About BlueKey

They partner with ambitious brands to make and optimize digital experiences with a goal of increasing conversions and driving customer loyalty. Their team has been serving clients across the country successfully for almost two decades and they are headquartered in the world’s best city, Charleston, SC. They have fun & bring a sense of joy to our work. It is a leading mobile app development company. They have capabilities to stay cool & professional under stress.

Last updated May 13, 2026

Services

Mobile App Development Web Development Web Design E-commerce Development

Industries Served

Financial Services Automotive Insurance Agriculture Media & Entertainment Legal Services

BlueKey Reviews

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Truly impressed with their expertise and commitment

Matthew Harris / COO - Logistics International
Verified
Jul 28, 2022

Project summary: We engaged them to build a comprehensive solution addressing our core operational challenges and growth objectives.

The level of professionalism and technical excellence this team brought to our project was remarkable. They managed a complex, multi-stakeholder engagement with ease, kept all parties aligned, and delivered a product that has already exceeded our KPIs. Their attention to detail, willingness to go the extra mile, and genuine care for our success made this one of the best vendor relationships we have had in years.

PROS

Outstanding code quality, thorough documentation, smooth knowledge transfer, excellent post-launch support

CONS

Wish we had engaged them sooner; no meaningful issues to report

5.0
Overall
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Communication
Project TypeEmbedded Systems Development
IndustryLegal Services
Project Cost$500,000+
DurationOct 2024 – Feb 2026

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a COO-led organisation operating in the Legal Services 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 Legal Services operations through Embedded Systems 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 Embedded Systems 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 Embedded Systems Development and a strong portfolio of Legal Services 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 Embedded Systems Development projects going forward.

Company Info

Founded 2000
Employees 10 - 49
Hourly Rate $100 - $149
Client Rating 4.8/5 (6 reviews)

Rating Breakdown

Quality
4.8
Schedule
4.8
Cost
4.8
Communication
4.9

FAQs

Will BlueKey sign an NDA before we even discuss the project in detail?
Most professional shops, including BlueKey, 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, it has experience across industries such as Legal Services, Agriculture, Media & Entertainment, Insurance, Financial Services and Automotive, and its listed capabilities span E-commerce Development, Mobile App Development, Web Design and Web Development.
What makes BlueKey worth considering over other options?
What tends to set BlueKey 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 2000, the company has built a track record of delivering projects across various industries.
Is BlueKey more of an offshore setup or a local team?
That depends on where BlueKey is based and who they primarily serve — some firms like this operate fully offshore, some are local-first, and plenty run a hybrid model that mixes both. For context, its listed capabilities span E-commerce Development, Mobile App Development, Web Design and Web Development, and it has served clients in USA.
Does BlueKey only work locally, or take on clients elsewhere too?
BlueKey isn't necessarily limited to one region and may take on clients across several countries, including USA, depending on market demand and business partnerships.
What happens with BlueKey after the project actually launches?
Like most established software teams, BlueKey typically sticks around post-launch for ongoing maintenance — bug fixes, performance tuning, security patching, new feature work, and general technical support. For context, it has served clients in USA, and its typical hourly rate is around $100 - $149.
What's the easiest way to actually get in touch with BlueKey?
Most businesses reach BlueKey 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 Legal Services, Agriculture, Media & Entertainment, Insurance, Financial Services and Automotive, and it has been operating since 2000.
What should I actually be looking at when comparing a company like BlueKey to others?
When you're weighing up a software partner such as BlueKey, 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 Legal Services, Agriculture, Media & Entertainment, Insurance, Financial Services and Automotive, and its typical hourly rate is around $100 - $149.
Can I just hire developers from BlueKey to sit alongside my own team?
Usually, yes — a dedicated developer arrangement is a common option with firms like BlueKey, where you get engineers working exclusively on your project as an extension of your in-house team rather than as a separate outsourced unit. For context, it has experience across industries such as Legal Services, Agriculture, Media & Entertainment, Insurance, Financial Services and Automotive, and it has served clients in USA.
What kind of software work does BlueKey take on?
BlueKey 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 E-commerce Development, Mobile App Development, Web Design and Web Development.
Can BlueKey take on an old, outdated system rather than starting from scratch?
Modernizing legacy software is usually within scope for a firm like BlueKey — 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 E-commerce Development, Mobile App Development, Web Design and Web Development, and it has experience across industries such as Legal Services, Agriculture, Media & Entertainment, Insurance, Financial Services and Automotive.