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7 Companies - Rankings updated: August 28, 2026

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  • 500 Designs

    Elevate Experiences and Activate Growth

    World-leading website design and branding agency based in California, specializing in Branding, Website Design and Development, UI/UX design for applications, and AI Strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed

    500 Designs Services

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Advertising
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    • Google
    • Fresh Del Monte
    • 3M
    • Cisco
    • TikTok
    • Delta
    • HubSpot
    • UFC Gym
    • Yelp
    • KBS
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    500 Designs Reviews & Testimonials

    • Undisclosed
      Undisclosed Executive at Self-Storage Software Co.
      5.0 ★

      Project Management Review from Undisclosed

      We engaged 500 Designs for product and web design and development, aiming to enhance our software platform to bolster brand awareness. The agency elevated our website traffic and brand recognition. 500 Designs showcased proactive project management skills, maintaining clear communication channels through Slack and Google Drive. The agency's sense of ownership and dedication to our project were impressive, ensuring a smooth and efficient collaboration.

    • David Miller
      David Miller CEO at David Todd Miller
      5.0 ★

      Web Development Review from David Miller

      David Miller, CEO of David Todd Miller, acknowledged 500 Designs for its comprehensive services encompassing web development, branding, and digital marketing for a fitness platform. The agency's responsibilities included designing the website's UX, crafting a digital strategy, and implementing SEO strategies. Miller valued 500 Designs' meticulous planning, timely delivery, clear and consistent communication, and expertise.

    • Jonathan Lewis
      Jonathan Lewis Marketing Manager at Rebello's Towing Services
      5.0 ★

      Web Development Review from Jonathan Lewis

      Jonathan Lewis, Marketing Manager at Rebello's Towing Services, applauded 500 Designs' work on rebuilding the company's website. Using elements from the previous website, the agency provided a fresh and user-friendly design. Lewis was satisfied with the agency's work, which surpassed expectations. He commended 500 Designs' helpfulness throughout the process, effective project management, and meticulous attention to detail.

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    4.6 4.6 (3)
    5.0 5.0 (16)

  • Apex Web Studios

    Design Deliver Dominate

    We convert businesses into brands by building booming and beautiful online presences for them...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    Apex Web Studios Services

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Design Services
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Short Order Products
    • Safe Heaven Health
    • Falcon Pos
    • YASO Basketball
    • Soho Taco
    • Excel Psychiatric Care
    • Coach Jessica Micheals
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Apex Web Studios Reviews & Testimonials

    • Linda Reddin
      Linda Reddin Founder at A Strategic Edge Coaching
      4.8 ★

      Web Design Review from Linda Reddin

      I had a wonderful experience working with Ali and the team at Apex Web Studios on my website, A Strategic Edge Coaching. From the beginning, Ali was professional, responsive, patient, and took the time to understand my vision and business goals. He was very easy to work with and always open to my feedback and revisions. He explained everything clearly and made the entire website development process smooth and stress-free. The final website looks professional, modern, and truly reflects my brand and coaching services. I am very happy with the final result and would highly recommend Ali and Apex Web Studios to anyone looking for a reliable, creative, and professional website design and development team. Thank you, Ali, for bringing my vision to life!

    • Deborah Baergen
      Deborah Baergen Owner at Kayden Design Adaptive Clothing
      5.0 ★

      Web Design Review from Deborah Baergen

      The team at Apex web studios are knowledgeable and prompt with their responses. They are easy to work with and definitley want to make sure you're happy with the result. They take your suggestions well and put them into the design as well as coming up with their own suggestions and creativity. Mark and his team are a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend them. Deborah Baergen Kayden Design Canada

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    4.4 4.4 (2)

  • Visiata LLC

    Product Design & Development Agency For SaaS And Fintech

    Visiata is a design and development studio that helps businesses build intuitive digital products through integrated strategy, design, and engineering. The studio combines product strategy, UI/UX design, web and mobile development, and ongoing product support to create scalable, high-performance digital...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • AI Development
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Brentwood, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed

    Visiata LLC Services

    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • AI Development
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • IT Services
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    • Colgate
    • Republic Crypto
    • Sagetap
    • Delivery Domain
    • Voice
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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  • Bit Code Solution

    Empowering Business Through Tech

    BitCodeSolution boosts your business with super-smart software solutions, business marketing, making innovation and growth a breeze. Were not just any software folks, were here to customize services that fit your unique needs...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Temecula, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    Bit Code Solution Services

    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Software Development
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
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    • Stagley Davis Properties Group
    • Pin Homes
    • Floorify Canada
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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  • Laguna Digital

    Serving Businesses Across All Industries

    Laguna Digital provides comprehensive printing, design, and marketing services powered by the latest technology. They support businesses across various industries with modern, end-to-end solutions tailored to their needs...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Laguna Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up

    Laguna Digital Services

    • Design Services
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • eCommerce Industry
    • Design Industry
    • Delivery & Takeaway Industry
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Laguna Digital Reviews & Testimonials

    • N Riazati
      N Riazati Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      N Riazati's Review Sourced from Google

      Lagua Digital did a good job on my business cards and catalogues for my business. They even corrected and improved the files I gave them at no extra charge. Very professional and nice customer service. Finally found a graphic & print place to depend on.

    • Paul
      Paul Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Paul's Review Sourced from Google

      I recently worked with Laguna Digital for a complete print-marketing project, and I couldn’t be more impressed! From start to finish the team was professional, responsive and clearly experts in what they do. They helped me select the right materials, gave thoughtful design suggestions, and the finished prints turned out vibrant, crisp and exactly what I had hoped for.

    • Shoaib Azeem
      Shoaib Azeem Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Shoaib Azeem's Review Sourced from Google

      I recently brought some of my old watercolor paintings to Laguna Digital Printing, and I couldn’t believe how beautifully they turned out! Their team scanned and reprinted them with incredible color accuracy — even the tiny brush details looked perfect. The staff was super friendly and really cared about preserving my work. I’m so happy I trusted them with my art!

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    5.0 5.0 (9)

  • QLO Agency

    Strategies, Branding and Digital Products for Companies Who Are Ready for Changes.

    QLO Agency is a Los Angeles based design and technology studio founded in 2024. The firm delivers branding, UX/UI, web and app design, motion graphics, packaging, and 3D animation. With a lean team of under 50, QLO specializes in crafting bold digital experiences for startups, consumer brands, and global...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $110/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed

    QLO Agency Services

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • Creative Services
    • Print Design
    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
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    • ESQUIRE®
    • Inter Padel Club
    • Beats and Brew
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  • Appther

    Transforms Digital Idea Into Reality

    Appther is a software and mobile app development company creating intelligent, scalable, and user-friendly digital solutions powered by innovation and AI...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Signal Hill, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $22/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

    Appther Services

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Staff Augmentation
    • IT Services
    • DevOps Consulting
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    • Joyscore
    • Mybob Team
    • Wave
    • Locasto
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    Appther Reviews & Testimonials

    • Sharma Pk
      Sharma Pk Review from Google
      4.0 ★

      Sharma Pk's Review Sourced from Google

      After searching a lot for a good mobile app development organization, we finally landed on Appther. They provided us with all the technical solutions and resources for our organization with minimal hassle. The products delivered by Appther feature best-in-class performance and an attractive design. The mobile application was smooth and bug-free and allowed us to connect with a big pool of clients. The website was also delivered with full precision and on time. The performance and products delivered by Appther are admirable, they showed the finest class of professionalism and expertise throughout the entire process. Pushpender Kumar General Manager IT A.B Sugars Ltd(Wave Group)

    • Akshay Choudhary
      Akshay Choudhary Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Akshay Choudhary's Review Sourced from Google

      One of the fastest-growing app development companies in Noida. The work environment is very good. They also initiate some fun activities which makes working with the company more fun and easy.

    • Akanksha Pathak
      Akanksha Pathak Review from Google
      5.0 ★

      Akanksha Pathak's Review Sourced from Google

      It is a company that will help you boost your career. I have been working with Appther for quite a while will be going to be a part of this family for a long time. The work culture is friendly and superiors are nothing supportive. Proud to be a part of the Appther family!!

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    4.7 4.7 (23)

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