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User-Centric Product Insights & Design for Enterprise Software
UXReactor Inc., headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, is a globally acclaimed consulting firm known for its excellence in user-centered design. Established in 2015 by two Harvard Business School alumni, the firm was built on a vision to scale the impact of user-centered design across...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
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UXReactor Reviews & Testimonials

Product Design Review from Chris Milner
UXReactor helped us with a UI/UX research process, which included in-person interviews where they walked users through unboxing, connecting, and using the features of our smart air conditioner. From there, the team took the findings and produced a report for us to make improvements to our app and increase our activation rates. In addition to the report, UXReactor also redesigned some parts of our app using Figma.The project required a very iterative process, so we required more than one discovery call to get started. In fact, they didn't just work with me; we also integrated our consumer marketing insights team to identify participants. We also collaborated with them to figure out how to recruit the right users based on our target customer profiles.Additionally,UXReactor recruited participants for us, going through their database to find actual users. Then, they brought a researcher and a designer to interview all the participants on-site in their location. That was actually a challenge because we're a remote team, but we needed a physical location to show the actual air conditioner to the participants.After the interviews, UXReactor worked with us to go through the results and the report's structure. We had multiple revisions to ensure that we were pulling out the insights I wanted to find on it. After the report was complete, they actually delivered it to our overseas team, doing a presentation that included the insights and recommendations.

Product Design Review from Dhirendra Kumar
The objective was to create a safety release which would activate at certain weights and fit into an already existing design. Porticos was able to create a strong, lightweight and reusable buckle which fit perfectly into the design both functionally and visually. Their involvement improved the overall safety of our therapeutic equipment, and allowed us to develop another complete product line of similar products with other applications.

UI/UX Design Review from Kamil Qui
The project scope was to to refresh the UX and visual design.The project lead really helped . I was taking care of a lot of other things, so I appreciated getting weekly updates from them. They detailed the work they did and then outlined the next items on the list. They brought up potential roadblocks in advance, making sure wed still meet deadlines.UXReactor worked very closely with us, so they were an extended team from my perspective. I could call upon and engage them in discussions, and we had daily standups.They followed a systematic methodology, and that helped us go through the process of doing user research, collecting feedback, and combining that with the existing product features. Using that, we were able to create a framework that allowed us to continue development.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsDigital and Physical Product Innovation
Delve is a physical and digital product innovation firm...
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- Product Design
- Wearables
- UI/UX Design
- IoT
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsDELVE Services
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DELVE Reviews & Testimonials

Industrial Design Review from Jim Uphoff
With resources being tight and timelines being even tighter, we partnered with Delve to see if we could get the product to market faster. We were very happy with the communication throughout the process, as well as the final output. Their professionalism and work speak for themselves. We learned a lot while working with Delve and look forward to future projects.

Industrial Design Review from J. O'Neill
This work with Delve far exceeded our expectations and today is the catalyst for defining our forward looking product road maps.

Industrial Design Review from Dan Kaiser
Delve helped deepen our knowledge about design thinking and prototyping the customer’s needs/preferences, which is paying high dividends in quickly building our customer base.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsCultivate your B2B Brand
Founded in 1997, BayCreative is a San Francisco based B2B marketing, branding, and digital agency. With a compact team of fewer than 50 professionals, the firm acts as a full-service marketing department in a box for tech companies, offering integrated creative strategy, content, web, video, and campaign...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
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BayCreative Reviews & Testimonials

Branding Review from Andy Dickhut
Ive had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous creative agencies throughout my career and BayCreative has delivered the level of insight, professionalism, and genuine partnership that I have experienced with the best of them. They have been true collaborators, invested in CFCUs vision and committed to helping us bring it to life.Our relationship with BayCreative began when we sought to undertake a full-scale rebranding initiative. CFCU has always prided itself on serving our community with a people-first approach, but we needed a refreshed identity that reflected who weve become and where were heading. We didnt just want a new logo or a new color palettewe wanted to redefine what Community First stood for in the modern financial landscape. BayCreative understood that right away.From the earliest discovery conversations, the BC team listened carefully, challenged us thoughtfully, and helped uncover an authentic narrative at the core of our brand. They guided us not toward trends or gimmicks, but toward something enduring and true to who we are.They have a team of talented creatives who brought our new brand identity to life. From graphic designers to copywriters to video editors, the BayCreative team demonstrated deep expertise. The final deliverables included a refreshed logo, a full identity package, and a bold new brand positioning platform we now call The New Local. This wasnt just a tagline or a sloganit was a strategic redefinition of who we are and why we exist. If you are looking for an agency that will take the time to understand your organization, push your thinking in productive ways, and deliver exceptional creative with professionalism, I cannot recommend BayCreative more highly. They are the real deal!
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsCrafting brands people believe in.
We specialize in innovative small business branding solutions that empower B2B brands to rise above the competition. Our focus is on UI/UX brand strategy, seamlessly integrating branding and marketing efforts to drive significant business growth...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsBrandmagic Services
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Brandmagic Reviews & Testimonials

Logo Design Review from Lexi Piraino
Renee did a magical job on our logos for our new brand, Weekender Hotels as well as our new property, Placid Bay Hotel. Her friendliness and attention to detail and feedback made for a smooth process and timely project. We will absolutely be working with Renee and BrandMagic Agency for all of our properties in the future!
Mark Frisbie's Review Sourced from Google
As a small business, my online presence is all-important and crucial to the success of my business. Brandmagic addressed all of my branding needs above and beyond my expectations. They developed my logo design, my website, and assisted with my online profiles in a way that truly captures the essence of my business and what I want potential customers to know about me. As a result of the creative force behind Brandmagic, I gained new clients and established my business in my region. I can’t say enough good things about my experience with Brandmagic, and I am looking forward to using them again in the near future.
Gregory Falicia's Review Sourced from Google
Renee at Brandmagic LA is fantastic! _ I have used her services for years and she has always gone the extra mile . . . They have done logos, reports , web designs, positioning and much much more . . . I trust her insights - thank you for the logo you did for my new company it is awesome! I Highly recommend connecting with them to see what they can do for your business!
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsCrafting Extraordinary Product Design Experiences.
Founded in 1996, Speck Design is a product design and engineering firm developing medical devices, robotics and consumer hardware. Our strategists, industrial designers and engineers support teams from research and concept development through prototyping and manufacturing readiness...
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- Product Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
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Speck Design Reviews & Testimonials
Alex Joseph's Review Sourced from Google
collaborating with Speck Design has been a game-changer for our project. Their innovative approach, combined with a deep understanding of our needs, led to a product that exceeded all expectations. From the initial concept to the final design, Speck Design's team demonstrated exceptional creativity, technical skill, and a genuine passion for excellence. Their commitment to our vision made them not just a service provider but a valued partner in our success. The finished product stands as a testament to their talents, and we couldn't be more pleased with the results. I highly recommend Speck Design to anyone looking for top-tier design and engineering solutions.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All Reviews2D, 3D, design, live action, AI and music. One studio, from the idea to the screen.
The core of our work is design and storytelling. Loica creates original content for commercials and feature films, broadcast, digital platforms and print. Our team of directors, designers, animators, editors, illustrators, writers and producers works together in our studio in Santiago, Chile. That range lets...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
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Crafting Bold Brands That Drive Conversions
White Rabbit emerges as a prominent creative design agency based in LA, renowned for its team comprising highly skilled individuals dispersed globally. Leveraging diverse international perspectives and extensive creative backgrounds, our agency gains a distinct edge, allowing us to curate stunning designs...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
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We Disrupt Global Brands With UI/UX Design.
We're a global UI UX design and Growth Acceleration Agency, specialising in user experience design, branding, performance marketing, and creative technology that drives businesses forward...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
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A design and investment firm for founders.
Zypsy is a design and investment firm for founders. We design, build, and engineer the brand, product, and websites that exceptional teams use to earn trust from customers, investors, and talent. We invest in the founders we believe in...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Covina, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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Zypsy Reviews & Testimonials
Leo Sanada's Review Sourced from Google
So nice to have an instant access to all the design experts through Slack Channel. Zypsy is a perfect choice for growing startups.
Amor Jackson's Review Sourced from Google
Hiring and managing a creative team got so much easier with Zypsy. They’ve been a key partner in helping us scale our business. Would definitely work with them again.
Taishi Yade's Review Sourced from Google
Thanks to the guys from Zypsy, they helped me a lot with the UX design of our landing page & web app. Fast, efficient and reliable. One of the best teams I've worked with 🙂
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsYou're losing deals you should be winning. We bring clarity to your marketing.
You're losing enterprise deals you should be winning because buyers don't understand what you do. Hunter & Bard fixes that, sharpening your positioning, messaging, and brand so complex B2B products become clear, credible, and easy to buy, turning stalled conversations into closed deals...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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Grapeshoot Is a Graphic Design and Creative Agency.
Grapeshoot is a brand development and marketing agency offering global-quality corporate and product communications services. Our team specializes in providing creative design, expert analysis, and customized client service for your company's demands, without the high overhead costs and lag time associated...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Redwood City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Crafting Compelling Video Content
Binary Pulse Studios, a premier video production agency, creates engaging videos that move, motivate, and educate. Its expert team elevates brands through rich, cinematic imagery and polished post-production visuals. Leveraging versatile studio spaces and cutting-edge technologies, Binary Pulse Studios...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
- VR/AR
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Newport Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
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