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gerlinger.ai builds web apps and AI solutions for small and medium businesses: internal tools such as lead scrapers, quote automation and dashboards, plus knowledge systems, chatbots and intelligent websites. Built with agentic coding, which makes tools affordable that were previously out of reach for a small...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Backnang, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Limeup is a global application and software development company that turns complex ideas into powerful digital solutions. We help B2B and enterprise clients build high-quality digital products that enable scalable growth...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Production-grade autonomous AI for real business operations...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
IT IDOL Technologies is a custom software development company specializing in custom software development services, custom AI solutions development, and product engineering. Hire dedicated software developers to build scalable, high-performance solutions that drive innovation and business growth...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Valsad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We develop customized apps and digital experiences for Android, iOS, Windows and the web - intuitive, innovative and entertaining. With state-of-the-art artificial intelligence, we offer smart automation, professional AI consulting and powerful solutions that inspire. Your project, our passion!...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Lörrach, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
SotaTek ANZ is a Sydney-based Software Development Company with deep experience in helping businesses in digital transformation. We help growth-focused businesses across Australia and New Zealand succeed through innovative software solutions...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We build AI-powered marketing automations that help service businesses convert more leads and save 10+ hours weekly on manual tasks...
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- AI Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- CRM Consulting
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Lienzzo is a Valencia-based technology consultancy specializing in creating custom solutions for businesses. Our team combines expertise in artificial intelligence, enterprise software development, and process automation to solve real business problems...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- Product Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fifteen years in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity, working with businesses where downtime is expensive and compliance isn't optional. That background shapes how we think about every engagement.EFROS provides managed IT operations, cybersecurity, 24/7 SOC monitoring, system integration, incident...
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- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
eInnoSys delivers semiconductor equipment connectivity and smart manufacturing solutions, helping fabs and equipment manufacturers integrate SECS/GEM, MES, automation, AI-driven monitoring, and Industry 4.0 technologies for more connected and efficient operations...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Fremont, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
Zestra Technologies is a fast-growing IT company in India that is specialized in website development, mobile applications, and digital marketing...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
ANSI Technologies helps businesses in the UAE and India modernize, secure, and scale their IT operations. We deliver managed IT services, cybersecurity, cloud, backup & disaster recovery, server/network support, and ERP/CRM implementation across Zoho, Odoo, Salesforce, Microsoft, and SAP. Led by experienced...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Managed IT and cybersecurity for privately owned businesses across Central Pennsylvania and nationwide. Headquartered in Mechanicsburg, PA. Founder-run since 2006...
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- Managed Services
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Secuodsoft is a trusted IT services and consulting company delivering secure, scalable, and innovative digital solutions for businesses...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- IT Services
- Software Development
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- Location
- Bhubaneswar, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GSUS Star Software is a ERP solutions providers specializing in ERP implementations, mobile and web app development, AI services, and UI/UX design. We help growing businesses streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and scale efficiently with platforms like SAP Business One, Microsoft Business Central...
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- Mobile App Development
- ERP Consulting
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Byteztech is a production-ready AI development and automation company based in Surat, India, serving clients in the UAE, the United Kingdom, Singapore, the USA, Canada, and Germany. We are an NVIDIA Inception partner. We specialize in three core areas: computer vision and AI systems, intelligent automation...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
7Sisters Tech helps startups, SMBs, and enterprises turn ideas into scalable digital products. We specialize in AI-powered solutions, custom software, mobile apps, SaaS platforms, websites, ERP/CRM systems, and business automation...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Gota, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Enspirit is an AI-native product design and engineering studio helping enterprises and funded startups build digital products that scale. We combine product design, full-stack engineering, AI development, and advisory services in a single team, enabling faster execution from strategy to launch...
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- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Driving innovation & transformation through consulting, digital transformation, and AI & emerging tech solutions...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Ghaziabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $22/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Akshar WebTech is a leading web development company specializing in custom website development, eCommerce solutions, CRM systems, and business automation platforms. We help startups, small businesses, and enterprises build scalable digital products using modern technologies such as Laravel, CodeIgniter, PHP...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Rajkot, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Infinijith Apps & Technologies, founded in 2014, develops AI-powered, high-end web and mobile applications using advanced technologies. We deliver innovative, scalable solutions that help businesses grow, trusted by satisfied clients, including industry leaders...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Gobichettipalayam, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
JSRRB Technologies is a premier AI software development and SaaS company in Mohali, building intelligent, scalable cloud solutions for modern businesses. We bridge the gap between complex artificial intelligence and practical applications. Our core services include custom SaaS platform development, business...
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- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
VeriTrustX Labs is a deep-tech company building enterprise digital trust infrastructure for secure and verifiable digital interactions. We combine decentralized identity, verifiable credentials, blockchain, AI and privacy-enhancing technologies to help organizations establish trust across people, credentials...
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- Blockchain
- Software Development
- IT Services
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Xcelore is a leading AI Development Company specializing in creating custom AI solutions for businesses. We offer a range of services, including AI/ML engineering, large language model development, computer vision, advanced analytics, custom software development, experience design, and agile development. Our...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ZonSource is a leading software development company, specialize in custom website development, mobile app development, CRM and ERP software, AI-powered solutions, business process automation, chatbot development, and tailored enterprise software designed to meet unique business needs...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dynamisch is an AI-first technology company with 14+ years of experience helping businesses design, build, and scale intelligent digital products across AI, cloud, IoT, and product engineering...
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- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Teq Mavens is an innovation-driven software development agency built to accelerate growth for global companies through custom engineering, cloud solutions, and scalable software architecture. Specializing in enterprise web platforms, mobile app development, and AI integration, Teq Mavens turns ambitious...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Panchkula, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Lucent Innovation is a Shopify Plus and Databricks partner building custom commerce platforms, production-grade data engineering, and enterprise AI solutions. From Ahmedabad and Wilmington, our expert-led teams design systems around your specific business goals, helping brands scale faster, make smarter...
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- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Webnox Technologies is the leading web design, software development and digital marketing company in Coimbatore. With 14+ years of expertise, we specialize in web design, custom software, SaaS, and ROI-driven digital marketing solutions tailored for all types of businesses that drive real results...
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- Web Design
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Coimbatore North, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
End-to-end development in IoT, Embedded Systems, Firmware, DevOps, AI/ML, Mobile Apps, Enterprise Software and Cloud. Engineers ensure top-grade code, rigorous QA and scalable digital products. Engage via fixed-bid projects, agile delivery pods, dedicated teams, or staff-augmentation...
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- IoT
- Wearables
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Kochi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Shri Genesis Software Solutions provides customized web design, web development, software, and mobile application development services at competitive prices. They believe in delivering the best possible value to their clients without compromising on quality, and offer full after-sales support. They are a...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We catalogued a jewellery manufacturer's stock last year and found around three lakh rupees of inventory nobody remembered they owned. Their monthly reports used to take five hours by hand. Now they take three seconds...
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- ERP Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Ajmer, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AI-powered software studio building custom web apps, ERPs, mobile apps and AI automation for growing businesses. Launch in weeks. Full code ownership...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We turn your ideas into products that work. We combine AI-augmented engineering, product thinking and senior technical expertise to build software that solves real business challenges and grows with your business...
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- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Levrez is an AI, software devlopment and growth marketing company helping buisness scale through intelligent technology, custom software, and revenue -driven digital strategies...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Emorphis Technologies is a software development company having offices in the USA, UK, in India, offering its services for Digital transformation in enterprise mobility solutions, cloud computing services, backend development, salesforce consulting services, healthcare software development and more...
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- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Wearables
- IT Services
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
No 18-month timelines. No lost-in-translation handoffs. No pilots that never ship. EdgeFirm builds enterprise AI you actually own custom LLM apps, automation, and decision intelligence, live in 45 months and built by the technical founders themselves...
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- Web Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Grape5 is an offshore software engineering company that helps US businesses build and scale products with pre-vetted dedicated developers and agile technology teams...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Pinakinvox is a DPIIT-recognized software and mobile app development company based in New Delhi, India, building custom software, mobile apps, UI/UX, and cloud-based solutions for startups and enterprises across the globe...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CodeDTX is an AI product engineering company in India. We engineer AI into production software — product, backend, data and workflow layers — rather than bolting it on beside what already runs.Enterprise AI still needs screens, APIs, auth, data models and release pipelines. We build those alongside...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
QMNTRA is a technology consulting and software development company helping businesses build scalable digital products. We create custom web and mobile applications, SaaS platforms, ERP systems, AI-powered solutions, automation workflows, and industry-specific software designed around real business needs...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Impacto Digifin delivers AI-powered banking software for banks, NBFCs, credit unions, and microfinance institutions including LOS, AML/KYC, digital onboarding, mobile banking, and back-office automation...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- AI Development
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We turn messy ideas into working software fast, simple and risk-free.From AI solutions to web and mobile apps to custom platforms. Exaverse builds what real businesses actually need. No fluff, no delays just clean code, clear communication and revisions until you love it.Your vision, our passion...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Rohmate is a digital growth and technology company helping businesses scale through websites, SEO, AI automation, branding, custom software, cloud solutions and consulting. We work with startups, local businesses, growing brands and enterprises to improve online visibility, operational efficiency and customer...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $36/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ciphernutz is an AI engineering and technology consulting company that helps businesses transform complex workflows into intelligent, scalable systems. We design AI agents, workflow automation, and custom software that improve operational efficiency, accelerate decision-making, and drive measurable business...
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- IT Services
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
KGT Solutions is an AI and software engineering company in Noida, India, working across five practices: Software Engineering and Modernisation, AI Systems and Agents, Industrial AI and Operations, Cloud, Data and Platform Engineering, and Compliance and Traceability. We prove results, then scale...
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- IT Services
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- AI Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Synaptron engineers AI applications for enterprises and government. Every engagement starts from a screened base of 700+ source-backed assets across 85 solution families — the first seventy percent of a build assembled from proven patterns, while our engineers build the thirty percent unique to each client...
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- IoT
- AI Development
- Software Development
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We help businesses boost profits, streamline operations, and unlock growth with custom software solutions tailored to your unique needs...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GenXAI is a publicly listed technology company building enterprise planning and data systems. Our team of 450+ consultants delivers Anaplan and SAP led implementations, ERP transformation, data analytics and engineering, and application development for clients across India, the United States, Malaysia, and...
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- ERP Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
ISO 27001-certified intelligent business engineering firm building AI products (VIZO361 video analytics, ZIVUX CRM, MaximPro POS) and custom software for retail, manufacturing, BFSI, logistics and smart-infrastructure clients across India and the Middle East. 55+ engineers, 8 international exhibitions...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About AI App Development Companies
How much does it cost to build an AI app?
Simple AI integrations using third-party APIs (e.g., OpenAI or Anthropic) or off-the-shelf builds can cost about $5,000-$20,000. For instance, a chatbot or search engine recommendation system.
More complex AI applications with custom workflows, multiple integrations, and a polished UI range between $100,000 and $250,000. Enterprise-level builds that require custom-trained models and large-scale data pipelines can cost over $500,000.
How long does it take to build an AI app?
A basic MVP using a pre-trained or off-the-shelf model can take around 2-3 months. A mid-complexity app, with custom features, multiple data sources, or advanced workflows, may need at least 4-11 months to build.
Ultimately, the AI application development timeline will depend on your project's scope, complexity, security and compliance requirements, and business readiness.
What is the difference between using an existing AI API vs. building a custom model?
An existing AI API (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini) offers access to a pre-trained model through a paid subscription or usage fee. This model is faster to launch, has lower upfront costs, and requires no in-house AI expertise to maintain.
A custom model is built and trained on your own data, providing more control over accuracy, behavior, and proprietary advantage. However, it costs significantly more, takes longer, and requires ongoing retraining and infrastructure.
Consider choosing custom AI if you have niche domain data, strict compliance requirements, and AI is your main differentiator.
What AI features are worth adding to an existing app?
The AI features worth adding to an existing app will depend on your core business needs, goals, and existing tech stack.
For companies moving beyond isolated AI features, AI-native workflow redesign involves rethinking processes around AI rather than simply adding AI tools to existing workflows.
The same study also found that 44.4% of tech founders believe that automation is the most beneficial AI feature, followed by customer personalization (22.2%) and AI-assisted productivity features (22.2%).
How do you ensure data privacy and data security?
Reputable AI app development companies will isolate your data through encrypted storage (at rest and in transit), strict access controls, and clear data-handling agreements with any third-party AI providers used.
To confirm the AI application development company’s legitimacy, consider the following:
- Search for compliance certifications relevant to your industry (e.g., HIPAA, SOC2).
- Require a written data processing agreement (DPA), which outlines where data is stored, who has access, and how it’s deleted.
- Obtain a copy of the AI API’s Terms of Agreement. It should explicitly state that the company and its model do not use your data for training.
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