We help entrepreneurs validate and launch their apps from scratch. Whether you're starting with just an idea or early mockups, our team specializes in building MVPs for entrepreneurs. To date, our clients have raised over $350M USD. Our apps have also earned over 10,000 5-star reviews across the App Store and Google Play. We offer integration of advanced AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Anthropic to build future-ready MVPs.
We also use AI tools to speed up workflows, not replace creativity. By automating busywork, we focus more on strategy, user experience, and delivering high-quality results. This approach helps us cut delivery times by up to 20% without compromising quality.
Here’s how we help bring your vision to life:
✓ Validation-first approach to ensure product-market fit
✓ Future-ready MVPs with AI integrations such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Anthropic
✓ Fixed proposals (pay for results)
✓ 100% customized MVPs—no cookie-cutter templates
✓ Full ownership of your codebase and designs (NDA available)
✓ Our founder and CEO is hands on with your project.
We've been in your shoes. Geekbears began with an MVP our founder, Marcos Mena-Brena, launched. That project—SchooLinks.com—became an industry leader and raised over $90M USD nowadays.
Today, we’ve built powerful solutions for 100+ startups and entrepreneurs. Hear it from our clients:
Zach Olson (Founder of Treads): "Thanks to Geekbears, we took our platform from an initial concept to a product launch." → $4.6M USD raised | 40K+ active users
Nate D'Anna (Founder of Dumpling): "They worked with us to define the product—from early conception and wireframes to the final deployed solution." → $10M+ USD raised | 4.9/5 app store rating
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Min project size
$50,000+
Hourly rate
$50 - $99 / hr
Employees
10 - 49
Locations
San Francisco, CA
Year founded
Founded 2015
1 Locations
San Francisco , CA
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$50,000+
Avg. hourly rate
$50 - $99
/hr
Rating for cost
4.8
/5
What Clients Have Said
Geekbears offers competitive pricing and solid value for cost, appealing to startups and small businesses. Project costs range from $55,000 to $150,000, showcasing their ability to deliver quality services within budget constraints. Clients praise their communication and responsiveness throughout the project lifecycle.
Across multiple projects, Geekbears consistently met deadlines and communicated delays when necessary. Clients appreciated their timely delivery and adherence to project timelines, contributing to a smooth project process.
Minor Internal Communication Issues
Some clients noted minor internal communication issues, such as needing to reiterate project details or experiencing rocky handoffs. However, these were generally resolved quickly.
Expert UI/UX Design
Geekbears excelled in UI/UX design, delivering intuitive and engaging designs. Clients from various sectors noted the aesthetic quality and functionality of the designs, enhancing user experience.
Effective Communication
Geekbears was commended for clear and concise communication. Clients felt well-informed throughout the project lifecycle, contributing to effective collaboration and project success.
Good Value for Cost
Several clients emphasized Geekbears' competitive pricing and the value they received for their investment. The combination of quality service and reasonable cost made them an attractive choice.
Genuine Care for Client Success
Clients felt Geekbears genuinely cared about their success, often going beyond expectations to ensure satisfaction. This empathetic approach fostered strong partnerships and trust.
Web Dev for Immigration Application Process Platform
Web Development
Less than $10,000
Nov. 2019 - June 2020
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"The fact that the company was very well organized and efficient was most impressive."
Jun 12, 2020
Owner, U.S. Immigration Knowledge Blocks LLC
Jon E. Jessen
Verified
Legal
New Canaan, Connecticut
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Geekbears implemented a fully functional website that included the capability of uploading podcasts and blogs.
The project has been an invaluable asset to the client and Geekbears exceeded expectations. Their project management was very effective and they were responsive to all questions that were asked.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
Owner of U.S. Immigration Knowledge Blocks LLC which is a new online business focused on creating, marketing, and selling digital products online in reference to the immigration application process, issues that may be encountered, and eligiblity requirements.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire Geekbears?
To develop and implement a fully functional website for my business including the capability to upload podcasts, podcasts, and blogs onto the site.
What were your goals for this project?
To create a fully functional and operational website for my business with the capability of adding additional features, including an e-commerce store, in the future.
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?
Geekbears was selected through Upwork by searching for a business that met my needs for this project.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
Geekbears was extremely well organized and efficient during this project. They exceeded my expectations concerning the final product that was produced.
What was the team composition?
The team was comprised of four members.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
The project is invaluable since I have an online business that requires a solid website that can also be expanded in the future as the business grows.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
The project management was very effective in that there was a project manager who would then delegate the necessary tasks to the team members and oversee the project.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
The fact that the company was very well organized and efficient was most impressive. In addition, the company was very responsive to any questions that I had.
Are there any areas for improvement?
None that I can think of.
RATINGS
5.0
"Overall the work was excellent as was the final product."
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"The quality of work was excellent."
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"The scheduling was excellent."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Very reasonable."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"I have already recommended them to a friend.
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Locations (1)
50 California Street, Suite 1500San Francisco, CA,
United States94111
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