Designli Reviews & Provider Details

Helping non-technical founders find peace of mind. If you’re a non-technical founder, chances are you’ve been burned by flaky devs, vague timelines, or code that doesn’t match the prototypes. That’s exactly why we built a model designed for trust. At Designli, we pair non-technical software founders with full-time, founder-aligned product teams. Software engineers, designers, and product owners who don’t just speak code, they speak human. We guide you through every step with clarity, structure, and care. How it works, and what we can build: Starting from Scratch? We turn your idea into a clickable, interactive prototype with a feature roadmap and estimates so you can align co-founders, test the market, or pitch investors before writing a single line of code. No dev required (yet). Recovering from a Bad Build? Our team audits your codebase, cleans up what’s broken, and builds a plan for a second launch you can trust. We don't start over, we step in and make it better, fast. Scaling What You’ve Built? We help you scale with purpose. That means feature roadmaps tied to real metrics and user insights, not gut instinct or guesswork. Each path begins with a dedicated product team assigned full-time to your project. Whether you need a prototype, a clean codebase, or a smarter scaling strategy, we’ll guide you there with clarity, speed, and craftsmanship you’ll be proud of.

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Designli

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Designli Community

Languages Supported

English

Services Offered

Mobile App Development, Software Development, UI / UX Design, WebApp Development, SaaS Development

Locations Serviced

Canada, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, + 2 more

Overview by

Keith Shields (Partner at Designli - a Digital Product Studio in Greenville, SC.)

Pricing

Pricing provided by Designli.

SolutionLab (Product Roadmapping)

$13,800.00

With One-Time Purchase

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Rey M.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

2/26/2026

"Enhances Security and Architecture with Expert Insights"

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

I really appreciated Designli's thoroughness of work. Their technical expertise was incredibly valuable in evaluating my application's code base. They helped me identify vulnerabilities and architecture issues that my developers hadn't previously noticed. I liked that they provided not just technical expertise but also business expertise, seeing the whole picture of what I'm trying to accomplish with my SaaS application. They understand how finding new customers relates to the roadmap and features, and how these inform security decisions and code refactoring. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

It's a bit challenging for me as a solo founder to keep up with the capability of the Designli team when they're all engaged on a project so I would prefer to have the option for smaller engagements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

Designli helped me evaluate and secure my SaaS application, making it enterprise ready. Their technical expertise is invaluable for identifying vulnerabilities and architecture issues my team missed. I value their thoroughness and their holistic approach to aligning my app's roadmap with security decisions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Restaurants

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

2/1/2026

"Solid technical audit for early-stage SaaS"

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

Thorough technical analysis with actionable recommendations. the team communicated clearly and delivered findings on schedule. The Impact Week format provided good value for early-stage validation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

Nothing really. One finding was marked as critical, but was already addressed in our code. Minor issue - overall the assessment was accurate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

Good fit for startups needing an outside technical review before scaling. Come prepared with specific questions about your architecture to maximize the engagement. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

Designli conducted a technical assessment of our SaaS platform, identifying security vulnerabilities and architectural improvements. Their audit helped us prioritize critical fixes before launching pilot programs with enterprise customers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Keith Shields of Designli

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It's been an absolute pleasure working with you - thank you for your trust!

Alex C.

Operations Manager

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/29/2024

"Comprehensive overview of existing application and project workflow."

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

The customer service and robust project management review. Keith has continued to review our project and check in. Their offerings are clear and to the point. Knowing that Designli has an advanced full stack team of developers is reassuring in how we move forward. They can accomplish work in any aspect of what we're looking for. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

We have not encountered anything with Designli that we dislike. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

I would highly recommend taking advantage of their SolutionLab service. This will shed light and breakdown any existing code before moving forward. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

Designli was able to review and analyze an existing proprietary application built in-house with no access to the original developer. They were able to provide insights and details about our previous development that we were not aware of. This was followed by a thorough plan breaking down how we can achieve our goals through a 2 - 3 year plan. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Keith Shields of Designli

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Thank you, Alex, for the kind words! It's been a pleasure collaborating with you and we look forward to the future.

Kevin H.

Senior Software Engineer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/30/2024

"Incredible service"

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

We are very happy with the amount and quality of the work provided in the time quoted. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

We do not have anything bad to say about them. They have been great! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

Trust them! They know what they are doing! Their team did an amazing job of thinking of everything that we did not and bringing us exactly what we wanted. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

We hired Designli to redesign our main product. We needed specialized care with the UX and user journies. Designli outdid themselves. We have been extremely happy with everything they have done. Their team is a delight to work with and Claudiu is especially talented. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Keith Shields of Designli

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Thank you for the kind words, Kevin! It's been great to work with you and your team.

Stijn V.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5/5/2024

"Designli gets it and gets it done!"

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

The Designli team is very well organized, using a very effective and efficient set of tools. They do an incredible job capturing all the messy and chaotic thoughts and ideas and ambitions of the client, and turning them into coherent designs that cover all the needs and requirements in user friendly and elegant ("sexy-looking") ways. They are creative problem solvers, thinking along with the client, and coming up with smart ways to achieve the desired outcomes. There is no need to repeat anything, as they get everything from the first time it is being communicated, whether explicitly or implied. They work in a very focused and efficient manner, and don't need any baby-sitting. Great value for money! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

Engaging Designli is not as cheap as doing it yourself... assuming you'd be able to actually get it done on your own. (I tried... and failed:) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

Make sure to have a clear vision of what you are trying to achieve, and what all functionality and features are important + why. That'll make the process even more efficient and productive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

We needed help translating a complex set of functionalities and features into a functional, easy-to-use, and appealing user interface. Designli was able to capture all of our needs, and translate them into a very well designed and nice looking web application design. This is helping us convey our vision and value proposition to prospective customers and potential investors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Keith Shields of Designli

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Thank you, Stijn, for the kind words! It's been a pleasure to work with you.

Kiana M.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

3/7/2024

"Designli Executed My Idea, Which Created a Better Business Model to Scale"

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

I like their deisgn style, structure, and collaborative-team nature. It was becasue of them taking their time and listening that they made a great prototype for our App, which in turn we were able to raise about $200k from our prortype that they created, which ultimately helped us develop the application to be released onto the App Store. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

I truly don't have any dislikes woth the Desingli team. They can be more expensive comparatively, however they are worth it. Also, they do outsource some of their team, so you will mainly work with the founders, Keith and Joshua, so for us we wanted to have more direct communication with the devolopers and that isn't necesaarily the case with Desingli. Either way, I don't think that makes a difference that's just a personal preference for us at that current time since we were new to the tech space and figuring thinngs out. Designli has 10 stars across the board when it comes to our company. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

Go with Designli for all of your product development needs for your bsuiness. They're smart, efficient, and they really make scaling your crazy ideas posibble. We truly fell in love with our business and solving the problem. They are passionate about what they do and it shows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

When we approached Designli with our idea, there was one disconnect that we were having an hiccup in one of the functionalities in our app that we couldn't get past during our intial call. When we went on our lunch brreak and came back, Joshua and Keith, helped solve and refined the issue that took our idea from good to great. With that, we were able to further build and roadmap a sustainable business model that doesn't interfer the consumer experience but enhances it. They bring a wealth of knowdledge and understadning into product development, and I love how they're able to listen to our ideas and make it better and see the vision of our business. Designli is great for those that who have an idea and a vision for their business, and they will execute and make it better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dan Gower of Designli

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Thank you so much for this thoughtful review, Kiana! It's great that Designlli could capture your vision and help it become a successful app!

Nana Q.

Illustrator/Designer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5/3/2024

"Wonderful and Dedicated Team"

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

They'll walk you through things if you're not familiar with everything, are so kind and great to interact with, and are very invested in my idea. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

I like working with them and have found not found any flaws yet, they're extremely professional and glad I'm going this route instead of a very limited interface. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

They're wonderful to talk to, and suggested so many great features and ways of doing things that I wasn't aware of Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

My system previously had no app blueprint, but they went above and beyond to visualize a great flow for the end user. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Keith Shields of Designli

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Thank you, Nana, for the kind review! We've truly enjoyed working with you and are excited for the future.

Verified User in Consulting

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/31/2023

"Communicate well and clearly set objectives"

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

I really enjoy working with their team. Everyone brings a positive energy to the table. We are actively working together to deliver the first version of our product, which has been an educational experience for our team. We certainly feel in good hands with Designli because our team largely has a business background (not development) and they take the time to explain technical issues to us in a way that is comprehensible and allows for strategic decision making. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

We're still in the middle of our project, and so far things are going well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

If you are considering Designli, I recommend going through one of their SolutionLab sessions. This really helped us crystallize our process and what we need our of a first version of our product. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

Designli is helping us build a managed SaaS platform and respond to customer security questionnaire requests. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dan Gower of Designli

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Thank you for leaving this review. We definitely do value clear communication, and having great clients makes it way easier!

Wyatt S.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

11/9/2023

"It was more than apps for us, it was their approach"

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

I love their onboarding process. Designli provides you with a simple, minimal (but appealing) packet on what to expect throughout their app development process. Sure, profits need to be made for a company to run. But Designli defines people over profits. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

Nothing that comes to mind at this current time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

Be open, and allow yourself to have a vulnerable gut when talking about your product. I say this as Keith and Josh will not just take your money to build something if it doesn't work. This brand is built behind trust and hospitality; be yourself and discuss anything + everything about your idea! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

When I first started working with Designli, I had an initial idea. During their onboarding process, these ideas turned into much more and became a product. And from this product at Designli, became a friendship with both Keith and Josh, the co-founders. I would bet that anybody that has worked with Designli has a very similar experience. Their hospitality, care, and drive, even from the initial consultation call, is so appealing and authentic. They believe in their company's mission. To Designli, it is more than just an app. They help individuals realize their personal potential with their idea. Yes, the Creative Labs are awesome. And the guys/gals know their stuff. And they make the best apps. But what I am so tickled by are the personal touches, the handwritten letters, the follow-ups, their internal organization. This was important to me as a founder because I did not have a system: Designli will create an awesome app, with just enough startup business fundamentals needed for you + company. I worked with Designli in 2018/2019, and have kept up with the company ever since because of how amazing they are. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dan Gower of Designli

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Thanks for your review, Wyatt!

Emily K.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

10/25/2023

"Designli is a very efficient and professional company built by a team of technology experts."

5/5

What do you like best about Designli?

They are well rounded and very patient. They understand our needs and work with us and offer solutions to internal obstacles. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Designli?

Sometimes we have a difficult time agreeing on price. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Designli:

Be prepared before beginning a project with Designli. Have a clear understanding of the scope and make sure everyone is on board. We also recommend having an approved budget in place before beginning a project. The Designli team is ready to work. They work quickly and efficiently so you must be prepared to follow that model. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Designli solving and how is that benefiting you?

We are working with Desigli to improve the disconnect with our company and our customers. When working with Designli we are hoping to provide a better experience for our customers by building out a platform for our customers to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Dan Gower of Designli

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Thank you for taking the time to leave this review, Emily! Working with you has been a terrific experience for Designli, and it's nice to hear that the feeling is mutual. Our team especially enjoys serving yours because you bring clear goals, allowing us to dive right into the most important work.