About Designli

Transformative by Design

Designli is a digital product studio in Greenville, South Carolina.

We specialize in the rapid prototyping of new software concepts, taking our clients from vision to 'V1' as quickly and effectively as possible. We use agile development processes to launch an MVP quickly, then continue building as we learn from market feedback.

Established businesses lean on Designli when launching new, software-driven initiatives. Our process accelerates internal buy-in while iterating quickly based on customer feedback.

Startups and entrepreneurs value our process for its key 'pausing points' along the way, as we help founders seek validation, feedb...Read more

Designli is a digital product studio in Greenville, South Carolina.

We specialize in the rapid prototyping of new software concepts, taking our clients from vision to 'V1' as quickly and effectively as possible. We use agile development processes to launch an MVP quickly, then continue building as we learn from market feedback.

Established businesses lean on Designli when launching new, software-driven initiatives. Our process accelerates internal buy-in while iterating quickly based on customer feedback.

Startups and entrepreneurs value our process for its key 'pausing points' along the way, as we help founders seek validation, feedback, and - oftentimes - investment.

Key Insights

Founded 2013
Strength 11 to 50
Cost Per Hour $51 - $100
Min. Project Amount $10001 - $25000

Services & Focus

Industry Focus

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real estate (10%)
transportation & logistics (10%)
utilities (10%)
retail (10%)
education (10%)
financial & payments (10%)
health care & life sciences (10%)
manufacturing (5%)
non-profit (5%)
automotive (5%)
art, entertainment & music (5%)
government (5%)
hospitality & leisure (5%)

Client Focus

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Client with $10M $1B in revenue (48%)
Client with < $10M in revenue (47%)
Client with > $1B in revenue (5%)

Portfolio

Designli Reviews

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Review by Chandler Chittom

This was the dev partner I needed!

Reviewed by Chandler Chittom , Founder at CleanCourse
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

We met with several different development companies looking for the right partner. We ultimately trusted Designli to help us launch our product because of the SolutionLab. Their approach is uniquely efficient compared to anyone else we talked to. This is the best way we found to bring a world-class product to market.

$50001 - $100000
Mobile App Development

Review by Vinny Williams

Amazing team and great quality of work!

Reviewed by Vinny Williams , Founder & CEO at AddressMe
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
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Company Rating

Designli is amazing at capturing the essence of the value my business provides. They bring a lot of business acumen and technical talent to the table, which helps enhance my ideas. They ask excellent questions to help me get clarity at every stage. They're also extremely attentive to what I want. I can't say enough good things about how well they communicate and the quality of work they've done.

$10001 - $25000
Mobile App Development

Review by Devin Holmes

Their effective communication skill makes sure to keep the project on track!

Reviewed by Devin Holmes , Founder at Strat63
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Designli is excellent to work with from the kickoff call to a completed project. The main thing that separates this company from others is how responsive the leadership is. They're always communicating to make sure things go smoothly and the project stays on track.

$100001 - $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Spencer White

Love collaborating with them!

Reviewed by Spencer White , Director of Operations & Technology at Voices Together
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
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Company Rating

It was a great experience for our organization. The Designli team communicates and collaborates extremely well. They help us make crucial decisions with confidence. We were able to define a look, feel, and roadmap for our team with great agility. I highly recommend working with Designli.

$50001 - $100000
Mobile App Development

Review by Jamie Ponce

It’s been a pleasure to work with team Designli!

Reviewed by Jamie Ponce , Chief Innovation and Strategy Officer at Millennium Garages
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

It’s been a pleasure to work with Designli to expand our company’s digital strategy and mobile presence. Designli’s approach is smart and well-grounded, with a personable and fiercely competent team to match. Stage-gated processes with clear deliverables have helped us build momentum quickly and make informed decisions as we allocate time and resources to mobile app design. Highly recommend!

$100001 - $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Amber Masters

Happy with their project management!

Reviewed by Amber Masters , Founder at Paidback
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

The app development team at Designli is terrific at asking clarifying questions. Their efficient project management style helped them design a business app to meet my goals. They set clear expectations and deliver value on an efficient timeline. Reputable and reliable.

$25001 - $50000
Mobile App Development

Review by Adam Crisafulli

Their understanding about the product and creativity made me speechless!

Reviewed by Adam Crisafulli , Founder and President at Vital Knowledge, LLC
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

The team at Designli has been invaluable. Their assistance goes way beyond simply writing code. They understand my product, and have found the most efficient process to build it in the digital realm. Working with them has left my business on much sounder footing.

$50001 - $100000
Web and Software Development

Review by Madeline Hendry

They helped us reach our goals

Reviewed by Madeline Hendry , Co-Founder & COO at MatchNice
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

To help us achieve our business goals, Designli challenged us to think outside the box. They helped us take control of our design phase by building an intentional roadmap. It was easy to build design mockups with them because they communicate well, and the team was able to understand our product quickly.

$100001 - $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Keli McGilton

Highly recommended!

Reviewed by Keli McGilton , Founder at Transcripts US
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Designli's SolutionLab is extremely effective. We like how their team approaches the project to ensure everything stays in sync. Katie is a rock star!

$100001 - $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Aisha Del Rosario

Designli turned my thoughts into reality!

Reviewed by Aisha Del Rosario , Founder at X2Nex
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

I like Designli's ability to turn around deliverables promptly. The follow up was impeccable. They are courteous and very enthusiastic. I don't dislike anything about this company. Designli was presented with my complicated application concept, and they brought it to life.

$10001 - $25000
Mobile App Development

Review by Juan Franco

Great working experience!

Reviewed by Juan Franco , Founder at FlightMate
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
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Designli acquired a thorough understanding of my vision, which guided their development of a modern and user-friendly app prototype. The team created a thorough project outline, enabling transparent collaboration. Their responsiveness enables a constant stream of communication.

$100001 - $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by LeAnn Koenig Olson

Awesome work!

Reviewed by LeAnn Koenig Olson , Vice President of Operations at Vertical Exchange
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

We had an ancient system that our event attendees used for pre-event, during, and post-event processes that was no longer serving our needs. The developers of the old site were unable to service our ongoing needs. We researched many off the shelf products but couldn't find one that would check all of our boxes. As we started researching firms that could build a new system for us Designli was able to provide a the rebuild we needed now and help us create a roadmap to where we wanted to go in the future.

$100001 - $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Greg Cashman

They are wonderful at what they do!

Reviewed by Greg Cashman , Principal Product Manager at Hearst
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
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Designli has become our go-to resource for app development. We know we can count on them whenever we have questions, and they’ll help us flesh out our ideas. It helps us build and monetize products that much faster.

$100001 - $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Scott Cox

Excellent experience!

Reviewed by Scott Cox , Business Development Manager at COR Rail
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Every aspect of the process has been excellent, especially working with the team, because of their well-oiled workflows. The Designli team and I are working on a platform to provide new technology to one of the oldest industries in the US. Our product's success depends on the team at Designli; their openness to work in a unique industry has made the experience excellent.

More than $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Cindy Levine

Their creativity amazed us!

Reviewed by Cindy Levine , Founder at Catch
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
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Designli is perfect. They help me weigh technical decisions and business decisions at the same time. They're smart, creative, and terrific at communicating. I recommend them to everyone.

$100001 - $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Michael Davenport

They amazed us with their professionalism!

Reviewed by Michael Davenport , President and CEO at Soteria Mobile
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
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Designli has been a refreshing breath of fresh air to deal with since I switched over to them.  Wish I had found them years ago.  Their business model and services are exceptional.  They have taken on an existing mobile application that had been supported by two previous contractors, gone through it with precision and diligence to correct numerous existing issues while adding new features.  Designli has set our product up for future growth and enhancement to enable us to succeed.

$100001 - $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Scott Dill

Recommended for app development

Reviewed by Scott Dill , Founder at Slide
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Working with the Designli team is easy and inspires confidence. There's not much more to say about it. This is the group to contact for your app development project.

More than $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Spencer Price

Outstanding team!

Reviewed by Spencer Price , Founder at Veritas Monitoring Services
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Designli was able to understand my requirements and create a roadmap to success quickly. Velocity is important to me. It's nice to work with people who are professional, organized, and intelligent.

More than $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Corey Crossan

Highly skilled team!

Reviewed by Corey Crossan , Co-Developer at Virtuosity
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

They are transparent with us and proactively provide alternatives, which is greatly appreciated. Designli anticipated our needs and provided us with options proactively. The team is open-minded, patient, and optimisitc.

More than $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Cathie Laufketter

High level of technical expertise!

Reviewed by Cathie Laufketter , Co-Founder at AskIris
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Designli always works efficiently. This makes our internal workflows easy and keeps the project moving forward. This is the mobile app development company to choose if you want a helpful attitude, technical expertise, and terrific attention to detail.

More than $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Nathan Bland

Great project management skills!

Reviewed by Nathan Bland , E-commerce Manager at GoodTwice
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
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Designli delivered an effective app and website overhaul. The project was delivered quickly and yielded terrific results. Page loading times have decreased by more than 18 seconds. Our users also say that the platforms are much easier to use. Sales climbed by 300% as a result. Designli is great at project management, too. They communicate well and are awesome at working with other vendors.

More than $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Robert Black

A team of expert developers on call

Reviewed by Robert Black , Director of Delivery Services at NexGen
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Designli built an app that our technicians love. Because the app was so well received, we went back to them for more work. Everything they build is clean and works smoothly. Their team will make you feel extremely confident throughout your process. From start to finish, they bring deep expertise and are clear communicators.

$100001 - $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Allan Symonette

They are awesome!

Reviewed by Allan Symonette , CEO at Surcee
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

When you choose Designli as your web app development company, you get a ton of experience and expertise. You can tell this team has been there before, and they know what it takes to create successful software. The team has been integral to the ideation and development processes for my business. They're not just coders. They also focus on what's feasible and financially responsible. That's what makes them different. Finally, the transparency is awesome. They're strong communicators and will give you as many updates as you want.

More than $200000
IT Services

Review by Kevin Nadeau

If you want personal attention on your project, hire them!

Reviewed by Kevin Nadeau , Founder at True Load Time
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

The platform is beautiful, simple, and useful. The bottom line is that our users get a ton of value from it. We wanted a software development company that could get buy-in from key stakeholders throughout the development process. Designli delivered. They kept the project moving and provided regular status updates. This is a good choice for anyone who wants a lot of personal attention from a dedicated development team.

$100001 - $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Lance Theobald

Seamless workflow!

Reviewed by Lance Theobald , CEO at SecurSpace
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
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Here's a software company that knows how to bridge the gap between our business needs and our technical needs. Designli's process has been extremely satisfactory to all of our stakeholders. The workflow is seamless, and they offer business expertise alongside their coding skills. As many of their other reviews note, the communication is top-notch. This is the team you're looking for when you want a proven methodology, a diverse skill set, and reliable developers.

$100001 - $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Brice Wiley

You can trust them with any project

Reviewed by Brice Wiley , Senior Marketing Manager at Lex Mundi
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
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Their honesty and transparency are a breath of fresh air. It's so nice to have a company be clear and transparent about the entire app-building process. It's also helped us understand what goes into adding new features. Designli secured positive internal feedback early in the project. This helped us proceed with confidence. We knew we could count on them for continued support during the entire life of our project. Their commitment to their clients shines bright. You can see it in their communication, their focus on keeping costs low, and the way they deliver software that just works.

$50001 - $100000
Mobile App Development

Review by Jill Kunisawa

Dedicated and professional team!

Reviewed by Jill Kunisawa , Director of Operations at Grappos
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

The team at Designli goes above and beyond. They know what's expected of them, then add a ton of value even on top of that. They dedicate a professional team, which is why they're able to provide so much value and be so communicative along the way. They always have ideas for how to innovate and improve the project. They've made the process extremely collaborative and transparent. Simply put, we feel like we found a custom web development company that knows how to execute at a high level.

More than $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Alex Fraser

They deliver what they promise!

Reviewed by Alex Fraser , Coordinator at Congregations for Kids
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
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Designli is a great software development company because they set expectations and deliver everything exactly as promised. They helped us create a unique and successful platform that has already been getting attention from other nonprofit organizations. The team is trustworthy, responsive, and helpful. They're excellent communicators, which helps the process feel simple even when the work is complex. They also know how to make the best possible technology for the budget.

$100001 - $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Emily Kiger

High quality of work!

Reviewed by Emily Kiger , Senior Marketing Manager at Accel Entertainment
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
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It's evident that the team at Designli takes great pride in what they do. They've delivered high-quality work as well as a positive customer experience that makes us enjoy the process. The partners work well together, bring a ton of skills to the table, and are great at visualizing a solution to every problem.

$25001 - $50000
Mobile App Development

Review by David Lewis

Designli's service exceeds expectations!

Reviewed by David Lewis , Managing Partner at SinuSonic
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

This is everything we wanted from a UI/UX design company and then some. Designli has overperformed by giving us way more than we originally expected. Our internal stakeholders have been impressed by the quality of the designs provided. We knew they were good from the other reviews, but didn't expect them to be this good. The team is extremely helpful and communicative. They establish a smooth workflow, are extremely responsive, and are always open to feedback.

$10001 - $25000
UI/UX Designing

Review by Phil Armijo

Highly recommended!

Reviewed by Phil Armijo , Owner at Earth Technology Integration
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
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Everyone on our end has been blown away by the coding organization and readability. The work is nothing short of delightful, and we couldn't have imagined the engagement going this well. They're so good at creating successful software that we quickly expanded the scope to get even more work from them. Their process is organized, their communication is transparent, and their technology management is flawless.

More than $200000
Web and Software Development

Review by Lisa Georgoff

It was pleasure working their outstanding team!

Reviewed by Lisa Georgoff , Administrator at Behind the Knife
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
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Company Rating

This team is fully committed to learning and understanding our business. Combined with their expertise, it allows them to provide professional and effective suggestions. Their grasp on our requirements allowed them to far exceed our expectations. Their project management is super efficient, too. They meet deadlines, send frequent updates, and maintain open communication. Their team is so knowledgeable and friendly, which makes them a pleasure to work with.

More than $200000
Mobile App Development

Review by Eric Cooperman

Happy with their work!

Reviewed by Eric Cooperman , Founder and CEO at Bottle Titan
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Designli's work is fantastic. They provide incredible communication and consistent updates. I always knew exactly what to expect from this project and what would happen next. They provided me with a comprehensive UX/UI design for my app. They also helped me understand which features were the most important to include in my MVP. Communication was a breeze all along the way, too.

$10001 - $25000
UI/UX Designing

Review by Greg Moreno-Earle

Best experience working with them!

Reviewed by Greg Moreno-Earle , CIO at National Trench Safety
5.0 Reliability & Trustworthy
5.0 Quality Of Service
5.0 Creativity & Expertise
5.0 Timelines & Budget
5.0
Overall
Company Rating

Working with Designli has been one of the best experiences of my entire career. Their skills in web design and development have resulted in a site that's easy to use and understand. This team offers the best of all worlds. They have the technical expertise to deliver quality products. They have the design skills to make it beautiful. They have the business sense to make it successful. The team is especially nice to work with because they perform so well under pressure. You can count on them when you need to produce a functional product within a tight schedule.

More than $200000
Web and Software Development

Interviews

Joshua Tucker Interview on TopDevelopers.co

Joshua Tucker, COO & Co- Founder, Designli

Josh is a natural contrarian, and often goes against the crowd when he thinks there’s a better way. That’s when he teamed up with Keith and found his passion for the technical complexities of building and launching new software systems. As the COO of Designli, Josh enjoys learning how customers’ businesses work, then figuring out how to design and implement software to solve their problems.

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Keith Shields Interview on TopDevelopers.co

Keith Shields, Co-founder and CEO, Designli

Keith’s passion lies in creating memorable digital experiences. That’s why he co-founded Designli to help entrepreneurs and growth-minded enterprise executives launch transformative digital products. He helped create Designli’s proprietary SolutionLab, which takes clients from software concepts to fully defined and designed products as efficiently as possible. Connect with Keith when you’re drawing the roadmap for a habit-forming app.

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Location


141 Traction St, Greenville, South Carolina, USA
8645168805

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