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Mobile App Development

Sep 05, 2019

the project

Mobile App Dev for Fitness & Lifestyle Platform

"I think they are a really great team, but we had different ideas about the end product..."

Mobile App Development

$10,000 to $49,999

May - July 2019

4.0

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.0

Willing to refer:

4.0

$10,000 to $49,999

May - July 2019

Project summary:

Magora designed and developed an iOS app.

1-10 Employees

Oxford, United Kingdom

Jeff Liu

Co-founder, Humango

Verified

the reviewer

Co-founder, Humango

Jeff Liu

Health, Wellness and Fitness

1-10 Employees

Oxford, United Kingdom

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

4.0

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.0

Willing to refer:

4.0

the review

"I think they are a really great team, but we had different ideas about the end product..."

Sep 05, 2019

Feedback summary:

Due to a lack of alignment at the start of the timeline, Magora could not fully realize the stakeholders’ vision. However, the team was flexible within the resource constraints. They were a responsive group, and they addressed bugs proactively.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a co-founder of Humango. Our company is focused on creating a lifestyle comparison platform. We are aiming to create a community where people could be inspired by comparing lifestyles with each other. So far, it’s an iOS app.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Magora?

We don’t have anyone who is technical on our team that could actually write an app. That’s where Magora played an important role.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They designed and developed the app. It has launched, but our internal team is still working on it.

During the engagement, we talked with Magora every other week. Each first week, we would talk about the project and the plan for the following two weeks. The following meeting, they would deliver a prototype for us to review. That repeated for two months.

We sketched wireframes and flows of how we wanted the app to work, and we delivered that to them. But, we weren’t sure how the process would work since this was our first time working with an app company.

Mainly, they wanted to know what functions we wanted. Then, they would be the ones to design the wireframes. So, they re-did the wireframes and considered the UX.

What is the team composition?

We communicated through the project manager. They have a team of people with everyone required to complete a mobile app (e.g. UI design and front and-backend engineers).

How did you come to work with Magora?

We contacted many different teams who work with apps, and we ended up choosing Magora.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve invested $30,000 with the team.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked with them from May 2019 to July 2019.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I think they are a really great team, but we had different ideas about the end product from the beginning. That was an obstacle we had to go through together.

They wanted us to communicate what we wanted so they could design it. But, that’s where the issue arose. Without providing wireframes, it was hard to communicate exactly what we had in mind. It was also hard to understand what they had in mind.

We both understood the aim. But, the same function could be presented in very different ways. So, the solution ended up missing things we really wanted. Basically, we had to trade in stuff.

We aren’t proud of the app that was collaboratively made with Magora because there are many things that we gave up. Without those features, the app doesn’t represent our original vision. It’s only half-way there.

We wanted to create a community, but people on the app can’t talk to each other. While users can see each other’s profiles, they can’t interact. That's a big problem for an online community.

People like our business idea, but our app doesn’t represent that idea. People are saying, “why is it missing that?” and “what do I do now?” So, now, we’re still working on the app.

Since it’s our first time working with a developer team, partly it was our misunderstanding. But, these are the consequences we have to face. However, they did perform well when technical bugs arose.

How did Magora perform from a project management standpoint?

The project manager did well — they are quite a coordinated team. They responded quickly to the questions that we asked. We used Zoom and Google Hangouts to collaborate.

They had a set timeframe and deliverables, but there was room for negotiation. This was great, but it was also a downside because we ended up having to give up features.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They are quite organized. I was impressed that they were able to identify errors and bugs in the logic before we did. I think they were constantly thinking about it. This showed that they cared about the project.

Are there any areas they could improve?

It’s understandable that things will change throughout the process. But, the biggest issue was that we didn't begin at the same starting point.

I would hope in the future, they will make sure of the nitty-gritty details of what the other team wants. They should make sure they understand the idea and how it should be presented. The problems were our differences at the starting point, not in the middle.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Potential customers should present all the project details to Magora and ensure Magora understands. Then, Magora should say “no,” if they think there is another way to do things.

This conversation has to happen before anything else starts. The future customer should do their homework and know every deliverable before starting the project. A general idea may be implemented in a way that’s different from how the client originally imagined.

4.0

Overall Score I think they are great, but what I mentioned during the review brings the rating down a little.

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

They never missed anything and always delivered what we agreed on and more.

4.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

4.5 Quality

Service & deliverables

For what we agreed on, they delivered it quick. The communication was efficient.

4.0 NPS

Willing to refer

They are a good company to go to if you’re based in the UK.

Development

Aug 20, 2019

the project

Customized Software & Mobile App for Engineering Consultancy

"...the project managers are always willing to assist where they can."

Development

$50,000 to $199,999

Oct. 2018 - Ongoing

4.0

Quality:

4.0

Schedule:

3.5

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

4.0

$50,000 to $199,999

Oct. 2018 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Magora is designing and developing a customized mobile inspection system for a boutique engineering consultancy.

11-50 Employees

Australia

Project Manager, Boutique Engineering Consultancy

Verified

the reviewer

Project Manager, Boutique Engineering Consultancy

Energy & Natural Resources

11-50 Employees

Australia

Online Review

The client submitted this review online.

Verified

4.0

Quality:

4.0

Schedule:

3.5

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

4.0

the review

"...the project managers are always willing to assist where they can."

Aug 20, 2019

Feedback summary:

The software solution is still in development, but Magora's team has performed well so far. While there are some minor delays, they respond quickly to any concerns and are easy to work with overall. The solution is predicted to reduce company costs substantially.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We are a boutique engineering consultancy who prides ourselves on providing smart and practical solutions to existing industry issues. I am currently working as an Asset Integrity & Performance Engineer as well as being the Project Manager for all of our software development projects.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Magora?

Design and development of a customized mobile inspection system.

What were your goals for this project?

To build a fully functioning standalone tool that could be used in both an online and offline capacity. We also want to reduce our carbon footprint by reducing the amount of paper required to complete standard inspections.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Wide range of service offerings, competitive pricing.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

Magora were required to provide the following:

Mindmap
User stories
Workflow
Screenflow
Description of nun-functional requirements
Two interface design concepts
Detailed budget estimates for development
Architect check-list
Regression testing
Environment setup
UI/UX infrastructure

What was the team composition?

We dealt directly with two project managers, one was running the costing and admin side of things while the other was in charge of the development. We communicated mainly via email and through slack.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Development of the software is incomplete but has been going well. There are inherent issues with what we are trying to achieve, but the Magora team have been fairly swift with their responses and reactions to our queries. This project will incur huge cost savings for our company once we have a working system.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

It was easy to communicate with the Magora project managers and I had no issues trying to set up calls or Skype sessions with them when there was a pressing matter to discuss.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Easy to work with, quick responses and the project managers are always willing to assist where they can.

Are there any areas for improvement?

We have fallen a little behind in terms of our desired build timeline, this would be the only negative issue we have had to deal with so far. Australian companies need to be aware that Magora HQ is in Europe so there will be a time difference, however this was not an issue for me personally.

4.0

Overall Score

3.5 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

4.5 Cost

Value / within estimates

4.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

4.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Development

Aug 12, 2019

the project

AI Program for Roof Services Company

"Magora is a truly professional firm that has the expertise and people to deliver high-end programs."

Development

Less than $10,000

Jan. 2019 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

Less than $10,000

Jan. 2019 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Magora developed an AI and deep learning program for a roof services program. The program detects different products within the roofing industry.

11-50 Employees

Perth, Australia

Director, Roof Services

Verified

the reviewer

Director, Roof Services

Construction

11-50 Employees

Perth, Australia

Online Review

The client submitted this review online.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"Magora is a truly professional firm that has the expertise and people to deliver high-end programs."

Aug 12, 2019

Feedback summary:

While the project is ongoing, the engagement has been satisfactory thus far. Magora possesses the technical expertise and communication skills necessary for a detail-oriented project.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We operate an industry leading Roof maintenance company! I am the Director of the firm. We have a range of very talented individuals that make up our team!

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Magora?

We have been wanting to automate some of our workflow processes. the main aim was to develop an AI/DL program

What were your goals for this project?

The end goal was that the program would learn to detect the different products and situations within our industry. The end product would essentially generate the majority of the reports that we collate manually.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We went through the upwork freelance site. There were several similar firms with similar offerings, after many interviews, we found some were fake whilst others were genuine and professional. Magora fell into this category.

Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.

The project required a high level of AI /DL experience, Magora was able to articulate what was required and the steps to achieve our goal. the process was well thought and intelligent.

What was the team composition?

There were several team members that we dealt with. First, it was the BDM followed by a project manager. There was a consistent theme and the Magora team would communicate well amongst themselves. making our decisions easy and with no fuss.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The project is not yet complete, however, the positive experience has wet the appetite to persevere with this tech sector. We believe that our goal is very achievable and Magora has mapped a clear path of how that can happen. Our business is yet to see the real fruit of this exercise, but it has made steps in the right direction, and that is exciting.

How was project management arranged and how effective was it?

The Magora team were effective communicators, they were organized and efficient. The project was mapped out and we were informed the entire time.

What did you find most impressive about this company?

Magora is a truly professional firm that has the expertise and people to deliver high-end programs. I have been pleasantly surprised and have no trouble recommending the team at Magora.

Are there any areas for improvement?

None at this time.

5.0

Overall Score The overall experience has been positive and beneficial..

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

Scheduling of meetings or presentations was simple and effective. All communication conducted through Skype.

4.5 Cost

Value / within estimates

Magora was not the cheapest, however they put forward a strong case and delivered on their brief.

4.5 Quality

Service & deliverables

Magora have delivered on their brief and showed along the way that the team is well equiped to deliver a high level of service and expertise.

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

very likely to recommend to friend or colleagues looking for similar services.

Web Development

Jul 24, 2019

the project

Development for Music Management Platform

“They delivered pretty much everything I asked for in the website.”

Web Development

$10,000 to $49,999

Mar. 2018 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$10,000 to $49,999

Mar. 2018 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Using PHP and Angular.js, Magora built a site that enables streaming music, subscriptions, and more. They also created a detailed guide on how the final site should be rolled out.

1-10 Employees

New York, New York

Miltion Prastitis

Founder, Pral-X Live LLC

Verified

the reviewer

Founder, Pral-X Live LLC

Miltion Prastitis

Entertainment

1-10 Employees

New York, New York

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“They delivered pretty much everything I asked for in the website.”

Jul 24, 2019

Feedback summary:

The final product closely aligned with the original vision for the site. It’s easy to navigate, reliable, and fully-functioning. Magora made the best out of a major time difference, utilizing several methods of communication to stay on top of deadlines.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

My company is an early-stage startup for artists who want to teach music. I’m the founder, but I also handle HR, customer service, and data analytics.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Magora?

I wanted help building a website from scratch.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They managed the 12-hour time difference and built the platform from the ground up. First, Margora assembled a team of support engineers, designers, and consultants who could address my needs, ensuring the site was built the way I wanted it. In the discovery phase, we bounced ideas off each other, and they kept me updated on their work as they made progress.

Over the course of the project, Magora added features that made it much simpler for people to use. Now, it's possible for musicians to post their classes along with what time they’ll be streaming. They used PHP to develop the backend and Angular.js for the frontend.

I’ll be deploying the site on my own, but Magora sent me a very detailed guide on how to do it. Once it’s launched, the app will serve artists and musicians wanting to teach music. It will, using AWS, allow musicians to stream lessons for their subscriber base.

What is the team composition?

There were three software engineers, one designer, one consultant, and a salesperson.

How did you come to work with Magora?

I posted the job on an online platform, and several companies wanted to do the job. I interviewed all of them, and Magora seemed like the right fit.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent between $25,000–$50,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

The project lasted from March 2018–June 2019. Magora has since offered to help with continued maintenance, fixing bugs and lags. There’s potential for the relationship to move forward.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The site is not live yet, but friends of mine say that it is easy to navigate. So far, its many features, including the streaming and subscription services, are functioning. Everything looks to be reliable, and there are no bugs yet. I’m not sure how this might change going from ten users to 1,000, though.

How did Magora perform from a project management standpoint?

We used conference calls and video calls that allow us to share screens. We’ve also exchanged tons of emails primarily due to the major time difference. They use Jira within their company for the engineers and designers to work together.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They delivered pretty much everything I asked for on the website. I’m very happy with them.

Are there any areas they could improve?

It would be nice if they could respond to emails a little more promptly. There were also several religious and national holidays over the course of the project, and the work completely stopped during that time.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

They’re a great team that can handle almost anything in the tech industry. I’d recommend being somewhat assertive and proactive in terms of communication to make sure everything gets done.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Development

May 16, 2019

the project

Platform MPV for Consulting Business

"They understood our goals, and we quickly felt they were a part of our team."

Development

$10,000 to $49,999

Feb. 2018 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$10,000 to $49,999

Feb. 2018 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Magora developed an MVP for a web-based tool. They are testing the solution with potential customers.

1-10 Employees

Cambridge, England

Palvinder Gill

Partner, Insight Regulatory

Verified

the reviewer

Partner, Insight Regulatory

Palvinder Gill

Financial Services

1-10 Employees

Cambridge, England

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"They understood our goals, and we quickly felt they were a part of our team."

May 16, 2019

Feedback summary:

The target market has praised the tool for its accessibility and value. Magora's focus on designing a logical UI has resulted in a solution that doesn’t require prior training. They are a methodical, detail-oriented team.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a partner at Insight Regulatory Consulting LLP, a risk and regulatory consulting business that helps financial institutions comply with various rules.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Magora?
Stakeholders wanted to create a web-based tool to help bank managers operate under the Senior Manager and Certification Regime by demonstrating they were meeting the required responsibilities. Ideally, the tool would have a logical layout, enabling bank managers to use it without prior training.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?
We asked them to transform our product idea into a web-based tool. So far, they’ve built a prototype that we’ve been testing with potential clients. After the testing finishes, we’ll refine the product.

In the beginning, they took us through a discovery process to understand exactly what we were asking. They outlined the project plan, including breaking down our goals into a timeline with various deliverables. They also told us the price for their services. Throughout the development of the MVP, they focused on transforming the rules into a simple, intuitive layout.

What is the team composition?
Their team of 7–8 people includes business development specialists, developers, and project managers. Within that group, we have one main point of contact.

How did you come to work with Magora?
We researched various vendors, including reading reviews on Clutch.co. After meeting with several teams, we decided to hire Magora because they understood our goals and clearly explained how they could reach them.

How much have you invested with them?
We have spent over $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?
We began working together in February 2019, and the partnership is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We’ve shown it to a number of potential clients, and we’ve received positive feedback about its accessibility and usefulness. They delivered what we asked for and more.

How did Magora perform from a project management standpoint?
We’ve had no problems communicating over the internet since the project managers and developers are based in Russia. They took a thorough approach to project management, meeting all our expectations. We have regular calls and can follow their progress on Trello.

What did you find most impressive about them?
They understood our goals, and we quickly felt they were a part of our team. They've taken ownership of their role in the project.

Are there any areas they could improve?
We are really happy with their work so far.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?
If clients are clear and detailed in their communication with Magora, it will be a more productive partnership. We held initial education sessions, and it helped ensure a smooth process.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Mobile App Development

Mar 25, 2019

the project

App Development for Health and Wellness Startup

"Their team was extremely accommodating and kind throughout the development process."

Mobile App Development

$10,000 to $49,999

Sept. 2018 - Feb. 2019

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$10,000 to $49,999

Sept. 2018 - Feb. 2019

Project summary:

After conducting initial research to identify features to implement, Magora built an app for a health and wellness startup. They developed an iOS version of the product using Objective-C.

1-10 Employees

Russia

Daria Karandasheva

CEO, Healthy Diet Company

Verified

the reviewer

CEO, Healthy Diet Company

Daria Karandasheva

Health and Wellness

1-10 Employees

Russia

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"Their team was extremely accommodating and kind throughout the development process."

Mar 25, 2019

Feedback summary:

Internal stakeholders are pleased with the design and structure of the platform. Magora’s transparent approach made for a seamless collaboration, and every deliverable was completed in a timely manner. Customers can expect efficiency, responsiveness, and professionalism from their team.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Healthy Diet Company, a health and wellness startup.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Magora?

I hired Magora to build an app that would help users live a healthy lifestyle.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

They began the project by conducting market research and investigating various dieting and health apps. They used their findings to build a native iOS app using Objective-C.

What is the team composition?

I communicated primarily with a sales manager, a project manager, and a developer.

How did you come to work with Magora?

I discovered Magora through a web search. I started negotiations and they proposed to create a minimum viable product (MVP). I chose them because of their design capabilities and experience with different healthcare projects.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent $25,000-$50,000. I initially expected the cost to be around $150,000, so I’m very pleased.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in September 2018 and completed the project in February 2019.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

I’m very satisfied. Everything was implemented as I wanted.

How did Magora perform from a project management standpoint?

I was able to track the work of their developers through Redmine and reach out when I had questions.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Their team was extremely accommodating and kind throughout the development process. Also, I appreciate the business advice they’ve given me. For example, initially, I wanted to start with a website and an Android MVP. They advised me to start with an iOS version, as this would be better for my target audience.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, their work has been great.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Be involved in each phase of the project. They’re innovative in their approach to management and development, and frequent input will help facilitate their work.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

They met every deadline.

4.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

The project was a bit overpriced, but the product was amazing.

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

Their work was excellent.

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Custom Software Development

Dec 10, 2018

the project

Development for E-Learning Services Company

“The quality of development work they provided was great, and their suggestions were especially helpful.”

Custom Software Development

$10,000 to $49,999

Apr. 2017 - Nov. 2018

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$10,000 to $49,999

Apr. 2017 - Nov. 2018

Project summary:

Magora implemented OpenTok, a cloud platform video streaming service, and established connections with remote APIs to retrieve data and start, stop, and cut video. This project led to future development work.

11-50 Employees

Italy

Anton Mihlin

Technical Lead, iSapiens Srl

Verified

the reviewer

Technical Lead, iSapiens Srl

Anton Mihlin

E-Learning

11-50 Employees

Italy

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“The quality of development work they provided was great, and their suggestions were especially helpful.”

Dec 10, 2018

Feedback summary:

Where other developers failed, Magora succeeded in delivering a fast, high-performance streaming service. They accomplished the work as requested and responded quickly to resolve issues. They also delivered tasks beyond the scope immediately. The team offers strong expertise and excellent service.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

iSapiens provides e-learning services to banks and insurance companies in Italy. I’m the technical lead, responsible for app development.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Magora?

I’ve worked with them a couple of times on different projects. For our first project with Magora, we developed an innovative application that used online video streaming in combination with e-learning. Our challenge was to find the right technology to do that, and the previous company we worked with wasn’t able to provide a good solution. Magora helped us find a solution.

For the second project, our challenge was time, given that the project was already in development. We needed to increase our development power in order to finish more quickly. We hired Magora, and they provided quick services.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

On the first project, I explained the scope and how the previous company didn’t satisfy us. They discussed it with their development architect, developers, and DevOps, and proposed an alternate solution, namely OpenTok, a cloud platform streaming service. The application was developed in PHP initially with a MySQL database and HTML, jQuery, and JavaScript on the frontend. The OpenTok streaming service uses WebRTC and provides remote APIs for what we needed to do; the developers from Magora established connections with those in order to retrieve data, as well as start, stop, and cut video.

For our last project, we needed to perform enhancements on the application. We hired the developer from Magora for one week, and he started working on it immediately.

What is the team composition?

For the first project, we hired a couple of full-stack PHP and JS developers, a DevOps specialist, and a project manager. We used one frontend developer for the last project.

How did you come to work with Magora?

I found them on Upwork. We posted the job and I verified that the applicants use the technologies we needed and checked on their hours and reviews on Upwork. I shortlisted five companies and talked to their developers and project managers and then decided that Magora fit our needs.

How much have you invested with them?

The first project had a budget of €30,000 (approximately $34,000 USD), and the last one cost $1,400.

What is the status of this engagement?

The previous project started in April 2017 and finished in November of that year. We started the latest one a month ago, and it took one week.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

The streaming service is successful; it works quickly and almost without latency. Magora accomplished our tasks and suggested options in case something didn’t work or wasn’t the right solution. The quality of development work they provided was great, and their suggestions were especially helpful.

How did Magora perform from a project management standpoint?

They provided quality work on time. As the technical person on my team, I prefer working with technical people and not with project managers. Magora prefers to use project managers, but my involvement with them was minimal.

As with any ongoing development, there were some bugs. When we identified one, we reported it to Magora using Bitbucket. They fixed everything, and they did it all according to our deadlines.

We used Skype for communication, and we also used the Upwork platform in the beginning. We used email to send sensitive data and information.

What did you find most impressive about them?

There were a couple of times when I asked them to do some tasks urgently, which were outside of the contract. They provided them extraordinarily quickly, and that part was amazing. They’re available at any time.

Are there any areas they could improve?

When I worked with their project manager, I sometimes felt that their understanding of technical things was lacking at some points, and it was easier for me to talk with the developers.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Custom Software Development

Nov 09, 2018

the project

Custom Software Dev for Online Trade Service Company

“Magora is a very dynamic and creative team.”

Custom Software Development

$50,000 to $199,999

July 2017 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

$50,000 to $199,999

July 2017 - Ongoing

Project summary:

Magora developed a custom e-commerce software system that features mobile apps and a web platform. The product automates manual processes and aggregates data to improve the product search function.

11-50 Employees

Russia

Ilya Shatkov

Director, Karvingo

Verified

the reviewer

Director, Karvingo

Ilya Shatkov

IT Services

11-50 Employees

Russia

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

5.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

4.5

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

“Magora is a very dynamic and creative team.”

Nov 09, 2018

Feedback summary:

Magora delivered an MVP that brought the initial concept to life perfectly. They maintained consistent and transparent communication and contributed innovative ideas. The platform combines ease-of-use with a transparent cost structure to enhance the end-to-end purchasing process for consumers.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

Carvingo is an online trade service that sells products like automotive accessories both wholesale and retail. We’re an official reseller of spare parts for cars and motorcycles on the Russian Federation market. As the director general, I am the main decision maker for our company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Magora?

We wanted to provide our e-commerce retail customers with a convenient and automated tool to order our products. We hired Magora to develop a bespoke internet platform. Wholesale and retail customers in the Russian Federation are our target market.

Our main goals are to increase the quantity of users and paid subscriptions and start a positive trend of user growth, revenue, and ROI. Qualitatively, we hope to improve our business process and customer satisfaction through this development project.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The scope of work includes every stage of the development cycle from ideation to support. Starting with a discovery phase, Magora helped us plan a monetization strategy and brainstorm the design concept. The MVP is currently in progress. After completing development, the team will provide ongoing maintenance.

Our software system is comprised of a web platform and mobile apps. It automates the process of searching for spare car parts online. Through our platform, customers can purchase both original products and cheaper substitutes based on the car's VIN-number.

Our business compiles disaggregated data distilled from several databases. To provide relevant search results, it automatically calculates a variety of factors. Magora built integrations with our suppliers' and contractors' software systems for compatibility with several payment tools that manage different currencies.

How did you come to work with Magora?

A couple of years ago, we opened a competition for vendors to develop a microservice solution to replace our existing monolith software system. Magora had successfully implemented that type of project before and won our tender. In need of a new project development, we got in touch with the team directly.

How much have you invested with them?

Our project cost between $50,000–$100,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

The project began in July 2017 and is currently ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Magora is a professional, tight-knit team of great people. They take a very proactive approach.

We've successfully developed the expansion project for the Russian market. Our convenient platform and transparent price policy will revolutionize the way buyers order spare car parts. Operating manually leads to frequent mistakes and drives up prices. With our new automation product, we can remove the middleman, prevent errors, and reduce costs.

How did Magora perform from a project management standpoint?

Magora completed the discovery phase on time and within our budget. Currently, they’re implementing the MVP for the product.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Magora is a very dynamic and creative team. They maintain an open line of dialogue and demonstrate out-of- the-box thinking. Ultimately, they provided a brilliant realization of our ideas in the tasks they implemented.

Are there any areas they could improve?

We are very satisfied with our partnership and believe Magora will continue working at such a high standard in the future.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

4.5 Cost

Value / within estimates

5.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Mobile App Development

Nov 07, 2018

the project

Web & Mobile App Dev for Visitor Management System

"We now have millions of visitors signing in at thousands of businesses worldwide."

Mobile App Development

$50,000 to $199,999

Nov. 2014 - Mar. 2015

5.0

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

$50,000 to $199,999

Nov. 2014 - Mar. 2015

Project summary:

Magora developed a web- and iOS-based application based on existing wireframes. Functionalities included user sign-in, daily tracking, notifications, and registration options. Services included UI/UX.

11-50 Employees

New Zealand

CEO & Owner, Management System

Verified

the reviewer

CEO & Owner, Management System

Business Services

11-50 Employees

New Zealand

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

5.0

Quality:

4.5

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

5.0

Willing to refer:

5.0

the review

"We now have millions of visitors signing in at thousands of businesses worldwide."

Nov 07, 2018

Feedback summary:

The solution’s performance helped secure $1 million in seed funding. An updated version now serves millions of international users. The team works efficiently and maintains frequent communication with the client. They can follow design specifications to create a successful initial product.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder and CEO of an iPad-based visitor sign-in system. We have thousands of businesses that subscribe across 40 countries.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Magora?

We hired Magora to develop our web- and iOS-based applications.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Magora developed a cloud-based web application and a native iOS application. Our in-house designer provided wireframes and Magora executed the design.

The application allows visitors to sign in on an iPad and then sends a notification to the host. The web app also allows the host to track daily visitors and print a visitor badge. The host has the option to pre-register visitors.

What is the team composition?

Alex (Senior Developer, Magora) served as our project manager and our main point of contact. We also worked with Arthur (Head of Sales, Magora).

How did you come to work with Magora?

We searched for contractors on a freelance website. Magora had great reviews and had a good culture fit with our team.

How much have you invested with them?

We invested between $50,000–$200,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in November 2014 and the project ended in March 2015.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

We raised $1 million in seed funding after they developed our solution. We now have millions of visitors signing in at thousands of businesses worldwide. Moreover, they delivered a great UI/UX.

How did Magora perform from a project management standpoint?

Sometimes we would contact Alex daily, but other times we communicated only twice a week. But we never had problems getting in touch. Even after the completion of the solution, the team has been very responsive.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Our relationship was very cordial and professional. We genuinely liked their team and we have maintained a good relationship with them.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I can’t evaluate that now because their company has changed so much in the years since the engagement.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Clients should scope the project fully before beginning any development.

5.0

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

5.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

4.5 Quality

Service & deliverables

5.0 NPS

Willing to refer

Design

Jul 31, 2018

the project

Developing a Demo Product for a Startup

“They did the work well and delivered everything within their initial timeframes.”

Design

Less than $10,000

Jun. - Jul. 2017

4.5

Quality:

4.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

3.0

Willing to refer:

4.0

Less than $10,000

Jun. - Jul. 2017

Project summary:

Magora designed a series of UI/UX demo images for a proposed financial website. They visualized a customer journey that included initial registration, account setup, and product purchasing.

United Kingdom

Founder, Finance Startup

Verified

the reviewer

Founder, Finance Startup

Financial Services

United Kingdom

Phone Interview

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone.

Verified

4.5

Quality:

4.0

Schedule:

5.0

Cost:

3.0

Willing to refer:

4.0

the review

“They did the work well and delivered everything within their initial timeframes.”

Jul 31, 2018

Feedback summary:

Magora’s team took a business concept and translated it into a concrete demo under a tight deadline. They communicated effectively and proved willing to undertake unusual projects.

the review

Background
Challenge
Solution
Results
Ratings

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder of a finance startup in the UK.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Magora?

We hired them to build a product demo for us.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

I’m not a designer, so I had them create what was essentially an online slideshow to demo the web platform I intend to build. They designed the UI/UX concepts for the proposed site and demonstrated a customer journey from initial registration to browsing for products and adding them to a shopping cart. There were additional slides depicting user account features and functionality.

What is the team composition?

My main point of contact was James, and then they assigned a designer. There was an additional designer based in Russia who occasionally joined us for conference calls, but I’m not sure how they split the work.

How did you come to work with Magora?

I received a few recommendations by word of mouth.

How much have you invested with them?

The total cost was under $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

They completed the project in about six weeks from June to July 2017.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

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

Before hiring Magora, we had a hard time getting people’s attention and creating enthusiasm for our product. Their demo work significantly increased our success at getting people to back our startup.

How did Magora perform from a project management standpoint?

They did well, considering that they weren’t native English speakers and didn’t have much familiarity with the British banking market. We had an initial meeting face to face, which helped with communication at the start, and then we kept in touch via phone, Skype, and email.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They did the work well and delivered everything within their initial timeframes. We were under a tight deadline to have something to present for meetings and they took us from a blank piece of paper to a finished design very quickly. I only wish we’d had more time because I know they could have done even more for us.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Don’t be shy about asking for what you want. Our project was a bit outside the realm of their normal jobs, but they embraced it and turned out good work.

4.5

Overall Score

5.0 Scheduling

ON TIME / DEADLINES

They delivered everything correctly and on time.

3.0 Cost

Value / within estimates

4.0 Quality

Service & deliverables

4.0 NPS

Contact

WE THINK BUSINESS, THEN DEVELOPMENT.

headquarters

other locations

Focus

Portfolio

Healthy diet

MoPals

Globi Calls

Hunger

VPN Platform as SaaS

Pharm Card

Rotimatic - project with the internet of things background

Sales Tool

Organic Response

Tebengan

VPS:Vessel Performance Solution

tellMasha App for Danone

ShowApp

Jurni

InnovoCare: Magora’s web app for internal medical staff

Magora's POS Software

Core Power Golf: A New iOS Mobile App Designed by Magora

PlanDo

Magora’s Business Web Tool for Brand Owners

Parking Guide

Bang Track

Estate Rental Management System

SwipedOn

StarBuffet

Pharmcard: enterprise software development case

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the review

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the review

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