Name: The Distance App Developers
Address: 12 - 18 Market Street, York, England, YO1 8ST, GB
Telephone: +44 1904 217171
Price range: $100 - $149
Rating: 4.8

We make apps an experience

At The Distance, we’re not just building apps – we’re building experiences. Every project is a journey, and we guide our partners step by step, keeping things clear, collaborative, and, dare we say it, enjoyable.

Min project size
$50,000+
Hourly rate
$100 - $149 / hr
Employees
10 - 49
Locations
York, England
Year founded
Founded 2009
Languages
Timezones

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Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $50,000+

Avg. hourly rate $100 - $149 /hr

Rating for cost 4.7 /5

What Clients Have Said

The Distance App Developers offer competitive pricing, with project costs ranging from £9,000 to £300,000, catering to diverse client sizes. Clients consistently note good value for cost, timely delivery, and effective project management, highlighting their responsiveness and technological expertise.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

Most Common Project Size

$50,000 - $199,999 based on 34 reviews

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The Distance App Developers Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

4.8

Quality 4.8
Schedule 4.5
Cost 4.7
Willing to Refer 4.9

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Review Highlights

Comprehensive Documentation

The Distance App Developers provide thorough and detailed project documentation, which clients find invaluable for understanding project scope and progress. This attention to documentation supports effective project management and ensures all stakeholders are aligned throughout the development process.
Collaborative Approach

The Distance App Developers are noted for their collaborative approach, actively engaging clients in the development process. They seek to understand client visions and provide valuable input, fostering a partnership that enhances project outcomes. This collaboration is key to their successful client engagements.
High-Quality Deliverables

Clients consistently report satisfaction with the quality of work provided by The Distance App Developers. Their attention to detail and commitment to delivering robust, functional, and aesthetically pleasing apps are highlighted as key strengths, leading to positive user feedback and successful project outcomes.
Customer Satisfaction Focus

The Distance App Developers prioritize customer satisfaction, going above and beyond to meet client needs. Their commitment to delivering on promises and willingness to address any issues promptly ensures clients feel valued and supported, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction.
Positive User Feedback

Apps developed by The Distance App Developers receive positive user feedback, highlighting their usability and functionality. This reinforces the team's ability to create applications that resonate well with end-users, contributing to successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.
Room for Improvement in Timeline Management

While the team generally meets deadlines, there are instances where projects have extended beyond initial timelines. This has been attributed to changing project scopes and external factors, indicating an area where The Distance App Developers could enhance their estimation and timeline management processes.

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Mobile App Development UX/UI Design
$200,000 to $999,999
Jan. 2022 - Jan. 2023

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

“I had never worked with a partner that put this much effort into documenting their interpretations of what I wanted.”

Jan 13, 2023

CPO, GoodShape

James Arquette

Other industries
Watford, England
51-200 Employees
Phone Interview
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The Distance App Developers designed and built an iOS and Android mobile app for a health and well-being company. They delivered a feature document, created wireframes, and adjusted the design to user feedback.

The Distance App Developers delivered 100% of the app’s must-have features, which all passed the client’s UAT. The team was timely, transparent, collaborative through Basecamp, and communicative through weekly meetings. Their thorough and detailed documentation was a highlight.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CPO at GoodShape, a health and well-being company. We help improve staff wellness in order to increase productivity and performance at work. Our company has organizations in the UK and will soon be international.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The Distance App Developers?

Our company has existed for 16 years, and the only way people could access our services was via phone calls to a call center. This limited access to our service; for example, sometimes, the nature of a person’s illness might mean it isn’t convenient for them to speak on the phone.

In addition to improving our UX’s accessibility, we wanted to grow as a company. We wanted digital and telephone platforms to help us spread our services to more people.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The Distance provided us with mobile app development; they designed and built our app from scratch. We had requirements and a brief we had created internally, which included the app’s features. The Distance started with a discovery phase with several sessions to review our brief. They delivered a 140-page feature document.

For the design, the brief included concept illustrations. The Distance agreed to a set of brand guidelines on our part. From there, they designed the wireframes and UX journeys to show us how the app would look and how users would navigate it. They provided us with 2–3 alternatives for almost every major feature, which enabled us to survey our users to see which option they liked best.

We shared the wireframes with a selection of early-access customers to whom we gave confidential access to the early-stage design. The customers shared their feedback, which we gave to The Distance. The team factored the comments into the second version of the design, which included colors and artwork. After our stakeholders approved the design, The Distance developed the app for iOS and Android.

What is the team composition?

We consistently worked with 6–7 teammates from The Distance throughout the project. Thomas (Senior Account Manager) was responsible for ensuring the team met requirements, and Gemma (Head of Operations) was our project manager and key point of contact. Meanwhile, Jodie (UI/UX Designer) created the artwork and UX design, and James (Digital Product Designer) created the wireframes.

Additionally, we worked with Ellie (Business Analyst), who produced the feature document, and Anthony (Founder) was also involved in our project in a leadership role. We also had a team of backend developers, though I only spoke to two of them.

How did you come to work with The Distance App Developers?

We assigned part of our team to search for reputable app development agencies in the UK through Google. Since we were small, we didn’t want a massive agency; we didn’t want to risk choosing an agency to whom we didn’t feel like a big deal. Therefore, we searched for mid-sized development companies with good track records, pedigree, and experience building health and well-being apps.

We shared our brief with four app development agencies and invited them to pitch how they would meet our requirements. The Distance scored highest among the candidates. They previously built an app for people with Down Syndrome to help them better understand food and manage their diet. The app was very compelling, and The Distance used it as a case study and sent us a video of it as part of their sales materials.

How much have you invested in them?

The initial investment for the app was £220,000–£240,000 (approximately $272,000–$296,000 USD). We’ll spend a similar amount of money on the app’s second version.

What is the status of this engagement?

We signed the contract in January 2022 and released the app in January 2023. We’ve already signed an agreement for The Distance to build versions 2–4 of the app in the future.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Since the app has only been live for a day, we don’t have user feedback yet. We used the MoSCoW method to determine what must, should, or could be on the app and used that to measure The Distance’s success. In total, we requested 117 must-have features, 21 should-have features, and a handful of nice-to-have features. The Distance delivered 100% of our must-have features, all of which passed our user acceptance testing (UAT).

The team was very good at giving us options and didn’t try and railroad us into just one way of doing things. They showed us many similar existing apps to show us examples of good and bad practices, helping us make decisions. Overall, The Distance was really helpful throughout the whole process.

They also met our January 2023 release deadline. We had promised our customers we’d release the app by a specific date, so the on-time delivery was a big success marketing-wise. We were so happy with The Distance’s work that we chose them to build versions 2–4 of the app based on our roadmap.

How did The Distance App Developers perform from a project management standpoint?

They did very well regarding project management. The Distance had a collaborative approach, so we were a very happy customer.

We only made three change requests during development, and The Distance gave us cost estimates for all three. They were very transparent throughout the process, and we had no issues with invoicing or payment. Moreover, they handled appropriate escalations for unforeseen issues, and the managing director joined the calls in those cases. As a result, we resolved the issues effectively and moved on.

They set up Basecamp and gave accounts to all our teammates. We used the tool as our central repository for documentation and as our space for chats and discussions. We had a weekly call with Gemma every Monday to go through the project plan, risks, next actions, and other items. For day-to-day communication, we used Slack; for calls, we used Google Meet and Microsoft Teams.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I was most impressed with The Distance’s documentation, which was head and shoulders above everything else. I can’t overstate how comprehensive and detailed their feature document was — it gave us confidence. They delivered 140 pages in the finest detail imaginable; it included every piece of text on every screen of the app.

Ultimately, the feature document made everything easier for both sides because it served as a reference document for our agreement. We were taken aback by how much effort they put into this; I had never worked with a partner that put this much effort into documenting their interpretations of what I wanted.

Overall, The Distance gave us a fantastic team. Anthony took a lot of interest in our work because he was really passionate about health and well-being. I’ve worked with many service providers in our company’s 16 years, and The Distance was the best supplier we’ve worked with — they were fantastic.

Are there any areas they could improve?

The design phase and the wireframing lasted longer than we expected. I didn’t realize how many months this phase would last. However, now I understand why that is. Still, it would have been good to know how long the design would take earlier.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

I would 100% recommend The Distance; they’ll be a partner, make a huge effort, and deliver a good service.

RATINGS

5.0

"They were absolutely superb."

Custom Software Development Mobile App Development UX/UI Design
Confidential
Oct. 2025 - Jan. 2026

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"We were extremely happy with their work, and they exceeded our expectations."

Mar 13, 2026

Managing Director, Gray Wolf Partners

Ronald Richards

Other industries
San Francisco, California
1-10 Employees
Online Review
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The Distance App Developers provided mobile app development services for a financial advisory firm. The team created a development blueprint, user journeys, a mobile app framework, and a technical architecture.

The Distance App Developers successfully completed the project on time and within budget. The team went above and beyond, delivering high-quality work and being highly responsive to queries and concerns. Their expertise, professionalism, and pleasant approach were hallmarks of their work.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Managing Director of Gray Wolf Partners

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Strategic and financial advisory firm

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Distance App Developers to accomplish?

Development of mobile game application for client

SOLUTION

How did you find The Distance App Developers?

Referral

Why did you select The Distance App Developers over others?

High ratings
Great culture fit
Good value for cost
Referred to me
Company values aligned
Technological expertise

How many teammates from The Distance App Developers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The key deliverable was development of an app development blueprint for use with outside investors to raise funding for full development of the app. The key deliverables were user journeys, mobile app framework, technical architecture for the platform with key elements of the technology stack identified and development timeline and budget.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The project objective to deliver a development blueprint for use with investors in order to raise capital to fund the app development was successfully completed on time and on budget.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The Distance went above and beyond on all fronts. Deliverables were always on time and they were highly responsive to our pivots and needs.

What was your primary form of communication with The Distance App Developers?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The quality of the individuals we worked with at The Distance was incredible both in terms of their expertise and professionalism. They were a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend them to others.

Are there any areas for improvement or something The Distance App Developers could have done differently?

No. We were extremely happy with their work, and they exceeded our expectations.

RATINGS

5.0

"Excellent .. Exceeded our expectations"

Mobile App Development UX/UI Design
$50,000 to $199,999
Nov. 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"I highly rate their company and work ethic."

Nov 14, 2025

Head of Operations, Trust Links

Gareth Evans

Other industries
Southend-on-Sea, England
11-50 Employees
Phone Interview
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The Distance App Developers has developed and designed a mobile app for a mental healthcare company. The team is responsible for building an Android and iOS app that aligns its design with the client's website.

The Distance App Developers' efforts have resulted in an app that exceeds the client's expectations. The team stays within the project's timelines and budget and is highly collaborative and communicative. Moreover, The Distance App Developers excels at understanding the client's vision and needs.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the head of operations at Trust Links, a mental healthcare company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The Distance App Developers?

We needed help with mobile app development.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The Distance App Developers has developed and designed our mobile app. We've given The Distance App Developers a broad overview of what we want to achieve, as well as our budget. We've held a discovery phase with one of their designers, a developer, and their head of operations. We've completed the discovery phase, created wireframes, and determined what we want our app to achieve.

We've also discussed the flow of the app and its design, which aligns with our corporate design from our website. The Distance App Developers built the app for Android and iOS.

What is the team composition?

We've worked with a designer and a developer from The Distance App Developers, as well as their head of operations.

How did you come to work with The Distance App Developers?

We found them through a Google search. We scoped out a few companies, and The Distance App Developers was one of them. The team provided us with a good proposal, and we chose to meet with them because they had positive reviews, including a Clutch review.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent around £100,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in November 2024. We launched the app in September 2025, and our relationship is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The Distance App Developers has delivered a successful product that does everything we need and more. The team has overdelivered on our original thoughts. We've paid less for a higher-value app.

How did The Distance App Developers perform from a project management standpoint?

The Distance App Developers has met deadlines and stayed on budget. If anything, it was we who caused any delays. Gemma, the head of operations at The Distance App Developers and our project manager, has been incredibly good at keeping people on target and budget. We usually communicate via email, Basecamp, and weekly Google Meet meetings.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The Distance App Developers has been incredibly good at understanding our vision and needs for the app. They've been highly collaborative and communicative regarding what we want to achieve and how they can help us achieve that. The Distance App Developers' professionalism and insights have impressed us.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, it has been a delightful experience throughout. There hasn't been anything that leaves us wanting or with a feeling that something can be done better.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Seriously consider working with The Distance App Developers. I highly rate their company and work ethic. They're an outstanding company to work with.

RATINGS

5.0

Enterprise App Modernization Mobile App Development UX/UI Design
$50,000 to $199,999
Dec. 2024 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 4.5

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"The Distance App Developers has the best processes of any supplier we've ever worked with."

Nov 7, 2025

Head of IT, Off To Work

Guy Dorey

Hospitality & leisure
United Kingdom
51-200 Employees
Phone Interview
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The Distance App Developers has modernized a hospitality staffing company's enterprise mobile app. The team has revamped the client's app, adding job application, work hours, pay access, and messaging features.

The Distance App Developers has delivered a high-quality app that has seen a 40%–50% increase in user numbers and doubled the actions taken by users. The team has fantastic project management and is highly organized. The Distance App Developers' communication and robust processes stand out.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the head of IT for Off To Work, a recruitment and staffing company. We recruit people on a casual and permanent basis in the hospitality industry.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The Distance App Developers?

We needed to replace our enterprise app.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We've provided The Distance App Developers documentation and had them review our existing app. We've explained to them how our system works and what we need the app to do at a basic level. The Distance App Developers has designed and developed our app based on our guidance and assets. The Distance App Developers has also provided ASO services.

Our app has been live since May 2025. It's an enterprise app, so it's not publicly accessible and is only usable by our own casual team. The app enables them to manage all of their work with us just through the mobile app. Ideally, they shouldn't need to use any other platform or contact us by telephone, but they can.

As a casual team member, they can apply for work, view information about the jobs they've been booked for, check their hours worked, access payslips, send us messages, and communicate with the office team.

What is the team composition?

We've worked directly with about four people. One of them is a project manager, who is our primary point of contact. We've also worked with a product owner regarding development, a designer for design changes, and their CEO for billing issues.

How did you come to work with The Distance App Developers?

We were looking for a company that not only had the experience and credibility to do the job, but also could help us understand how to improve the app and the experience. We found The Distance App Developers through a Google search for UK app developers.

We wanted a completely UK-based development team; we didn't want to outsource the project abroad. The Distance App Developers was one of the highest results there. We also read their Clutch reviews.

We met with their two most senior members and had an informal chat. We talked about our needs. I felt that they had a very good understanding of how things worked. Then, we had several further rounds where our CEO discussed their proposals with them. Our senior developer also had a chat with their team.

In each of these cases, it felt like the experience that they were able to demonstrate from previous work was similar to what we were looking for. The Distance App Developers had some excellent ideas for how we might want to develop the app, and their internal processes were highly robust.

We were looking for a technical company that was tech-first and design-second. We didn't want a marketing agency that also had a tech team. We sought a tech company that had a design team. The Distance App Developers had the background and experience we were looking for.

How much have you invested with them?

We've invested between £75,000 and £80,000 so far.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with The Distance App Developers in December 2024, and our relationship is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We've definitely seen an improvement in our App Store ratings. We've also seen significantly higher usage of our mobile app with the new version compared to the old version. We've seen a 40%–50% increase in usage, measured by user numbers. We've also seen around double the actual actions taken. More people are using the app, and they're also using it to do more things.

How did The Distance App Developers perform from a project management standpoint?

The Distance App Developers has always hit deadlines. Their processes are fantastic. It's not an exaggeration to say that they have the best processes in terms of handling development, updates, and issues. The Distance App Developers has the best processes of any supplier we've ever worked with.

The Distance App Developers uses Basecamp for project management and Slack for communication. We also use Google Meet for face-to-face communication and email for correspondence. We also leverage Figma for design.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The app's quality is extremely high, and The Distance App Developers' organization and processes are exceptional. The way they manage and structure their organization, involving the project manager, product owner, designers, and developers, is impressive.

They consistently meet deadlines, and their communication is fantastic. The Distance App Developers keeps us updated, and if we have queries or questions, they quickly address them. As a client, we always feel like our project is receiving attention from the right people; we can speak to the right people if necessary.

Are there any areas they could improve?

We would've benefited from a more precise understanding and agreement of what the process and costs would be following the completion of the project. We made some assumptions, and they did too. However, this is only a very minor critique.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

If you're thinking of working with The Distance App Developers, you're going to have a great experience. The Distance App Developers excels at talking to the right people, onboarding us, and setting up communication. Be clear about your expectations. The Distance App Developers has done a fantastic job in working in a way that allows us to communicate, update, and collaborate.

RATINGS

5.0

Other Design Product Design UX/UI Design
$10,000 to $49,999
Jan. 2025 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"It has been brilliant; one of the easiest work experiences I've had."

Sep 8, 2025

Founder, Trail Sync

Robert Martin

Other industries
Scotland
Phone Interview
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The Distance App Developers has built an app prototype and wireframes for a startup business. The team has conducted user research, analyzed potential competitors, and used Figma for the project.

The Distance App Developers has delivered exactly what the client wanted. Moreover, the team has delivered on time and within budget and been transparent and communicative via Basecamp and Google Meet. Overall, they have understood the client's vision, leading to the project's success.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the founder of Trail Sync, a startup business.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The Distance App Developers?

I needed help building a prototype and wireframes to pitch to investors.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The Distance App Developers has built an app prototype and its wireframes for me, based on research I had done beforehand. The team has conducted user research and analyzed potential competitors. The project has been divided into three stages: figuring out how the app will function, determining the target audience, and deciding how the app will look.

Moreover, The Distance App Developers has used Figma to create the prototype and wireframes and handled UI/UX design. We've also researched other competitor apps providing the same service.

What is the team composition?

I’ve worked with four teammates from The Distance App Developers, including Louise, the business manager, Gemma, the project manager, James, the UI/UX designer, and Emily, the graphic designer.

How did you come to work with The Distance App Developers?

I found The Distance App Developers on Clutch. We discussed what I was looking for, and they presented a PowerPoint document outlining the process. It was very clear, so I engaged them.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around £9,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in January 2025, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We haven't launched yet, but The Distance App Developers has successfully built exactly what I wanted. The team has been successful in understanding my vision, even if we're just a startup. They've delivered perfectly and I've been really happy with their designs.

How did The Distance App Developers perform from a project management standpoint?

The Distance App Developers has led the project, and I’ve had minimal input. The team has delivered on time and within budget.

Not to mention, The Distance App Developers has performed perfectly. They've been clear about what to expect from a budget standpoint. Moreover, the team has been highly communicative and efficient in moving the project forward, so it all runs smoothly. We use Basecamp for project management and communication, and Google Meet for weekly meetings. In fact, we have weekly calls where we provide them feedback.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The Distance App Developers has been highly transparent and communicative. Gemma has also been fantastic and done a good job leading the project. It has been brilliant; one of the easiest work experiences I've had. They have understood my vision incredibly well.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There are no areas for improvement. My experience has been genuinely perfect.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Learn Basecamp because The Distance App Developers communicates a lot through the platform.

RATINGS

5.0

UX/UI Design
$10,000 to $49,999
Dec. 2024 - Mar. 2025

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"The Distance App Developers did an excellent job thoroughly researching the competitive space."

May 19, 2025

CEO, Rocket Farm Studios

Daniel Katcher

Other industries
Needham, Massachusetts
11-50 Employees
Phone Interview
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The Distance App Developers provided mobile app design services for a development company. The team conducted research and worked on the design phase of two different projects running simultaneously.

The Distance App Developers' work met the end client's expectations. The team did a great job and thoroughly researched the competitive space, providing good design examples. The Distance App Developers delivered work on time and communicated well via Figma and Slack.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the CEO of Rocket Farm Studios.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The Distance App Developers?

We needed support with mobile app design when our lead designer for the project went out on maternity leave.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The Distance App Developers provided mobile app design services. The Distance App Developers was involved in the design phase of two different projects for an end client running simultaneously. We plugged them right into our team, and they conducted extensive research on the apps.

What is the team composition?

We worked mostly with one designer, but we also had some help from another resource. There was a project manager on their side as well.

How did you come to work with The Distance App Developers?

We got to know the leadership of The Distance App Developers through a personal introduction and referral.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent about $14,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked together from December 2024–March 2025.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The Distance App Developers did a great job, and the end client was very happy with the results.

How did The Distance App Developers perform from a project management standpoint?

The Distance App Developers did a great job. They were pretty much on time and communicated well. We had a very good relationship with them. We communicated using Figma and Slack.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The Distance App Developers did an excellent job thoroughly researching the competitive space. They provided many good examples of what other people were doing to influence our design, and the design came out really well.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I thought they did a really good job. There was a minor issue with my managing too closely, and they bristled at that.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

They have a well-run process, so be thorough and thoughtful about the process.

RATINGS

5.0

Custom Software Development Mobile App Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Dec. 2021 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

“Overall, The Distance App Developers has exceeded our expectations.”

Jul 24, 2024

Financial Director, Murder 57

Laurence Owen

Arts, entertainment & music
United Kingdom
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
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The Distance App Developers has developed an app for a murder mystery firm to share information as pieces of evidence with their customers. The team has also built a CMS and implemented AWS for the client.

Thanks to The Distance App Developers, the nature of the client’s business has fundamentally changed. Around 95% of their customers now use the app. The team has been helpful throughout the project. They guide the client closely and have great communication skills, resulting in a smooth engagement.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the financial director of Murder 57, a murder mystery company. We have approximately 500 events per year hosted primarily in hotels.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The Distance App Developers?

Traditionally, we shared information with our customers as evidence for them to solve murder mysteries. The evidence was a hard copy with bits of paper pinned onto an evidence board. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we contracted The Distance App Developers to identify ways to share information with our customers through mobile devices instead of using a hard copy format.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

We had about three discovery meetings with The Distance App Developers to discuss and map out all processes required in conveying information to our customers. They then developed a framework document. From there, they started building an app and the backend CMS. The team also created a notification system using Firebase and implemented AWS components.

At present, we outsource the maintenance of the app to The Distance App Developers.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with 6–7 teammates from The Distance App Developers, including Thomas (Head of Partner Success) and Connor (Business Analyst).

How did you come to work with The Distance App Developers?

We initially considered three vendors but chose The Distance App Developers after meeting with their managing director. He was excited about the app and had a great understanding of what we wanted from the project.

How much have you invested with them?

The cost is around £125,000 (approximately $160,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

The engagement started in December 2021, and it’s ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We’re truly happy with what The Distance App Developers has created for us. We’re not developers but have a vision of what we want, and the team has held our hands throughout the process. The app fundamentally changed the nature of our business, and 95% of our customers now use the app.

Overall, The Distance App Developers has exceeded our expectations. Even during the discovery process, they’ve identified aspects of the app that we haven’t even considered. In other words, they work collaboratively with us to create something good. We have a vision, and they’ve helped us achieve that.

How did The Distance App Developers perform from a project management standpoint?

They’ve met our budget, but we’ve gone over our timeline because we’re creating something that hasn’t been done before. We’ve encountered compatibility issues and similar elements, but the team has been extremely helpful in finding and resolving issues. We hold weekly meetings on Google Meet and use Basecamp for project management, which is great because we can share information quickly. Everything works extraordinarily well.

What did you find most impressive about them?

They’re great communicators; we’re always aware of what they’re doing when they’re doing it.

Are there any areas they could improve?

We could’ve been more aware of the discovery process. We had no idea what the process involved and created a feature document. We could've achieved a faster process if we were more aware of the process.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Be prepared. As the client, you should be prepared to communicate because The Distance App Developers are effective communicators. If you don’t respond, you’ll hold them up. They’ll have lots of questions for you because they dig into every single step of your process.

RATINGS

5.0

Other Application Development UX/UI Design
$10,000 to $49,999
June - Dec. 2023

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

“The team went above and beyond the scope to resolve issues and provide us with direction.”

Jan 5, 2024

Technology Director, Language Service Provider

Anonymous

Other industries
Leeds, England
501-1,000 Employees
Phone Interview
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The Distance App Developers provided UI/UX design for a language service provider’s flagship app. The team designed the frontend, creating low- and high-fidelity wireframes and a clickable prototype.

The client was happy with The Distance App Developers’ work quality; the design received positive user feedback for the app’s ease of use. The Distance App Developers delivered on time and under budget. They used Slack and Basecamp for effective communication and project management.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the technology director at a language service provider. We provide interpreters and translators for public and private sector clients. Additionally, we have our own software development department that builds the applications we use internally and that our clients and interpreters use.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The Distance App Developers?

We were developing our flagship product and hired The Distance App Developers to help us design the frontend.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The Distance App Developers designed our app’s frontend using Figma based on Material UI from Google. First, we described our requirements and walked the team through user journeys and what was required from the users’ perspective. We also showed The Distance App Developers our existing apps and discussed the challenges and difficulties we faced on a very high level. We told them our goals for our apps. From there, the team gave us a quote based on the information we provided.

Once we agreed to proceed with the project and had the purchase order, we had an on-site meeting with The Distance App Developers at our offices and had a planning session. We discussed the user stories and requirements in depth, including a technical discussion. Additionally, we appointed points of contact and project managers from either side and documented the scope.

From there, The Distance App Developers went through different iterations of our app’s wireframes. Initially, the team created low-fidelity wireframes. Then, they designed high-fidelity wireframes. The team moved on to the final designs. Throughout this process, we had a feedback cycle to ensure the designs aligned with the app’s backend and services. Ultimately, we approved the final designs.

Later, The Distance App Developers built a clickable prototype using the design they had created earlier.

What is the team composition?

We were in contact with nine teammates from The Distance App Developers. Initially, we worked with the director. Then, we went to a UI/UX designer, a project manager, the head of partner success, and the head of digital product design.

How did you come to work with The Distance App Developers?

We found them through a referral from someone who knows The Distance App Developers on a personal level and suggested we go to them due to their good reputation and their having won a few awards.

How much have you invested with them?

We spent just over £30,000 (approximately $38,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

The frontend design project lasted from June–September 2023. Then, we did the second round of the project involving the prototype in December 2023.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

The Distance App Developers’ UI/UX design received positive feedback because users found the app easy to understand and simple to navigate through, meeting users' requirements. The Distance App Developers created a modern design that feels familiar. Moreover, the team delivered high-quality work; their attention to detail was of a very high standard.

How did The Distance App Developers perform from a project management standpoint?

The Distance App Developers delivered the designs on time. Budget-wise, we had regular reviews and ultimately came under budget from our initial estimate. When we did the prototype project in December, the team worked additional hours over the weekend to ensure we got the product on time.

As for communication, we created a link for external connection through Slack. We also used The Distance App Developers’ Basecamp instance for project management.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I was impressed with The Distance App Developers’ willingness to go the extra mile. We faced some design challenges, and the team went above and beyond the scope to resolve issues and provide us with direction. They gave us advice on how we should progress.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There was nothing they needed to improve; the project went really well.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

Spend time upfront explaining what you require in detail. Moreover, listen to The Distance App Developers’ advice in terms of best practices and direction. Initially, we didn’t listen to the team’s advice, but The Distance App Developers was an expert in their field, and their guidance steered us into what was best.

RATINGS

5.0

Mobile App Development
Confidential
Jan. - May 2023

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 5.0

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

"Their genuine interest in our value proposition greatly contributed to the success of the project."

Jun 14, 2023

Applications Engineer, Norgren

Patrick Dowen

Other industries
Lichfield, England
1,001-5,000 Employees
Online Review
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The Distance App Developers developed a mobile app for a pneumatic and fluid control company. This included gathering information about the project, designing the wireframes, and developing the prototype.

The Distance App Developers successfully and swiftly delivered a prototype that aligned with the client's specifications. The service provider demonstrated exceptional project management and communication through weekly phone calls. Their commitment, dedication, and empathy were commendable.

The client submitted this review online.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Applications Engineer of Norgren

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Norgren is a leading provider of innovative pneumatic and fluid control solutions, offering a comprehensive range of products and services to various industries in the UK and worldwide.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Distance App Developers to accomplish?

To develop an app that connects to our new valve island, providing useful insights for our users.
To create a prototype that effectively demonstrates the functionality and user experience of the app
To design wireframes, user stories, and initial designs that align with our vision

SOLUTION

How did you find The Distance App Developers?

Online Search

Why did you select The Distance App Developers over others?

Support from the start

How many teammates from The Distance App Developers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The Distance (TD) were chosen as our partner in this project to develop an app that would connect to our latest range of Valve island. The aim of the app is to give users more visibility on their air/energy usage and to prewarn them of potential breakdowns in the field. The scope of work included,

1.Launch workshop, to gather knowledge and share requirements for the final prototype.

2. Wireframe design and user stories, these served as a visual guide for the apps layout and helped us define the apps features and functionalities from a users perspective.

3. Prototype development, using the wireframes and user stories as the foundation The Distance then had to package this in a mobile application that adhered to our brandling guidelines, ensuring a professional and consistent look.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

A finished prototype which aligned with our specification

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The project management provided by The Distance was exceptional. They consistently delivered items ahead of schedule, demonstrating their commitment to meeting our project timelines. Their proactive approach in asking questions between weekly calls showcased their dedication to fully understanding our requirements and staying ahead of the deadlines. The final product was delivered ahead of schedule.

What was your primary form of communication with The Distance App Developers?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The team at The Distance, despite having no prior knowledge of our industry, displayed a genuine interest in comprehending our value proposition. They actively sought to understand the intricacies of our industry by asking relevant questions and diving deep into the hardware linked to the application.

This level of dedication to understanding our industry showcases their professionalism and their determination to deliver a solution that aligns with our unique requirements. Their genuine interest in our value proposition greatly contributed to the success of the project.

Are there any areas for improvement or something The Distance App Developers could have done differently?

RATINGS

5.0

"Extremely happy we found this company to work with"

Application Testing Mobile App Development Product Design UX/UI Design
$50,000 to $199,999
Nov. 2021 - Ongoing

5.0

Quality: 5.0

Schedule: 4.5

Cost: 5.0

Willing to Refer: 5.0

“The final product exactly fits our needs.”

Jun 12, 2023

Development Director, Distinctive Systems Ltd

Chris Whitehead

Other industries
York, England
11-50 Employees
Phone Interview
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The Distance App Developers provides UI/UX design for a software development company. The team has designed a new app’s UI/UX using an existing app as a starting point. Now, they’re working on enhancements.

The new app’s design has gotten positive feedback from users, and the client has seen an uptick in the app’s use. The Distance App Developers excels at project management, and their deliverables meet the client’s needs. Moreover, the team is quick to find solutions to any issues that arise.

A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this client over the phone. Below is an edited transcript.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m a development director at Distinctive Systems Ltd, a software development company.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with The Distance App Developers?

We needed help replacing an existing app that we had written internally. We no longer had app development resources in-house. Therefore, we went to The Distance App Developers with an idea to make the new app better.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

The Distance App Developers provides us with UI/UX design services. We’ve had meetings to discuss the requirements within the app, and the team has used the existing app as a starting point.

Although the app went live in May 2023, The Distance App Developers is still working on UI/UX design enhancements.

What is the team composition?

We’ve worked with six teammates from The Distance App Developers, including a project manager, a tester, a business analyst, and a couple of UI/UX designers.

How did you come to work with The Distance App Developers?

We found them online while researching good companies to deal with. The Distance App Developers are located in the same town as us, and we chose them due to their good reviews and the proposal they presented.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent £150,000 (approximately $190,000 USD).

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working together in November 2021, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

This project has been successful; we get great feedback from our customers. The final product exactly fits our needs, and The Distance App Developers' work has positively affected our app's uptick. Overall, the team is very good to deal with.

How did The Distance App Developers perform from a project management standpoint?

Their project management is good. Although the process has lasted a little longer than we expected, the delay is no one's fault; we've added extra requirements to the project. Ultimately, the timeline delay has had no negative effect on the project.

Are there any areas they could improve?

There's nothing they need to improve. Whenever we've had minor issues, the team has been quick to help us find solutions.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

When we started working with The Distance App Developers, we created as detailed a spec as possible. The initial meetings we had with them were very useful. I advise preparing for your engagement with a good idea of your project's aim.

RATINGS

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Discovery Services

The first step of any software development cycle is the most important. By bringing all the stakeholders and members of the project team together through a number of workshops the wider goals of the project can be identified, documented and approved by all parties.

Small

Discover

$4,000 /total

Identify Company Goals
Define Unique Selling Point (USP)
Establish User Objectives
Reflect on Revenue Opportunities
Evaluate Potential Features
1 month delivery

Medium

Journey Mapping

$3,500 /total

Comparable Analysis
Map out User Journeys
Create User Flows
Key Feature Prioritisation
1 month delivery

Large

Wireframing

$5,500 /total

Skeletal Visual Illustrations
Simplified User Interfaces
Demonstrates Hierarchy/Key User Flows
Interactive Prototype (optional)
1 month delivery

Features	Small $4,000 /total	Medium $3,500 /total	Large $5,500 /total
Identify Company Goals		–	–
Define Unique Selling Point (USP)		–	–
Establish User Objectives		–	–
Reflect on Revenue Opportunities		–	–
Evaluate Potential Features		–	–
Comparable Analysis	–		–
Map out User Journeys	–		–
Create User Flows	–		–
Key Feature Prioritisation	–		–
Skeletal Visual Illustrations	–	–
Simplified User Interfaces	–	–
Demonstrates Hierarchy/Key User Flows	–	–
Interactive Prototype (optional)	–	–

Small $4,000 /total
Identify Company Goals
Define Unique Selling Point (USP)
Establish User Objectives
Reflect on Revenue Opportunities
Evaluate Potential Features
Comparable Analysis	–
Map out User Journeys	–
Create User Flows	–
Key Feature Prioritisation	–
Skeletal Visual Illustrations	–
Simplified User Interfaces	–
Demonstrates Hierarchy/Key User Flows	–
Interactive Prototype (optional)	–

Medium $3,500 /total
Identify Company Goals	–
Define Unique Selling Point (USP)	–
Establish User Objectives	–
Reflect on Revenue Opportunities	–
Evaluate Potential Features	–
Comparable Analysis
Map out User Journeys
Create User Flows
Key Feature Prioritisation
Skeletal Visual Illustrations	–
Simplified User Interfaces	–
Demonstrates Hierarchy/Key User Flows	–
Interactive Prototype (optional)	–

Large $5,500 /total
Identify Company Goals	–
Define Unique Selling Point (USP)	–
Establish User Objectives	–
Reflect on Revenue Opportunities	–
Evaluate Potential Features	–
Comparable Analysis	–
Map out User Journeys	–
Create User Flows	–
Key Feature Prioritisation	–
Skeletal Visual Illustrations
Simplified User Interfaces
Demonstrates Hierarchy/Key User Flows
Interactive Prototype (optional)

Our Story

At the heart of our organisation is our incredible team, driven by unwavering passion, and a commitment to shaping digital solutions with purpose, our team comprises some of the most innovative and dedicated individuals in technology.

Here are our values that define us and what we do:

Empower Success
Passionate Experts
Creative Problem Solvers
Enjoy the Journey

Meet the Team

Anthony is the brains behind The Distance, steering the agency with sharp technical expertise and an unstoppable vision for what’s possible in app development.

Louise keeps The Distance running like clockwork, championing the team, aligning the vision, and making sure everyone thrives while we build exceptional apps.

James is the mastermind who shapes ideas into clarity and builds products with discovery processes that feel effortless from the start.

Emily specialises in shaping products people genuinely love, blending smart UX with clean, confident UI to create experiences that feel intuitive, engaging, and built with real purpose.

Seb is a full-stack force in our dev team, collaborating across the build to create smooth, reliable products from the first line of code to the last.

Courtney drives our marketing forward, creating standout content and making sure The Distance shows up brilliantly everywhere it matters.

What Sets Us Apart

Exceptional processes that deliver

Our partners love how smooth our process is. With crystal-clear communication and tried-and-tested workflows, we keep every project on track and deliver apps that just work.

Expertise across every stage

From concept to launch, our team knows every step of app development inside out. We build solid architectures and high-quality structures that make apps shine and perform flawlessly.

Quality without compromise

We don’t cut corners. Every app we build gets our full attention, from design to deployment, ensuring performance, reliability, and user experience that impresses every time.

Quick Facts

16 years in business

Tools and Technology

Slack

Google Meet

Jira

Basecamp

Google Drive

Confluence

Commonly Asked Questions

The cost of developing an app varies widely based on its complexity, features, platforms, and design requirements. This is not a sales technique, there are just so many factors we cannot answer this accurately. An initial release of an app could be anywhere between £100,000 - £300,000 assuming you would need a full discovery process to design the app, and multiple features will be included. Contact us for a personalised quote based on your specific needs.

The development timeline depends on the app's complexity and requirements. Generally, a simple app can take around 3-6 months to develop, while more complex apps may take 6-12 months or longer. We provide a detailed timeline after understanding your project scope and requirements, with dedicated project managers working towards these timelines with complete transparency throughout the journey.

Our journey includes: Discovery: Understanding your requirements and goals. Design: Creating wireframes, UI/UX designs, and prototypes if required. Development: We breakdown features into releases so you can see both progress and test in smaller releases to ensure quality. Quality assurance: Ensuring functionality, performance, accessibility and security. Deployment: Launching the app and providing post-launch support.

What sets us apart is our commitment to understanding you, your business and your needs. We blend technical expertise with creative problem-solving and integrate ourselves into your business. Our transparent communication and efficient processes sets us apart from jargon heavy conversations to ensure a smooth and successful journey.

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Overall Review Rating: 4.8

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Last Updated: March 13, 2026

Business Entity

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Source	Companies House
Jurisdiction of Formation	United Kingdom
Date of Formation	June 22, 2009
Status	Active
Last Updated	October 31, 2022
ID	06939899

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