# How to choose a chatbot development company: a 10-point checklist

> A 10-point checklist: how to pick a chatbot development contractor without losing money. Questions to ask before the project starts.

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Company: Darobots (https://darobots.com.ua)

Published: 2026-03-10

## In short

- A 10-point checklist for picking a vendor: a portfolio with live bots, experience in your niche, a defined process, stack and integrations, support terms.
- Then: real client references, a transparent quote, a contract that covers code ownership, communication quality and scalability.
- Red flags: an offer to start coding without analysis, a turnkey price with no breakdown, work without a contract.
- Darobots has worked since 2022 and delivered 20+ projects, from barbershops and vape shops to hotlines and medical centers.

## Experience, Process, and Reputation: Points 1-6

1. **A Portfolio with Real Case Studies** Ask to see not just screenshots, but live bots or a detailed breakdown: the task, the solution, the results. No case studies is a red flag.

2. **Experience in Your Niche** A bot for an online store and a bot for a medical center are different tasks. Ask whether they have experience specifically in your type of business.

3. **A Clear Workflow** A reliable company lays out the stages: briefing, planning, development, testing, delivery. If a vendor jumps straight to "let's start coding" without any analysis, that's a risk.

4. **Tech Stack and Integration Capabilities** Ask whether they can integrate with your CRM, payment system, or inventory. A limited stack means limited room to scale.

5. **Support Terms After Launch** A bot needs maintenance. Ask what's included in support, what the response time is, and whether there's an SLA. No support after launch is a frequent source of problems.

6. **Reviews from Real Clients** Search the company name, look for reviews in Telegram communities, and ask for references from past clients.

## Guarantees, Transparency, and Scalability: Points 7-10

7. **Transparent Pricing** A clear quote that spells out exactly what you're paying for. Vague phrasing like "turnkey bot - $500" with no breakdown is a risk of hidden costs.

8. **A Contract and Legal Terms** For a business, protection matters: who owns the code, what happens if deadlines slip, what guarantees exist. Working without a contract is at your own risk.

9. **Communication and Engagement** During the first call, pay attention: does the vendor ask questions and clarify the task, or just say they'll "handle everything"? The former is a sign of an experienced team.

10. **Scalability of the Solution** A bot that can't be expanded a year later is a bad investment. Ask: how easy is it to add new features? How will the bot handle audience growth?

## Darobots Against This Checklist

- **2022** year the team was founded
- **20+** projects across different niches

Darobots has been working since 2022 and has delivered 20+ projects across different niches: from barbershops and vape shops to hotlines and medical centers. We provide detailed [case studies](/cases), work under contract, offer support after launch, and build solutions with scalability in mind.

> **Conclusion**
>
> Choosing a chatbot vendor is like hiring an employee: it matters not just whether they're "capable" but whether they're "reliable" too.
> 
> If you want to compare options or get a consultation, Darobots is ready to answer any questions - no pressure, no hard sell. Some answers are already gathered in the [FAQ](/faq).

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