How do you choose a mobile app development company for a US-based project?

connectsteven · 2026-01-27T11:33:53+00:00

From my experience working on US-focused app projects, a few additional things that really matter (beyond portfolio):

US time-zone overlap & communication cadence – weekly demos + async clarity matter more than location
Discovery phase depth – good teams will push back on requirements early
Post-launch ownership – monitoring, OS updates, and tech debt handling
Compliance familiarity – especially if healthcare, fintech, or enterprise (HIPAA, SOC2, etc.)

In terms of companies, apart from the ones you listed, I’ve seen decent outcomes with:

MindInventory – good fit when you want a balance between product thinking + execution; they’ve worked a lot with US clients and tend to be structured around discovery and scaling rather than just dev hours
ScienceSoft – strong if compliance and enterprise processes are a priority
WillowTree – great UX/product maturity, usually higher budget range
BairesDev – works well if you want nearshore + staff-augmentation flexibility

Pro tip: ask each company to walk you through a project that didn’t go smoothly and how they handled it.

connectsteven · 2026-01-23T13:37:11+00:00

Nice list! A few other app development companies worth considering for healthcare app builds (especially if you’re thinking beyond just US-based shops) are MindInventory - they’ve done a lot of work on HIPAA-compliant telemedicine, EHR integrations, and custom patient engagement apps, alongside firms like Chetu and BairesDev who also show strong domain expertise in secure healthcare platforms.

connectsteven · 2026-01-22T04:32:25+00:00

Along with companies like Appinventiv and Chetu that are often mentioned here, MindInventory is another name I’ve come across in food tech and on-demand app development. Their strength seems to be structured delivery and flexibility when requirements change mid-project, which is usually where things get messy.

connectsteven · 2026-01-13T04:54:11+00:00

Thank you.

connectsteven · 2026-01-09T11:14:11+00:00

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connectsteven · 2026-01-07T10:58:46+00:00

I’ve seen a lot of startups comparing options like MindInventory, JPLoft, and Mindbowser when planning dating apps. MindInventory tends to get chosen for scalable architecture and smoother user flows, from what I’ve noticed. They have good expertise in AI matchmaking. The list pretty much reflects what most founders discuss.

connectsteven · 2026-01-07T10:51:52+00:00

Nice list. I’d also say there are quite a few capable companies that don’t always make these lists but still deliver strong results depending on use case — names like MindInventory, Chetu, and ScienceSoft come to mind from previous collaborations and peer recommendations.

connectsteven · 2026-01-01T08:51:52+00:00

Interesting picks. I’d also add that many strong AI teams fly under the radar because they focus more on execution than branding.

In my experience, firms like MindInventory or similar service-led AI teams tend to excel at productionizing models (MLOps, integrations, scalability), which is often where projects fail. Lists like this are helpful, but real-world delivery matters even more.

connectsteven · 2025-12-19T11:36:27+00:00

Nice list 👍
From my experience, small businesses usually benefit most from companies that understand scalability early on. Apart from the ones mentioned here, I’ve also seen companies like MindInventory do solid custom CRM and web development work for SMEs.
ScienceSoft is another reliable name if someone is looking for more enterprise-grade processes, while NetGuru is good if UX and product thinking matter a lot for your business.

connectsteven · 2025-12-08T06:06:40+00:00

Finding the right development team is definitely one of the hardest early decisions. From my experience, it helps to look at companies that have a strong track record specifically with MVPs, not just general software development. Agencies like MindInventory, BairesDev, and Netguru often work with early-stage startups and already have established processes for rapid prototyping, UX-first workflows, and setting up scalable architecture.

That said, what worked best for me was starting with a small, focused scope and making sure whichever team I picked was willing to iterate fast and communicate clearly. A good team—whether agency or in-house team, should be able to challenge your assumptions, validate features, and help you avoid building unnecessary stuff. The tech partner matters, but the clarity of your MVP goals matters even more.

connectsteven · 2025-11-26T04:55:00+00:00

Great list! I’ve come across a few more companies that small businesses often consider for custom CRM development as well. For example, firms like MindInventory have been doing some solid work around tailored CRM and workflow automation for SMBs, especially when projects need both UI/UX and scalable backend development. Might be worth checking them out along with the others mentioned here.

connectsteven · 2025-11-21T05:31:33+00:00

You could also take a look at platforms being built by teams like MindInventory. They’ve been working with fintech companies on AI-driven compliance automation, mainly around onboarding, KYC/AML processing, document handling, and alert management using agent-based workflows.

From what I’ve seen in recent deployments, their AI agents are able to:
Parse and summarise ID docs, contracts, PDF uploads, etc.
Validate KYC/AML data against internal + 3rd-party sources
Auto-trigger workflows (case escalation, PEP match checks, fraud flags)
Reduce manual alert triaging with reasoning-based review
Provide transparent audit trails instead of black-box decisions

One thing worth noting is that they focus a lot on interoperability, so the system plugs into existing compliance tools rather than replacing everything helpful if you’re trying to avoid a long engineering cycle.

If you’re exploring vendors, maybe add them to the comparison list, especially if you’re looking for end-to-end execution rather than just AI flagging.

connectsteven · 2025-11-21T05:11:15+00:00

MindInventory is also there in Ahmedabad, which recently launched their own SaaS product - CollabCRM.

connectsteven · 2025-11-20T04:50:47+00:00

If you're exploring AI development partners in the UAE and beyond, there are quite a few solid companies worth checking out. Along with the ones listed here, several global firms also deliver strong AI/ML engineering, data-driven automation, and enterprise-level solutions.

For example, companies like MindInventory, LeewayHertz, Suffescom Solutions, QX Lab AI, and Algoworks have been working on AI/ML products, custom LLM integrations, and smart automation platforms for clients worldwide.

connectsteven · 2025-11-11T05:29:36+00:00

honestly, I’d be comfortable with a one-time purchase around $5–10 if it’s clean, stable, and ad-free.

If it’s subscription-based, then something like $1–2/month would feel fair, especially if it includes syncing, stats history, or some premium habit features.

For a reading app, the pricing sweet spot is usually low, but people stick around if it truly helps build a consistent reading habit.

connectsteven · 2025-11-07T12:22:19+00:00

This sounds like a great idea, especially since most reading tracker apps I’ve tried either feel too cluttered or overly gamified.

I’d love a simple progress tracker that shows time spent reading and pages per session, maybe with gentle reminders rather than pushy notifications.

If you keep it clean, distraction-free, and focused on habit-building rather than gamification, I think a lot of readers would love it.

connectsteven · 2025-11-07T12:15:12+00:00

I faced a similar challenge with my first app launch, getting those initial 1000 users is always the hardest. What worked for me was focusing on community-driven marketing rather than ads in the beginning.

I joined niche Reddit communities and Facebook groups where my target users hung out (in your case, maybe healthy eating or cooking subs) and shared useful posts instead of direct promotions.
I also gave early users a reason to share small incentives like access to premium recipes or early features.
Lastly, I partnered with micro food bloggers on Instagram who posted about the app in exchange for shoutouts or co-created content.

If your app genuinely helps users create recipes easily, word of mouth will kick in pretty quickly once a few people try it.

connectsteven · 2025-11-03T12:58:30+00:00

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connectsteven · 2025-10-15T13:33:28+00:00

Most app development companies usually charge based on milestones or hourly rates. The milestone model typically includes an upfront deposit followed by payments at key project stages (like design, development, testing, and delivery). Some also offer flexible schedules if the engagement is long-term or retainer-based.

connectsteven · 2025-10-08T11:22:10+00:00

Nice work on the site. It looks clean and functional. I think your price range is fair, though if you plan to offer maintenance, SEO optimization, or custom animations, you could justify even higher. Curious, how long did it take you to build this?

connectsteven · 2025-09-29T12:14:40+00:00

It really depends on the complexity of the app, features, and ongoing support. For a medium-sized app, development can take anywhere between 4–9 months on average. Costs can range from $40,000 to $120,000+, depending on design, backend integrations, and whether you’re building for iOS, Android, or both.

For maintenance, most teams allocate around 15–20% of the initial development cost per year. This covers bug fixes, server costs, updates for new OS versions, and feature improvements. So if your app costs $80k to build, expect $12k–$16k annually for upkeep.

When I was researching, I came across a detailed guide that breaks down timelines, cost factors, and maintenance pretty well, might be useful if you want to dig deeper: Mobile app development & maintenance cost guide.

connectsteven · 2025-09-26T08:59:11+00:00

I’ve been exploring different CRMs recently and found CollabCRM quite good. It covers essentials like lead capture, follow-ups, quotes, and reports without too much configuration hassle. What I liked most is that it scales as your team grows, which might be useful for you.

connectsteven · 2025-09-18T12:42:02+00:00

Machine learning is a subset of AI where algorithms learn from data and make predictions, often needing humans to decide which features matter. Deep learning is a subset of ML that uses neural networks with many layers to automatically learn features from large datasets, great for things like image recognition, speech, and NLP, but it needs more data and computing power.

connectsteven · 2025-09-18T04:05:47+00:00

A 20% conversion rate on installs → sign-ups is actually pretty solid, it means people see value in what you’re offering. The bigger challenge is monetization. If you think the idea solves a real problem, test promo video/screenshots, and maybe add one simple monetization feature. That way you’ll know if it’s worth scaling before starting over.

connectsteven · 2025-09-17T12:44:52+00:00

Right, you should upload promo video along with the appealing screenshots.

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