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  • #1 Leading Mobile Game & App Development Company

    Capermint Technologies is #1 leading Canada based mobile game & app development company. We consider our valued clientele’s requirement as the top-most priority. Our highly-skilled team of experts provides world-class services and solutions to our customers whilst ensuring high returns on their investments...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • VR/AR
    • DevOps Consulting
    • AI Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Digital values, delivered.

    A firm technology partner for startups & enterprises driving towards innovation. Our award-winning team ideate, design and develop bespoke software solutions that create values to brands and its users...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • IoT
    • IT Services
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • VR / AR Solutions

    Giant Lazer, which focuses on the business and educational sectors, offers cutting-edge VR and AR applications, including immersive training programs for staff and students, sophisticated simulators, process and data visualizations, and assisted reality applications for smart glasses...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Creating the Future of Play

    Schell Games is a leading game development studio specializing in educational and interactive experiences that captivate audiences of all ages...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Engulfing Audiences in Immersive Experiences

    EngulfVR designs custom virtual reality solutions to captivate audiences and elevate brands through immersive storytelling and design...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Branding
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Engineering Visually Simplified

    Tridum VISTA 360 provides visualization services to capital equipment manufacturers, engineering firms, and industrial technology companies. Its work includes the development of 3D product visualizations, technical explainer animations, digital twin representations, and interactive product experiences...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Design Services
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $59/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Technology Solutions That Impress

    tsukat is a multidisciplinary team of XR experts, passionate about cutting-edge interactive, VR, AR, and AI technologies and their massive impact on the modern world. We are technological tinkerers who embrace experimentation and focus on providing breathtaking experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Product Design
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Bringing your idea to life.

    We founded Create Neptune in 2015, but it was really born back when our founders were two video-game-loving kids who grew up on Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn, NY. Since founding Create Neptune we have built edutainment games for some of the largest educational institutions in the world, digital pharmaceuticals...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • VR/AR
    • UI/UX Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Empower your global transformation with Flexsin - Let's get you set up!

    Flexsin is a certified Microsoft application development partner, known for its leading ASP.NET development services. Our team, based in India, is dedicated to delivering flexible, reliable, and customized web and enterprise applications that meet the unique needs of each enterprise...

    Top Services:

    • DevOps Consulting
    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • IT Services
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    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • AI-First Engineering | Agentic AI | Product Engineering | Enterprise Software | Digital Transformati

    Appventurez is a global AI and digital transformation company specializing in custom software, mobile app, web, and enterprise application development. We build scalable technology solutions that help businesses innovate, automate, and grow...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • eCommerce Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Top Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality Agency

    An Immersive Media Agency specializing in the development of Extended Reality (XR, AR, VR, MR) experiences driving meaningful connections between brands & consumers. Our global team of skilled designers, artists, and developers craft creative narratives & experiences powered by emerging tech...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Product Design
    • Web Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 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
  • YOUR TECHNOLOGY PARTNER

    System Plus is a leading software development company in the U.S. We partner with our clients across the globe to elevate their value through custom software development, IT consultancy, product design, and QA services...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • VR/AR
    • IoT
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Automation-first systems, AI solutions, and scalable digital products for growing companies.

    Boutique software studio focused on automation and AI. We build scalable systems that improve operations, reduce friction, and support long-term growth for startups and companies across the US and LATAM...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • IoT
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Precision Illuminated

    Light Domain Studio brings imagination to life through high-end CG, immersive AR/VR experiences, and digital storytelling. We merge art and technology to craft visuals and worlds that inspire, engage, and endure...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Video Production
    • Digital Services
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Crafting digital products

    Coletiv is a custom software development studio from Porto, specialized in web and mobile development. We team up with companies of all sizes to design, develop and launch digital products that people love and use...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • IoT
    • Software Development
    • Product Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • VOSTOK VR is a leading Singapore-based Virtual Reality (VR) and 360 Video Production company. Our clients look to us for interactive experiences that achieve best results in Company Presentations, Sales, Product Launch, Market Activation and Interactive Trainings...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Best Custom App & AI Development Agency in UK

    At Evangelist Apps, we go beyond app development, offering IT consultancy and comprehensive digital solutions that are customized to your business goals. Our goal is to deliver effective, customized strategies that fuel growth and align with industry standards...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • IT Services
    • Staff Augmentation
    • DevOps Consulting
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Web Dev & emerging tech software house

    We are Actum Lab - a software lab focused on web app development and emerging technologies. We help enterprise customers to go through fascinating digital revolution journey. We are not only talking about technological revolution - we make it happen...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Transforming people's digital experiences

    We are a software consultancy partner that believes digital experiences have a massive impact on peoples lives. Thats what has motivated us to provide our partners with user-oriented design, top-level development, and scalable technology for the last 8 years...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • Wearables
    • IoT
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Highly Polished Apps

    • Laser focused on Augmented Reality development. • Huge believers AR can be incorporated in every field and enhance user experience. • Looking forward for the advance AR to unlock new ways of user interactions. • Launched and running self projects, so well aware of the product lifecycle...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • iOS & Android Apps

    We will take care of the technology to support you in achieving your goals, whether you are a major brand, start-up, small business, international organization, or NGO...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Mobile Applications & Emerging Technology

    ZeMind Studios is an industry leader in mobile applications and entertainment technology like games, AR, and VR...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • AR developers constructing new realities

    Graviton Interactive offers services that are focused around using immersive technologies to help brands and businesses create meaningful and purposeful experiences...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Broadcast, AV, and immersive tech, all in one place.

    Dubai-based production company specializing in B2B technology and content solutions for media, sports, exhibitions, and events. Focused on content production, live broadcasts, and technology integration with expertise in AR, VR, 360-degree filming, and remote device control...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Video Production
    • Business Consulting
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Let them dominate online.

    At Sonder, we believe in the unwavering commitment to excellence in all endeavors. When you embark on a journey with us, expect nothing less than our steadfast dedication to achieving the highest standards in every aspect of our work...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • 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
  • Build the future

    Thesis is an innovative technology design and innovation consulting firm that delivers bespoke solutions to meet unique client needs...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Wearables
    • IoT
    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Crafting Wonder With Tech.

    Blue Hay is an Immersive Experience Studio specialized in creating jaw-dropping experiences for brands to connect with their customers...

    Top Services:

    • Event Marketing
    • VR/AR
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Web Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • VR Development Services | Custom VR Development Company in US | VR Development Team

    Invisible Toys is a VR development team with experience in custom VR development services and mobile development focusing on VR and AR technologies. We provide top-notch solutions for businesses of all sizes. With our help, companies focus on their core activities while delivering their customers' best...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The sky is not the limit when you develop software

    We are a 3D and Web application development company that centers on helping startups, small and medium businesses grow into enterprises...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Product Design
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • eCommerce Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Build for Impact,  Designed For The Future.

    &why is a strategic design and technology agency dedicated to powering bold transformations for brands, from strategy to digital experiences. With over a decade of experience, the agency combines cutting-edge technology with insightful strategy and beautiful design to help clients achieve their business...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $155/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Instilling Innovation. Exceeding Excellence.

    ViitorCloud has been delivering innovative technology solutions to the industry for the past 12 years. The services we provide include building web platforms, mobile apps, and games. With the strength of 200+ young engineers...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • London Creative. Global Production.

    Weekend is a London-based independent creative production company with a global network of clients and partners...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Business Consulting
    • Video Marketing
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Mobile & Web Application Development

    We are a group of programmers with a particular interest in complex web and mobile development...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • HR Outsourcing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Let's ensure your professional success

    Founded in 2019 in Alexandria, Egypt, RunProf LLC is an innovation-driven software development company that specializes in website development and mobile app development for iOS, Android, Hybrid, and Native Framework. Their expertise also extends to building applications such as ERP Saas, online ordering...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Hybrid Moon Video Productions, content producers for telling the story of your brand.

    Hybrid Moon is a Portland, Oregon based creative studio providing compelling, effective storytelling video solutions and Content Marketing solutions. Our dynamic team handles every size of project from single camera interviews to multi-camera on location shoots anywhere in the world...

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Platforms That Drive Businesses Forward

    CODIALIS redefines digital transformation by merging software efficiency and the power of immersion. We design tailor-made ecosystems Apps, SaaS, CRM/ERP to drive your growth, while pushing the boundaries of reality thanks to our expertise in VR/AR and video game development...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • VR/AR
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Leave it to the Wizards!

    Struggling with your game backend or multiplayer infrastructure? Leave it to the Wizards!...

    Top Services:

    • DevOps Consulting
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Black, White And Everything In Between

    We are an advertising agency based in Linz, Upper Austria, specializing in strategic brand development and brand communication for companies in the B2B and B2C sectors. With over 30 years of leadership in the B2B sector, we work with fresh thinking, open minds, and sharp senses...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Web Design
    • VR/AR
    • Web Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • AI Driven Software Development Company

    Bacancy stands as a top Reactjs Development Company, offering secure, scalable, and sustainable React solutions. Specializing in diverse frameworks and applications, we provide up to 40% savings on costs and a dedicated team for tailored solutions, ensuring your business is primed for growth...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • IT With Measurable Impact

    Lightrise Consulting delivers purpose-driven Cloud IT solutions that empower businesses to scale sustainably. We combine technical excellence with a commitment to environmental and social impact, transforming IT and HR headaches into meaningful progress...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • AI Development
    • HR Outsourcing
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Wave Digital is a Melbourne-based iPhone app, Android app and Web app development company founded in 2000. Our local app design and app development team create quality custom apps, delivered efficiently with reliable technology and flawless design. Our aim - to build mobile and web apps that make lives...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • IoT
    • VR/AR
    • IT Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Specialists in mobile app development, API's & web platforms - we're a proud digital agency based in Leeds.Click Agency is the agency arm of Redbeck Ltd, a technology holding company based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, which builds cutting edge technology products for mobile and web.We invest most of our...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Leading Ireland-Based Mobile Application Development Team

    Square Root Solutions, based in Dublin and Castlecomer, assists individuals, businesses, and organizations in developing mobile applications on the iOS and Android platforms, as well as websites, virtual reality applications, and more...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • IoT
    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Taking on the Tough Challenges so That You Don't Have To

    Mad boasts a dynamic team of visionaries, innovators, and digital masterminds who unite to craft cutting-edge digital products, mobile apps, and interactive content that capture attention, while delivering value to the customer...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your trusted AR VR development partner since 2016.

    Euphoria XR is an immersive technology studio delivering AR, VR, MR, and AI solutions for clients ranging from startups to enterprises and government sectors. Focused on creativity, innovation, and custom development, we bring ideas to life through advanced, interactive experiences. From virtual tours to...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
    • Blockchain
    • Mobile App Development
    • Wearables
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Design & Development Studio

    Storm Digital is a Surrey-based development studio specialising in websites, web apps, mobile apps, VR, AR and 3D experiences...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Creative Services
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Senior Engineering For SaaS Founders

    Senior software engineering from Ukraine for SaaS founders. We author V1s and rescue live Rails apps that lost their team: MoveitPro (2,000+ companies, 40K daily users), HappyCo (1.5M+ units under management), Cliqpod (200M+ pageviews a month). Senior judgment, AI-amplified delivery, one named engineer per...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Crafting Immersive Experiences Beyond Imagination

    Algoryte is the one-stop solution for your Web2 & Web3 Game Development, Virtual (VR) and Extended Reality (XR) solutions, Metaverse experiences, Digital Twins, and 3D Modeling & Animation requirements...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Blockchain
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

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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