Riff Design UK

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Founded:
2014
Hourly Rates:
$50 - $99 / hr
Employees:
2 - 9
Ratings:
4.5 10 Reviews

Industries Served

Automotive Aerospace & Defense Financial Services Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology Logistics & Supply Chain Legal Services Retail & E-commerce Government & Public Sector

Where We Specialize

16% Mobile App Development
Mobile App Development 16%
Bot Development 14%
Cloud Computing Services 13%
Ruby on Rails 13%
Virtual Reality 12%
Implementation Services 7%
Web Development 6%
Game Development 6%
CRM Consulting 6%
Software Development 5%
AI Development 2%

Industry Expertise

Education65% Retail35%

Typical Project Size

44% Enterprise
37% Midmarket Business
19% Small Business

About

Riff Design UK works with clients to plan, build, and ship digital products. Riff Design UK focuses on Digital Marketing. Riff Design UK employs 2 - 9 people. Projects are generally billed around $50 - $99 / hr/hr. This gives a quick snapshot of what to expect when working with Riff Design UK.

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Easy to work with and very transparent on timelines and cost

Fatima Al Nuaimi / Managing Director | Jul 24, 2026

I would rate this engagement highly on almost every front. The developers were knowledgeable and made a few suggestions that ended up saving us time and money. 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.

The result looks great and performs well, and our internal team found it easy to take over. I would recommend Riff Design UK to anyone looking for a dependable Game Development partner.

Project summary

We hired Riff Design UK to port our game to new platforms and improve performance. They also took care of integrations with a couple of third-party tools we already used. The project took roughly 2 months from kickoff to launch.

  • Overall Rating 4.5
  • Quality 5.0
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 4.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Game Development
Project Cost:
Less than $10,000
Project Duration:
Mar 2026 - May 2026
Business Type:
Automotive
Location:
Sharjah, UAE

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I work as Managing Director at Trueline Motors FZ-LLC. We operate in Automotive and most of our customers are in and around Sharjah, UAE.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We needed to port our game to new platforms and improve performance, and we didn't have the in-house capacity to do it ourselves.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Game Development, including planning, development, testing and launch support.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
We compared three or four agencies. Riff Design UK asked the best questions and had good reviews from past clients.
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?
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?
We can now handle more volume without adding staff, which was the main goal.
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?
Yes, I would recommend them and we plan to work with them again.

Reliable Mobile App Development Partner That Delivered What They Promised

Lauren Reed / Head of Digital Transformation | Jul 08, 2026

Our experience with Riff Design UK was really positive from start to finish. They were upfront about what was realistic within our budget, which helped us prioritise the right features. Their project manager kept things organised and was quick to flag anything that might affect the timeline.

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

Project summary

We hired Riff Design UK to rebuild our existing mobile app, which had poor reviews and frequent crashes. They worked alongside our in-house team, which mostly handled business requirements and testing. We worked together for around 7 months.

  • Overall Rating 4.5
  • Quality 4.5
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 4.0
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Mobile App Development
Project Cost:
$500,000+
Project Duration:
Oct 2025 - May 2026
Business Type:
Aerospace & Defense
Location:
Minneapolis, USA

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
Greenfield Aerospace LLC is a Aerospace & Defense business in Minneapolis, USA. As Head of Digital Transformation, I was responsible for this project on our side and the main contact for Riff Design UK.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We needed to rebuild our existing mobile app, which had poor reviews and frequent crashes, 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 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?
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?
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?
We can now handle more volume without adding staff, which was the main goal.
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.

Solid Mobile App Development Work With Clear Communication Throughout

Josh Wilson / Product Manager | Jun 27, 2026

I would rate this engagement highly on almost every front. The developers were knowledgeable and made a few suggestions that ended up saving us time and money. They shared working builds regularly, so we could test early and give feedback before things were locked in. We dealt with the same core team throughout, so we did not have to keep re-explaining things.

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

We partnered with Riff Design UK to rebuild our existing mobile app, which had poor reviews and frequent crashes. Their team handled planning, development and QA, with our product owner signing off each milestone. The project took roughly 7 months from kickoff to launch.

  • Overall Rating 5.0
  • Quality 5.0
  • Schedule 5.0
  • Project Cost 5.0
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Mobile App Development
Project Cost:
$150,000 to $499,999
Project Duration:
Nov 2025 - Jun 2026
Business Type:
Financial Services
Location:
Auckland, New Zealand

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I work as Product Manager at Trueline Lending. We operate in Financial Services and most of our customers are in and around Auckland, New Zealand.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We needed to rebuild our existing mobile app, which had poor reviews and frequent crashes, and we didn't have the in-house capacity to do it ourselves.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Mobile App Development, 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 Financial Services and their proposal was the clearest of the ones we received.
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?
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?
Customer feedback has been positive, and we have seen better engagement since going live.
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 would recommend them and we plan to work with them again.

Delivered on time and stayed involved after launch

Georgia Murphy / Product Manager | Jun 05, 2026

Overall we had a good experience working with Riff Design UK. Their project manager kept things organised and was quick to flag anything that might affect the timeline. They shared working builds regularly, so we could test early and give feedback before things were locked in. Even with the time zone difference, responses usually came the same day and we never felt left in the dark.

We launched on schedule and have not had any major issues since. A couple of milestones slipped by a week or so, mostly around testing.

Happy to recommend them.

Project summary

We hired Riff Design UK to review our technology setup and give us a roadmap for the next two years. They worked alongside our in-house team, which mostly handled business requirements and testing. Overall it was a 4-month engagement.

  • Overall Rating 4.0
  • Quality 3.5
  • Schedule 4.0
  • Project Cost 4.0
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
IT Consulting
Project Cost:
$50,000 to $149,999
Project Duration:
Dec 2025 - Apr 2026
Business Type:
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Location:
Melbourne, Australia

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
Clearfield Bio Pty Ltd is a Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology business in Melbourne, Australia. As Product Manager, I was responsible for this project on our side and the main contact for Riff Design UK.
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 review our technology setup and give us a roadmap for the next two years so they could focus on customers.
What services did the company provide for your project?
End-to-end IT Consulting — 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 Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology clients before.
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?
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?
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?
Yes, I've already recommended them to a couple of people I know.

Honest advice and solid execution

Thabo Naidoo / Product Manager | May 25, 2026

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

Since launch, everything has been stable and our team has adapted to it quickly. Their team changed one developer midway, which slowed things down for a couple of weeks.

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

Project summary

Riff Design UK was brought in to build iOS and Android apps for our customers, including booking, payments and push notifications. 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 4.0
  • Quality 4.0
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 3.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Mobile App Development
Project Cost:
$50,000 to $149,999
Project Duration:
Feb 2026 - May 2026
Business Type:
Logistics & Supply Chain
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I'm the Product Manager at Ironwood Supply (Pty) Ltd, a Logistics & Supply Chain company based in Cape Town, South Africa. 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?
We had tried to do this internally and it stalled. We needed specialists to build iOS and Android apps for our customers, including booking, payments and push notifications.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Mobile App Development, 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?
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?
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?
Yes, I would recommend them and we plan to work with them again.

Solid Cloud Services Work With Clear Communication Throughout

Megan Hayes / Director of IT | May 20, 2026

Our experience with Riff Design UK was really positive from start to finish. The team asked a lot of questions early on, which felt slow at first but meant there were very few surprises later. 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. We dealt with the same core team throughout, so we did not have to keep re-explaining things.

We are already seeing better numbers than before the project.

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

Project summary

We hired Riff Design UK to move our application to Azure and set up proper backups and monitoring. Their team handled planning, development and QA, with our product owner signing off each milestone. The project took roughly 8 months from kickoff to launch.

  • Overall Rating 5.0
  • Quality 5.0
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 5.0
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Cloud Services
Project Cost:
$500,000+
Project Duration:
Aug 2025 - Apr 2026
Business Type:
Legal Services
Location:
Phoenix, USA

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
Evergreen Partners Inc is a Legal Services business in Phoenix, USA. As Director of IT, I was responsible for this project on our side and the main contact for Riff Design UK.
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 move our application to Azure and set up proper backups and monitoring so they could focus on customers.
What services did the company provide for your project?
End-to-end Cloud Services — from requirements and design through to deployment and a support period afterwards.
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?
They understood our goals quickly, partly because they had worked with Legal Services 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, on time and within budget.
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?
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.

Great team to work with — professional, responsive and reliable

Derek Morgan / Director of IT | Mar 21, 2026

We were very happy with how this project went. They shared working builds regularly, so we could test early and give feedback before things were locked in. Their project manager kept things organised and was quick to flag anything that might affect the timeline. The team asked a lot of questions early on, which felt slow at first but meant there were very few surprises later.

The result looks great and performs well, and our internal team found it easy to take over. Overall, a team we trust and plan to keep working with.

Project summary

Our company worked with Riff Design UK to develop a casual mobile game from concept to launch. Their team handled planning, development and QA, with our product owner signing off each milestone. The project took roughly 3 months from kickoff to launch.

  • Overall Rating 5.0
  • Quality 5.0
  • Schedule 5.0
  • Project Cost 5.0
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Game Development
Project Cost:
$500,000+
Project Duration:
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Business Type:
Retail & E-commerce
Location:
Minneapolis, USA

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
We're a mid-sized Retail & E-commerce company based in Minneapolis, USA. I'm the Director of IT and I oversaw the project from start to finish.
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 develop a casual mobile game from concept to launch.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Game Development, including planning, development, testing and launch support.
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?
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?
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?
Customer feedback has been positive, and we have seen better engagement since going live.
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?
Definitely. We have already started talking about the next phase.

Good results, communication improved as the project went on

Saud Al Qahtani / Head of Digital | Feb 17, 2026

Overall the project was a success, though it was not without some challenges. Their project manager kept things organised and was quick to flag anything that might affect the timeline. They took the time to understand our business before suggesting anything, which we appreciated after previous agencies jumped straight into building. The team asked a lot of questions early on, which felt slow at first but meant there were very few surprises later.

The Web Development 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 are already discussing the next phase with them.

Project summary

We hired Riff Design UK 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 2-month engagement.

  • Overall Rating 3.5
  • Quality 3.5
  • Schedule 3.5
  • Project Cost 3.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Web Development
Project Cost:
$150,000 to $499,999
Project Duration:
Oct 2025 - Dec 2025
Business Type:
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
Horizon Bio Co is a Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology business in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As Head of Digital, I was responsible for this project on our side and the main contact for Riff Design UK.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
Our existing setup was holding us back. We wanted to rebuild a slow, outdated web app and move it to a new framework before our busy season.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Web Development, plus QA and some consulting on how to structure the project.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
We compared three or four agencies. Riff Design UK asked the best questions and had good reviews from past clients.
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?
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?
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

Sam Ahmed / IT Director | Feb 04, 2026

Honestly, this was one of the smoothest projects we have run with an outside team. 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. Communication was consistent. We had a weekly call, a shared Slack channel and a project board we could check at any time.

Since launch, everything has been stable and our team has adapted to it quickly. We would definitely work with them again.

Project summary

Riff Design UK was brought in to rebuild our existing mobile app, which had poor reviews and frequent crashes. The work covered requirements, design, development, testing and launch support. Overall it was a 4-month engagement.

  • Overall Rating 4.5
  • Quality 4.5
  • Schedule 4.5
  • Project Cost 4.5
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Mobile App Development
Project Cost:
$150,000 to $499,999
Project Duration:
Aug 2025 - Dec 2025
Business Type:
Government & Public Sector
Location:
Cardiff, UK

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
I'm the IT Director at Beacon Council Services Ltd, a Government & Public Sector company based in Cardiff, 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 team was spending too much time on manual work. The goal was to rebuild our existing mobile app, which had poor reviews and frequent crashes so they could focus on customers.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Mobile App Development, including planning, development, testing and launch support.
Why did you choose this company over other providers you considered?
We compared three or four agencies. Riff Design UK asked the best questions and had good reviews from past clients.
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?
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?
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?
Customer feedback has been positive, and we have seen better engagement since going live.
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?
Yes, I've already recommended them to a couple of people I know.

Reliable Cloud Services Partner That Delivered What They Promised

Ruben Bakker / Managing Director | Jan 24, 2026

Riff Design UK did an excellent job for us. They took the time to understand our business before suggesting anything, which we appreciated after previous agencies jumped straight into building. We dealt with the same core team throughout, so we did not have to keep re-explaining things. Communication was consistent. We had a weekly call, a shared Slack channel and a project board we could check at any time.

The Cloud Services work has already made a noticeable difference — tasks that used to take hours now take minutes.

We would definitely work with them again.

Project summary

Our company worked with Riff Design UK to move our application to Azure and set up proper backups and monitoring. The work covered requirements, design, development, testing and launch support. We worked together for around 7 months.

  • Overall Rating 5.0
  • Quality 5.0
  • Schedule 5.0
  • Project Cost 5.0
  • Willing To Refer 5.0
Project Type:
Cloud Services
Project Cost:
$150,000 to $499,999
Project Duration:
Apr 2025 - Nov 2025
Business Type:
Retail & E-commerce
Location:
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Questions & Answers

Please describe your company, your role, and the industry you operate in.
Pioneer Brands BV is a Retail & E-commerce business in Amsterdam, Netherlands. As Managing Director, I was responsible for this project on our side and the main contact for Riff Design UK.
What specific problem or business challenge led you to hire this company?
We needed to move our application to Azure and set up proper backups and monitoring, and we didn't have the in-house capacity to do it ourselves.
What services did the company provide for your project?
Cloud Services, 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 Retail & E-commerce 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?
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?
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?
We can now handle more volume without adding staff, which was the main goal.
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.
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