Phocas

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Founded:
1999
Hourly Rates:
$150 - $199 / hr
Employees:
10 - 49
Avg. Project Cost:
$25,000+
Ratings:
4.1 9 Reviews

Services

  • Mobile App Development
  • VR App Development
  • Wearable App Development
  • Enterprise App Modernization
  • Cross Platform App Development

Industries Served

Travel & Hospitality Manufacturing Government & Public Sector Mining & Metals Sports & Fitness Real Estate Logistics & Supply Chain

Where We Specialize

13% Bot Development
Bot Development 13%
No Code/ Low Code 11%
Wearable 11%
Mobile App Development 10%
Software Development 10%
Web3 10%
Big Data Analytics 10%
Web Development 8%
AI Development 7%
Virtual Reality 7%
Cross Platform 3%

Industry Expertise

Travel57% Hospitality43%

Typical Project Size

44% Small Business
30% Midmarket Business
26% Enterprise

About

Phocas works with clients to plan, build, and ship digital products. The company's main offerings are Mobile App Development and AR/VR Development. With 10 - 49 people on staff, Phocas can take on projects of varying size. Clients can expect pricing around $150 - $199/hr, with projects averaging about $10,000. Overall, Phocas is one of the options worth shortlisting for a technology project.

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Good value and a team that genuinely cares about the result

Pieter van der Merwe / CTO | Sep 09, 2026

The project went well overall. They took the time to understand our business before suggesting anything, which we appreciated after previous agencies jumped straight into building. Even with the time zone difference, responses usually came the same day and we never felt left in the dark. They shared working builds regularly, so we could test early and give feedback before things were locked in.

We launched on schedule and have not had any major issues since. Estimates on a few features were optimistic and those took longer than planned. Overall, a team we trust and plan to keep working with.

Project summary

We engaged Phocas to rebuild an internal order management system that had outgrown its original design. They also took care of integrations with a couple of third-party tools we already used. We worked together for around 8 months.

  • Overall Rating 4.0
  • Quality 4.0
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 3.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Software Development
Project Cost:
$150,000 to $499,999
Project Duration:
Dec 2025 - Aug 2026
Business Type:
Travel & Hospitality
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We're a mid-sized Travel & Hospitality company based in Johannesburg, South Africa. I'm the CTO and I oversaw the project from start to finish.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We needed to rebuild an internal order management system that had outgrown its original design, and we didn't have the in-house capacity to do it ourselves.
What services did the company provide for your project?
End-to-end Software Development — from requirements and design through to deployment and a support period afterwards.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
They had relevant experience in Travel & Hospitality and their proposal was the clearest of the ones we received.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Well. There were a couple of points we had to clarify early on, but after that they were spot on.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Good. Weekly calls, regular updates and a shared board meant we always knew where things stood.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Mostly. One milestone slipped by about a week, but the final delivery was on schedule and the budget held.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Our team saves several hours a week, and we have had very few issues since launch.
What did you like most about working with this company?
How easy they were to work with. They were responsive, honest and genuinely interested in our success.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Yes, I've already recommended them to a couple of people I know.

Great team to work with — professional, responsive and reliable

Callum Evans / Head of Digital Transformation | Aug 17, 2026

We were happy with the final result. The developers were knowledgeable and made a few suggestions that ended up saving us time and money. We dealt with the same core team throughout, so we did not have to keep re-explaining things. They were upfront about what was realistic within our budget, which helped us prioritise the right features.

The AI & Machine Learning work has already made a noticeable difference — tasks that used to take hours now take minutes. We had to follow up a few times on smaller bug fixes after launch. We would definitely work with them again.

Project summary

We partnered with Phocas to automate document data extraction that our team was doing by hand. Scope included discovery workshops, development in two-week sprints and a short support period after launch. The engagement ran for about 9 months.

  • Overall Rating 4.0
  • Quality 4.0
  • Schedule 4.0
  • Project Cost 4.0
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
AI & Machine Learning
Project Cost:
$50,000 to $149,999
Project Duration:
Oct 2025 - Jul 2026
Business Type:
Manufacturing
Location:
Bristol, UK

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I'm the Head of Digital Transformation at Beacon Components, a Manufacturing company based in Bristol, UK. I look after our technology and work closely with outside partners on bigger projects.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our existing setup was holding us back. We wanted to automate document data extraction that our team was doing by hand before our busy season.
What services did the company provide for your project?
End-to-end AI & Machine Learning — from requirements and design through to deployment and a support period afterwards.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
A colleague recommended them, and our first calls confirmed they understood what we needed.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
They understood our goals quickly, partly because they had worked with Manufacturing clients before.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Organised and transparent. Their project manager kept the project on track and flagged risks early.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes. The only extra cost came from features we added ourselves, and they quoted those fairly.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Our team saves several hours a week, and we have had very few issues since launch.
What did you like most about working with this company?
Their attention to detail and the quality of the final product.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Definitely. We have already started talking about the next phase.

Delivered on time and stayed involved after launch

Mark Johnson / Owner | May 03, 2026

We were very happy with how this project went. Their project manager kept things organised and was quick to flag anything that might affect the timeline. They were upfront about what was realistic within our budget, which helped us prioritise the right features.

We launched on schedule and have not had any major issues since. We are already discussing the next phase with them.

Project summary

Phocas was brought in to build a demand forecasting model on top of our sales data. The work covered requirements, design, development, testing and launch support. The project took roughly 7 months from kickoff to launch.

  • Overall Rating 4.5
  • Quality 4.0
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 4.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
AI & Machine Learning
Project Cost:
$10,000 to $49,999
Project Duration:
Aug 2025 - Mar 2026
Business Type:
Government & Public Sector
Location:
San Diego, USA

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We're a mid-sized Government & Public Sector company based in San Diego, USA. I'm the Owner and I oversaw the project from start to finish.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We needed to build a demand forecasting model on top of our sales data, and we didn't have the in-house capacity to do it ourselves.
What services did the company provide for your project?
AI & Machine Learning, including planning, development, testing and launch support.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
Their pricing was fair and they were honest about timelines instead of just telling us what we wanted to hear.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Well. There were a couple of points we had to clarify early on, but after that they were spot on.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Communication was good overall and improved further once we settled into a routine.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes. The only extra cost came from features we added ourselves, and they quoted those fairly.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
We can now handle more volume without adding staff, which was the main goal.
What did you like most about working with this company?
The consistency. Same team, same standard, from the first week to the last.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Definitely. We have already started talking about the next phase.

A reliable long-term partner for our tech needs

Mitch Nguyen / Founder | Apr 18, 2026

We were happy with the final result. Even with the time zone difference, responses usually came the same day and we never felt left in the dark. They took the time to understand our business before suggesting anything, which we appreciated after previous agencies jumped straight into building.

The Data & Analytics work has already made a noticeable difference — tasks that used to take hours now take minutes. Estimates on a few features were optimistic and those took longer than planned. We would definitely work with them again.

Project summary

We partnered with Phocas to clean up and consolidate customer data spread across several systems. Scope included discovery workshops, development in two-week sprints and a short support period after launch. The project took roughly 4 months from kickoff to launch.

  • Overall Rating 4.0
  • Quality 3.5
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 4.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Data & Analytics
Project Cost:
$50,000 to $149,999
Project Duration:
Oct 2025 - Feb 2026
Business Type:
Mining & Metals
Location:
Brisbane, Australia

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
Summit Minerals Pty Ltd is a Mining & Metals business in Brisbane, Australia. As Founder, I was responsible for this project on our side and the main contact for Phocas.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our team was spending too much time on manual work. The goal was to clean up and consolidate customer data spread across several systems so they could focus on customers.
What services did the company provide for your project?
End-to-end Data & Analytics — from requirements and design through to deployment and a support period afterwards.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
They had relevant experience in Mining & Metals and their proposal was the clearest of the ones we received.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Very well. They asked a lot of questions upfront and turned our rough ideas into a clear plan.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Very responsive. We usually heard back the same day, even with the time difference.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, on time and within budget.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Our team saves several hours a week, and we have had very few issues since launch.
What did you like most about working with this company?
How easy they were to work with. They were responsive, honest and genuinely interested in our success.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Yes. They are a reliable Data & Analytics partner.

Professional team that made a complex project feel manageable

Bec O'Brien / VP of Engineering | Mar 30, 2026

Honestly, this was one of the smoothest projects we have run with an outside team. The developers were knowledgeable and made a few suggestions that ended up saving us time and money. Even with the time zone difference, responses usually came the same day and we never felt left in the dark. They were upfront about what was realistic within our budget, which helped us prioritise the right features.

It has made a real difference to how our team works day to day.

If you need a team that communicates well and delivers, they are a good choice.

Project summary

Our company worked with Phocas to build a quick MVP on a low-code stack to test our idea. They also took care of integrations with a couple of third-party tools we already used. The engagement ran for about 6 months.

  • Overall Rating 4.5
  • Quality 4.5
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 4.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Low-Code / No-Code Development
Project Cost:
$500,000+
Project Duration:
Aug 2025 - Feb 2026
Business Type:
Sports & Fitness
Location:
Gold Coast, Australia

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
Cobalt Sports Pty Ltd is a Sports & Fitness business in Gold Coast, Australia. As VP of Engineering, I was responsible for this project on our side and the main contact for Phocas.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our existing setup was holding us back. We wanted to build a quick MVP on a low-code stack to test our idea before our busy season.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Mainly Low-Code / No-Code Development. They also helped with the technical planning and a few integrations with our existing tools.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
Their pricing was fair and they were honest about timelines instead of just telling us what we wanted to hear.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Better than we expected. They pointed out a few things we had not thought about.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Very responsive. We usually heard back the same day, even with the time difference.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, on time and within budget.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
It is still early, but the numbers are trending in the right direction and the system has been stable.
What did you like most about working with this company?
How easy they were to work with. They were responsive, honest and genuinely interested in our success.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Definitely. We have already started talking about the next phase.

Solid delivery, though timelines needed some pushing

Saud Al Harbi / VP of Engineering | Mar 25, 2026

The final product works well for us, although the process could have been smoother. They took the time to understand our business before suggesting anything, which we appreciated after previous agencies jumped straight into building. They were upfront about what was realistic within our budget, which helped us prioritise the right features.

The Data & Analytics work has already made a noticeable difference — tasks that used to take hours now take minutes. Their team changed one developer midway, which slowed things down for a couple of weeks. We are already discussing the next phase with them.

Project summary

Phocas was brought in to clean up and consolidate customer data spread across several systems. They also took care of integrations with a couple of third-party tools we already used. We worked together for around 2 months.

  • Overall Rating 4.0
  • Quality 3.5
  • Schedule 3.5
  • Project Cost 3.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Data & Analytics
Project Cost:
$500,000+
Project Duration:
Nov 2025 - Jan 2026
Business Type:
Real Estate
Location:
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I work as VP of Engineering at Northgate Estates Co. We operate in Real Estate and most of our customers are in and around Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We had tried to do this internally and it stalled. We needed specialists to clean up and consolidate customer data spread across several systems.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Data & Analytics, plus QA and some consulting on how to structure the project.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
They had relevant experience in Real Estate and their proposal was the clearest of the ones we received.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Well. There were a couple of points we had to clarify early on, but after that they were spot on.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Good. Weekly calls, regular updates and a shared board meant we always knew where things stood.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, on time and within budget.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Our team saves several hours a week, and we have had very few issues since launch.
What did you like most about working with this company?
How easy they were to work with. They were responsive, honest and genuinely interested in our success.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Yes. They are a reliable Data & Analytics partner.

They listened, asked the right questions, and delivered

Conor O'Connor / Head of Product | Mar 05, 2026

We were happy with the final result. Even with the time zone difference, responses usually came the same day and we never felt left in the dark. Communication was consistent. We had a weekly call, a shared Slack channel and a project board we could check at any time. We dealt with the same core team throughout, so we did not have to keep re-explaining things.

The Web Development work has already made a noticeable difference — tasks that used to take hours now take minutes. There were some early misunderstandings on requirements that took a few rounds to sort out. We would definitely work with them again.

Project summary

We hired Phocas to rebuild a slow, outdated web app and move it to a new framework. The work covered requirements, design, development, testing and launch support. Overall it was a 5-month engagement.

  • Overall Rating 4.0
  • Quality 4.0
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 4.0
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Web Development
Project Cost:
$50,000 to $149,999
Project Duration:
Jul 2025 - Dec 2025
Business Type:
Logistics & Supply Chain
Location:
Cork, Ireland

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I work as Head of Product at Clearfield Transport Ltd. We operate in Logistics & Supply Chain and most of our customers are in and around Cork, Ireland.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We had tried to do this internally and it stalled. We needed specialists to rebuild a slow, outdated web app and move it to a new framework.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Mainly Web Development. They also helped with the technical planning and a few integrations with our existing tools.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
They had relevant experience in Logistics & Supply Chain and their proposal was the clearest of the ones we received.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
They understood our goals quickly, partly because they had worked with Logistics & Supply Chain clients before.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Organised and transparent. Their project manager kept the project on track and flagged risks early.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes. The only extra cost came from features we added ourselves, and they quoted those fairly.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
It is still early, but the numbers are trending in the right direction and the system has been stable.
What did you like most about working with this company?
The consistency. Same team, same standard, from the first week to the last.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Yes, I've already recommended them to a couple of people I know.

Capable Mobile App Development team — happy with the end result

Maya MacDonald / Co-Founder | Feb 21, 2026

Overall the project was a success, though it was not without some challenges. They took the time to understand our business before suggesting anything, which we appreciated after previous agencies jumped straight into building. When we changed our minds on a couple of features halfway through, they handled it without fuss and were clear about the impact on cost and timeline. They shared working builds regularly, so we could test early and give feedback before things were locked in.

The result looks great and performs well, and our internal team found it easy to take over. Their team changed one developer midway, which slowed things down for a couple of weeks.

Happy to recommend them.

Project summary

Phocas was brought in to develop a field-staff app with offline mode that syncs back to our main system. Their team handled planning, development and QA, with our product owner signing off each milestone. We worked together for around 5 months.

  • Overall Rating 3.5
  • Quality 3.5
  • Schedule 3.5
  • Project Cost 3.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Mobile App Development
Project Cost:
$10,000 to $49,999
Project Duration:
Aug 2025 - Jan 2026
Business Type:
Logistics & Supply Chain
Location:
Montreal, Canada

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I work as Co-Founder at Clearfield Supply. We operate in Logistics & Supply Chain and most of our customers are in and around Montreal, Canada.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our existing setup was holding us back. We wanted to develop a field-staff app with offline mode that syncs back to our main system before our busy season.
What services did the company provide for your project?
End-to-end Mobile App Development — from requirements and design through to deployment and a support period afterwards.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
We compared three or four agencies. Phocas asked the best questions and had good reviews from past clients.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Well. There were a couple of points we had to clarify early on, but after that they were spot on.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Communication was good overall and improved further once we settled into a routine.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
It was delivered on time, and the final invoice matched the original estimate.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Our team saves several hours a week, and we have had very few issues since launch.
What did you like most about working with this company?
The consistency. Same team, same standard, from the first week to the last.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Definitely. We have already started talking about the next phase.

Solid Blockchain Development Work With Clear Communication Throughout

Vikram Bose / Program Manager | Jan 09, 2026

Our experience with Phocas was really positive from start to finish. The developers were knowledgeable and made a few suggestions that ended up saving us time and money. Communication was consistent. We had a weekly call, a shared Slack channel and a project board we could check at any time. The team asked a lot of questions early on, which felt slow at first but meant there were very few surprises later.

Since launch, everything has been stable and our team has adapted to it quickly.

Overall, a team we trust and plan to keep working with.

Project summary

Phocas was brought in to build a supply chain traceability prototype on a permissioned blockchain. They also took care of integrations with a couple of third-party tools we already used. The engagement ran for about 3 months.

  • Overall Rating 4.5
  • Quality 4.5
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 4.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Blockchain Development
Project Cost:
$500,000+
Project Duration:
Sep 2025 - Dec 2025
Business Type:
Government & Public Sector
Location:
Kolkata, India

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I work as Program Manager at Harborview Civic Solutions Pvt Ltd. We operate in Government & Public Sector and most of our customers are in and around Kolkata, India.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We had tried to do this internally and it stalled. We needed specialists to build a supply chain traceability prototype on a permissioned blockchain.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Blockchain Development, including planning, development, testing and launch support.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
They had relevant experience in Government & Public Sector and their proposal was the clearest of the ones we received.
How clearly did the company understand your requirements and business goals?
Very well. They asked a lot of questions upfront and turned our rough ideas into a clear plan.
How was your overall experience with their communication and project management?
Very responsive. We usually heard back the same day, even with the time difference.
Did the company deliver the project on time and within your expected budget?
Yes, on time and within budget.
What tangible results or business impact have you seen since the project was completed?
Our team saves several hours a week, and we have had very few issues since launch.
What did you like most about working with this company?
That they were proactive — they suggested improvements instead of just doing what was asked.
Would you recommend this company to others, and would you work with them again?
Yes, I would recommend them and we plan to work with them again.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about our specialized technology solutions? We have the answers to help you make informed decisions.

Phocas has delivered projects across a range of different industries, including Information Technology, Energy & Utilities, Environmental Services, Advertising & Marketing and Education.

Generally, yes — companies like Phocas tend to work well with startups because of what they typically offer: MVP builds, product strategy input, architecture that can scale later, and dedicated teams that keep costs manageable while still moving fast. For context, it has experience across industries such as Information Technology, Energy & Utilities, Environmental Services, Advertising & Marketing and Education, and it has been operating since 1999.

When you're weighing up a software partner such as Phocas, it's worth looking past the pitch and checking the portfolio, what past clients say, relevant industry background, technical range, how they communicate, pricing structure, project management style, and what support looks like after launch. For context, it has experience across industries such as Information Technology, Energy & Utilities, Environmental Services, Advertising & Marketing and Education, and it has been operating since 1999.

That depends on where Phocas is based and who they primarily serve — some firms like this operate fully offshore, some are local-first, and plenty run a hybrid model that mixes both. For context, its listed capabilities span Mobile App Development, Cross Platform App Development, Wearable App Development, VR App Development and Enterprise App Modernization, and its typical hourly rate is around $150 - $199.

Usually, yes — a dedicated developer arrangement is a common option with firms like Phocas, where you get engineers working exclusively on your project as an extension of your in-house team rather than as a separate outsourced unit. For context, it has experience across industries such as Information Technology, Energy & Utilities, Environmental Services, Advertising & Marketing and Education, and it has been operating since 1999.

Most companies structured like Phocas give you a choice between a fixed-price contract, a dedicated team arrangement, or time-and-materials billing, so you can pick whichever lines up with your budget and how well-defined your scope already is. For context, it has experience across industries such as Information Technology, Energy & Utilities, Environmental Services, Advertising & Marketing and Education, and it has been operating since 1999.

Plenty of modern software teams, Phocas included, now build real AI and machine learning features — chatbots, predictive models, computer vision, and automation that goes beyond simple rule-based scripts. For context, it has experience across industries such as Information Technology, Energy & Utilities, Environmental Services, Advertising & Marketing and Education, and it has been operating since 1999.

Most professional shops, including Phocas, expect to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement before getting into specifics — it's a fairly standard ask and a reasonable one to make before sharing anything sensitive. For context, its listed capabilities span Mobile App Development, Cross Platform App Development, Wearable App Development, VR App Development and Enterprise App Modernization, and it reports a team size of 10 - 49 professionals.

It's a common line of work for a company like Phocas — multi-tenant architecture, subscription billing hooked up properly, and cloud-native deployment built for a product meant to scale as a service rather than a one-off build. For context, it has experience across industries such as Information Technology, Energy & Utilities, Environmental Services, Advertising & Marketing and Education, and it reports a team size of 10 - 49 professionals.
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