Project Overview
In the beginning, TOOL Project was planned only for Mobile App Development service and publishing the application on iOS App Store and Android Play Store. However, over time, I also contributed to branding and other design elements, that most of them were done for free as a bonus.
TOOL is a startup based in Prague, Czechia and it is designed to connect local service providers with clients. When people in Prague need a local service (such as painting, construction, landscaping, repairs, etc.), they will no longer have to search on Google, Facebook, or other platforms. This mobile application has a search system based on several specific filters that will let user find a good option.
- Mobile App Development: Development of one application that includes the utilization of 2 types of users: clients and service providers. Some of the important pages were well explained in the first meeting, but no branding, logo, slogan or any other guidelines were prepared, we did everything together on the way to finishing the application.
- Design: Includes the design of the application, logo, and all the branding and marketing elements that were created.
- Branding: This included the establishment of branding guidelines and the creation of several marketing elements, such as: logo, slogan, unique-spelling proposition, text for descriptions and features, 5 profile picture options, 5 story/feed/ad posts targeted at service providers, 4 story/feed/ad posts targeted at clients, a YouTube banner, a LinkedIn cover, a Facebook cover, and 2 flyers (front and back) - one for service providers and one for clients.
Technical Details
TOOL was built in Bubble.io, utilizing its in-house database, which includes datasets, option sets, and custom states. However, it may be migrated to Airtable or Xano in the future. Automatic emails are sent via Bubble.io, location services are configured using the Google Maps API, notifications are managed by OneSignal, and translations are handled by Weglot. The application was natively wrapped using BuildNatively and then published on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Design elements were all done in Figma.
The functionalities of the TOOL mobile application are as follows: sign-in options with Google and Apple, automatic notifications, messaging with attachments, the ability to block and report users, an automated help and support email, availability management for service providers, the ability to leave reviews for service providers, automatic review requests for the App Store and Play Store, the option to add a portfolio project to your service provider profile, and the ability to find service providers in your area using filters. Moreover, an admin dashboard was also needed, including manual notifications, the ability to find and ban users, and analytics for services and user activity.
The marketing strategy was structured into two main segments, each targeting a specific audience. The first segment focused on service providers, including promotional materials designed to help them showcase their expertise, attract clients, and manage their professional presence within the platform. The second segment targeted potential clients, providing engaging content to help them discover, evaluate, and connect with service providers effortlessly. This involved flyers, social media ads, and promotional posts. Key features were highlighted and incorporated into the created posts, including QR codes for app installation, ensuring better transparency and accessibility.
Results and Pricing
You can download TOOL from the App Store and Play Store using the links provided below. Initially, it will be available in Prague, Czechia, with plans to expand to other areas. Future updates are planned with focus on improving performance, enhancing flexibility, enabling payment integration, and launching a website of the platform.
he monthly payment is approximately €170 and covers only the subscriptions for Bubble.io, BuildNatively, and the Apple Developer account. This cost will increase as the application gains more users.
I provided a three-month guarantee ensuring that the application is fully functional, during which I will fix any bugs that may arise free of charge. Since this is a startup, I suggested postponing my monthly payment until the application gains more traffic. Once that happens, we will assess the level of involvement required from me based on user feedback.
The Total Payment is 1,782€, structured into milestones exclusively for mobile app development, as follows:
400€ for application prototyping and database modeling
300€ for application design
150€ for basic functionalities (create/modify/delete account + 0Auth sign in options)
400€ for service provider account type + review option
200€ for search indexes, filtering, and finding service providers
200€ for chat function, block and report options
250€ for admin dashboard and notifications
300€ for testing and publishing the app to the App Store and Play Store.
-220€ (10%) discount for the first service requested from me
The total cost was initially €1,980 and planned for completion within two months. However, due to a high workload in the last period, the timeline was extended to three months. To compensate for this delay, I applied an additional 10% discount (€198).
In addition, all the marketing elements were provided free of charge.
Download TOOL Mobile App:
- Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tool.toolappconnect
- iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tool/id6739626276
