Scale Labs — Seattle, Washington
Outgrowing Your SaaS?
We Build What's Next.
Custom software for teams that have hit the limits of Retool, Bubble, Airtable, Zapier, Salesforce, and HubSpot. No per-seat fees. No vendor lock-in. Just software that fits.
The SaaS Ceiling Is Real
Every growing company hits the same wall: the tools that got you here can't take you there. Per-user pricing scales faster than revenue. Performance degrades. Workarounds pile up. Sound familiar?
Outgrowing These Tools?
Retool
Internal tools hitting platform limits? We build custom replacements that scale.
Learn more → 🫧Bubble
MVP built in Bubble needs a production rebuild? We handle the migration.
Learn more → 📊Airtable
Using Airtable as a database? We build real backends that don't break at scale.
Learn more → ⚡Zapier / Make
Automation duct tape everywhere? We turn fragile workflows into reliable code.
Learn more → ☁️Salesforce
CRM frustration, bloated costs, and complexity? There are better options.
Learn more → 🟠HubSpot
Hitting HubSpot's ceiling as you grow? Custom software scales with you.
Learn more →How It Works
Discovery Call
We review your current tools, pain points, and requirements. Free, no obligation.
Build & Iterate
We build your custom solution in weekly sprints. You see progress and provide feedback continuously.
Launch & Own
Deploy to your infrastructure. You own the code, the data, and the roadmap. No vendor lock-in.
Custom Software for Every Industry
From fintech to healthcare, construction to logistics — we build software purpose-fit for your sector's unique requirements.
Full-Stack Development Services
From API architecture to AI integration, we provide the full spectrum of custom software development.
Purpose-Built Software Solutions
From CRM to e-commerce, booking systems to marketplace platforms — we build the exact software your business needs.
Honest Software Comparisons
No spin — just side-by-side breakdowns of popular SaaS tools vs custom software to help you make the right call.
Free Guides & Resources
Build vs Buy: The Decision Framework
When to use off-the-shelf software vs building custom.
Read guide →When to Go Custom
The 5 signals that your team has outgrown SaaS.
Read guide →Cost of Custom Software
Real numbers on what custom development actually costs.
Read guide →SaaS vs Custom Software
The complete decision guide with real cost comparisons.
Read guide →Choosing a Tech Stack
React vs Vue, Node vs Python — how to choose wisely.
Read guide →Total Cost of Ownership
Calculate what software really costs over 3-5 years.
Read guide →Ready to Build Something Better?
Book a free consultation with our Seattle team. We'll review your current tools and show you what custom software could look like for your business.