Designli

Build software people actually pay for.
141 Traction St, Greenville, South Carolina 29611, United States
https://designli.co

Designli Overview

Number of Employees
50 - 99
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Average Hourly Rate
$85/hr
Year Founded
2013
Designli helps non-technical founders turn software into real, revenue-generating businesses. 

Most agencies hand over code and walk away, leaving you to build the business yourself. We work differently, measuring our success by your traction - real users on a live product and real signs that the business is growing. 

Every engagement is built around a guaranteed outcome

For founders starting from scratch, our TractionLab program puts a real user on a working Version 1 within 30 days, or your next month is free. From there, the whole team works to turn that first user into many, and early usage into real revenue.
For founders who already have something live, we start with a free one-week Impact Week that pinpoints exactly what's holding your product back. You walk away with a customized plan and a guaranteed Day-30 outcome that clears those roadblocks, so you can get back to chasing traction and your vision instead of fighting your product.  

The burden is on us to prove we're the right partner. Picking a software development agency is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a founder, and we don't think that risk should fall entirely on you. That's why your first 14 days are fully refundable, and you can cancel any time with 30 days' notice.

We work using Hypothesis-Driven Development. Building software is cheaper than ever with AI-empowered engineers; the hard part is knowing what to build and whether it worked. So every change we make carries a business metric and a clear bet about what it should move, and we measure whether it actually did. The result is a real feedback loop on whether your product is getting better each week and driving more usage and revenue.

Each engagement is staffed with a small, senior pod that gives your product full-time focus and founder-level care, and is paid on outcomes, not promises. Learn more at https://designli.co
Application Platforms
Application Platforms
  • Amazon
  • Azure Platform
Custom Frameworks
Custom Frameworks
  • Angular Development
  • Next.js
  • Node.js
  • React.JS
  • Symfony
  • VueJS
Custom Languages
Custom Languages
  • ARKit
  • Ember.js
  • Java
  • JavaScript Development
  • Objective C
  • PHP
  • Swift
IoT Expertise
IoT Expertise
  • Commercial IoT
  • Consumer IoT
  • Infrastructure
Low Code Development Expertise
Low Code Development Expertise
  • Webflow
Mobile App Expertise
Mobile App Expertise
  • Android
  • B2B Apps
  • B2C Apps
  • Cross-Platform
  • Hybrid
  • iPad
  • iPhone
Mobile App Technology
Mobile App Technology
  • Flutter Development
  • HTML5
  • React Native
No Code Development Expertise
No Code Development Expertise
  • Airtable
Outsourcing Expertise
Outsourcing Expertise
  • Outsourcing
Software Development Expertise
Software Development Expertise
  • Agile Consulting
  • Banking Software Development
  • Biotech
  • CRM Development
  • Foodtech
  • SaaS Development
  • Startups Software Development
UI/UX Expertise
UI/UX Expertise
  • Dashboard Design
  • Interactive Design
  • UX Strategy
  • Usability Testing
  • User Research
Web Design Expertise
Web Design Expertise
  • Adaptive
  • Mobile First
  • Responsive
  • Web App
  • eCommerce

Industries

  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Education
  • Corporate Services
  • Nonprofit
  • Government
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Consumer Goods
  • Health Care
  • Legal

Client Types

  • Startups
  • Small Businesses
  • Medium Businesses
  • Enterprise / Corporate

Designli Portfolio

Designli - AskIris
Cross-Platform
AskIris
$100K - $250K
6 Months
2023
Designli - Behind the Knife
Cross-Platform
Behind the Knife
$500K - $1M
12 Months
2023
Designli - National Trench Safety
Software Development
National Trench Safety
$1M+
24 Months
2023
Designli - True Load Time
Cross-Platform
True Load Time
$100K - $250K
8 Months
2022
Designli - Thingealogy
Cross-Platform
Thingealogy
$100K - $250K
12 Months
2023
Designli - Earth Technology Integration
Web App
Earth Technology Integration
$500K - $1M
12 Months
2022
Designli - MEO Continuity
Web Development
MEO Continuity
$100K - $250K
24 Months
2024
Designli - Paidback
Mobile App Development
Paidback
$100K - $250K
8 Months
2022
Designli - Icueity
Mobile App Development
Icueity
$100K - $250K
12 Months
2022
Designli - Grappos
Software Development
Grappos
$250K - $500K
12 Months
2023
Designli - Vital Knowledge
Cross-Platform
Vital Knowledge
$20K - $100K
6 Months
2022
Designli - Genchi
Software Development
Genchi
$100K - $250K
12 Months
2022
Designli - Virtuosity
Cross-Platform
Virtuosity
$250K - $500K
12 Months
2024
Designli - Cabin Time
Mobile App Development
Cabin Time

Designli Reviews


Reviews from Google Maps and DesignRush are available on this profile.
All reviews
  • All reviews
  • Google reviews
  • DesignRush reviews
Had an excellent with Impact Week. Given my schedule limitations, I appreciated how accommodating and professional the Designli team was throughout the week. The coordination was smooth and feedback was really informative. I really appreciated how feedback was communicated clearly. The deliverables were sharp and provided a tangible framework for what the next steps could be. It’s clear the team made a strong effort with the quality of the work and the experience so happy to share it was a very positive and helpful experience. "
Stuart Cooper's Review Sourced from Google
I am so glad I used Designli. At first I was taken back by their free audit of my tech and teams because it felt too good to be true, but it’s not. I worked with Carlos initially, but his whole team is fantastic and competent. They are very focused on getting results as well as guidance on how to identify pain points. I couldn’t be happier with their professionalism and knowledge. "
Curt Kempton's Review Sourced from Google
We've been working with Designli since 2022 to build our healthcare software, AskIris, and the experience has been outstanding from day one. Their team is not only highly skilled and professional, but also deeply invested in our success. They’ve taken the time to truly understand our vision and have consistently delivered thoughtful, high-quality solutions that are critical to our business. Communication has always been clear, timely, and collaborative — it truly feels like we have a partner, not just a development team. I can’t recommend Designli highly enough to any founder or company looking for a development team that’s reliable, strategic, and genuinely great to work with. "
Clair Laufketter's Review Sourced from Google
We've been working with Designli for several years, and the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. As the co-founder of a startup app, finding a development partner who is not only technically skilled but also collaborative, reliable, and invested in our success has been critical — and Designli has consistently delivered.Keith and Josh have been a pleasure to work with. They’re always accessible, responsive, and thoughtful in their approach. Whether it's quickly addressing urgent issues or helping us navigate strategic changes, they've demonstrated impressive flexibility, insight, and care.As our product has evolved, so have our needs — and the Designli team has adapted at every stage. I highly recommend Designli to anyone seeking a dependable, long-term development partner. "
Corey Crossan's Review Sourced from Google
Designli exceeded all my expectations while creating the design prototype for my app. From start to finish, their team displayed an exceptional level of professionalism, answering all my questions with clarity and patience. Out of the three companies I considered, Designli was my top choice, and they absolutely delivered. The final design prototype was polished, functional, and perfectly aligned with my vision. Their ability to bring my ideas to life while maintaining open and consistent communication was truly impressive. I highly recommend Designli to anyone looking for top-notch app development and design services. They did not disappoint! "
Project Name: BargainEye Dev
Project Type:
Software Development
Company size:
-
Industry:
-
I'm a first-time founder, both the SolutionLab process (the only aspect I can speak to) and the deliverables themselves were incredibly helpful in firming up my idea and helping me to bring it to market. It was an excellent bridge from the ‘I have an idea’ stage to the ‘I have a functioning company’ stage. "
Project Name: All Out Fitness App
Project Type:
App Development
Company size:
-
Industry:
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Justin was essentially like sitting in on a college course. He taught me so much! This would be a great company to work with! "
Project Name: Mobile App Development
Project Type:
App Development
Company size:
Under 49
Industry:
Logistics and Supply Chain
Designli started with a discovery phase to clarify requirements, then designed and built a mobile app and website for medical practices. The app, created for iOS and Android, also includes a registration management backend. Stakeholders were impressed with their technical execution and ability to manage high-level requirements. "
Project Name: Mobile App & Web Dev & UX/UI Design for Consulting Company
Project Type:
Website Development
Company size:
-
Industry:
Management Consulting
I interviewed Designli for an App that we are building. I enjoyed the process of learning about their company and the process that they would use while building out our software. We will definitely be calling on them again as new opportunities surface. "
Project Name: App Development
Project Type:
App Development
Company size:
-
Industry:
Venture Capital & Private Equity
We had the pleasure of working with this incredible team on a recent design project, and I couldn't be more impressed. They were highly professional, organized, and committed to delivering outstanding results. What stood out most was their responsiveness to feedback—any suggestions or changes were implemented quickly and thoughtfully. I would gladly work with this team again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional design work. "
Project Name: Lido Nation - Design Sprint
Project Type:
User Experience
Company size:
-
Industry:
-
Clients described Designli’s project management as outstanding, noting there were no unpleasant surprises, only positive results. The team consistently delivered on time, explained decisions clearly, and kept costs transparent. Their use of Figma, Basecamp, Google Meet, and Zoom gave the client full visibility and control. "
Project Name: Logo, Mobile App Development & UX/UI Design for Nonprofit
Project Type:
App Development
Company size:
-
Industry:
-
Designli is a great software development company to work with. Our particular needs were web and mobile applications. We are pleased with the results to date, the development and management teams, and the attention from leadership (Keith, the CEO, himself too) to the details of the work and our customer experience. I look forward to a long and fruitful partnership with Designli. "
Zaina Ajakie's Review Sourced from Google
When it comes to app and software development, Designli is the sole company I recommend and refer people to. Their team is unbelievably responsive, professional, and kind. They work with you and have such a good process for learning and understanding your needs and goals before coming up with the perfect solution for your users. Their leadership team, development team, and everyone involved is top-notch and I can't say enough good things about them. "
Project Name: App and Software Development Services
Project Type:
App Development
Company size:
-
Industry:
-
Incredible experience all around. The team here is extremely friendly, organized and fair with pricing. "
Project Name: Mobile App Development
Project Type:
App Development
Company size:
-
Industry:
-
Working with Keith and the Designli team has been great. They have a solid design process, are proactive in addressing the known issues, and fantastically responsive to unexpected issues. I’m sure Keith must sleep at some point, but he seems to be able answer emails promptly at all hours and across multiple time zones. "
Project Name: Web and Software Development
Project Type:
Website Development
Company size:
-
Industry:
-

Designli Team Bios

CEO and Co-Founder
Keith Shields
CEO and Co-Founder
Keith is passionate about creating premium digital experiences. He co-founded Designli to help take clients from software concept to finished product. Along the way, he stays personally involved in building a core feature set, beautiful UX, and habit-forming hooks.
COO and Co-Founder
Joshua Tucker
COO and Co-Founder
Josh is a natural contrarian, which means he's always looking for better ways to do things. He won Inc.com's "Coolest College Statrup of 2014" award, left school to focus on building apps full-time, and never looked back.

Designli Clients

Goodwill
Earthlink
Rotary
State of South Carolina
Secur.Space
Grappos
Michelin
Accel Entertainment
Millennium Parking Garages

Designli Awards

Designli - Award 1
Designli - Award 2
Designli - Award 3
Designli - Award 4