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  • VR/AR, Mobile, and Web applications for business

    VR/AR, Mobile, and Web applications for business

    Qualium Systems is an industry-leading software development firm that creates VR/AR, Mobile, and Web applications for digital agencies and tech companies. Twelve years of experience in software engineering and consulting guarantee the high quality of our solutions...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Your Trusted Strategy and Technology Partner

    Your Trusted Strategy and Technology Partner

    Established in 1999, Realm Digital is a leading global technology company helping businesses solve problems, unlock value and transform their visions into tangible solutions across a wide range of industries and disciplines...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We have an almost fanatical approach to increasing your revenue.

    We have an almost fanatical approach to increasing your revenue.

    We establish digital relevance for your business through mobile app development, websites, SEO, social media, TV advertisement and branding...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Located in Baton Rouge, Pixel Dash Studios LLC is a digital media production company specializing in video game development, interactive media, graphic design, and 3D animation...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • IT Services
    • VR/AR
    • Graphic Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • Marketing Supporter for Small and Medium Business

    Marketing Supporter for Small and Medium Business

    At Treefruit our mission is to become the strength and support that a small to mid-sized business can rely on to deliver their marketing needs. From professional imagery to high quality videos that engage and educate, Treefruit can provide your business with marketing collateral that provides fuel for growth...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Product Design
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • You think of IT, We Digitalise

    You think of IT, We Digitalise

    Intuition SofTech is been in the business of crafting affordable, responsive, engaging, beautiful and easy-to-use mobile phone applications and responsive websites.Intuition SofTech was founded with a simple objective – to develop quality, professional software business solutions at an affordable price...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Software Development
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • A technologically connected world that puts people first

    A technologically connected world that puts people first

    When you want to Monitor, Automate or Integrate someTHINGWorking with clients such as CSIRO, NSW Department of Primary Industries, Sydney School of Entrepreneurship, Tiliter and various local government, we are your trusted IoT development experts...

    Top Services:

    • Wearables
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • IoT
    • Software Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We help marketers like you nail your marketing with 3D visualized pictures and animations.

    We help marketers like you nail your marketing with 3D visualized pictures and animations.

    Visuals By Nor helps companies like yours succeed with your marketing campaigns through eye-catching 3D visualised images and animations to improve your profitability. With 3D visualization, you are no longer tied to reality and therefore have complete creative freedom to create exactly what you need in...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Intelligent solutions for intelligent businesses

    Intelligent solutions for intelligent businesses

    Desktop/Web/Mobile apps with VR/AR technologies and 3D graphics. UX/UI prototyping for applications and webpages...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Graphic Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Innovate. Integrate. Inspire: Your Tech Partners.

    Innovate. Integrate. Inspire: Your Tech Partners.

    At the forefront of innovation, we are a pioneering technology firm weaving together software, hardware, and cutting-edge deep tech solutions. We aspire to inspire change and elevate possibilities through our innovative tech solutions...

    Top Services:

    • IoT
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Professional game development company...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • One stop solution for all your web/mobile needs.

    One stop solution for all your web/mobile needs.

    Webkul is a leading IT services company founded in 2010. We help enterprises all over the globe to solve their complex business challenges with our industry-leading services for Digital Commerce, Mobile, ERP, CRM and Cloud solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
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    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • An app agency offering mobile and web apps

    An app agency offering mobile and web apps

    We are an app and web development agency based in Germany, India, Netherlands, Sweden, Finland and Russia focussed on creating an exceptional user experience (DESIGN FIRST). We have designed, developed and delivered 100+ apps for startups and enterprise. We have found the hack to deliver digital products at...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • UI/UX Design
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Holistic & Innovative Solutions For Your Business Needs.

    Holistic & Innovative Solutions For Your Business Needs.

    Orion eSolutions is not only a one stop shop for technology but also a software boutique specialised in development of web applications, mobile apps, desktop application or customisation of already built technology upto the par of best practice in the market...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Built To Create.

    Built To Create.

    We enable creative, startups, and Fortune 500s to realize their vision through software development, design, and strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • IoT
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Enterprise Mobile App Development Company

    Enterprise Mobile App Development Company

    Enterprise Mobile App Development Company...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • IT Services
    • Digital Services
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $24/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Expect more from your software.

    Expect more from your software.

    Right Information is an applied software engineering company. We cover the full spectrum of custom software development services, from end-to-end platform development, engineering consultancy, through specialized professional services, to ongoing support and maintenance of the software systems...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Wearables
    • AI Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Expoodle, being a MarTech company provides its clients with specifically designed, and customized marketing solutions...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Design Experiences!

    We Design Experiences!

    Carina Softlabs Inc. is a leading IT service provider company delivering quality services all over the globe. Our range of services includes software development, website development, game development, mobile app development, and digital marketing. For more details, feel free to reach us...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
  • Custom Hardware & Software Development Company

    Custom Hardware & Software Development Company

    ADUK GmbH is the engineering company that has the in-house resources for Embedded Hardware and capabilities to create powerful hardware and sophisticated firmware from scratch as well as perform complex machine to machine integration leveraging the experience we have accumulated completing challenging...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Wearables
    • IoT
    • VR/AR
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Interactive 3D solutions that help manufacturers plan, control, market and sell better.

    Interactive 3D solutions that help manufacturers plan, control, market and sell better.

    Hi, we are MRstudios. The leading full-service interactive 3D and web solution provider for the manufacturing industry. We enable global industry leaders to make cutting-edge manufacturing technologies more tangible, sellable and controllable...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • We Create Immersive Experiences.

    We Create Immersive Experiences.

    We make experiences and experiential content of all types focused on immersive digital platforms and installations. We do this with an emphasis on AR/VR/MR/XR. We work across platforms and we “get” integrated communications. We create the technology that delivers that content as an experience – whether...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Full Cycle Software Development That Exceeds Your Expectations

    Full Cycle Software Development That Exceeds Your Expectations

    Creating impressive turnkey solutions for growing startups and established businesses, Enkonix is a reliable partner for custom software development...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • VR/AR
    • Product Design
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    15 Projects Listed
  • Ambient Technologies Solutions for Enterprises,3D VR E-Commerce,VR Training, VR Collaborative Space

    Ambient Technologies Solutions for Enterprises,3D VR E-Commerce,VR Training, VR Collaborative Space

    Qbit Technologies is a Palo Alto boutique startup, specialized in the development of virtual, augmented, and mixed reality solutions for enterprises. We focus on what we see as the first vertical applications for business purposes, developing specific products and solutions based on virtual, augmented, and...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Blockchain
    • AI Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • AI-Powered XR, Digital Twins & Robotics for Enterprise

    AI-Powered XR, Digital Twins & Robotics for Enterprise

    Lucid Reality Labs is an award-winning enterprise technology company specializing in AI-powered XR, digital twins, immersive simulations, and robotics experiences for healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, and global enterprises...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Wearables
    • IT Services
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
  • Outcome focused Mobile and XR app development.

    Outcome focused Mobile and XR app development.

    A mobile and AR/VR product studio with an outcome-driven mindset and smart delivery...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • IT Services
    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    20 Projects Listed
  • Treeview

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    XR Studio for Enterprise

    XR Studio for Enterprise

    Treeview is an AR VR studio that develops virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and spatial computing apps for enterprise clients...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Wearables
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Technology Pioneers

    Technology Pioneers

    With Sphere, it’s never just about the project at hand. It’s about building trust and enabling your long-term success. We meet you where you are, embed our people with yours, and share our expertise, skills and passion every step of the way...

    Top Services:

    • Big Data Analytics
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • IT Services
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Expanding Possibilities

    Expanding Possibilities

    An Award-Winning App Development Company | Leveraging Latest/Trending Technologies | Serving Across Globe...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Cybersecurity
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    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Tailored IT Nearshoring solutions for Visionary Leaders

    Tailored IT Nearshoring solutions for Visionary Leaders

    Britenet is a software development and outsourcing company. We provide quality IT solutions since 2006.We create systems that support operational processes in many business areas. Our team consists of 900 IT specialists. Britenet specializes in: Software Outsourcing Salesforce TestingBusiness...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • IT Services
    • Big Data Analytics
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    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Mondlicht Studios

    Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Mondlicht Studios GmbH was established in 2019 by three worldwide famous digital artists: Dmitriy Glazyrin, Maksym Khirnyy and David Schäfer. Together they offer more than 40 years of experience for your creative projects in advertising and CGI...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Web Design
    • Advertising
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Chimera Prime was founded in Oslo, Norway in 2012 as a custom software development house. Throughout the years the firm continued to expand its range of services and we became a full-fledged IT consultancy company. Since the origin we have been combining Scandinavian innovations with tech talents from Poland...

    Top Services:

    • Big Data Analytics
    • IT Services
    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Award-Winning Design, Animation and Live Action Production for TV, Social, Brands and Businesses.

    Award-Winning Design, Animation and Live Action Production for TV, Social, Brands and Businesses.

    Fearless in our pursuit of creation, we tell visual stories through captivating design and motion...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We deliver Mobile Apps, Streaming, IoT Solutions & AI automation for SMEs

    We deliver Mobile Apps, Streaming, IoT Solutions & AI automation for SMEs

    We deliver Mobile Apps, Streaming, IoT Solutions & AI automation for SMEs...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • IoT
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Product Design
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $48/hr
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • Where Creative Quality Meets Lightning Speed!

    Where Creative Quality Meets Lightning Speed!

    At PRAKRIA, we are an independent and multidisciplinary digital agency, embarked on a journey defined by a flexible suite of services that has uniquely positioned us in the creative design landscape...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Let NextThought Studios capture your brilliance.

    Let NextThought Studios capture your brilliance.

    NextThought Studios is a leader in training video production across the United States. Our professional team and state-of-the-art facilities allow us to create exceptional videos for education, marketing, training, and more...

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • Video Production
    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Digital Health Software Development Experts

    Digital Health Software Development Experts

    Alternova is a software company focused on the development of interactive digital health products and platforms. The company has a strong background in game engines and data analytics, bringing to the Digital Health industry products that are data driven, fun and easy to use...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Big Data Analytics
    • IT Services
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Premium. Design. Performance.

    Premium. Design. Performance.

    unyt.berlin is YOUR partner for strategic industrial design, usability and engineering. As a full-service agency, we combine innovative technologies and user-centered design to turn technical and functional quality as well as the brands behind it into an emotionally positive experience...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Wearables
    • VR/AR
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We Take Your Ideas Forward

    We Take Your Ideas Forward

    Aximsoft from San Ramon California, is the partner of choice for many of the world’s leading enterprises and emerging startups, delivering technology solutions right from ground-up. Be it product design, engineering or product marketing, we’ve got it all covered! From Printing to Energy, Automobile to...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • IT Services
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • 3D & AR Web Custom Development for E-commerce

    3D & AR Web Custom Development for E-commerce

    ARTY is a leading web and software development company that specializes in 3D product visualization and Augmented Reality. Our mission is to transform product visualization for eCommerce businesses by providing a cutting-edge solution to showcase products in immersive 3D and Augmented Reality...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • Product Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Make IT Simple!

    We Make IT Simple!

    365 iT SOLUTIONS is one of Canada’s first Canadian federally certified CyberSecure Canada organizations.Our complimentary data breach scan will look at the Darkweb to investigate if they are compromised.365 iT SOLUTIONS is Toronto’s fastest growing leader in Managed IT Services, Tech Support...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Managed Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Big Data Analytics
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Independent visual effects (VFX) and animation studio, always on the lookout for new challenges and possibilities...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Video Marketing
    • Video Production
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We build stellar products with top-tier technology experts for innovative businesses worldwide

    We build stellar products with top-tier technology experts for innovative businesses worldwide

    Rather Labs embarked on its journey in July 2020, fueled by the entrepreneurial spirit of our founders and their commitment to creating advanced applications, captivating games, and beyond...

    Top Services:

    • Blockchain
    • AI Development
    • IT Services
    • Staff Augmentation
    • Software Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • Human First. Design Focused.

    Human First. Design Focused.

    BlackOak brings a fresh take to your in-person, virtual and hybrid events. Our team works relentlessly to be bold in our design and kind in our approach...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Video Marketing
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • SLIDEFACTORY

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    Portland-based digital product studio building web, AI, and interactive experiences.

    Portland-based digital product studio building web, AI, and interactive experiences.

    A Portland based design & development studio creating digital-first solutions across mobile, web, and virtual/ augmented reality...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • VR/AR
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • Our Focus Is The Success Of Your VR Project

    Our Focus Is The Success Of Your VR Project

    We are your VR experts. Trusted by the world's leading brands. As the industry's most trusted and experienced VR resource, we will guide and implement the best VR solution for your needs...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Video Marketing
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
  • Virtual & Visual Solutions for the Industrial World

    Virtual & Visual Solutions for the Industrial World

    Website Design & 3D media to create the ultimate company branding and marketing presence for your company...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • VR/AR
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We Navigate the Digital Spaces That Have Yet To Be Explored.

    We Navigate the Digital Spaces That Have Yet To Be Explored.

    We navigate the digital spaces that have yet to be explored. Puppy Love is a group of creatives (artists, photographers, engineers, painters, game designers, etc...) who come from the merging of several agencies...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Build applications that are challenging unto itself. We follow good design principles and strong engineering. At TechEFolks, our design process observes users in their competing environment, is based on our observations, helps to build apps, and engaging customers with innovative ideas. our main motto is to...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Testing
    • Cybersecurity
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $18/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A strategic design and interactive agency, specialising in healthcare, biotech and life science marketing. We work with progressive and transformative organisations who share our desire to explore innovative technologies and bring about change...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Product Design
    • Video Production
    • Market Research
    • VR/AR
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual & Augmented Reality Companies

What are the red flags when evaluating VR & AR agencies?

The biggest red flags when evaluating AR and VR companies are a portfolio full of demos with no real-world deployments, vague answers about device compatibility, and case studies that emphasize visual impressiveness rather than business outcomes. 

Watch for these specifically: 

  • No deployed work: Prototypes and concept demos are not the same as experiences that went live, scaled, and held up. Ask whether the work is still in use. 
  • Can't name the hardware: A serious augmented reality or virtual reality development company will immediately tell you which devices they've built for and which they haven't. Evasiveness here usually means shallow expertise. 
  • They haven't pushed back on your brief: Good AR/VR agencies will tell you if your use case doesn't need immersive technology. If they're just agreeing with everything, they're selling, not advising. 
  • No post-launch references: Building is one thing; what happened six months after launch is the real test. If they can't connect you with a client past the delivery stage, that's a problem. 

How do I know if my use case actually needs VR or AR, or if a simpler solution would perform better?

Your use case requires VR or AR when the experience depends on spatial interaction, physical simulation, or the placement of digital content in a real environment. If a video, standard app, or 3D model on a screen can deliver the same result, the simpler option is usually better, faster, and cheaper. 

A few useful checks: 

  • Does the user need to interact with the environment or just watch?  
  • Is physical scale or spatial context important?  
  • Would the experience lose value on a normal screen?  

If the answer is mostly no, you probably do not need VR or AR yet. Strong virtual and augmented reality companies will tell you that early instead of forcing immersive tech into the project. 

What do VR & AR agencies charge that most buyers don't expect?

Most buyers budget for the initial build and underestimate the ongoing costs. A VR or AR agency usually prices the experience itself, not everything needed to maintain it long term. 

The costs that surprise buyers most often: 

  • Hardware: VR headsets, AR devices, device management tools, replacements, and upgrades add up quickly.  
  • Content updates: Environments, training scenarios, and product visuals need regular updates to stay useful.  
  • Platform maintenance: Updates from companies like Meta or Apple can break compatibility, and fixes are usually billed separately.  
  • User onboarding: Employees or customers often need training, support materials, and setup help that were not included in the original scope. 

What's a realistic timeline to go from a brief to a deployable VR/AR experience?

Building an AR/VR app usually takes between 3 and 12 months, depending on the complexity, features, integrations, graphics quality, and team size. 

  • Simple AR apps: Around 3–6 months  
  • More advanced VR platforms with custom integrations and high-end graphics: 6–12+ months  

The timelines increase when the project includes: 

  • Custom 3D modeling and animations  
  • Cross-device optimization  
  • Real-time interactions  
  • Enterprise integrations  
  • Extensive testing and post-launch support 

What's the difference between a good VR/AR agency and an average one, and how do I spot it before signing?

A good VR or AR agency focuses on the problem first, not just the technology. Average agencies talk mostly about what is possible. Strong ones explain what actually makes sense for your goals, budget, and users. 

Before signing, look for these signs: 

  • They ask about your target device early and design around its limits  
  • They have a real process for testing the immersive experience with users  
  • They can talk openly about projects that went wrong and what they learned  
  • They clearly explain asset ownership, file access, and what happens if you switch vendors later  

If an AR or VR company avoids these conversations, push harder before committing. 

What's the difference between a good VR/AR agency and an average one, and how do I spot it before signing?

A good VR or AR agency focuses on the problem first, not just the technology. Average agencies talk mostly about what is possible. Strong ones explain what actually makes sense for your goals, budget, and users. 

Before signing, look for these signs: 

  • They ask about your target device early and design around its limits  
  • They have a real process for testing the immersive experience with users  
  • They can talk openly about projects that went wrong and what they learned  
  • They clearly explain asset ownership, file access, and what happens if you switch vendors later  

If an AR or VR company avoids these conversations, push harder before committing. 

How do I evaluate VR/AR work if I have no technical background?

You do not need a technical background to evaluate VR or AR agencies well. Focus on business outcomes and user experience, not the underlying technology. 

A few things to look at: 

  • Ask them to explain a past project in simple terms: the client’s goal, how success was measured, and what results they achieved.  
  • Try a real product they built, not just a polished demo. Pay attention to comfort, usability, and how natural the interaction feels.  
  • Ask how they test experiences with real users before launch.  
  • Speak to a past client and ask one question: Would you hire them again? The answer usually tells you more than a formal reference. 

What happens when the technology evolves mid-project? Who absorbs the cost of changes?

Technology changes during VR and AR projects are common. New device releases, platform updates, and SDK changes can all affect the build. If the contract does not clearly define responsibility, expect to pay for the extra work. 

Before signing, clarify: 

  • How the agency handles platform or device changes during development  
  • Which costs are covered by the original scope, and which are billed separately  
  • Whether they include a post-launch compatibility or support window  
  • What happens if companies like Meta or Apple release updates that require rework  

A strong VR or AR agency will separate technology-driven changes from client-requested scope changes and explain both clearly upfront.

How do I know if a VR/AR experience is actually driving business results vs. just looking impressive?

A VR or AR experience delivers real business value when it improves a measurable result that existed before the project started, not just when it looks impressive. 

The right metrics depend on the use case: 

  • Enterprise VR: training completion, error reduction, faster onboarding  
  • Retail AR: dwell time, conversions, purchase confidence  
  • Marketing experiences: engagement, recall, interaction rates  

What matters is comparison. You should be able to measure performance before and after launch. 

When evaluating VR or AR agencies, ask for examples where they tracked a business metric from deployment to results. If they can only show visuals and demos, that is not proof of impact. 

How do I know if a case study in VR/AR actually proves what the agency claims it does?

Most VR and AR case studies show that a project was built and looked impressive. Far fewer prove that it actually delivered results. 

To evaluate a case study properly, look for four things: 

  • What was the business goal before the project started?  
  • How was success measured?  
  • What were the actual results and over what timeframe?  
  • What was the baseline or alternative without VR/AR?  

If a case study cannot answer those clearly, it is mostly a portfolio piece, not strong evidence. 

The best VR and AR agencies can walk through at least one project end-to-end with real numbers, measurable outcomes, and clear business impact. 

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