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10 Most Popular Mobile App Design & Development Companies in Chicago Compared

Compare the 10 most popular mobile app design and development agencies in Chicago. Use the table below to get a quick overview of their hourly rates, company size, key services, and best-fit clients to help you find the perfect partner for your needs.

Agency Name Hourly Rate Minimal Budget Size Best for
Naked DevelopmentInquire$25,000-$50,000Under 49Creative development and consultancy
Mercury Development$50Inquire250 - 499Software development and QA
Azumo$55$50,000 & Up100 - 249Intelligent apps
Trango TechInquire$1,000-$10,000100 - 249eCommerce platforms
Goji Labs$149$25,000-$50,000Under 49UI/UX-focused apps
ELEKS$50$25,000-$50,0001000 & upEnterprise-grade software
Zazz$45Inquire250 - 499Custom mobile apps
Digital Silk$150Inquire100 - 249Superior digital solutions
Plego TechnologiesInquireInquireUnder 49Custom software and web applications
Zuci Systems$40$10,000-$25,000250 - 499Digital and quality engineering
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  • Goji Labs

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.

    An Award-Winning Agency That Builds It Right

    Goji Labs builds iOS and Android apps across 20+ industries, pairing strategy, design, and engineering under one roof. With 500+ products shipped, $1B+ raised by clients, and 12 years in business, it challenges the brief solving strategy and process gaps before they become technical issues...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • AI Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Portfolios Count
    19 Projects Listed

    Goji Labs Services

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • AI Development
    • Web Design
    • Product Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Development
    • Blockchain
    • IoT
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    • World Wildlife Fund
    • K-ID
    • City of Los Angeles
    • TGS
    • Kangarootime
    • World Health Organization
    • Prediction Strike
    • American Kennel Club
    • Youth on Their Own
    • Root Insurance
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Goji Labs Reviews & Testimonials

    • Michael Krone
      Michael Krone Founder at ADAK Athletic
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Michael Krone

      We partnered with Goji Labs for a complete app build, and they delivered exactly what we needed. Their team handled the entire project professionally and with great care from start to finish. I would highly recommend Goji Labs to anyone seeking a skilled and dependable development partner.

    • Wilson Rapp
      Wilson Rapp Co-Founder at eMedCert
      5.0

      Software Development Review from Wilson Rapp

      We brought Goji Labs on board for a major migration project, and the entire experience was smooth and well-managed from start to finish. We could not be happier with the results. Their expertise gave us confidence throughout the process, and we would not hesitate to work with them again.

    • Sheila Reddy
      Sheila Reddy CEO at Mosaik
      5.0

      Mobile App Development Review from Sheila Reddy

      As a founder with just an idea and a business model, I needed a partner who could turn that vision into a real product. Goji Labs guided me through every step of the process and built exactly the app we needed. Their expertise and patience made the entire journey manageable and rewarding.

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  • Designli

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Build software people actually pay for.

    Designli blends founder-level care, AI-empowered engineers, and hypothesis-driven development to deliver tailored cross-platform apps that scale. A leading app development firm with 13+ years of expertise, it has served clients, like Michelin, the Bank of London, and Earthlink...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed

    Designli Services

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Software Testing
    • IoT
    • Blockchain
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    • Goodwill
    • Earthlink
    • Rotary
    • State of South Carolina
    • Secur.Space
    • Grappos
    • Michelin
    • Accel Entertainment
    • Millennium Parking Garages
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Designli Reviews & Testimonials

    • Anonymous Founder & CEO at Innershell
      5.0

      Mobile App Development Review from Anonymous

      Designli delivered a high-quality prototype on a tight timeline. The team was responsive to feedback, met every deadline, stayed within budget, and quickly adapted to requested changes. Their expertise in app design and development was evident throughout the project and left a strong impression.

    • Anonymous CEO at Monjour
      5.0

      AI UI/UX Design Review from Anonymous

      Designli produced a complete, functional Figma prototype for our solution. They communicated clearly through virtual meetings and stood out for their strong process, gathering feedback from multiple stakeholders and delivering on schedule. Overall, we were very impressed with their work.

    • Anonymous CTO at Code Willing
      5.0

      AI UI/UX Design Review from Anonymous

      Designli delivered Figma wireframes that were both well-crafted and well-received by our team. The designs were clean, intuitive, and elegant, reflecting strong design intuition. Throughout the process, the team stayed organized, communicated clearly via Basecamp, and delivered everything on time.

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  • Promising customized mobile and web app solutions

    Founded in 2009, Simpalm develops native iOS and Android apps, React Native and Flutter cross-platform solutions, and PWAs. As proof of its expertise, it has deployed 400+ apps with 50M+ active users for clients like Medline, the Department of Defense, and the University of Maryland...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    22 Projects Listed

    Simpalm Services

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Software Development
    • Staff Augmentation
    • AI Development
    • Software Testing
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    • Taptin
    • AudiobookNow
    • Forte Payment System
    • GWU
    • ASRA App
    • Window Nation
    • Winematch Connect
    • Pepsi Inc
    • Blanco
    • KonnectApp
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Simpalm Reviews & Testimonials

    • Guiulianna Cespedes
      Guiulianna Cespedes Founder at Quynza
      5.0

      Mobile App Development Review from Guiulianna Cespedes

      Our company needed an Android app that could support a mental health platform in a way that felt calm, easy to use, and dependable for daily users. We hired Simpalm to build that product in Kotlin and help us move from concept into something real customers could use. For us, trust and simplicity mattered more than packing in too many features.They took a fairly hands-on role, which was helpful because we were still making product decisions as the project moved. Some weeks I was deeply involved reviewing screens, and other weeks they pushed things forward on their own. That balance worked well. They would usually come back with two or three options instead of just asking what we wanted.We did hit one rough patch around notifications where the first version didn’t behave the way we expected, so that had to be revisited. They fixed it without making the process difficult.The finished app runs smoothly, feels organized, and gave us a much stronger mobile presence on Android. Most importantly, early users found it approachable rather than overwhelming, which was exactly what we wanted.

    • Amanda Chalofsky Owner/Founder at Neuro Speech & Swallowing Services
      5.0

      Mobile App Development Review from Amanda Chalofsky

      My experience with Simpalm was very good. They made a full prototype of our neuro-wellness app so we could show partners and investors what our system looks like. It matched our brand and showed the flow in a simple way. Their communication was steady, they stayed on time, and they explained things clearly. The prototype helped people understand our idea fast, and it moved our project forward. I felt supported the whole time.

    • Matt Rudnick
      Matt Rudnick Founder and CEO at Main Sheet LLC
      5.0

      Mobile App Development Review from Matt Rudnick

      Working with Simpalm has been a really positive experience. We hired them to handle the frontend development of our mobile app for iOS and Android, while our backend was already in place. From the start, their team communicated clearly, stayed organized, and met every deadline we set. They were flexible when we added new features, and their designer’s input really helped improve the look and usability of the app. I appreciated how reliable and easy they were to work with having a U.S.-based team made communication smooth and fast.

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  • Shaping the Future of Technology

    Plego is a global web, mobile, Artificial Intelligence, and custom software development agency with offices in Chicago, Houston, Milwaukee, Dubai, Riyadh and Karachi...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Design
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $105/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    13 Projects Listed

    Plego Services

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Design
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • ERP Consulting
    • Staff Augmentation
    • IT Services
    • CRM Consulting
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Apple
    • Google
    • Samsung
    • Comcast
    • Intel
    • Thomson Reuters
    • BHHS
    • Fitbit
    • Motorola
    • Sony
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Plego Reviews & Testimonials

    • Undisclosed
      Undisclosed Owner at GM Lighting
      5.0

      Web Development Review from Undisclosed

      Plego team is extremely knowledgeable and helpful, it is a delight to work with them. If you’re in search of a reliable, innovative company, look no further than Plego. They took the time to understand our specific needs and provided a tailor-made solution that greatly improved our website. We highly recommend this business.

    • Theodore Patestos
      Theodore Patestos CEO & Founder at Tiger Adjusters
      5.0

      Software Development Review from Theodore Patestos

      We’ve worked with Saad and his team for close to a year now. They’ve been diligent throughout the process, responsive and communicative. They came in mid-stream to save the project from another development team that didn’t live up to their commitments. I would highly recommend Plego to any company looking to see things move forward on a stalled project or looking for a team that will jump in and start to get things done.

    • Tyler Tomlinson
      Tyler Tomlinson Technology Team Lead at ESCO Institute-HVAC Excellence
      5.0

      Web Development Review from Tyler Tomlinson

      Saad and his team were a great group of people to work with. Our scenario was probably unique to this group, and they tackled the project with a full head of steam and with no hesitation. It has been a pleasure working alongside his team.

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  • We are a creative, data-driven Content Marketing Firm providing solutions that grow your business.

    Digital Authority Partners provides SEO, PPC, Web Development solutions that grow your business...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed

    Digital Authority Partners Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Product Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Athenahealth
    • Kroger
    • Omron Healthcare
    • DeVry University
    • Sanctuary Clothing
    • Frommer's
    • Business Talent Group
    • Nestle
    • Brinks Gilson Lione
    • Corteva
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Digital Authority Partners Reviews & Testimonials

    • Heather Heydet
      Heather Heydet Review from Google
      5.0

      Heather Heydet's Review Sourced from Google

      Not your typical agency—DAP is in a league of its own.As a fractional CMO managing this project on behalf of one of my clients, I’ve worked with many agencies—and I can confidently say Digital Authority Partners (DAP) stands out as a true performance partner.From the very first sales conversation with Michael Olsher, I could tell this wasn’t going to be a typical “build, set, and report” experience. DAP brought a full, cross-functional team to the table—from strategy to project management, design, and analytics—and every single person contributed with excellence.Mieke, our project manager, was relentless (in the best way) about keeping us moving. Brandon, our Google Ads strategist, brought both smart ideas and budget-conscious thinking—making sure every dollar worked harder and that lead quality was properly measured (not just counted). Greg and Ally created thoughtful, beautifully branded email campaigns. Erin provided invaluable leadership support and continuity. Simon and Codrin built a digital performance strategy that included realistic timelines and performance expectations, while Alamin and Dane added further depth to the reporting and insights.They also designed one of the most beautiful, on-brand websites I’ve seen—executed in record time and with incredible attention to detail. That alone would be worth recommending them—but it’s only part of what they bring to the table.What truly sets DAP apart is how deeply invested they are. This team works on your account every single day, not just during weekly check-ins. We had consistent communication and weekly calls with the entire team collaborating live to solve problems and move things forward.The passion, initiative, and commitment to continuous improvement were evident every step of the way. I’m fully bought in—and believe future projects will only get stronger as we continue building on this foundation.Hats off to co-founders Michael Reddy and Codrin Arsene for building a culture of excellence. Their team is made up of smart, driven, good people who don’t settle for “good enough” and are constantly pushing to improve. If you're looking for a digital performance partner that actually performs, DAP is it.Highly recommend. Grateful for the partnership.

    • Addie Vannalath
      Addie Vannalath Review from Google
      5.0

      Addie Vannalath's Review Sourced from Google

      I call and spoke with Mike S. About getting my website SEO friendly. Mike help me out a lot. He is very helpful, honest, and transparent about what the company does.

    • Dylan Harvey
      Dylan Harvey Review from Google
      5.0

      Dylan Harvey's Review Sourced from Google

      Digital Authority has been fantastic—not just because they delivered results, but also because they are true professionals. They made us feel comfortable by actively listening to our goals and thoughts while working within our budget. After meeting with nearly a dozen SEO agencies and individuals, I couldn’t be happier with our decision to choose them.

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  • Cultivate your brand.

    Cultivate is a Chicago-based brand agency that crafts award-winning brands, marketing tools, websites, and apps...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed

    Cultivate Brands Services

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Video Production
    • Mobile App Development
    • Design Services
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    • Ozinga
    • The Boxcar Children
    • Daniels Health
    • SAIC (School of the Art Institute of Chicago)
    • Cuyana
    • Valparaiso University
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Cultivate Brands Reviews & Testimonials

    • Daniel Iordan
      Daniel Iordan Review from Google
      1.0

      Daniel Iordan's Review Sourced from Google

      Called a few times. Left voice messages. Email them. No answer. I was referred by a friend because I heard they do good work but it looks like getting back to you is hard these days.

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  • It's time to get creative.

    Clique is an award-winning team of digital strategists, designers, and engineers. We help companies define and express their brand through engaging websites that position them to stand out amongst the competition. From startups to fortune 500s, our work turns heads and grows businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Software Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed

    Clique Studios Services

    • Web Design
    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • AI Development
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • McDonald's
    • Northwestern University
    • USA Volleyball
    • Red Rocks Ampitheatre
    • Bitly
    • Go Grocer
    • Denver Public Art
    • Adler Planetarium
    • IFANCA
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Clique Studios Reviews & Testimonials

    • Ali Washington
      Ali Washington Review from Google
      5.0

      Ali Washington's Review Sourced from Google

      My husband and I own a start up and have worked with Aly, Justin, and Austin at Clique for a complete rebranding and website redesign and are now working with Jeff for continuous marketing and managing our ad spend. I can’t say enough good things about this team and this company. They are creative, innovative, dedicated, and they CARE. They treat our business as their own, asking thoughtful questions and guiding us through our growth. Our new site visits have conversion rates have skyrocketed, doing daily numbers that our old site and unstructured marketing did in months. I can’t say thank you enough to this team.

    • Amber Fochi
      Amber Fochi Review from Google
      5.0

      Amber Fochi's Review Sourced from Google

      Great to work with. Delivered what we needed even though the solution was outside of the box. Creative thinkers. Went above and beyond... Plus genuinely thoughtful and fun people.

    • Jean Cannon
      Jean Cannon Review from Google
      4.0

      Jean Cannon's Review Sourced from Google

      I was referred to David by a good friend and I'm glad I chose to go with work with him. He is very professional and hard working and will get the job done to your satisfaction. He's very attentive and will do whatever it takes to get the job done in a timely and professional matter.Will come back again!Thanks David !

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  • To Unleash Your Digital Potential

    Our team of 50+ experts in Website Design, Mobile Apps, E-commerce, Graphic/Logo Design, Video Animation, Digital Marketing, and Content Writing is at your service. Our track record includes driving success for acclaimed global enterprises. I'd like to introduce our website and app development company. Our...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000

    Geeks Logicity Services

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    • Brandy
    • Richard
    • Sandra
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

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