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Best Washington DC Mobile App Developers

28 Companies
Rankings updated: March 21, 2025
  • AllianceTek Inc.

    Empowering IT Solutions
    AllianceTek has more than 18+ years of experience providing end-to-end software engineering services, with extensive experience in building Mobile, Cloud, Web, and Salesforce solutions.  [... view the full profile of AllianceTek Inc.]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    100 - 249 $50/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Simpalm

    Top Rated: 5-star Average Reviews
    Promising customized mobile and web app solutions
    Discover excellence with Simpalm's digital solutions. We are more than an app development company; we are your partner in crafting exceptional mobile and web experiences.  [... view the full profile of Simpalm]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 Inquire $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Surf

    Top Rated: 5-star Average Reviews
    DesignRush Design Award Winner
    Mobile & Web Development Company
    Surf develops client and corporate solutions from scratch, covering native and cross-platform mobile apps, web apps and services, AR and ERP systems. Over 13 years, we've built apps for KFC, Mars, The  [... view the full profile of Surf]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    100 - 249 $49/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • TekRevol

    Your Vision. Our Expertise. Shaping the Future!
    TekRevol is a global leader in digital innovation, dedicated to creating advanced products ranging from mobile apps to AI-enhanced software solutions. Our goal is to help businesses outperform their  [... view the full profile of TekRevol]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    250 - 499 $35/hr $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Lounge Lizard

    DesignRush Design Award Winner
    Growth Marketing & Web Design Experts Since 1998
    Since 1998, Lounge Lizard Brandtenders and Marketing Mixologists Have Created the Internets Best Websites & Digital Marketing Campaigns Yielding the Highest ROI. Ask about our 7 Second Rule!  [... view the full profile of Lounge Lizard]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    50 - 99 Inquire Inquire
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  • Americaneagle

    Don't just grow, soar.
    Americaneagle.com is essentially a one-stop shop offering a comprehensive range of options for anyone wishing to thrive in their online pursuits. A family-owned, privately held business with a proven  [... view the full profile of Americaneagle]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    250 - 499 $175/hr Inquire
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  • nomtek

    Outcome focused Mobile and XR app development.
    A mobile and AR/VR product studio with an outcome-driven mindset and smart delivery.  [... view the full profile of Nomtek]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    50 - 99 $80/hr $50,000 & Up
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  • Orases

    Custom Software to Reach Your Vision
    We create custom software solutions that transform your process, empower your people, and help you reach your vision. Our team of experts partner with you in a radically transparent process to  [... view the full profile of Orases]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    50 - 99 $150/hr Inquire
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  • Code District

    Delivering Software Solutions Beyond Expectations
    Code District is one of the most renowned software development companies that provides the best technology solutions to accelerate your business. We have the best experts that can make  [... view the full profile of Code District]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    50 - 99 $30/hr $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Accenture

    World famous IT services for businesses
    Accenture is a renowned worldwide IT services company that excels in digital, cloud, and security solutions. With an extensive range of expertise across over 40 industries, we provide a comprehensive  [... view the full profile of Accenture]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    1000 & Up Inquire Inquire
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  • IST.Group

    Start your new experience with us today!
    Our team combine powerful ideas with many years of experience which allows us to create advanced web & mobile solutions, enterprise apps & portals  [... view the full profile of IST.Group]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $25/hr Under $1,000
  • FuseLab Creative

    Turning Data into Intelligent Digital Products
    Fuselab Creative provides Illustration, Dashboards, Software Interface, Web Apps and Multi-User Platforms services.  [... view the full profile of FuseLab Creative]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $120/hr $25,000 - $50,000
  • Technorely

    Technorely Inc.: Your Trustworthy IT Partner
    We are a software development and IT outsourcing company with head offices located in Vancouver and Washington DC.  [... view the full profile of Technorely]
    Washington, Washington DC
    100 - 249 $99/hr $1,000 - $10,000
  • Unstuck Labs

    Building High-Performing Mobile & Web Apps
    We steer top-tier brands and early-stage startups toward providing their customers with cutting-edge digital design, web, and mobile experiences.  [... view the full profile of Unstuck Labs]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $149/hr $10,000 - $25,000
  • 23 Saints

    Imagination made real.
    23 Saints partners with startups and small businesses to craft stunning websites.  [... view the full profile of 23 Saints]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 Inquire $1,000 - $10,000
  • Global software product development company
    A multinational software product development company with offices in New Delhi and the Washington, DC, metro area for 15 years is InfiCare Technologies.  [... view the full profile of InfiCare Technologies]
    Washington, Washington DC
    100 - 249 $25/hr $1,000 - $10,000
  • Illuminating Your Brands Potential with Expert Financial Services Web Design!
    Located in Washington DC/Northern Virginia, LightMix Design Studio is a versatile financial services web design agency, offering a wide array of services from UI/UX design to custom software  [... view the full profile of LightMix Design Studio]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $100/hr $1,000 - $10,000
  • TechNovaTime

    Technical Solutions and Digital Marketing
    Unlock unmatched potential for your business with our cutting-edge technology solutions. As your dedicated partner, we deliver superior services, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve.  [... view the full profile of TechNovaTime]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $80/hr $1,000 - $10,000
  • CODE/+/TRUST

    Code/+/Trust is a proven leader of multiple start-up software teams.
    Code/+/Trust is a proven leader of multiple start-up software teams. Our full-stack software developers become your in-house CTO and design each project in a phased approach with specific timelines.  [... view the full profile of CODE/+/TRUST]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $145/hr $25,000 - $50,000
  • Turning visions into reality
    Headquartered in Washington DC with additional offices in New York City, we are a provider of technology solutions. Our offerings include highly integrated web and mobile applications and modules  [... view the full profile of Clearly Innovative]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $149/hr $1,000 - $10,000
  • Innovative Software, Web, Data, and Mobile applications
    Segue Technologies delivers reliable Software Development Solutions tailored to client-specific needs. With a "customer-first" approach, we specialize in sustaining legacy enterprise systems while  [... view the full profile of Segue Technologies]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    100 - 249 $149/hr $10,000 - $25,000
  • Nativ3

    Tame the digital landscape
    Nativ3 is a full service web development and digital marketing agency. If it exists on a screen, we're experts at it. We are a Minneapolis-Based Digital Marketing firm, assisting business clients  [... view the full profile of Nativ3]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $225/hr $1,000 - $10,000
  • HUSL Digital

    HUSL Digital, fka UpTrending, is a full-service digital agency specializing in delivering high-value results for high-growth companies and organizations.  [... view the full profile of HUSL Digital]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $160/hr $10,000 - $25,000
  • A creative agency you will love working with
    Top Shelf Design is a creative agency that you will love working with. We are a women-owned business and our main focus is amazing design, open communications with our clients and a design process  [... view the full profile of Top Shelf Design, LLc]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $110/hr $1,000 - $10,000
  • Synoptek

    Synoptek, Your Global AWS Consultants
    Synoptek is a leading global systems integrator, AWS consultant firm, and managed IT services provider with over two decades of experience. We partner with clients of all sizes, from mid-market to  [... view the full profile of Synoptek]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    500 - 999 Inquire Inquire
  • Prism Pulse

    Turning Ideas into Visual Masterpiece.
    Prism Pulse is a creative agency specializing in video editing, graphic design, UI/UX, 2D/3D animation, web/app development, and custom AI chatbots. We work with YouTubers, content creators, brands  [... view the full profile of Prism Pulse]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $20/hr Under $1,000
  • Meaningful Gigs

    Our vision is to create 100,000 skilled jobs for Africans by 2028
    Meaningful Gigs is a tech-enabled marketplace that connects skilled African designers with companies seeking high quality digital design. The company has built a strong community of African designers  [... view the full profile of Meaningful Gigs]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Under 49 $75/hr Inquire
  • OneByte

    Top-performing mobile & web products
    For startups and businesses, we strategize, design, develop, and market highly polished mobile and web products.  [... view the full profile of OneByte]
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    100 - 249 $99/hr $10,000 - $25,000

Top Cities in Washington DC for App Development:

What Makes Mobile App Development Companies in Washington, DC Unique?

Washington, DC serves as the seat of government and hub for non-profits organizations, corporations, financial companies, and educational institutions.

The city also has a thriving tech industry that expands to finance, education, and health. The city has changed to accommodate this development because the way businesses are conducted no longer looks the same. Thus, you can benefit from a variety of opportunities in the DC region.

A diverse range of businesses, from well-known brands to aspirational startups, have emerged in Washington, DC. There are no restrictions on what someone can do, whether they want to work for large tech companies like Google and Snapchat or a more modest transportation organization.

When one enters the constantly changing business environment of Washington, DC, familiar and new spaces abound. Working in such a prestigious setting and catering to clients of this caliber, Washington, DC mobile application developers can be trusted to deliver nothing less than exceptional work.

DC upholds the highest standards since it is the center of politics, business, and international diplomacy. Each mobile app development companies in Washington, DC, therefore, has a reputation to stick up for by providing high-quality services.

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DC is home to 1,000 globally owned businesses and 400 international associations

What Services Do Firms for App Development in Washington DC Provide?

Washington, DC mobile application developers are experienced and skilled in providing services for clients within some of the predominant global industries:

  • Government
  • Higher education
  • Tourism
  • Media and communications
  • Healthcare
  • Real estate
  • Technology
  • And more

When it comes to the types of the expert knowledge for the development of mobile applications, take into account the following services:

Service #1: Niche-Focused App

Mobile app development companies in Washington, DC can build niche-focused or industry-specific applications with outstanding user interface. Some of them are:

  • Mobile healthcare solutions: These experts can build patient-friendly and HIPAA compliant mobile apps for accessible electronic health records.
  • Workflow and asset management: By utilizing top-notch workflow and asset management apps, you can deliver maximum value to your clients or customers.
  • Field automation: To ensure high productivity and efficiency of your employees, you can use a field automation app with fully-integrated GPS.
  • Fleet management: With fleet management systems, you can lessen vehicle risk and cut transportation costs.
  • Media apps: Some providers of mobile app development in Washington, DC can build large-scale, highly interactive, scalable, content-rich, secure, and quick media streaming apps.
  • eCommerce apps : Your partner agency can help you develop a functional and secure mobile eCommerce app.
  • Sports and lifestyle apps: Engage users with an interactive and engaging app that can help improve their lifestyle or make them enjoy various sports.
  • Social networking apps: By utilizing app development expertise, you can speed up the time it takes for your social networking apps to hit the market and garner active users.

Service #2: Custom-Made Software

When it comes to creating custom-made software, there is a full range of expertise in building and adapting engagement models.

Talented teams of Washington, DC mobile application developers have experience using various tech stacks. Hence, they can assist you in developing and maintaining your business application.

They allow startups, quickly growing companies, and enterprises to create incredible custom applications:

Enterprise

  • Custom software development for your business at a fixed price
  • Enterprise mobility strategies are assisted and advised by experts
  • Teams with commitments to long-term engagements
  • Upgrades and improvements
  • Integration with third-party products and migration to newer platforms

SMBs

  • For both short-term and long-term engagements, they offer devoted development teams
  • Depending on your needs, flexible fixed price engagement
  • Existing business process automation solutions
  • Ability to perform rescue operations
  • Practical domain knowledge and added industry expertise

Startups

  • Building a successful tech startup begins with an agile discovery workshop
  • Scalable and adaptable Ability of Dedicated Teams to quickly expand the development team
  • Rapid delivery of a fully verified MVP is made possible by flexible fixed price engagement
  • Agile delivery model for better, quicker delivery

Service #3: Mobile Application UX/UI Design

The UI/UX design team has years of experience creating user-friendly mobile applications to give your users the best possible experience. The team uses tried and tested techniques to give end-users a simple and enjoyable experience through your apps.

User experience (UX) involves taking into account all factors and potential ways that a user will interact with your app. A decent mobile app development company will examine user behavior and the essential features they seek to make the most out of your application.

On the other hand, your ideas and thoughts will be transformed into a tangible and fully functional design through mobile app UI design.

Service #4: iOS App Development

Mobile app development in Washington, DC can produce appealing and dependable apps for companies in a wide range of industries.

Big and small ideas alike can be transformed into user-friendly, efficient apps that boost engagement and foster brand loyalty. They can develop functional iPhone apps that will help your business take full advantage of the mobile market.

For companies that want to improve their mobile app’s user engagement, mobile app developers are likely to use the following object-oriented programming languages:

  • Objective-C
  • Swift
  • Xcode
  • AppCode
  • CodeRunner

Service #5: Android App Development

Agencies for app development in Washington, DC are creating Android apps, ranging from testing and support to design and development. To take advantage of the features offered by Android, you can create an app from scratch or port an existing one.

The developers can provider your company a full-cycle service for developing mobile apps. The agency’s talented designers, developers, and project managers will build streamlined experiences for your Android app users.

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How Much Do Washington DC Mobile Application Developers Charge?

The pricing of a mobile app development company in Washington, DC is influenced by numerous factors:

  • Complexity of the design and number of screens
  • Development process
  • Quality assurance (QA) phase
  • Quantity and complexity of features
  • Complexity of the database
  • Quantity and complexity of third-party integrations
  • Number and level of third-party integrations
  • Size and experience of the development team

For as low as $40 per hour, the estimate cost of a mobile app development project could be:

  • Simple app development: $40,000 to $60,000
  • An average app costs between $60,000 and $150,000 to develop
  • Cost of developing a complex app: from $300,000 up

Why Should You Hire a DC Mobile App Development Agency

Reason #1: Access to Educated Workforce

Famous colleges and universities like Georgetown University, George Washington University, and Howard University are located in Washington, DC. Additionally, more than 60% of the city's population aged 25 and older have bachelor's degree or higher.

That said, working with a mobile development agency in Washington, DC means you are tapping one the best and brightest talent pools in the country.

Reason #2: Financial Strength

The economy of Washington, DC employs over 380,000 people within various industries. The largest industries in Washington, DC are:

  • Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services (75,962 people)
  • Public Administration (64,029 people)
  • Other Services, Except Public Administration (36,298 people)

In relation to this, mobile app development companies in Washington, DC may have experience working for businesses in the said industries.

This creates competitive market, and developers have a reason to level-up their knowledge and experience for the large clients in the District of Columbia.

Reason #3: World-Class Knowledge

Washington, DC is home to 1,000 globally owned businesses and 400 international associations.

Some of these reputable corporations may have hired Washington, DC mobile application developers. Hence, your potential partner agency may have amassed world-class expertise to meet your requirements and expectations.

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How to Select the Right Mobile App Development Company in Washington DC

Follow these steps to ensure you’re hiring the right mobile app development company in Washington, DC for your project:

Step #1: Examine Their Earlier Projects

Studying the mobile apps that prospective candidates have created for prior clients can help you determine whether they can create an application for you. The most crucial thing to consider when evaluating a partner agency is whether or not they have experience working with clients who are similar to yours.

Step #2: Identify Their Expertise

You must be very specific about your objectives and what you hope to accomplish by working with mobile app development companies in Washington, DC.

Numerous strategies and methodologies are used in app development. To know whether an agency can offer the specific set of services you require, you should determine their primary areas of expertise.

Step #3: Meet the Team

In order to access their specialized expertise, many businesses opt to outsource their projects to providers of app development in Washington, DC.

Moreover, developing a mobile app may require the help of UX/UI designers, technical documentation writers, QA testers, and more.

In order to ensure that the experts working on your project have the necessary experience and skill set for your company's needs, it is best to get to know them.

10 Questions to Ask Washington DC App Development Companies

When choosing a team that can cater to your company’s needs, it can help if you ask them the following questions:

  1. Do you have experience working with projects similar as ours?
  2. Will an in-house team work on our mobile app or will you outsource it?
  3. Can you provide us with the testimonials and feedback from previous clients?
  4. What programming languages do you often use in mobile app development?
  5. Does your team have experience in developing cross platforms applications?
  6. Who will be our point of contact?
  7. Will we have a dedicated project manager?
  8. How would you charge our mobile app development project?
  9. Will we be able to see the development roadmap?
  10. Do you have any unsuccessful projects?

Takeaways on Mobile App Development Companies in Washington, DC

Washington, DC is one of the most influential cities on the planet and attracts top talent from all over the world.

Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that mobile app development companies in Washington, DC are among the most knowledgeable professionals in the country.

They have team who are well-equipped to develop a mobile app that can cater to your business needs. To find the right partner agency, make sure to following these tips:

  • Check their previous work
  • Identify their expertise
  • Meet your team

Remember to browse our agency directory and find the matching team for your upcoming application development project.

Best of luck!

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