?

We needed to redesign a mobile application, as we were moving to apps that are native. We wanted a company that understood the behavior and best user experience for these applications, and the differences between platforms for Android and iOS. We also wanted a team that was knowledgeable about mobile user journeys and user-friendly applications.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

This was a complete redesign for the app. There are some classic banking app elements. Users can see their portfolio, accounts, balances, and there are templates to buy and sell shares, search for bank information, and other standard functionality.

We tracked the outcomes and defined what was important at the beginning of the project. They shared results with us throughout the process, and we used an InVision prototyping tool as we received the design in different stages. At the end of the project, they sent the full Sketch file, which we started to use internally. They did a lot of work that we're currently maintaining.

What is the team composition?

We have one point of contact who acts as our primary designer.

How much have you invested with them?

At most, we spent the equivalent of about $20,000 USD.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together around October 2018, and the project was completed in February 2019. I recently asked about their availability for future collaborations.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The finished product is very well made, and we use their patterns across the whole application. They made development very easy.

How did Droids on Roids perform from a project management standpoint?

We've had no problems with their project management. The designer kept everything well organized and kept all their promises.

We set up an online communication through Slack. Anytime we needed deeper clarification, we had a call with them and our offshore business analyst. We've never had a problem with any communication or time difference. They're flexible and a pleasure to work with.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They have great knowledge about mobile apps. The designer delivered screens and checked in with the developers to make sure everything was easy to implement. We wanted to introduce a lot of native elements, without anything custom. They had the knowledge to serve our needs, and they checked all the Apple and Google deadlines to make sure we stuck to best practices and were up-to-date.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don't think there's anything they should improve. Our experience was great.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

When my colleagues saw the results, they all wanted to hire them. I'd love to keep them for myself.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

They finished some things ahead of time, and the entire project was done a week early.

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

The cost was much lower than we anticipated.

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

They understood the topics very well. They guided us and completed the project quickly and efficiently.

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Web Development

Apr 18, 2019

the project

Web Dev for Mobile App Development Company

"Droids on Roids provided highly self-reliant and proactive resources."

Web Development

Less than $10,000

Feb. 2019 - Apr. 2019

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

Less than $10,000

Feb. 2019 - Apr. 2019

Project summary:

Droids On Roids helped develop a frontend web panel for a mobile app company’s third-party client. Using React and existing designs and APIs, it allows administrators to manage user data in a larger system.

11-50 Employees

Wrocław, Poland

Artur Ozierański

Managing Director, Holdapp

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the reviewer

Managing Director, Holdapp

Artur Ozierański

Computer Software

11-50 Employees

Wrocław, Poland

Online Review

The reviewer submitted an online review that has been edited and verified.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"Droids on Roids provided highly self-reliant and proactive resources."

Apr 18, 2019

Feedback summary:

The larger project has yet to launch, but the web panel is complete. Droids On Roids gave experienced and knowledgeable resources that integrated well with an existing team while remaining independent and diligent. Their high-quality code and penchant for creative problem-solving stood out.

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BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the founder and managing director of Holdapp, a mobile app development company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Droids On Roids?

We engaged Droids On Roids to help us develop a frontend web panel for a third-party client.

What were your goals for this project?

The web panel needed to help accountants and administrators manage user data. It forms part of a larger system we are developing for our client.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We’d worked with Droids On Roids on previous projects using their mobile app development resources. We decided to engage their web development talent based on our past positive experiences with them.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Droids On Roids provided a React resource who developed the frontend web panel. He used designs and an API that we had created in advance.

What was the team composition?

We worked with a frontend developer with strong React knowledge.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?

The project is still underway, but Droids On Roids’ part is complete. We plan to launch the full system by the year’s end.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

Our PM managed the resource and integrated him into our internal processes. He adjusted well and worked seamlessly alongside our team.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Droids on Roids provided highly self-reliant and proactive resources. Whenever the developer encountered a problem or an unclear task, he solved the issue quickly.

Are there any areas for improvement?

No, we’re satisfied with their work.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

The team demonstrated excellent coding standards.

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Mobile App Development

Mar 27, 2019

the project

Android Application Development for Lighting Company

“Their quality of work, knowledge, and experience were impressive.”

Mobile App Development

$10,000 to $49,999

Feb. 2016 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

$10,000 to $49,999

Feb. 2016 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Droids On Roids provided Android application development, working on everything from the UX to the programming. They first produced some mock-ups and then built the app.

11-50 Employees

Wroclaw, Poland

Director of R&D, Rabbit Sp. z o.o.

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the reviewer

Director of R&D, Rabbit Sp. z o.o.

Street Lighting

11-50 Employees

Wroclaw, Poland

Phone Interview

This review was conducted by a Clutch analyst over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“Their quality of work, knowledge, and experience were impressive.”

Mar 27, 2019

Feedback summary:

The finished application is in the Google Play store and has received more than 500 downloads, with 3,000 of the accompanying devices now sold. The team was excellent throughout the work, working effectively in week-long sprints, and always producing high-quality deliverables.

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BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

Rabbit Sp. z o.o. is a producer of systems for the control, management, and monitoring of street lighting. We specialize in the production of equipment and systems for control and monitoring of external street lighting, road and architectural, reduction of the lighting cost, management of lighting in industrial facilities. I’m the director of research and development, responsible for creating new solutions in the field of lighting control.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenges were you trying to address with Droids On Roids?

Our company needed an application for Android devices to control one of our products using Bluetooth technology.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They were responsible for creating our application, from the UX project to programming. Despite the lack of a detailed description of the project on our side, we were offered preliminary mock-ups by Droids On Roids. We then discussed the method of data exchange communication to make it as smooth and comfortable as possible. The user or service technician can handle all the devices in their possession from the application level.

What is the team composition?

They established a team of five people to work on our project. There was one scrum master, 2–3 developers, one frontend engineer, and a QA tester.

How did you come to work with Droids On Roids?

I found them through a Google search when I looked for a company located in Wroclaw. I visited their website, and I was intrigued by their portfolio. After checking a few of their presented projects, and I liked them.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent between $23,000–$25,000 on this project.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in February 2016. Six months ago, in late 2018, we made several improvements in the app.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The application is available on Google Play and has been downloaded more than 500 times. Since then, we have sold over 3,000 devices that cooperate with the application.

How did Droids On Roids perform from a project management standpoint?

We usually worked in one-week sprints, with one or two meeting per month to evaluate the scope and discuss details. We used Jira, sending our suggestions to the project manager. Our feedback was very quickly implemented to project.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I most appreciate their quick understanding of our needs, not only regarding the appearance of the application itself but also with communication and the data exchange protocols used with the drivers. Their quality of work, knowledge, and experience were impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

It's hard for me to notice mistakes; it was our first venture into this type of project. Everything seemed new but effective.

Any advice for potential customers?

It’s very important to describe and present your needs and expectations. The better you prepare, the better Droids On Roids can work.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

Everything was done according to the schedule.

4.5 Cost

Value / within estimates

In the end, it exceeded our budget, but we took this into account in the first project.

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Mobile App Development

Mar 13, 2019

the project

Android Development for IoT Intralogistics Project

“We learned a lot of practices from them, which helped us improve on our own development.”

Mobile App Development

$50,000 to $199,999

May - Nov. 2018

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

4.5

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$50,000 to $199,999

May - Nov. 2018

Project summary:

Droids on Roids used provided mock-ups to develop an Android app for a third-party client. The app would play a key part in communicating between an IoT device and the backend of an IoT platform.

51-200 Employees

Germany

Head of IoT Platform Development, IoT Engineering Firm

Verified

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Head of IoT Platform Development, IoT Engineering Firm

Internet

51-200 Employees

Germany

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5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

4.5

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“We learned a lot of practices from them, which helped us improve on our own development.”

Mar 13, 2019

Feedback summary:

Droids on Roids delivered the app as required, working in sprints to keep to the timeline. They collaborated closely with key stakeholders to plan out the development, and the internal team was impressed by their agile workflow. Customers can expect well-organized project management.

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BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the head of IoT platform development at a company that develops IoT solutions.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Droids On Roids?

We approached Droids on Roids to develop an Android app that would be an integral part of our client’s IoT use cases.

What were your goals for this project?

Quite plainly, our goal was to fulfill our client’s needs and requirements.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Our lead developer shared mutual contacts with Droids on Roids, so we contacted them. The initial interaction with their account manager went well, and it was clear that our companies were on the same wavelength. They also provided examples to showcase their capabilities, which made the decision easy.

Describe the project in detail.

Droids on Roids created an Android app that would play a key role in communicating between an IoT sensor/device and the backend of our client’s IoT platform. Before starting the project, we provided Droids on Roids with mock-ups of the app along with a set of requirements to meet. They then establish end-to-end communications between the IoT device and backend within the first few sprints. The following sprints had dedicated objectives to take us closer and closer to the full product release.

What was the team composition?

Their team consisted of two Android developers, a tester, and a Scrum master who worked with our product owner.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We don’t have any quantitative metrics to share due to an NDA with our client, but Droids on Roids performed well. Because we collaborated so closely throughout the project, we always knew what they were working on and how it fits with our development.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The workflow was effective and efficient. We had full access to their Jira board, which allowed us to plan sprints together in an open atmosphere, and they always took into consideration any potential delays caused by holidays and work speed. If there were any questions about the requirements, we discussed them within a dedicated Slack channel.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

The most useful part of the collaboration was being able to work with a company that had an instinctive agile mindset. We learned a lot of practices from them, which helped us improve on our own development.

Are there any areas for improvement?

It’s hard to point out any areas for improvement because the project went so well.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

For IoT projects with multiple components in the field, it’s very important to have end-to-end tests early on. This is definitely easy to achieve when Droids on Roids is your development partner.

5.0

Overall Score

4.5 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Mobile App Development

Feb 04, 2019

the project

App Development for 3D Electronics Company

"Droids On Roids ran highly productive sprints. I knew precisely what they were working on at any given time."

Mobile App Development

$50,000 to $199,999

Nov. 2017 - July 2018

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

$50,000 to $199,999

Nov. 2017 - July 2018

Project summary:

Droids On Roids built an app from scratch to control a Bluetooth speaker system. After creating an MVP, they made Android and iOS versions of the app in Java, Kotlin, and Swift. They also designed graphics.

1-10 Employees

Orange County, California

Senior Director, Speaker Systems Company

Verified

the reviewer

Senior Director, Speaker Systems Company

Speakers

1-10 Employees

Orange County, California

Phone Interview

This review was conducted by a Clutch analyst over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"Droids On Roids ran highly productive sprints. I knew precisely what they were working on at any given time."

Feb 04, 2019

Feedback summary:

The apps met all requirements and received positive feedback from internal stakeholders. Droids On Roids delivered high-quality and timely work in weekly sprints. They managed a transparent workflow from start to finish with regular progress updates and an openness to feedback at each stage.

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BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the senior director of software platforms for an electronics company. We make and sell 3D speaker systems.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Droids On Roids?

We needed an app for iOS and Android devices to control one of our products through Bluetooth technology. We brought on Droids On Roids for development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We provided a general overview and some basic mockups. Droids On Roids turned this into a fully-fledged design—complete with graphic design assets. The team created a prototype from scratch in six weeks for a conference we were attending. We then committed to full-scale development. Each app took 3-4 months. They made the Android version using Java and Kotlin and the iOS version using Swift. The team completed work using agile development. At the end of each week-long sprint, we reviewed their work and provided feedback to inform the following week’s sprint.

The app connects to a 3D speaker system that can generate 3D effects that vary depending on where listeners are sitting. The app allows users to mark their location relative to the speaker, which would then adjust its performance accordingly. Users can also control the audio, save and load settings, and equalize graphics.

What is the team composition?

We worked with 4-5 people on each stage. A scrum master led a team of developers using week-long sprints, and two people provided graphics. I acted as product owner and had the final say on their work.

How did you come to work with Droids On Roids?

We found them through online searches. After considering a few vendors, we pursued Droids On Roids to complete this project. Their top-notch reviews, reasonable rates, and demonstrated expertise in our discussion made them our first-choice vendor.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent $140,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from November 2017–July 2018.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Droids On Roids delivered high-quality applications that met our requirements. We’re highly satisfied with their work.

How did Droids On Roids perform from a project management standpoint?

They were one of the best companies I’ve ever worked with. The team’s commitment to a truly agile development process deeply impressed us. They met every deadline and kept their progress up-to-date on Jira. I had full access to their bug tracking system and code repositories, which made the collaboration completely transparent from start to finish.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Droids On Roids ran highly productive sprints. I knew precisely what they were working on at any given time.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, we’re thrilled with their work.

Any advice for potential customers?

Provide an internal point of contact to keep track of their progress; it will help make sure that Droids On Roids is fulfilling your requirements. Their team strongly encourages this oversight and made it easy to keep track of their work.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

Even when we changed requirements at the last minute, Droids On Roids met every deadline.

4.5 Cost

Value / within estimates

They charge reasonable prices for their services.

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

They delivered outstanding work from start to finish.

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

I'd definitely recommend them.

Mobile App Development

Jan 07, 2019

the project

iOS Development for Food and Health Safety App

“I’m impressed with their multi-layer testing method, and their code writing skills are particularly exceptional.”

Mobile App Development

$50,000 to $199,999

Aug. 2016 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$50,000 to $199,999

Aug. 2016 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Droids on Roids developed an iOS app that allows users to easily monitor food and health safety. The team structured the backend and also helped configure a corresponding product website.

1-10 Employees

London, United Kingdom

Aleš Olasz

Managing Director & CTO, HSPal UK Limited

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the reviewer

Managing Director & CTO, HSPal UK Limited

Aleš Olasz

Hospitality and Leisure

1-10 Employees

London, United Kingdom

Online Review

The reviewer submitted an online review that has been edited and verified.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“I’m impressed with their multi-layer testing method, and their code writing skills are particularly exceptional.”

Jan 07, 2019

Feedback summary:

Droid on Roids focused on creating an accessible user experience, streamlining a complex process into a more intuitive solution. The team implemented rigorous tests for all features, which ensured nearly flawless code. They also leveraged their technical experience to offer key advice.

the review

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BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I’m the co-founder, managing director, and CTO of a startup called HSPal UK Limited. We formed the company to help all UK-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) in the hospitality industry with managing their food and health safety.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Droids On Roids?

We hired Droids on Roids to develop a native iOS app for iPads. They also supported our backend structure and configured our product website to deliver an easy-to-use experience.

What were your goals for this project?

We were looking for a developer who could challenge our ideas to make them more intuitive and user-friendly. At the same time, we also needed help setting up the backend architecture and related processes, including the CMS and product site.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

A colleague referred us to them. Out of the four other competitors we considered, Droids on Roids stood out for their fast and professional approach. They delivered the quote quickly and outlined how the collaboration would work, including the requirements and processes. Everything was well-organized, and they felt trustworthy.

Describe the project in detail.

Droids on Roids built an iOS app that enabled our users to log in, manage their accounts, and monitor processes related to health and safety. We initially conducted a two-day discovery workshop to go over the project before moving on to the first stage of planning. During this time, we prioritized the tasks, divided them into sprints, and agreed on the scope of work.

From there, they developed the app, supporting us with the backend architecture and configuring our product site. This helped users better understand our system, which would have otherwise been very complex, fractioned, and hard to manage.

Due to the project length, we used an agile methodology and divvied the work efficiently between the team. At the end of each sprint, they ran their deliverables through multiple layers of testing and implemented the new features.

What was the team composition?

We started with two frontend developers, one backend developer, one designer, a project manager, and a client happiness officer/growth manager. Later in the project timeline, they added a second backend developer. They were a great team, and we miss working with them.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

After we launched the app, we immediately received amazing feedback on its functionality and UI elements—in particular, users liked the circular dials used to speed up user log processes. Clients found our solution intuitive and easy to operate, especially considering the complexity of our idea. It was a win-win situation.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Droids on Roids offered several communication and tracking channels, which made the whole process very efficient. They organized dependencies smoothly, and our project managers gave us frequent updates. I appreciated their transparency across all aspects, which allowed us to have full control over the project. This included team tracking, sprint planning, day-to-day communication, project code updates, data and file sharing, and version testing.

The team used an agile methodology, which enabled them to deal with unexpected turns swiftly. They provided alternative options to address issues and recommended ways to best handle the current situation. If we had any extra requests, they were happy to implement them while also challenging us to ensure proper functionality.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

I’m impressed with their multi-layer testing method, and their code writing skills are particularly exceptional. Even six months after release, we’ve only found a single minor overlook out of 51,000 lines of code, and I’m convinced that their work is virtually bulletproof.

Are there any areas for improvement?

This was a hard project for everybody due to its scope size and length. However, we didn't experience anything concerning, and we’re happy with the final the result. The design and UI solutions exceeded our expectations.

5.0

Overall Score They’re a pleasure to work with, and we’re grateful for such a beautiful product. We look forward to another iteration with them.

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

Transparent communication, scope approvals, deadline tracking, and various communication channels made it easy to manage the project.

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

High-quality work is always worth it because you won’t have to keep fixing it later.

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

They developed a beautiful, sleek design and bulletproof code. They boast a lot of professional knowledge.

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

We’ve recommended Droids on Roids to several startups already and plan to keep doing so.

Mobile App Development

Dec 12, 2018

the project

Mobile App Dev for Job Searching Platform

“Their great ideas often changed my point of view on the original concepts I had in mind.”

Mobile App Development

$50,000 to $199,999

Apr. 2017 - Dec. 2018

4.5

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

4.5

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

$50,000 to $199,999

Apr. 2017 - Dec. 2018

Project summary:

Droids on Roids helped a startup develop an app that lets users showcase a variety of skills to seek work opportunities within the gig economy. The team based the mobile product on the original web platform.

1-10 Employees

London, United Kingdom

CEO, Job Search Platform

Verified

the reviewer

CEO, Job Search Platform

Internet

1-10 Employees

London, United Kingdom

Phone Interview

This review was conducted by a Clutch analyst over the phone.

Verified

4.5

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

4.5

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“Their great ideas often changed my point of view on the original concepts I had in mind.”

Dec 12, 2018

Feedback summary:

Droids on Roids delivered a sophisticated, user-friendly mobile app with a sleek and intuitive UI. It has seen a uniformly positive reception among users and stakeholders alike. Proactive and insightful, the team coupled high-level programming talent with attentive customer service.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
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BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of a startup that’s developing an app to help users find small jobs in the gig economy. I founded the company and am also an investor in it.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Droids on Roids?

After finding out that none of the apps currently on the market had been created specifically for the gig economy, we set out to build one. I contacted Droids on Roids about providing us development services.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Droids on Roids took care of every aspect of our platform, from the login and interface to the core logic. They developed the iOS mobile part of the platform based on the web version I built with another vendor which was a more affordable option than starting from scratch.

Droids on Roids challenged our concept productively. During the three days we spent working together, we addressed several flows for the product and finalize our concept. By the end of the workshop, we received a starting estimate of the product along with an initial design.

Most of our efforts focused on creating an interesting interface. We needed to design a UI that wouldn’t annoy or frustrate users. The app lets users create several profiles, given that there are multiple skills one might leverage in the gig economy. The likelihood of being recruited largely depends on how they design their accounts, so it includes useful guidance on arranging separate skills into one or more profiles to maximize exposure.

What is the team composition?

Droids on Roids set up a team of 10 people to work on our project. I was assigned one scrum master, two mobile developers, two backend engineers, and QA testers. Around 6–7 people, depending on the stage.

How did you come to work with Droids on Roids?

I found Droids on Roids through a Google search. Even though I had already established relationships with other companies, I was intrigued by their portfolio. They offered me the option to conduct a workshop, which seemed very promising.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent below $300,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with Droids on Roids in April 2017. I had to end the collaboration in December 2018 due to a lack of funds.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Since we haven’t launched the product yet, I only have internal feedback rather than metrics to share at the time. Everyone who has seen the app, including the partners of our company, have told me they liked it. Users have particularly appreciated the UI.

Droids on Roids was highly proactive and regularly proposed new solutions unprompted. We were particularly impressed by the workshop they set up. Their great ideas often changed my point of view on the original concepts I had in mind.

The team’s insight greatly enhanced our ability to understand our idea in full. The other company we worked with was less motivated about suggesting an approach and would wait for our specifications instead.

How did Droids on Roids perform from a project management standpoint?

I was involved in the planning and development phases. We held at least two meetings per week to review the work we had completed in between.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I appreciated the caliber of services Droids on Roids delivered. Despite how expensive the process has been, they’ve produced a high level of code quality and focused attention on our engagement.

Droids on Roids performed very skillful work. At one point, I asked a different company to perform a code review to ensure everything was on track. The third-party team confirmed the standard of their documentation and every aspect of the software they developed.

Are there any areas they could improve?

The multiple changes I requested increased the final budget past the initial estimate, which I didn’t feel was accurate, to begin with. I’d like to see them predict more realistic project costs.

4.5

Overall Score

4.5 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

The final process took longer and cost more than anticipated, but Droids on Roids was perfect in every other regard.

4.5 Cost

Value / within estimates

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

E-commerce Development

Nov 21, 2018

the project

Web Design & Dev for Online Used Car Retailer

"They’ve identified problems as quickly as possible."

E-commerce Development

$10,000 to $49,999

May 2018 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

$10,000 to $49,999

May 2018 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Droids on Roids provided embedded web developers for a site redesign. Features included an online finance calculator and other responsive elements. The solution is scheduled to launch by the end of the year.

11-50 Employees

Grünwald, Germany

Head of IT, Automotive Firm

Verified

the reviewer

Head of IT, Automotive Firm

Automotive

11-50 Employees

Grünwald, Germany

Phone Interview

This review was conducted by a Clutch analyst over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"They’ve identified problems as quickly as possible."

Nov 21, 2018

Feedback summary:

The team’s expertise filled a skills gap and moved the solution to completion. They transitioned easily into a new programming language and worked smoothly within an existing development team. In addition to strong technical abilities, customers can expect effective communication.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the head of IT for a used car retailer. We are an e-commerce site, and we deliver cars to customers’ doors.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Droids on Roids?

We needed new full-stack developers for our website redesign and were having trouble finding new internal hires. Specifically, we needed fluency in PHP and JavaScript. We decided to outsource, and I felt confident they could handle our project.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

With support from three of their developers, we’ve completed the site redesign and moved on to work on maintenance and new features. Because they’re so integrated with our team, it’s hard to say who did what exactly. Droids on Roids worked on an online financing calculator, specifically on the contact formula. They’ve also worked on responsive elements on the site. We expect to launch the latest version in a few weeks.

What is the team composition?

We worked with one person from their team initially. Later, we needed a second developer, and a third joined us a few weeks ago. We generally don’t use them for project management as we have our own scrum masters, product owners, and managers. Wojciech (CEO, Droids on Roids) is my main point of contact.

How did you come to work with Droids on Roids?

I found their website and thought their price was reasonable. Also, they’re from the same city in Poland as me, and it’s easier to communicate in your native language. I speak German and English as well, and Droids on Roids’ people speak English, but using Polish is easier.

How much have you invested with them?

We have spent $10,000–$50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working with them in May 2018, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

It’s hard to pinpoint measurable results because we evaluate Droids on Roids based on how fast they work relative to our internal people and the quality of their code. If someone’s underperforming completely, we’ll approach the problem, but we don’t track specific measurements otherwise.

How did Droids on Roids perform from a project management standpoint?

As I’ve mentioned, we handle the project management, but they’ve been proactive about contact. They’ve identified problems as quickly as possible, whether through software or video call. We use Slack and Jira to coordinate.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Droids on Roids provides good engineers, regardless of their programming language background. Although they specialize in Ruby on Rails, they’ll accommodate any other language.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, I can’t think of anything for the company as a whole.

Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?

Clients should be open and transparent about their needs.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

They delivered within the deadlines we gave them.

4.5 Cost

Value / within estimates

Their pricing is fair.

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Mobile App Development

Nov 13, 2018

the project

Android App Dev for Satellite Hotspot Technology

“Their internal structure and operations are very helpful. They work as an extension of our team.”

Mobile App Development

$10,000 to $49,999

Nov. 2017 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$10,000 to $49,999

Nov. 2017 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Based on provided visuals, Droids on Roids is working on the UI elements for an Android application’s in-chat interface, management screens, a weather reporting feature, and a location sharing functionality.

1-10 Employees

San Francisco, California

Braden Young

Software Lead, Somewear Labs

Verified

the reviewer

Software Lead, Somewear Labs

Braden Young

Computer Software

1-10 Employees

San Francisco, California

Phone Interview

This review was conducted by a Clutch analyst over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“Their internal structure and operations are very helpful. They work as an extension of our team.”

Nov 13, 2018

Feedback summary:

By tackling the basic development needs, Droids on Roids sped up the overall development process by a few months. The team follows a structured workflow, communicating openly and prioritizing their workload efficiently. Overall, they were an understanding, valuable, collaborative, and partner.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the software lead at Somewear Labs. We’re building a hotspot to support global connectivity for mobile devices.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Droids on Roids?

We needed a team to implement our UI designs on the Android version of our app.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We provided Droids on Roids with frontend design and visual elements, and they implemented them in our Android application. Droids on Roids implemented the UI we designed for the in-chat screen and various conversation management processes. Their team came up with great recommendations to make design elements for the weather report feature easier to implement. They also worked on the UI for our tracking functionality that allows users to share their location with their contact list. Droids on Roids is still working on certain UI elements of the application.

What is the team composition?

We have a scrum master, the main developer, another developer, and a test engineer.

How did you come to work with Droids on Roids?

They reached out to us. We met with their CEO when he was visiting San Francisco, and he showed us examples of their past work and explained their processes. We told them we had a limited timeline and budget, and they agreed to work within those restrictions. Overall, they seemed like a good fit.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent between $12,000–$14,000 on this project.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in November 2017, and the project is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Droids on Roids has had a huge impact on our company. They’ve sped up our development process by a few months. We don’t have that many in-house developers, so we had their team complete some of the necessary development needs before we allocated any of our internal resources to the project. They’ve delivered most of the work, and we’re currently finalizing the app and preparing for its launch.

How did Droids on Roids perform from a project management standpoint?

Working with the Droids on Roids team is an all-around great experience. Internally, they have well-structured workflows and organized communication. We handle our day-to-day needs via Slack, but we also schedule weekly or biweekly meetings to discuss our priorities and share progress updates. It’s a transparent collaboration; there’s a mutual understanding of responsibilities and expectations across both teams.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their internal structure and operations are very helpful. They work as an extension of our team. Droids on Roids understood our requirements and helped us prioritize the workload efficiently.

Are there any areas they could improve?

Overall, they’re great, but we did have one small hiccup. I provided them with broken code, and it took them a while to let us know. They shouldn’t hesitate to let us know when we messed up.

Any advice for potential customers?

Clients should be clear on priorities and expectations. They should tell Droids on Roids exactly what they want to build and leave no ambiguities. Enter the engagement with a strong vision and keep communication lines open.

5.0

Overall Score They’re great to work with.

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

The timelines are clear and organized. There are never any questions.

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

They met requirements in terms of scheduling and cost.

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

They deliver everything we ask.

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

We’ve had no problems with them. It’s a smooth process.

Mobile App Development

Sep 28, 2018

the project

Web & Mobile App Dev for Art and Culture Experiences Platform

“We started with zero clients and now we have 50,000 subscribers of the application.”

Mobile App Development

$200,000 to $999,999

2015 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$200,000 to $999,999

2015 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Droids on Roids provided iOS and website application development, working from mockups and offering best practice advice. They continue to plan future projects alongside the team.

1-10 Employees

Paris, France

Gary Crait

Product Owner, CultureSecrets

Verified

the reviewer

Product Owner, CultureSecrets

Gary Crait

Internet

1-10 Employees

Paris, France

Phone Interview

This review was conducted by a Clutch analyst over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“We started with zero clients and now we have 50,000 subscribers of the application.”

Sep 28, 2018

Feedback summary:

The close collaboration between the two teams produces excellent results, delivering a platform that has tens of thousands of users and six major brands using it. They are excellent project managers, working flexibly yet consistently over a long period of time.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the product owner at CultureSecrets. We provide our customers with a diverse array of cultural events in Paris. This includes concerts, theatres, exhibits, and art galleries. We have an iOS app and a website coded in Ruby on Rails.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Droids on Roids?

We needed help with web and app development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They developed our entire website and iOS application, while we provided the graphics. We did some mockups and they gave us additional advice to make them better. They’ve always been there to advise us with the best practices.

The main point was to create a system so when a user has an idea, it’ll provide the program according to their needs. The website also functions as a web app. We’re still working together and plan to do other projects with them.

What is the team composition?

Their CEO and a manager worked with us.

How did you come to work with Droids on Roids?

Our CEO was from Poland so it was practical for us to choose a company from Poland. We chose them because they’re really cost-efficient.

How much have you invested with them?

200,000 euros (approximately $230,000).

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in 2015 and the work is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We work very closely with them—it feels like they’re with us every day. They’re very present in our daily IT life and it’s easy to work with them as they’re really flexible.

We started with zero clients and now we have 50,000 subscribers of the application. There are six major brand companies that are now working with us.

How did Droids on Roids perform from a project management standpoint?

We use Atlassian to track what they’re doing. We work in usually 32-hour sprints and have two meetings per month to evaluate the scope and discuss details.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re really cool and flexible, as well as being efficient. The team is concerned about the product. We’ve been working for around five years with the same developers. It was important for us to have an IT team that’s really aware and sensitive to our product.

Are there any areas they could improve?

They could improve their English, especially the developers.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

No.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Contact

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