Best Educational App Development Companies

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  • Yalantis

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    Trusted software engineering and IT consulting company
    We deliver cutting-edge, scalable, and fully functional software products and ecosystems that help clients achieve their specific objectives.
    Warsaw, Poland
    500 - 999 $45/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Twistag

    Product & Software Development Agency
    Weve worked with some incredible companies. We build digital brands, products and experiences that represent youyour product, your company, and your audience.Key ClientsNikeKenckoVolkswagen [...]
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Under 49 $50/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Essential Designs

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    Software Application Developers for Web, Mobile and Desktop
    Essential Designs is a team of custom application developers based ion Canada. We specialize in custom software and app development. Save 35% on your project with the Canadian Dollar!
    Vancouver, Canada
    50 - 99 $50/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Cubix

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    Building Custom Software and Mobile App Solutions Since 2008
    Cubix is the preferred partner for Fortune 500 companies, SMEs, and enterprises. We help businesses innovate, transform, and scale through cutting-edge mobile app, and custom software solutions.
    West Palm Beach, Florida
    250 - 499 $49/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Designli

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    Designli is a top-rated development firm for mobile apps and custom software.
    Top-rated development firm for mobile apps, web apps, and custom software.
    Greenville, South Carolina
    Under 49 $65/hr $50,000 & Up
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  • Naked Development

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    We are a Creative Development Agency & Consultancy.
    First we listen and strip down your idea to reveal the core of your business objectives.This means designing a strategy that will best support the users total experience, end-to-end.Then our US-ba [...]
    Irvine, California
    Under 49 Inquire $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Zazz

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    The app creation specialists you need!
    Zazz is a leading American mobile app development company with a team of 275+ software engineers and designers dedicated to building and maintaining mobile and web applications and government apps.
    Seattle, Washington
    250 - 499 $50/hr Inquire
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  • Get Widget

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    Flutter App Development Company
    GetWidget is a Premier Flutter app development company that delivers robust Flutter app development services with an in-house team of 50+ developers across various Tech stack like NodeJS,React,GraphQL [...]
    Bengaluru, India
    50 - 99 $25/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • EffectiveSoft

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    You have challenges. We have solutions.
    At EffectiveSoft, we help forward-thinking companies transform vision into reality through innovation and technology. Our nearshore and offshore custom software development solutions include cloud mig [...]
    San Diego, California
    250 - 499 $50/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Admios

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    Nearshore Software Development Services
    Need devs but in a hiring freeze? Continue to build and increase productivity with our nearshore software development resources. We provides highly skilled, team-based resources to companies that need [...]
    San Francisco, California
    50 - 99 $55/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Techuz

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    Delivering Promises
    Techuz offers a complete suite of premium web and mobile solutions, encompassing everything from UI/UX to wireframing, website creation, web App, AI development, mobile app development. We ensure an [...]
    Ahmedabad, India
    50 - 99 $18/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • ELEKS

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    ELEKS, a trusted partner for guaranteed software engineering excellence, quality, and transparency.
    ELEKS is the partner of choice for many leading enterprises, SMEs and technology challengers. We help businesses elevate their value through custom software development, product design, QA and consult [...]
    Chicago, Illinois
    1000 & Up $50/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • GeekyAnts

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    Build. Accelarate. Scale.
    GeekyAnts is an avant-garde design and development studio, distinguished for creating transformative solutions across web and mobile platforms. We specialize in social network app development too.
    San Francisco, California
    250 - 499 $25/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Rubyroid Labs

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    Ruby on Rails Development Company
    Rubyroid Labs is a firm that specializes in full-cycle Ruby on Rails development. Since 2013, our company has developed software for both startups and established businesses all around the globe that [...]
    Warsaw, Poland
    50 - 99 $35/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Build Me App Inc.

    A Gateway to the Application Development Marketplace.
    We are a software consulting firm with more than 22 years of experience in web and mobile app development. We offer our services to a range of businesses, from startups to enterprises.
    Toronto, Canada
    Under 49 $10/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Groovy Web

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    DesignRush Design Award Winner
    Top Mobile App and Web Development Company.
    Groovy Web is highly recommended for building cutting-edge digital solutions like web, mobile apps, SaaS, MVP, MERN, bots, and browser extensions to help businesses ranging from startups to mid-sized [...]
    Nadiad, India
    100 - 249 $25/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Go Logo Now

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    We Build Brands, We Generate Leads & We Build Bridges!
    GO LOGO NOW has perfected the ideation and pronouncements of technology over the years by drinking the cocktail of motivation, innovation, materialization and amalgamation, with addition of exhaustive [...]
    Irvington, New Jersey
    100 - 249 $25/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • SEM Nexus

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    Startup App Experts
    SEM Nexus is an award-winning startup app agency focused on building and marketing startup mobile apps. We live, breathe, and dream startups. They are our life, our passion. Let us help you make your [...]
    New York City, New York
    Under 49 $100/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Ronas IT

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    DesignRush Design Award Winner
    Design, development, maintenance.
    We design and develop web and mobile apps for startups, small and medium businesses.
    Tallinn, Estonia
    50 - 99 $50/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • ScienceSoft

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    Healthcare Software from ISO 13485-Certified Vendor
    In healthcare software development for 18 years. Core features in 2-6 months, compliant with HIPAA, GDRP, FDA, and MDR. Their 150+ healthcare customers report 95% CSAT, 90+% diagnostic accuracy, $7M y [...]
    McKinney, Texas
    500 - 999 $50/hr Inquire
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  • MindSea

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    START HERE to Create Your Winning Health App
    We work with experienced entrepreneurs and business owners like you, taking your first steps into mobile app development. Healthcare | Medical | Wellness | Fitness
    Halifax, Canada
    Under 49 Inquire Inquire
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  • TechAvidus

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    Building Custom Software, web and mobile solutions
    Outsmart the competition with best-in-class Custom Software development, web & mobile app development & digital marketing services. Build digital products that let people do things differently. Acquir [...]
    Chicago, Illinois
    50 - 99 $18/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Saigon Technology

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    Building Innovative Custom Web & App and Fully-integrated Agile Software Development Teams
    Saigon Technology specializes in custom web and app design & development for growing startups and enterprises. Affordable cost, high quality services with project based or fully integrated dedicated s [...]
    Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
    500 - 999 $35/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Diffco

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    Reliable mobile&web development partner
    Diffco is a Silicon Valley-based development company specializing in providing businesses with teams of senior developers to drive their success in the market.
    Sunnyvale, California
    Under 49 $85/hr $50,000 & Up
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  • Trango Tech

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    Driving Change Through Technology - Apps, Ecommerce, Staff Aug, BPO, Next Gen Tech and more!
    We are the nerds that every company wants in their tech division; experience, innovative and imaginative to the core!With more than 200 innovative software products and solution delivered, Trango [...]
    San Jose, California
    100 - 249 $25/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Binmile

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    Innovating digitally to enable businesses to scale!
    Binmile is a globally recognized software engineering company that empowers businesses to excel digitally and craft successful software solutions.
    Claymont, Delaware
    250 - 499 $45/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • LeverX

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    Innovate Today to Lead Tomorrow
    LeverX, an SAP Gold Partner, brings unparalleled expertise nurtured since 2004, delivering successful projects across manufacturing, automotive, and more.
    Miami, Florida
    1000 & Up $75/hr Inquire
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  • Blue Orbits

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    Resource Augmentation Company For Funded Startups
    Our technical excellence ensures that we ignite innovation while safeguarding your MVPs through cost-effective resources.
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    50 - 99 $15/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • CXR

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    Next Generation, Tech Solutions
    CXR.Agency is an award-winning full-cycle software development and IT Consulting company building full-stack Web, Mobile, Blockchain, XR and AI applications as well as providing Staff Augmentation and [...]
    New York City, New York
    100 - 249 $100/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • You are launched

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    Launching Startups that get Success Stories
    Full cycle software development company that launches high-quality digital products with Lean Startup approach. In other words, we are building scalable apps in a wise staged approach that allows to s [...]
    Dnipro, Ukraine
    Under 49 $40/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Calibrate

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    DesignRush Design Award Winner
    We craft digital experiences that spark joy
    Calibrate designs and builds websites, dashboards, mobile apps, and enterprise tools in a cost effective and scalable manner.
    Chicago, Illinois
    Under 49 $72/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • RNO1

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    RNO1 is a global branding & digital growth agency for modern brands.
    RNO1 is a Global Branding & Digital Growth Agency. Guiding Tech and Commerce Brands across Platforms and Places. Creating Radical Digital Experiences.
    San Francisco, California
    50 - 99 Inquire Inquire
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  • Innofied Solution

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    Guaranteeing a 5 star experience!
    Innofied Solution stands as an accomplished mobile and web app development company, with a global presence across six offices in India, California, New York, and Australia. Boasting a dedicated team o [...]
    Kolkata, India
    50 - 99 $25/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Hubspire

    An innovation driven app development company
    Hubspire stands as a premier mobile app development firm situated in the heart of New York City. Renowned for our exceptional and unique end-to-end app solutions and educational app, we cater to both [...]
    New York City, New York
    50 - 99 $100/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Resourcifi

    Your Vision, Our Excellence.
    Resourcifi is a leading outsourcing company that specializes in providing high-quality and cost-effective solutions for businesses worldwide. With a team of skilled professionals and a client-centric [...]
    Wilmington, Delaware
    100 - 249 $30/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Twenty Ideas

    Partnering with innovators to create a healthier world through technology
    We're a product design agency developing custom software solutions for health, learning, and more. We partner with innovators to bring purpose to the digital world through what we make and how we make [...]
    Eugene, Oregon
    Under 49 $100/hr $50,000 & Up
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  • Singsys

    Top class app development solutions
    Singsys is a leading digital transformation company that offers innovative and cutting-edge solutions to empower businesses in today's fast-paced digital landscape. With a strong presence in the IT in [...]
    Singapore, Singapore
    100 - 249 $50/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Scopic

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    Your Cross-continental, Digital Innovation Partner
    With over 15 years of experience as a software product development company, we plan, build and promote new applications so you don't have to.Scopic excels in desktop, web, and mobile app developme [...]
    Marlborough, Massachusetts
    250 - 499 $40/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • DigitilizeWeb

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    Make things happen
    DigitilizeWeb takes pride in everything we do and collaborate with our clients to develop the most effective strategies for their businesses. We create a unique tone for your business and communicate [...]
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Under 49 $20/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Glorium Technologies

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    Your Idea. Our Innovation and Engineering
    Glorium Technologies specializes in tech consulting and engineering for Healthcare and Real Estate. We offer comprehensive software development services, from planning to maintenance. Our mission is t [...]
    Princeton, New Jersey
    250 - 499 $50/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Codup

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    Web, App & Custom Software Development for SMBs, Retailers and eCommerce Brands
    We're a Web and Software Development Company with 100+ team members who all work together to make your project a success. With 10 years of expertise and 1500+ projects under our belt, we've efficient [...]
    Houston, Texas
    100 - 249 $25/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Verified
    Get what matters!
    Suffescom is a leading mobile app development company offering top-notch solutions across diverse industries.
    Los Angeles, California
    250 - 499 Inquire $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Phenomenon Studio

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    Full service studio for both startups and established businesses
    Phenomenon is an international full-cycle product development company focused on building products that matter. Phenomenon has grown into a top-rated international agency with offices in Poland, Eston [...]
    Wroclaw, Poland
    50 - 99 $55/hr Inquire
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  • Wolfpack Digital

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    Powerful Web and Mobile Apps Start-to-End
    Winner of the European Technology Awards for the App Development category!
    Cluj-Napoca, Romania
    50 - 99 $70/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Simpalm

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    Promising customized mobile apps and solutions
    Discover excellence in cross-platform app development and digital solutions with Simpalm. We are more than an Android app development company; we are your partner in crafting exceptional mobile and we [...]
    Rockville, Maryland
    Under 49 Inquire $10,000 - $25,000
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  • AppsChopper

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    Ideas Delivered
    AppsChopper develops market-winning apps by bringing your distinctive vision to fruition. Our digital solutions combine personalized technology with your company's character, increasing the value of y [...]
    New York City, New York
    100 - 249 $55/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • HDWEBSOFT

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    Bring your vision to life
    HDWEBSOFT is a leading software outsourcing company in Vietnam, known for its high-quality services, affordable pricing, and reliable team. With over 250 experienced engineers and a decade of expertis [...]
    Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
    250 - 499 $35/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • LinkUp Studio

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    Get business-driven web & mobile apps with end-to-end support and expert guidance
    Product-driven software development & design company delivering high-quality web&mobile digital products for startups and small & medium businesses.International award-winning agency:- TOP 20 De [...]
    New York City, New York
    50 - 99 $60/hr $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Halo Lab

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    DesignRush Design Award Winner
    DESIGN-DRIVEN WEB DEVELOPMENT THAT BOOSTS GROWTH
    $370M total our clients funding // 350+ completed projects // MVP in 3 month
    San Francisco, California
    100 - 249 Inquire Inquire
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  • Verified
    We Build Brands
    Caveni Digital is a unique web design agency headquartered in Philadelphia. We take immense pride in the vast design diversity in the websites we create. Our team specializes in website development, d [...]
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Under 49 $125/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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Educational App Developer Hiring Guide

What is an educational app development company?

An educational app development company builds scalable programs and platforms to facilitate virtual learning. It does this by using modern technology and tools, such as: 

  • Augmented reality (AR)/virtual reality (VR) 
  • Cloud computing 
  • Artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) 
  • Video streaming 
  • Voice recognition 
  • Blockchain 

The educational app market has been rising for the past 10 years, with an expected annual growth rate of 10% from 2022-2027. Moreover, data shows that its market volume will reach $10 billion by 2027. The factors affecting its growth are: 

  • Demand for STEM-based applications 
  • Adoption of digital solutions in schools 
  • Government regulations and initiatives 

In 2022, the language learning app Duolingo was the most downloaded education application worldwide with 98 million downloads. Ranking second was the educational worldbuilding app Toca Life World with 72 million downloads. 

What do educational app developers do?

Educational app developers create, modify, test, optimize, and maintain applications for online learning. Some even provide IT training and in-house support. Generally, educational app development companies offer the following services: 

Custom web and app design and development  

  • Minimum viable product (MVP) development  
  • UI/UX design 
  • Prototyping 
  • Wireframing 
  • Data architecture and analytics 
  • User testing and quality assurance 
  • Software maintenance and optimization 

The range of services you will need depends on your project scope. For example, a brain training mobile app might only need custom app development and maintenance. Meanwhile, a learning management system will require more comprehensive services and support, as it must have different dashboards for the student, teacher, and parent. It will also need to comply with your country’s educational regulations. 

Here are common types of educational apps with examples: 

  • Learning management systems (LMS): Canvas, Edmodo, Adobe Learning Manager 
  • Classroom apps: Class Dojo, Seesaw, Prodigy Education 
  • Test preparation apps: SAT Flashcards, IELTS Prep App, Professional Pocket Prep 
  • Reading and writing apps: AdaptedMind, Writing Wizard, HOMER 
  • Language learning apps: Duolingo, Babbel, Rosetta Stone 
  • Online courses: Coursera, edX, LinkedIn Learning 
  • Brain training apps: Elevate, Lumosity, Wordle 
  • Multipurpose learning apps: Khan Academy, Kahoot!, Skillshare 
  • Onboarding and Orientation apps: BambooHR, Absorb LMS, Rippling 
  • Corporate training apps: EduBrite, Udemy, Hoopla 

How long does it take to develop an educational app?

It takes at least 519 hours to develop an educational app. However, the process can take longer, depending on your product scope, features, and platform. Below is a breakdown of the developmental hours for an EdTech app per stage of the development process. 

Stage Estimated number of hours 
Wireframing 32  
Designing 40 
SRS 17
Test case 10
App development 220
Backend development 160
App testing 40

The timeline for education app development can also vary depending on the features you want to incorporate: 

Features Estimated number of hours 
Sign up/login page 43
Navigation/search filters 23
Profile page/dashboard 41
Course17
Payment portals 36
Menu 95
Push notifications 14
Student management system 56
Course text/examination 55

These estimates cover only one platform or operating system. A cross-device educational app will require more hours. 

What is the difference between education and eLearning apps?

The difference between an education app and an eLearning app is the structure. Although some use the terms interchangeably, eLearning applications are often tied to educational institutions, making them more formal in structure and scope. On the other hand, educational applications are broader in scale, as they can encompass anything from word games to LMS. 

Here is a table, showing the differences and similarities between eLearning and education apps: 

 Education applications eLearning applications 
Requires teacher-student interactions Not always Yes 
Follows a set curriculum or learning module Not always Yes 
Has to comply with educational regulations and policies Not always Yes 
Enables online learning YesYes 
Examples Duolingo, Coursera, Evernote Google Classroom, Edmodo, Zoom Education 

How much do educational app developers charge for their services?

An educational app developer charges at least $10,000 for an MVP. Meanwhile, the top 50 educational app developers on DesignRush charge an average of $54/hour. 6.3% of education app developers on DesignRush accept projects with a minimum budget under $1,000, and 4% accept a minimum budget over $50,000. 

The cost of developing an educational app varies depending on the agency’s location and level of expertise as well as the complexity of your app. Here’s how much educational app developers charge per region: 

Region Hourly rate Cost of developing an MVP Cost of developing a full-scale app 
US $95 - $150 $90,000 - $110,000 $160,000 - $200,000 
Europe $45 - $80 $40,000 - $95,000 $75,000 - $160,000 
Canada  $90 - $130 $34,000 - $80,000 $136,000+ 
Australia $90 - $130 $34,000 - $80,000 $136,000+ 
Asia $25 - $500 $7,000 - $27,000 $30,000+ 

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While creating an educational app can be costly, it can also be profitable. In 2022, Chegg Study earned $766 million in revenue, making it the highest-earning education app globally. Additionally, the US education app industry generated $274 million in revenue in 2022. This is expected to increase further as the market grows. 

Why should you hire educational app developers?

You should hire educational app developers because they have the expertise and technology to produce high-quality apps within a reasonable timeline and budget. They also help ensure your app's long-term growth by making it scalable, improving the user experience, performing quality assurance, and implementing security measurements.  

Below are the specific benefits of hiring educational app developers: 

1. Specialized expertise 

An educational app requires more than technical expertise, it also requires in-depth industry knowledge of the education sector. This can range from knowing the different learning levels to understanding the technological capabilities of teachers. While this may come as readily available knowledge for experienced educational app developers, general app developers may have to conduct time-consuming industry research. 

Moreover, educational app developers may also hold instructional design certificates and other accreditations that allow them to tailor solutions to meet the unique requirements of educational institutions, learners, and instructors. 

For example, the educational app development company Appiventiv has over six years of experience in the education industry. So, when Vodafone India Foundation partnered with the agency to build the online learning platform Gurushala, it knew that the app should not only focus on students. The app also needed to engage teachers.   

That is why Appiventiv also included games and reward systems for both students and teachers when it created Gurushala. As a result, Vodafone India Foundation received $2.1 million in funds for the app and onboarded 150,000+ teachers and students onto Gurushala. 

2. Compliance with the latest policies  

Educational apps need extra security and accessibility measures compared to regular apps because children and people with specialized needs often use them. For example, compliance with the COPPA, ADA, and User Agent Accessibility Guidelines (UAAG) may be necessary. 

Educational apps must also follow the latest teaching and developmental learning principles, like the ISTE Standards. General app developers can easily miss these compliance measures. 

In contrast, educational app developers follow these guidelines and policies daily. Moreover, they often collaborate with educational institutions, industry partners, and accessibility to stay updated on the best practices. As such, you can be certain that your educational app complies with the latest educational technology policies and guidelines. 

For instance, X2 Mobile is part of the European EdTech Alliance and EIT Urban Mobility. Because of this, its educational apps have the advantage of using the latest educational and accessibility guidelines and being registered in the European EdTech ecosystem. 

3. Cross-platform development 

Small in-house app development teams have limited skills and often specialize in one platform or operating system. On the flip side, educational app development agencies will provide you with a wide range of talents.  

They’re also certified Android, iOS, and Windows developers. As such, they can ensure that your app functions on Android and iOS operating systems as well as on the desktop and website. 

One such example is Techugo. With expertise in Android, iOS, and web development, the educational app developer helped Sterkla become an accessible coaching platform. It developed intuitive mobile and web app platforms so customers can easily use the app from their mobile, tablet, and desktop. As a result, Sterkla gained 30,000+ downloads. 

4. Cost efficiency 

Having an in-house educational app development team can be more expensive than hiring an agency. That’s because you will have to invest in employee salary and training. Additionally, you will also need to buy the necessary technology, software, credentials, and other tools to build an educational app. For example, Apple requires an annual fee of $99 - $299 to distribute an app on its store. 

This can be quite expensive for an educational institution, as information technology makes up merely 4.9% of its annual spending. Plus, a community college’s IT department has less than 38 full-time staff members on average.  

When you hire an educational app developer, you do not have to worry about all these expenses, as they often offer a packaged rate for all their services. Their prices might be more affordable due to their supplier discounts. Other educational app developers can even scale their teams as your demands for IT services grow. 

5. Speed to market 

An in-house IT team may need a longer timeline to develop your app because they have other responsibilities. This includes maintaining your enrollment and financial systems and helping students, staff, and teachers with their daily IT issues. 

Meanwhile, educational app developers have streamlined the end-to-end process. They will also provide you with a dedicated team of experts. As such, you can experience faster development cycles and reduced time-to-market. 

How do you choose the best educational app developers?

You can choose the best educational app developer by following the steps below: 

  1. Project scope: Identify your educational app type, target audiences and their learning levels, features, and budget. 
  2. Technology: Understand the different technologies and platforms used for learning apps and choose the ones that best suit your target audiences. For example, educational institutions often use one type of operating system for the entire school. However, if you’re targeting more general audiences, you will need a multi-platform educational application. 
  3. Educational policies: Research on educational guidelines and policies that affect your target audiences. For example, Australia has national guidelines for screen time for children under the age of 17.  
  4. Experience: Search for educational app developers with the skills, experience, and tech stack that match your project scope. Educational app developers who have worked with projects like yours can give you valuable advice on how to improve your product.  
  5. Educational app developer location: Consider the educational app developer’s location. It is important to note that while offshore agencies have more affordable rates, they might not be as familiar with the educational laws in your country as inshore agencies. 
  6. Due diligence: Verify their credibility by checking their portfolio, case studies, and client testimonials and reviews. 
  7. Verification: Set up interviews with your shortlisted educational app development companies to see if they’re compatible with your team.  
  8. Budget: Send a request for a proposal (RFP) together with your project scope and timeline to your shortlisted educational app developers. 
  9. Selection: Choose the educational app development company and establish your project management process. 

For a tailored list of educational app developers, contact us. Our team will help you find the most suitable agency based on your list of requirements. You can browse our Marketplace for more details. 

What questions should you ask educational app developers before you hire one?

You can ask educational app developers the following: 

Its Relevant Background 

  1. What is your educational app development expertise?  
  2. Do you have experience developing educational apps for my specific target audience and their learning levels? 
  3. How familiar are you with my country’s educational guidelines and policies? Do you have certificates and accreditations to prove it? For instance, are you familiar with the Common Core State Standards? 
  4. Do you have experience developing cross-platform apps? How do you ensure that my apps can be used by learners at home, school, and other environments? 
  5. Have you built and grown apps like my educational app? If so, can you share your experiences? 

Company Services and Processes 

  1. What technology, methodologies, and coding languages do you specialize in? 
  2. What UI/UX best practices do you use that are specific to my target audience’s learning level? 
  3. How do you test for quality, usability, and accessibility? How do you comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), Human Interface Guidelines, ADA, and UAAG? 
  4. How do you ensure that my educational app will comply with data security and privacy regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule? 
  5. Do your services come with a warranty? 
  6. Do you offer continued support and maintenance after product launch? 
  7. What’s your process for fixing bugs and issues? 

The Project 

  1. How do you ensure that my product aligns with current teaching practices? 
  2. Can you provide integrations with other educational apps? For example, can you integrate my educational app with the different LMS? 
  3. How do you set project milestones, timelines, and KPIs? 
  4. How do you update clients on current project progress? 
  5. How much involvement will I have during the product’s development? 
  6. What flexibility do you offer in adjusting resources, timelines, and budgets when project scope changes? 
  7. What’s your turnover process? Do you provide skills training and workshops to both my team and future users, like schools and colleges? 
  8. Who owns the source code after development? 
  9. How will you help grow my app? How will you monetize my educational app? 

What are the best educational app developers in the US?

The top 10 educationnal app developers in the US are: 

  • Techugo 
    • 4.6 stars on Google (9 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Milkbun, Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University, Lifology, Byju 
  • SoluLab 
    • 3.0 stars on Google (2 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Cambridge, Georgia Tech, Goldman Sachs, Instaclass 
  • Hidden Brains Infotech 
    • 5.0 stars on Google (3 reviews) 
    • Top clients: DHL, Caterpillar Inc, StudyGate, ATP STAR 
  • Innowise Group 
    • 4.9 stars on DesignRush (19 reviews) 
    • 3 stars on Google (2 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Deloitte, Accenture, BMW, VOKA 
  • Designli 
    • 4.9 stars on DesignRush (20 reviews) 
    • 5.0 stars on Google (73 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Rotary, Goodwill, Michelin, Bank of London 
  • Zazz 
    • 5.0 stars on DesignRush (95 reviews) 
    • 5.0 stars on Google (12 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Harvard Innovation Labs, Citibank, BBC News, JP Morgan 
  • Admios 
    • 4.7 stars on DesignRush (6 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Converse, Salesforce, Invoca, Business Talent Group 
  • ELEKS 
    • 4.9 stars on DesignRush (27 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Aramex, Blackboard, KukaTree, Autodesk 
  • TechAvidus 
    • 4.9 stars on DesignRush (28 reviews) 
    • 5.0 stars on Google (2 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Pfizer, EShopBox, Origin, GateKeeper Press 
  • Diffco 
    • 4.9 stars on DesignRush (26 reviews) 
    • 5.0 stars on Google (22 reviews) 
    • Top clients: Nokia, International Business Times, Nimbus Web Inc, LE Solutions 

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About The Author and Expert Reviewer
Julie Celestial is experienced in journalism and digital marketing. She was a news and current affairs writer at ABS-CBN and The Watchers News before transitioning into digital marketing as an SEO Content Manager at Plastic Phobia UK. Her articles have landed the #1 spot on SERPs, including the website and app trends on DesignRush. She has also built agency expertise after working with over a thousand agency profiles on the site.
Chief Technology Officer
Gary Kuznetsov is a seasoned programmer, web developer, and certified Laravel developer. He was a Senior PHP developer at Blue Fountain Media, then soon became Head of Development at Digital Silk. With hundreds of successful websites/applications deployed throughout his career, it is no surprise that he is now a Chief Technology Officer at DesignRush, spearheading digital products and solutions to meet the company’s challenges and objectives.