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16 Years of Custom Software and App Development!

At Essential Designs, we have been creating custom mobile and web-based apps for over 17 years. Our team helps clients turn ideas into reality by clarifying their vision, selecting the best coding and software solutions, and delivering efficient, reliable results. Whether you need a Web Platform, Dashboard, Mobile app, or coding in ASP, PHP, Swift, or Python, our experienced team can create what you need. We specialize in web-based technologies and native mobile app development, ensuring your project uses the right tools for success.

Why Work with Essential Designs?
Our success comes from working closely with clients to turn their vision into a concrete plan and delivering a final product that exceeds expectations. With a team of senior coders, top designers, and talented UI/UX specialists, we ensure your app not only works but also stands out. We’ve built hundreds of apps for clients in industries such as: Health Education Mining, Finance, Small businesses and entrepreneurs

  • $25,000+
  • $50 - $99 / hr
  • 10 - 49
  • Vancouver, Canada
  • Founded 2008

1 Language that we service

  • English

3 Timezones that we service

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

5 Locations

  • Vancouver , Canada
  • Toronto , Canada
  • Calgary , Canada
  • Los Angeles , CA
  • San Diego , CA

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Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $25,000+
Avg. hourly rate $50 - $99 /hr
Rating for cost 4.8 /5

What Clients Have Said

Essential Designs offers competitive pricing, fitting various budgets, with project costs ranging from $10,000 to $260,000. Clients consistently report good value for their investment, highlighting efficient project management and responsiveness.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

Most Common Project Size

< $49,999 based on 18 reviews
< $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 $200,000 - $999,999 > $1,000,000
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Essential Designs Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

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

Top Mentions

Review Highlights

  • Room for Improvement in Documentation

    While generally praised, some clients noted that more detailed user guides and clearer instructions for post-launch support could improve the onboarding process and client experience.

  • Positive Impact on Client Business Operations

    The solutions provided by Essential Designs have had a positive impact on client operations, resulting in increased efficiency, user engagement, and customer satisfaction.

  • Proficient in Custom Software Solutions

    Essential Designs is frequently praised for their ability to deliver tailored software solutions that meet unique client needs across various industries such as home renovation, municipal associations, and staffing solutions. Clients appreciate the bespoke approach that effectively addresses specific operational challenges.

  • Strong Project Management and Timely Delivery

    Clients consistently commend Essential Designs for their effective project management, timely delivery of milestones, and responsiveness to requests and changes. Their ability to manage projects efficiently and keep clients informed is highly appreciated.

  • Flexible and Adaptable to Client Needs

    Essential Designs is recognized for their flexibility and adaptability in responding to client needs and changes in project scope. This flexibility is seen as a significant strength that facilitates project success.

  • Effective Problem Solving and Technical Support

    Essential Designs is lauded for their problem-solving skills and technical support. They provide effective solutions and maintain ongoing support, which is crucial for client satisfaction.

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Web App Dev for Fabric Designer

  • Web Development
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Jan. - Sep. 2017
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“I was pleased by how well they met deadlines and felt like they managed costs reasonably.”

Owner, FabSwitch
Barb Cherniwchan
  • Consumer Products
  • Vancouver, British Columbia
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview 
  • Verified

Essential Designs developed a web app for quilt-makers that visualizes products and allows for customization prior to purchase. The project also included web design for the app’s landing, info, and FAQ pages.

Web Dev for MS Society of Canada

  • Web Development
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • May - Nov. 2016
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“They delivered exactly what we wanted.”

Employee, MS Society of Canada
Anonymous
  • Nonprofit
  • Toronto, Ontario
  • 201-500 Employees
  • Phone Interview 
  • Verified

Essential Designs designed and developed a web platform from scratch for users to access and post information in a user-friendly format.

Web Dev & Design for Live Broadcast Platform

  • Web Development
  • $50,000 to $199,999
  • Mar. - Aug. 2016
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0

“They made sure that everything was flawless, right down to the tiny details.”

Owner, Victoria Worthington
Anonymous
  • IT Services
  • Vancouver, British Columbia
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview 
  • Verified

Essential Designs built a site for a marketing platform. They selected the CMS, created every aspect of the customer view and the admin back pages, and set up a future live broadcast option.

Third-Party Web Dev for Creative Design Agency

  • Web Development
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Aug. - Nov. 2017
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They are truly experts in their field."

President, Creative Design Agency
Anonymous
  • Design
  • Vancouver, British Columbia
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview 
  • Verified

Provided with design mockups, Essential Design conducted website development for third-party clients. They wrote the code and built page templates of several WordPress platforms with parallax scrolling.

Web & E-Commerce Dev for Religious Organization

  • Web Development
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Feb. 2018 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
4.5

“They're doing a great job.”

IT & Security Manager, Amazing Discoveries
Adrian Hamerski
  • Other Industry
  • Langley, British Columbia
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Phone Interview 
  • Verified

Essential Designs cleaned up a past developer’s work. All from scratch, they will create a WordPress website and design an OpenCart webstore with features including inventory counting and transfer tracking.

App Dev & Design for Technology Consulting Company

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

"They keep on top of things and make sure that everyone is on the same page."

CEO, Cloud Launch One
Helen Ching
  • IT Services
  • Toronto, Ontario
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview 
  • Verified

Essential Designs is designing and developing native apps for iOS and Android, as well as for a web portal. They're focusing on UI/UX and developing user personas.

Web Application Dev for Data Consulting Company

  • Web Development
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Oct. 2017 - Mar. 2018
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“The coders know what they’re doing, and they do things quickly and efficiently.”

Owner, Consulting Firm
Anonymous
  • Business services
  • Vancouver, British Columbia
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview 
  • Verified

Essential Designs developed a custom web application using ASP.NET and a SQL Server database. They did all the coding and partnered on the design. The app manages inventory of wells and their attributes.

App Dev for Substance Users & Emergency Responders

  • Mobile App Development
  • Confidential
  • Nov. 2017 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Their professionalism and knowledge of their craft were exceptional." 

CEO, LifeguardOD
Jeff Hardy
  • IT Services
  • Vancouver, British Columbia
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Phone Interview 
  • Verified

Esstienal Designs developed, programmed, and designed a mobile application for iOS and Andriod devices based off initial sketches. The apps include text-to-speech technology. 

Custom Software Dev for Insulation Product Manufacturer

  • Custom Software Development
  • $50,000 to $199,999
  • Mar. 2023 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"The way they set up their teams is efficient and works well."

President, Insulation Snakes
Brian Impey
  • Manufacturing
  • Alberta, Canada
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Online Review 
  • Verified

Essential Designs has built software for an insulation product manufacturer. They've implemented features enabling end customers to identify and order the products they need.

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Overall Review Rating
5
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Last Updated
March 22, 2025
Business Entity
Business Entity Name Essential Software Development Inc.
Source Canada's Business Registries
Jurisdiction of Formation Canada
Date of Formation June 2, 2008
Status Active
Last Updated February 28, 2025
ID BC0826668
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International Credit Risk Assessment Moderate Risk
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Last Updated March 8, 2025
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