Totem specializes in guiding businesses through the entire process of defining, designing, and launching custom digital products. The agency supports a diverse range of clients from startups to large enterprises, helping them transition from outdated or non-existent technology to custom digital tools.
Totem is a Costa Rica-based digital product agency founded in 2009. The company employs between 50 and 99 people and operates from Republic Workspace in Santa Ana, Costa Rica. The agency positions itself as a partner that helps businesses turn ideas into market-ready digital solutions.
The agency offers a broad range of services including software development, UI/UX design, staff augmentation, mobile app development, web development, graphic design, web design, eCommerce development, software testing, and branding. It has expertise in application platforms such as Amazon, Azure, and Linux, custom frameworks including .Net, Angular, Next.js, Node.js, and React.JS, and languages like C# and TypeScript.
Totem serves clients across ten industries: retail, software and IT services, eCommerce, construction, agriculture, social networks, entertainment, finance, education, and manufacturing. The agency works with startups, small businesses, medium businesses, and enterprise/corporate clients. Notable clients include XUMTECH, Instituto del Café de Costa Rica, and Grupo Monge.
Portfolio examples include a corporate website project with a budget of $20K–$100K completed over four months, a software development migration and maintenance project for Future Up ($100K–$250K over 24 months), the Costa Rican National Lottery website ($20K–$100K over seven months), and a redesign project for Future Up ($5K–$20K over 24 months).
DesignRush reviews from three clients consistently rate the agency 5.0. Clients highlight Totem's professionalism, efficiency, ability to identify and address challenges, and willingness to go above and beyond. One client described Totem as a "trusted advisor" providing valuable technical insights. Another noted improved platform efficiency and user engagement after partnering with Totem.
Services
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Testing
- Branding
Industries Served
Team Size
Pros
- Professional and efficient project delivery
- Ability to identify and address challenges promptly
- Provides valuable technical insights and guidance as trusted advisors
Client Review Analysis
DesignRush reviews highlight professionalism, timely delivery, responsiveness, and satisfaction. Clients praise Totem for providing excellent talent and dedicated support.