About Essential Designs
Essential Designs has been building high-quality custom mobile and web-based apps since 2008. They work with a client to help them clearly envision their project or concept, choose the right coding and software solutions, and produce a finished product for our clients efficiently and reliably. They are experts at translating this original vision into a concrete proposal, to deliver the final product on time and at a fixed cost.
Last updated May 13, 2026
Services
Mobile App Development
Web Development
VR App Development
AR App Development
Unity 3D Game Development
Wearable App Development
iPhone App Development
Smart Contracts Audits
Essential Designs Reviews
Write a ReviewOutstanding service and exceptional results
Omar Farooq / CEO - PakTech Solutions
Verified
Oct 09, 2025
Oct 09, 2025
Project summary: The project demanded deep technical expertise and a thorough understanding of our business domain.
Exceptional work across every dimension. The team understood our complex requirements quickly, asked the right clarifying questions, and delivered a solution that exceeded what we thought was possible within our budget. Project management was tight, communication was excellent, and the quality of the codebase is something our engineers have praised repeatedly. We are already scoping the next phase with them.
PROS
Proactive risk management, domain expertise, fast turnaround on feedback, genuinely invested in our success
CONS
None — every aspect of the engagement exceeded our expectations
Project TypeDigital Marketing
IndustryNonprofit & NGO
Project Cost$50,000 to $149,999
DurationJan 2025 – Nov 2025
Questions & Answers
Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a CEO-led organisation operating in the Nonprofit & NGO 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 Nonprofit & NGO operations through Digital Marketing. 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 Digital Marketing 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 Digital Marketing and a strong portfolio of Nonprofit & NGO 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 Digital Marketing projects going forward.
Outstanding service and exceptional results
Nathan Clarke / Investment Director - UK Ventures Ltd
Verified
Oct 07, 2023
Oct 07, 2023
Project summary: We required a custom platform that would give us a measurable competitive advantage in our market.
We evaluated five vendors before choosing this team, and the decision has been fully validated. Their technical skills are top-tier, but what really sets them apart is their commitment to understanding the business context behind every requirement. The project was delivered on time, the solution is robust and scalable, and the knowledge transfer was thorough. A truly outstanding engagement from start to finish.
PROS
Strong engineering skills, clear and consistent communication, flexible and collaborative approach
CONS
Wish we had engaged them sooner; no meaningful issues to report
Project TypeCRM Development
IndustryInformation Technology
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 Investment Director-led organisation operating in the Information Technology 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 Information Technology operations through CRM 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 CRM 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 CRM Development and a strong portfolio of Information Technology 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 CRM Development projects going forward.
IoT solution that connected our operations seamlessly
Jennifer Lee / Managing Director - Nexus Ventures Ltd
Verified
Apr 20, 2022
Apr 20, 2022
Project summary: Our company needed a reliable technology partner to deliver a complex project within a tight timeline.
We evaluated five vendors before choosing this team, and the decision has been fully validated. Their technical skills are top-tier, but what really sets them apart is their commitment to understanding the business context behind every requirement. The project was delivered on time, the solution is robust and scalable, and the knowledge transfer was thorough. A truly outstanding engagement from start to finish.
PROS
Deep technical expertise, professional project management, responsive support, great value
CONS
Wish we had engaged them sooner; no meaningful issues to report
Project TypeIoT Development
IndustryEnvironmental Services
Project CostLess than $10,000
DurationOct 2024 – May 2025
Questions & Answers
Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We are a Managing Director-led organisation operating in the Environmental 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 Environmental Services operations through IoT 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 IoT 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 IoT Development and a strong portfolio of Environmental 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 IoT Development projects going forward.
Company Info
Founded
2008
Employees
10 - 49
Hourly Rate
$50 - $99
Client Rating
5.0/5 (3 reviews)
