Finding the right virtual and augmented reality company takes more than comparing portfolios. Browse vetted VR and AR firms, and filter your options by budget, team size, technical capabilities, industry focus, and immersive technology expertise.
Realise works with business leaders and entrepreneurial change-makers bring new products to launch, no matter where in the product development cycle, adding value with a genuine drive towards sustainable innovation within Design...
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CIS, established in 2003, is a global leader in IT and Staff Augmentation. Serving over 2100 clients across 100+ countries, our comprehensive services range from custom software development to digital marketing. Our recognized certifications and partnerships set us apart as a top choice in our field...
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Bettoblock is a premier provider of innovative technology solutions, specializing in iGaming, game development, blockchain technology, and artificial intelligence. We excel in AR/VR software development and sports betting software solutions, offering tailored services...
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At Elegant Media, we don't just build mobile apps we build apps that think, learn, and work harder for your business. We turn ideas into intelligent, high-performing mobile products that don't just engage users they evolve with them...
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At Outrise Studios, our fervor lies in achieving the extraordinary by seamlessly blending strategic communication, tailored concept development, artistic design, and cutting-edge technology at every juncture. With a relentless pursuit of excellence, we craft innovative solutions that captivate audiences and...
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Digital Experience Agency that works alongside bold brands to design and build digital experiences that look spectacular, launch fast and work flawlessly...
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We design products that win critical acclaim from industry experts. TEAMS Design is an award winning, global, industrial design consultancy with 4 international studios. Each is made up of designers, engineers, media producers, strategists, and researchers that focus on creating unique physical and digital...
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Mob Inspire is a software development company carrying an ambition to improve software standards used in various industries. Our solutions assist startups to attain stability and enable businesses to eliminate vulnerabilities in their tech infrastructure...
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XO3D is a London creative studio producing world-class visual content for global brands...
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At CoreMeta, our mission as a leading digital agency Manchester is to empower businesses with innovative solutions that drive growth, maximize their digital potential, and enhance customer experiences. With a focus on collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement, we strive to be the catalyst for...
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Bring3D helps manufacturers digitize complex and configurable product portfolios through photorealistic 3D/AR configurators, BIM/Revit outputs, optimized 3D assets, and automated product visual generation. We combine product design, software delivery, and product digitization on our Make3DB platform to...
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With over two decades of experience, FLYNN is a product design consultancy that helps ambitious organisations turn complex ideas into commercially successful products. Trusted by global leaders including Airbus, Liverpool FC, Vodafone, Microsoft, and Siemens, we bridge strategy, design, and engineer...
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TVGla IS A DIGITAL-FIRST PERFORMANCE CREATIVE AGENCY We work with leading brands who need a partner capable of producing and managing high-touch, high-volume performance creative in rapidly moving environments...
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Danthree Studio is a strategic CGI and hybrid AI studio serving premium brands in the furniture, home & living, and tech industries across the US and Europe...
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Pixel Chefs specializes in web development and digital marketing, creating custom solutions for brands looking to establish a strong online presence...
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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...
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Wve Labs is an elite iPad app development and marketing studio, leveraging the power of the latest Swift language through Xcode. Serving a broad spectrum of clients, our team's synergy, rapid execution, and transparent communication make us the go-to choice for businesses seeking an enhanced digital...
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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...
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We lead the way in the iOS app development domain. Our adept team collaborates with clients from various sectors, specializing in full-cycle app development, ensuring a tailored approach for iPad, Apple TV, watch OS, Mac, and iPhone applications...
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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...
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Chetu is a global software development company delivering tailored solutions across industries. With specialized expertise in AR/VR AI technologies, Chetu empowers businesses to innovate and stay ahead in the digital landscape...
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We're an NYC based mobile app UX/UI and development firm helping startups build great products and get them to market quickly...
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Floats is a full-stack XR lab, combining brilliant storytelling and emerging technology to create compelling experiences across Augmented reality (AR), Virtual reality and custom experiences, powered by immersive tech...
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At Ortmor, we are the trailblazers of innovation, seamlessly merging technology with creativity to craft unforgettable brand experiences. Our extensive range of services propels brands into the future, captivating audiences and leaving an indelible mark...
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Graviton Interactive offers services that are focused around using immersive technologies to help brands and businesses create meaningful and purposeful experiences...
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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...
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Eye Revolution create exceptional virtual tours for clients who demand the best. We combine high-quality photography with user experiences that make for meaningful brand engagement. Our client list speaks for itself, here are just a few of the organisations we're delighted to have worked with: The Royal...
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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...
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DTG is a software development company specializing in fully integrated revenue systems for complex, configurable products. We bring together high-fidelity 3D visualization, advanced CPQ logic, AI automation, and enterprise integration into a single, cohesive, business-driven architecture...
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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...
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&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...
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EasyIOT is a company that provides contract product design and manufacturing services, with expertise in electronics and the Internet of Things. Our headquarters is in Sydney, Australia, and we have a satellite office in Chengdu, China. Our product design service comes with unlimited revisions and a 100%...
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MetaBlock Technologies is a forward-thinking digital solutions company specializing in web development, mobile apps, UI/UX design, and custom software. With a team of innovators and tech experts, we help startups and enterprises transform ideas into impactful digital products. Our focus on creativity...
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Agmo Tech is the largest local software team with more than 200 members, operating for over 12 years since 2012...
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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...
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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...
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Dasha Wagner is an award-winning digital designer with over a decade of experience. Throughout her career, Dasha has collaborated with several well-known brands, such as Disney, Universal Studios, Aveda, Walmart, and Southeastern Groceries...
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Our fields of expertise: software development, mobile app development, web development, virtual reality development, app development, app modernization and optimization services, DevOps consulting services, software testing...
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Invonto is an award-winning digital transformation partner for America’s top brands. We build innovative digital solutions that deliver digital success and revenue growth for our clients. Our team has ten years of experience in mobile and web application development...
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Immersive Technologies Hub is your premier destination for fulfilling all your marketing and communication requirements. Our comprehensive range of services encompasses the latest immersive technologies, ensuring that your brand stands out in a competitive landscape. With our expertise and dedication to...
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I'm Maddy Young, senior product designer. Currently I'm in Los Angeles, CA but Originally from Boston, MA. I'm formerly an Architectural Designer...
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A360Z is a brand strategy and design agency helping future-forward companies launch faster and grow revenue. We partner with startups and enterprises building complex products in competitive markets, where clarity and differentiation drive performance...
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At Notix, we specialize in comprehensive application software development, covering web, desktop, and mobile platforms. Our philosophy emphasizes harnessing the collective productivity of our team rather than diversifying our services, allowing us to focus solely on creating exceptional products...
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Active Theory is a creative digital production studio specializing in immersive web experiences, interactive storytelling, real-time 3D environments, AR/VR applications, and innovative digital campaigns. The agency blends design, technology, and narrative to create award-winning experiences for global brands...
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Haya Solutions is a leading management and business consulting firm especialised in leading organizations to success using technology. We are not only a technology partner but we are a business partner owning your business goals and objectives and combine our expertise to acheive them...
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You are ready to hire a VR or AR agency when you have a clear use case connected to a measurable business goal, not just general excitement about immersive technology. A strong sign you are too early is when nobody can clearly explain what success would actually look like.
Before reaching out to AR or VR companies, make sure you can answer a few basic questions:
If those things are still unclear, the first part of the agency engagement will likely be spent defining fundamentals instead of building the product, and you will still be paying for that time.
The organizations that get the best results from VR and AR agencies usually come in with a defined goal, realistic expectations, and a clear internal owner for the project. The brief does not need to be perfect, but it should be developed enough for the agency to improve and challenge it, not create it from scratch.
For most companies, starting with a pilot is the smarter option. It lowers risk, helps validate the idea, and usually leads to a better full build later.
A good VR or AR pilot should focus on:
The goal is to learn quickly: Does the experience feel intuitive? Are users comfortable using it? Does it actually improve behavior or outcomes the way you expected? Those insights are often more valuable than the demo itself.
A pilot is usually enough to reveal practical issues around interaction design, hardware limitations, onboarding, and user adoption before you commit to a much larger investment.
Committing to a full build upfront only makes sense in a few situations:
Strong VR and AR agencies will usually support a phased approach and help define what should be tested before scaling the project further.
A fair VR or AR contract should clearly give you ownership of the final deliverables: 3D assets, environments, source files, and interaction logic. If ownership terms are vague or missing, address that before signing.
A few areas deserve close attention:
Strong VR and AR agencies are usually comfortable with reasonable IP ownership and portability terms. If an agency pushes back heavily on those points, pay attention.
Post-launch support is where many VR and AR projects become unexpectedly expensive. Before signing with an agency, make sure you understand exactly what happens after launch.
A few important questions to ask:
ROI for a VR or AR project starts with one question: what business metric are you trying to improve, and what is that improvement worth financially? If you cannot answer that before talking to agencies, the project is still too vague.
The process is simpler than it sounds. Start with your current baseline: what does the problem cost today, or what result are you trying to improve? Then estimate what a realistic improvement would save or generate each year.
For example:
Industry benchmarks can help set expectations. Some enterprise AR/VR deployments report:
Then compare those potential gains against the full project cost, not just the agency fee. Include:
A VR project that costs $150,000 and saves $200,000 a year in training costs is relatively easy to justify. One that mainly creates a visually impressive demo without measurable business impact is much harder to defend financially.
Good VR and AR agencies should also be able to show examples of projects where they tracked results before and after launch. If they cannot connect the work to a business metric, that is important to notice early.
Rated 4.8 on Google and 4.7 on Trustpilot, DesignRush Agency Directory is a reliable resource for finding VR & augmented reality companies. We owe this to our executive selection team, which follows a strict screening process when featuring agencies on the platform, assessing key performance indicators, like portfolio, client reviews, and industry reputation.
Learn more about DesignRush Agency Ranking Methodology.
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 30,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
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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:
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:
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.
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:
Building an AR/VR app usually takes between 3 and 12 months, depending on the complexity, features, integrations, graphics quality, and team size.
The timelines increase when the project includes:
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:
If an AR or VR company avoids these conversations, push harder before committing.
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:
If an AR or VR company avoids these conversations, push harder before committing.
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:
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:
A strong VR or AR agency will separate technology-driven changes from client-requested scope changes and explain both clearly upfront.
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:
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.
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:
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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