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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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  • Design In DC

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    A Digital Agency For The Future

    Design in DC engineers native and cross-platform apps that power businesses through prototyping, UI/UX design, m-commerce development, backend API development, QA, App Store submission, and optimization. Its impressive client portfolio includes Under Armour, the World Bank, and Virginia Tech...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed

    Design In DC Services

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • Product Design
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    • Consumer Bankers Association
    • Examit
    • Summit Ridge Energy
    • JFL Consulting
    • Lateenz
    • Solar Landscape
    • Warfel Construction
    • CiviClick
    • Priovant Therapeutics
    • Hilton
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Mackenzie Shriner
      Mackenzie Shriner Owner at Distinctive Deck Designs
      4.8

      Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner

      I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!

    • Jo Maney
      Jo Maney Principal at BGR Group
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Jo Maney

      DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.

    • Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
      Sapna Doshi, Ph.D. Owner at Mind Body Health LLC
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.

      My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!

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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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  • Next-Gen Apps for Next-Gen User

    Passionate about crafting innovative digital solutions, TechGropse is a leading technology firm that specializes in mobile app development, web development, and emerging technologies. Our commitment to excellence, creativity, and client satisfaction sets us apart...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • IoT
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    23 Projects Listed

    Tech Gropse Services

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • IoT
    • eCommerce Development
    • Blockchain
    • IT Services
    • Web Design
    • DevOps Consulting
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • WASPHA
    • BBT
    • Ajerli
    • Stages Commercial Company
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Tech Gropse Reviews & Testimonials

    • Uwesh Malik
      Uwesh Malik Operations Manager at Travel Kingdom at Travel Kingdom
      5.0

      Web Development Review from Uwesh Malik

      I am thrilled with the exceptional service provided for our travel website development. The team demonstrated incredible expertise and creativity, delivering a user-friendly, visually stunning, and highly functional website tailored to our business needs. Their attention to detail, seamless communication, and on-time delivery truly impressed us.

    • Piyush Handa
      Piyush Handa Managing Director at Pro Classy
      5.0

      eCommerce Development Review from Piyush Handa

      In my review of TechGropse Pvt. Ltd., I highlighted their exceptional performance in developing the Pro Classy website. Their expertise in creating a responsive and user-friendly site stood out, showcasing their technical skills and understanding of our needs. I appreciated their efficient project management, which ensured that all deadlines were met and deliverables were on time. The value for money was clear, as the quality of the work surpassed expectations. Overall, the smooth collaboration and effective results led to a highly positive experience, making TechGropse a recommended choice for web development projects.

    • Mustakim Saifi
      Mustakim Saifi Account Manager at Akasa Finance
      5.0

      Web Development Review from Mustakim Saifi

      I recently had the pleasure of working with TechGropse for our company's website development, and I must say, they exceeded our expectations. From the very beginning, the team was highly professional. Their expertise in web development is truly impressive. If you're looking for a reliable and skilled web development partner, I highly recommend TechGropse. They are a team of true professionals who are committed to delivering top-notch results. We look forward to working with them again on future projects!

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