Do you need top educational app developers to create engaging, functional, secure, and certified learning apps? Dive into our list of leading educational app development companies with experience in learning management systems, corporate training apps, virtual conferencing and video platforms, and custom educational software. Filter the results via expertise, location, client reviews, pricing, team size, and more to connect with the right company for your project needs. 

DesignRush reviewed 590+ educational app development companies based on their range of services, portfolio, industry reputation, pricing, and client reviews to bring you the best in the industry. Here’s a list of the best educational application developers.

The Number 1 Educational App Developer as Selected by DesignRush Is:

Geniusee

Geniusee educational-app-development
[Source: Geniusee]
  • Best for: Overall
  • Average hourly rate: $40
  • Minimum budget: $25,000 - $50,000
  • Founded: 2016
  • Location: Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Notable clients: MyTutor, Dell, Chegg, Bloomberg

Geniusee has a team of 200+ experts that specializes in developing end-to-end academic, self-education, and business training solutions. This includes learning management systems, mobile learning products, educational platforms, corporate learning software, and school management software.

Since it was established, Geniusee has delivered over 150 projects to brands across 20 countries. It is also ISO-certified, Nielsen Norman Group UX-certified, Scrum Alliance-certified, and a Gold Partner of the International Software Testing Qualifications Board.

MyTutor and Geniusee have worked together on a few projects and formed a strong partnership. For one particular project, MyTutor asked Geniusee to develop two educational platforms for its US market and another two for its UK market.

The educational app developer provided a 40-member team that built platforms with:

  • Multiple integration capabilities
  • Highly secure payment systems
  • Tailored APIs for video lessons
  • Customizable timetables
  • Interfaces for the student, teacher, and tutor

Geniusee finished the minimum viable product (MVP) version within two months. To date, 1,300+ secondary schools use MyTutor.

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X2 Mobile

X2 Mobile educational-app-development
[Source: X2 Mobile]
  • Best for: iOS and Android native app development
  • Average hourly rate: $60
  • Minimum budget: $10,000 - $25,000
  • Founded: 2013
  • Location: Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • Notable clients: ClassLink, Collaborative Classroom, Ubongo Learning

X2 Mobile is dedicated to building dynamic mobile apps and technology for education, with tools that are used by 2,000,000+ students across 1,300 school districts. It offers UI/UX design, user research, mobile cross-platform development, and app maintenance and support services. Plus, it is highly involved with the European EdTech Alliance and EIT Urban Mobility, ensuring its educational apps follow the best practices.

Non-profit educational organization Collaborative Classroom wanted a game that helped children learn how to read and write at home. Using the client’s educational resources, X2 Mobile developed WordWorks — an educational app that taught children how to spell and categorize words through interactive gameplay. Today, the educational application has over 2 million users. Moreover, this project started the six-year partnership between Collaborative Classroom and X2 Mobile.

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Appinventiv

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[Source: Appinventiv]
  • Best for: Educational tech startups
  • Average hourly rate: $25
  • Minimum budget: $25,000 - $50,000
  • Founded: 2015
  • Location: Noida, India
  • Notable clients: Ikea, Google, Boston Consulting Group, Edfundo

With over 1,500 educational app developers, Appinventiv is one of the largest IT services providers worldwide. It also offers a wide range of educational app development services, including:

  • Corporate training apps
  • Induction and orientation apps
  • Employee engagement apps
  • Skill boosting apps
  • Tuition apps
  • Education to Career (E2C) eLearning apps
  • Virtual classroom and video conferencing platforms
  • LMS
  • eLearning apps for the disabled
  • On-demand eLearning apps

In total, Appinventiv has delivered 3,000+ solutions, transformed 500+ legacy systems, and helped startups raise $950+ million in investment.

Wanting to improve financial literacy among children, a group of teachers partnered with Appinventiv. The latter built the end-to-end mobile app Edfundo, using native iOS and Android application-based services. It also implemented flexible parental control features and data analytics to help guardians track their children’s money management.

Through Appventiv’s help, Edfundo earned $3.5 million in seed funding. The client also partnered with Visa and NymCard to improve the app’s capabilities. Lastly, Appventiv helped transform Edfundo into a SaaS-based platform.

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Sapphire Software Solutions

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[Source: Sapphire Software Solutions]
  • Best for: White-label educational apps
  • Average hourly rate: $10
  • Minimum budget: $1,000 – $10,000
  • Founded: 2002
  • Location: Ahmedabad, India
  • Notable clients: American Express, Loreal, Bayer, Vidyayala

Sapphire Software Solutions is a web, mobile app, and software development company that customizes white-label educational apps. This includes interactive eBooks, puzzle-solving apps, worksheet apps, classroom apps, skill-boosting apps powered by AR/VR, and tuition apps.

In the past years, the educational app developer has worked with 2,800+ satisfied clients and achieved a 95% client retention rate. It has also deployed 1,500+ projects across 18 industries and 30+ countries.

Wanting to help educational institutions digitize their school management system, Sapphire Software Solutions developed Vidyayala. The enterprise resource planning solution provides:

  • A mobile app for parents to track their children’s academic progress
  • An online portal where students can access educational resources and school updates
  • An online payment portal
  • A school bus management tool
  • Automated SMS function that sends school alerts and news to parents
  • Electronic exams

Thus far, Vidyayala has served 1,600+ educational institutions globally, including IIT Bombay Campus, Shanti Asiatic School, VEDIC Group of Institutions, and Adani Group of Schools. The app has also produced 1,500+ school reports and has helped train 20,000+ professionals.

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Techugo

Techugo educational-app-development
[Source: Techugo]
  • Best for: On-demand educational apps powered by AI
  • Average hourly rate: Inquire
  • Minimum budget: Inquire
  • Founded: 2015
  • Location: Dulles, VA
  • Notable clients: Milkbun, Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University, Lifology, Byju

Techugo aims to improve the learning experience by producing on-demand educational apps like LMS, student management systems, video conferencing software, exam preparation apps, and language learning apps. It also offers expertise in AR/VR, blockchain development, IoT, artificial intelligence, and mobile app development. Since it was founded, Techugo has built 14,000+ mobile apps and 50+ AI solutions that helped generate $860+ million in revenue for its 800+ clients.

The client collaborated with Techugo and six other educational organizations to build Byju’s. With its skills, Techugo improved the user experience by providing API to third-party vendors, simplifying the course purchasing process, and including personalized features based on data analytics. As a result, Byju’s:

  • Gained over 150 million users
  • Raised $5.6 billion in funding
  • Achieved $18 billion valuation

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SoluLab

SoluLab educational-app-development
[Source: SoluLab]
  • Best for: Blockchain and mobile app development
  • Average hourly rate: $30
  • Minimum budget: $10,000 - $25,000
  • Founded: 2014
  • Location: Woodland, CA
  • Notable clients: Cambridge, Georgia Tech, Goldman Sachs, Instaclass

From progressive web app development to SaaS development and maintenance, SoluLab provides multidisciplinary software engineering services for the educational technology industry. But what makes this agency unique is its free service policy for 15 days. During this time, clients can experience SoluLab’s work and communication strategy before committing to a project.

SoluLab has worked with 500+ happy clients, delivered 1,500+ projects, and wrote 100 million lines of code. Moreover, the educational app developer has 220+ staff members and five global offices.

The client partnered with SoluLab to create an online educational solution. The educational app development company constructed Instaclass, a web and mobile app that supported online sessions, call recording, group chats, tutorial videos and notes, and multi-language support. Additionally, it complied with the Middle East’s educational and data privacy regulations.

As a result, Instaclass was named “Middle East’s first digital learning platform”.

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Hidden Brains Infotech

Hidden Brains Infotech educational-app-development
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  • Best for: Legacy system modernization
  • Average hourly rate: $25
  • Minimum budget: $25,000 – $50,000
  • Founded: 2003
  • Location: Schaumburg, IL
  • Notable clients: DHL, Caterpillar Inc, StudyGate, ATP STAR

Specializing in digital transformation, Hidden Brains Infotech is a software development and IT consulting firm offering eLearning solutions. This includes school management systems, LMS, virtual classrooms, student and academic expert portals, and social and emotional learning solutions. Thus far, Hidden Brains Infotech has worked with 2,000+ clients across 107 countries, launched 5,000+ projects, and won over 15 awards. Additionally, its educational apps have been used by over 50 million students and 70,000 instructors.

Hidden Brains Infotech worked with clients to build ATP STAR, a video-based solution that helps Indian students prepare for engineering and medical exams. To develop this, the educational app developer used Mustache JS to simulate the actual exams and Vimeo and YouTube to host the 4,000+ tutoring videos. It also used Amazon SES and Google Firebase to manage 1,000+ push notifications. As a result, ATP STAR has 150,000+ downloads and 200,000+ registered users.

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Light IT Global

Light IT Global educational-app-development
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  • Best for: Data engineering
  • Average hourly rate: $35
  • Minimum budget: $10,000 - $25,000
  • Founded: 2006
  • Location: Rickmansworth, UK
  • Notable clients: Tesla, McKinsey & Company, Pfizer, Tutorpeers

Light IT Global is a software engineering company that offers services in:

  • Online learning and tutoring platforms
  • Educational mobile apps
  • Gamified learning software
  • AR/VR education software
  • Online education marketplace
  • Vocational education and training
  • Industry-specific training software and workforce development solutions
  • Custom LMS development
  • eLearning software development
  • School software solutions

With its varied expertise, Light IT Global’s educational apps have been used by over 1,000,000 students and 100 accredited educational institutions in 30+ countries. It has also delivered 400+ end-to-end projects and won 20+ industry awards.

Wanting to create a data collection system for education institutions, an EU-based company approached Light IT Global. The educational app development company leveraged AI/ML for quick data analytics; included four types of analytics reports for easier data visualization; and integrated three different user roles to ensure maximum security. Through this, the client could produce reports in less than 60 seconds. To date, 100+ European educational institutions use the app.

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Altoros

Altoros educational-app-development
[Source: Altoros]
  • Best for: Legacy system modernization
  • Average hourly rate: $50
  • Minimum budget: $25,000 - $50,000
  • Founded: 2001
  • Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
  • Notable clients: Samsung, Hitachi, Huawei, Toyota

With a 95% hire-to-success rate, Altoros boasts of partnering with 750+ happy clients and producing 1,400+ projects across 30+ countries. The educational app developer also provides expertise in custom educational software development, legacy system modernization, third-party integration, UI/UX design, and educational software testing. Altoros has seven global offices and 350+ remote team members — 44% of which are mid-level experts and 56% are senior-level engineers.

A US Head Start provider partnered with Altoros to improve its eLearning system and mobile app. Altoros migrated the system from Windows Forms to Angular, integrated Vimeo, developed a mobile-first UX/UI design, and built a customizable video platform. In doing so, it reduced server response time by 20x and enhanced 11 business-critical modules. As a result, 1,600+ childcare centers now use the app.

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Innowise Group

Innowise Group educational-app-development
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  • Best for: Medical education solutions
  • Average hourly rate: $150
  • Minimum budget: $25,000 - $50,000
  • Founded: 2007
  • Location: St. Petersburg, FL
  • Notable clients: Deloitte, Accenture, BMW, VOKA

Composed of a team of 1,600+ IT professionals, Innowise provides a full range of educational app development services for educational institutions, corporations, and startups worldwide. This includes business analysis, custom software development and engineering, UI/UX design, DevOps, and infrastructure management.

Thus far, Innowise has delivered 1,000+ successful projects and worked with 300+ businesses from 60+ countries, 93% of which are recurring customers.

Innowise collaborated with medical experts and institutions to create VOKA, a 3D human anatomy and pathologies atlas. To build it, the educational app company used extensive reality technology, authentic clinical CT/MRI scans, and web and app development. As a result, VOKA has been recognized as a leading MedTech software solution that is used by medical institutions across 158+ countries. It also has a 60% user return rate and 100% crash-free performance.

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How We Picked the Best Educational App Development Companies

After reviewing hundreds of agency profiles, case studies, and testimonials, DesignRush developed a scoring system to select the top educational app developers. We ranked each one based on the following:

  • Reviews: Quality of work, client satisfaction, and level of trustworthiness
  • Portfolio: Tangible examples of an agency's track record
  • Awards, certifications, and tech stack: Industry reputation and innovation
  • Team bios: The agency’s qualifications and team dynamics
  • Top services: Core competencies and areas of expertise

Visit the DesignRush Agency Ranking Methodology for more information on how we research agencies.

10 Most Popular Educational App Developers Compared

Agency name Location Hourly rate Size Best for
GeniuseeMiddletown, DE$40100 - 249Overall
X2 MobileCluj-Napoca, Romania$60Under 49iOS and Android native app development
AppinventivNoida, India$251,000 & UpEducational tech startups
Sapphire Software SolutionsAhmedabad, India$10100 - 249White-label educational apps
TechugoDulles, VAInquire250 - 499On-demand educational apps powered by AI
SoluLabWoodland, CA$3050 - 99Blockchain and mobile app development
Hidden Brains InfotechSchaumburg, IL$25500 - 999Legacy system modernization
Light IT GlobalRickmansworth, UK$35100 - 249Data engineering
AltorosBuenos Aires, Argentina$50250 – 499Legacy system modernization
Innowise GroupSt. Petersburg, FL$1501,000 & UpMedical education solutions

Best Educational App Development Companies

2,476 Companies - Rankings updated: July 26, 2026

All mobile app development firms on DesignRush have been assessed for their expertise, portfolio, and verified client reviews. Some listings may be paid.

  • Powering Businesses Through Technology

    Powering Businesses Through Technology

    DeveloperX is a Pakistan-based web development and digital solutions company delivering custom websites, ecommerce platforms, mobile applications, and scalable software systems. We combine strategic thinking, modern UI/UX design, and performance-driven development to help startups and growing businesses build...  View DeveloperX's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Islamabad, Pakistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Empowering Your Digital Transformation

    Empowering Your Digital Transformation

    Quorium Technologies is a leading IT solutions provider in Pune, specializing in delivering innovative digital transformation services. With a team of expert developers, testers, and security professionals, we craft custom software solutions that drive business growth and technological advancement...  View Quorium Technologies's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Product Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Pune, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Empowering The Ideas That Shape Your Vision

    Empowering The Ideas That Shape Your Vision

    Ed-Astra is a software development agency founded in 2023, specializing in mobile apps, web applications, and custom software solutions. Built by two passionate founders, they offer end-to-end development services - from discovery and UI/UX design to launch and ongoing support...  View Ed Astra's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Bengaluru, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Build Software That Scales

    We Build Software That Scales

    Kunamix Digital Solutions is a full-stack software development company based in India, building scalable web apps, mobile apps, SaaS platforms, and custom ERP systems for startups, SMBs, and agencies across India, UK, USA, and UAE...  View Kunamix Digital Solutions's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Chandrapura, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $18/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Ignite Your Brand

    Ignite Your Brand

    As one of Indias leading digital marketing agencies, were relentless in giving our clients more than other agencies. We combine world-class expertise, relentless execution and zero-fluff communication to deliver strategies that cut through the noise and drive real business growth...  View A2ZTech.in's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Meerut, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $5/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Loom Tech You Boom Online

    We Loom Tech You Boom Online

    Tekloomy (OPC) Private Limited is a digital agency helping businesses grow through tech and design. Its mission is to turn ideas into high-performing digital products. It empowers startups and enterprises to build strong online presence. Process: discovery, design & build, launch & support. Known for fast...  View Tekloomy (OPC) Private Limited's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Tirupati, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Engineering Intelligent Business

    Engineering Intelligent Business

    ISO 27001-certified intelligent business engineering firm building AI products (VIZO361 video analytics, ZIVUX CRM, MaximPro POS) and custom software for retail, manufacturing, BFSI, logistics and smart-infrastructure clients across India and the Middle East. 55+ engineers, 8 international exhibitions...  View Proeffico's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • CRM Consulting
    • ERP Consulting
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    Location
    Noida, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Crafting The Digital Future With Elegance

    Crafting The Digital Future With Elegance

    Svayambhu Tech is a forward-thinking digital solutions company specializing in websites, mobile apps, and emerging technologies. We craft innovative, high-performing digital experiences that drive real business growthdelivered with precision, speed, and quality...  View SvayambhuTech's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Mumbai, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Engineering The Future

    Engineering The Future

    Webmob Software Solutions is a Swiss-based technology company specializing in blockchain, AI, and Web3 development. With 9+ years of experience and ISO-certified delivery, Webmob builds real-world asset tokenization platforms, conversational AI systems, DeFi solutions, and custom software for startups and...  View Webmob Software Solutions's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Blockchain
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
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    Location
    Mohali, India
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • App Development, Web Design, SEO, Digital Marketing & IT Consulting Since 2010

    App Development, Web Design, SEO, Digital Marketing & IT Consulting Since 2010

    Infotyke Empowering Businesses with TechnologyInfotyke is a full-service technology agency specializing in custom software development, web & mobile app solutions, and digital marketing. With over a decade of experience, we help businesses across industries leverage cutting-edge technology to driv...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Delhi, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $24/hr
  • Get Started with Bloom

    Get Started with Bloom

    Bloom Consulting Services is a global IT solution company, based in India and Singapore. Our services includes UI/UX development, web and mobile app development, RPA, cloud consulting, testing services and many more. We also provide application maintenance and support services to all our clients...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Nagpur, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • AI-Driven Custom Software Development for Modern Businesses

    AI-Driven Custom Software Development for Modern Businesses

    IT Path Solutions is a global software development company that blends engineering expertise with human-centered collaboration to build scalable digital products. With a strong focus on AI-driven development, the company helps startups and enterprises turn ideas into high-performing solutions...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Software Development
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Ahmedabad, India
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
  • Driving Growth Through Technology and Digital Solutions

    Driving Growth Through Technology and Digital Solutions

    Empowering businesses with expert solutions in Web & App Development, Digital Marketing, 360 Design, and Marketplace Management...  View Acumen Worldwide profile

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Chandigarh, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevating Business Through SAP Excellence"

    Elevating Business Through SAP Excellence"

    At GlobalVox, we're your companions in the SAP journey, offering proven managed IT solutions. With over 20 years of experience, we uplift businesses by modernizing IT, ensuring security, and enabling flexibility...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Blockchain
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Ahmedabad, India
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • We Are A New Age Design Agency.

    We Are A New Age Design Agency.

    Pixel Street is a new age design agency that helps brands to seamlessly communicate messages in the connected world...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Kolkata, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A design that makes your brand speak

    A design that makes your brand speak

    A decade-old Web and application designing company providing all kinds of web applications including eCommerce platforms, learning, health and fitness. Our designs have been used by the government and big corporate giants. We develop Business apps to make our clients stay ahead in business...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Kozhikode, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • angular | react | node js | vue js | html | aws

    angular | react | node js | vue js | html | aws

    We give you the our best for your projects with competitive technology as full stack and mobile development...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Software Testing
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    Location
    Surat, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Values by Convergence

    Values by Convergence

    We are an AI Consulting and Digital Transformation company that follows a collaborative and data-driven approach to deliver high-quality technology solutions for global enterprises...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Product Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Gurgaon, India
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Thinking Beyond Imagination

    Thinking Beyond Imagination

    Rudra Innovative Software build services in Custom Software and Mobile application development, with Agile development processes. We have a team of experts working to provide a fully-managed, white-glove service that allows our customers to focus on their business...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Services
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Mohali, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • WE WORK WITH YOU, NOT FOR YOU

    WE WORK WITH YOU, NOT FOR YOU

    ProDigit is one of the pioneers in providing end-to-end web designing and digital marketing solutions for businesses worldwide being the best digital marketing agency in Hyderabad. Over the years, we have transformed businesses by combining our strong technical ability with a deep understanding of the digital...  View Digital Pro Business Services Pvt Ltd profile

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Hyderabad, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Custom software & Mobile app Development Agency in Mumbai

    Custom software & Mobile app Development Agency in Mumbai

    We provide custom software and mobile app development services that help businesses automate processes and increase revenue and accelerate processes. We design & develop end-to-end custom software, ecommerce websites, hybrid mobile apps and provide maintenance services...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Mumbai, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • Flutter Mobile App Development Company

    Flutter Mobile App Development Company

    Being a reliable mobile app development company we have delivered hundreds of readymade and custom apps that are working great on the play store. To solve all your app development needs and to provide the best apps, we have a team of skilled programmers and designers with extensive experience in a wide...  View Ionicfirebase profile

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Bangalore, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creating Value Through Tech

    Creating Value Through Tech

    Top Rated Mobile App and Custom Software Development Company...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • IT Services
    Location
    Mohali, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 2M Infotech Private Limited is a bespoke mobile and web development company and we try to incorporate innovative ideas into the sophisticated applications so that our client businesses never miss out any of the opportunities and always stay updated with the latest advanced technology...  View 2M Infotech Private Limited profile

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
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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

Selina Garcia has authored 500+ articles and edited 50+ published books in economics, law, and history. Her unique blend of experiences allows her to approach content creation from a well-rounded perspective. Currently, Selina applies her expertise to producing insightful articles on IT, software, and applications for DesignRush.

Former Development Director

Sergio is a technology leader with over six years of experience managing global teams and delivering projects across fintech, sportstech, and B2B platforms. At DesignRush, he drove product growth and development execution, building tools that speed up processes by 95% and cut costs by 35% while maintaining full uptime.