About Bent Media

Bent Media is a digital agency that helps brands become more connected, authentic, and relevant. Established in New Orleans in 1992. They have an established track record of developing perfect-fit software applications and websites in even the most highly-regulated industries. They are one of the best web development company. Truly, they are one of the best web development company.

Last updated May 13, 2026

Services

Mobile App Development Web Development Chat Bots & AI Development App Marketing

Industries Served

Agriculture Nonprofit & NGO Events & Event Management Automotive Human Resources Food & Beverage

Bent Media Reviews

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Professional team that delivers excellence every time

Kevin O'Brien / CIO - Atlantic Tech
Verified
Feb 18, 2022

Project summary: We required a custom platform that would give us a measurable competitive advantage in our market.

From the discovery workshop to the final handover, the experience was seamless. The team invested real effort in understanding our business goals before writing a single line of code, and that foundation paid dividends throughout. Every milestone was hit, every deliverable was polished, and the few issues that arose were resolved before we even had to ask. The solution has already delivered measurable ROI and we are planning our next engagement with them.

PROS

Strong engineering skills, clear and consistent communication, flexible and collaborative approach

CONS

None — every aspect of the engagement exceeded our expectations

5.0
Overall
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Communication
Project TypeCMS Development
IndustryFood & Beverage
Project Cost$10,000 to $49,999
DurationJun 2025 – Sep 2025

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a CIO-led organisation operating in the Food & Beverage sector. My role involves overseeing strategic technology decisions and vendor partnerships. We have been growing steadily and needed a trusted partner to help us scale our digital capabilities.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our primary challenge was modernising our Food & Beverage operations through CMS Development. Legacy systems were limiting our agility and we needed a solution that could scale with our growth ambitions and integrate with our existing infrastructure.
What services did the company provide for your project?
They delivered a comprehensive CMS Development engagement covering requirements analysis, solution architecture, full-cycle development, QA testing, deployment, and post-launch support. The scope was well-defined and executed without scope creep.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
Their demonstrated expertise in CMS Development and a strong portfolio of Food & Beverage projects set them apart during our evaluation. The discovery call gave us confidence they truly understood our domain, not just the technology.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Exceptionally well. They ran a structured discovery process, asked insightful questions, and produced a detailed requirements document that captured nuances we hadn't even articulated ourselves. That foundation made the entire project smoother.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Outstanding. We had a dedicated project manager, weekly status calls, a shared project board, and same-day responses to queries. There were no surprises — risks were flagged early and resolved before they became issues.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, the project was delivered on the agreed date and within budget. Their estimates were realistic and they managed scope carefully, flagging any potential changes before they impacted the timeline or cost.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Significant. Since go-live we have seen measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction scores have risen, and the solution has already paid back a substantial portion of the investment. The team built something we are genuinely proud of.
What did you like most about working with this company?
Their genuine investment in our success. They didn't just execute a spec — they brought ideas, challenged assumptions, and cared about the outcome as much as we did. The quality of the codebase and documentation also stood out.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Absolutely and without hesitation. We have already referred two colleagues, and we are actively scoping the next phase of work with them. They are our go-to partner for CMS Development projects going forward.

Company Info

Founded 1992
Employees 10 - 49
Hourly Rate $100 - $149
Client Rating 4.7/5 (6 reviews)

Rating Breakdown

Quality
4.8
Schedule
4.5
Cost
4.6
Communication
4.7

FAQs

What should I actually be looking at when comparing a company like Bent Media to others?
When you're weighing up a software partner such as Bent Media, it's worth looking past the pitch and checking the portfolio, what past clients say, relevant industry background, technical range, how they communicate, pricing structure, project management style, and what support looks like after launch. For context, it has experience across industries such as Food & Beverage, Automotive, Human Resources, Events & Event Management, Nonprofit & NGO and Agriculture, and its average project cost is reported at $10000+.
What kind of software work does Bent Media take on?
Bent Media typically covers the standard range of software development work — mobile apps, web platforms, custom internal tools, UI/UX design, cloud infrastructure, AI integrations, and larger enterprise builds. Its core focus areas include Chat Bots & AI Development, App Marketing, Web Development and Mobile App Development.
What should I expect to pay to work with Bent Media?
What Bent Media charges comes down to a handful of variables — how complex the project is, the number of development hours involved, the tech stack required, team size, and which engagement model you pick. Based on available data, Bent Media's typical hourly rate is around $100 - $149, with an average project cost of $10000+.
What are the actual contract options if I want to work with Bent Media?
Most companies structured like Bent Media give you a choice between a fixed-price contract, a dedicated team arrangement, or time-and-materials billing, so you can pick whichever lines up with your budget and how well-defined your scope already is. For context, it has experience across industries such as Food & Beverage, Automotive, Human Resources, Events & Event Management, Nonprofit & NGO and Agriculture, and its average project cost is reported at $10000+.
Would Bent Media be a good fit for an early-stage startup?
Generally, yes — companies like Bent Media tend to work well with startups because of what they typically offer: MVP builds, product strategy input, architecture that can scale later, and dedicated teams that keep costs manageable while still moving fast. For context, its listed capabilities span Chat Bots & AI Development, App Marketing, Web Development and Mobile App Development, and it has experience across industries such as Food & Beverage, Automotive, Human Resources, Events & Event Management, Nonprofit & NGO and Agriculture.
Can Bent Media take on an old, outdated system rather than starting from scratch?
Modernizing legacy software is usually within scope for a firm like Bent Media — re-platforming, refactoring old code, and moving things onto current frameworks or cloud infrastructure without necessarily rebuilding everything from zero. For context, its listed capabilities span Chat Bots & AI Development, App Marketing, Web Development and Mobile App Development, and its average project cost is reported at $10000+.
What's the easiest way to actually get in touch with Bent Media?
Most businesses reach Bent Media through its website, a direct email, or a contact form — any of which works for discussing what you need, booking an initial conversation, or asking for a rough estimate. For context, it has experience across industries such as Food & Beverage, Automotive, Human Resources, Events & Event Management, Nonprofit & NGO and Agriculture, and its listed capabilities span Chat Bots & AI Development, App Marketing, Web Development and Mobile App Development.
Will Bent Media sign an NDA before we even discuss the project in detail?
Most professional shops, including Bent Media, expect to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement before getting into specifics — it's a fairly standard ask and a reasonable one to make before sharing anything sensitive. For context, its listed capabilities span Chat Bots & AI Development, App Marketing, Web Development and Mobile App Development, and it reports a team size of 10 - 49 professionals.
What makes Bent Media worth considering over other options?
What tends to set Bent Media apart usually comes down to some mix of technical depth, relevant industry experience, how clients describe working with them, their development approach, communication habits, and whether they can actually deliver something that scales. Founded in 1992, the company has built a track record of delivering projects across various industries.