About Scale Labs
We build custom software for teams that have outgrown their SaaS tools.
We've Been Where You Are
Every member of our team has experienced the frustration of outgrowing a tool. The workarounds, the performance issues, the mounting per-user costs. We know what it feels like when the platform that helped you grow becomes the thing holding you back.
That's why we started Scale Labs. We build custom software that replaces the SaaS tools companies outgrow — Retool, Bubble, Airtable, Zapier, Salesforce, HubSpot — with purpose-built solutions that actually fit.
Based in Seattle, Built for the US
We're a Seattle-based team. We work in your timezone, understand US business and regulatory requirements, and we're always available to meet in person. Remote works too — we serve clients across the United States.
How We Work
Honest Assessment
If you don't need custom software, we'll tell you. We only take on projects where we're confident the outcome will be worth the investment.
Weekly Iterations
No disappearing for months. We ship working software every week and incorporate your feedback continuously.
Full Ownership
You own the code from day one. No proprietary frameworks, no lock-in. If we part ways, you keep everything.
Modern Stack
React, Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, Python — we use proven, well-supported technologies that your team (or future hires) already know.
Our Focus Areas
- - Internal tools — replacing Retool, Appsmith, and similar platforms
- - Production rebuilds — migrating Bubble/no-code MVPs to real code
- - Custom backends — replacing Airtable-as-a-database with proper infrastructure
- - Workflow automation — turning Zapier/Make chains into reliable, maintainable code
- - CRM alternatives — custom CRM systems for teams done with Salesforce/HubSpot complexity
Let's Talk About Your Project
Book a free consultation. We'll review your current tools and give you an honest assessment of whether custom software makes sense for your team.