Custom mobile app development covers discovery and prototyping, UI/UX design, native or cross-platform engineering, QA, app store submission, and post-launch iteration. A custom build runs from $20,000 to over $100,000 and takes 3 months to over a year, with hourly rates ranging from $20 in Southeast Asia to $150 in North America. The custom and native app development providers below work across every market, ranked by client reviews. Searching specifically for mobile app development companies in the USA? Start there instead.

List of the Best Custom and Native App Development Companies

12,176 Companies-Rankings updated: November 05, 2026

Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.

  • Custom Software Development for Amazon Sellers...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Ottawa, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Rijware Inc. is a small Ottawa-based software development firm dedicated to providing clients with software solutions that satisfy their technical and business needs...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Ottawa, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Where your business reigns.

    It's high time to stand out and succeed in an era of the digital world. We provide the best and most affordable web design services for small businesses and corporations...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Claymont, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • It all starts with an idea

    We are an all-female-founded venture studio working with startups in the seed to Series C stage to help them with their next growth trajectory...

    Top Services:

    • IoT
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We commit to doing what we said we would, when we said we would, at the cost we said we would..and to continue supporting you after that...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Team Pyxel comprises of a group of highly customer-focused, future-oriented creative designers, brand strategists, storytellers, visualizers and developers...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Leading Industry Expert in Digital Accessibility!

    DigiPro Media combines strategic thinking and a proprietary platform we call DigiPaaS (Digital Platform-as-a-Service) to provide innovative solutions that consistently parallel and exceed new industry standards. We deliver high-quality work through our focus on ADA web accessibility, communication, responsive...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Pensacola, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Catapult Consulting produces world class mobile applications and specializes in iOS (iPhone & iPad)

    Catapult Consulting produces world class mobile applications and specializes in iOS (Apple iPhone and iPad). Catapult has both a computer gaming practice and a practice for the enterprise...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Anchorage, Alaska
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Empowering Non-Profits Through Smarter Solutions

    PlanStreet provides versatile case management software solutions for health and human service non-profit organizations...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Lexington, Kentucky
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Founded in 1992 by college roommates Dennis Carmichael and Wes Faler, Cimulus was created mostly as an excuse to let a couple of guys do what they enjoyed: writing code...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Ann Arbor, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • We Help Make Awesome Companies Even Awesomer.

    Creeksmarts is a small team of experienced, passionate technologists focused on technology development, mobile design, and long-term systems support for companies that count on technology to drive business...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Stow, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Advanced Compliance Management Software for the Oil and Energy Sectors

    Accupoint Software is a global provider of innovative compliance management systems for the energy industry. Our integrated solution family expands operational awareness, improves efficiency and helps manage today's complex regulatory and customer requirements...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Youngstown, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • We dont just get the job done: we constantly think about how to get it done better...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Rochester, New York
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
  • We Enable Constant Enterprise Transformation at Speed and Scale.

    We are an intellectual property-led healthcare solutions provider focused on project management, enterprise data, and emerging technologies...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Katy, Texas
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
  • Reliable and effective!

    For over three decades, REI Systems has been at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions that have a profound impact on people's lives...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Sterling, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • We Are the Channel

    TD SYNNEX Agency is a global channel marketing arm of TD SYNNEX, specializing in promoting IT products and services through digital marketing, creative solutions, events and lead generation. Tailored for both vendors and resellers, the agency bridges the gap between technology providers and their customers...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Fremont, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • IT partner for Startups -SMBs Enterprises

    We at CloudConverge help our clients with migration to Cloud AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud; Web and Ecommerce solutions development; Mobile App Development and Internet Marketing...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Manhasset, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Develop Software, Increase Sales, Grow Revenue, and Shorten your Sales Cycle

    We specialize in consulting and custom software development projects delivering software that stands out as a uniquely tailored solution to your challenges and needs...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Zagreb, Croatia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We're always in Day One mode!

    DayOne is a software development and technology consulting firm that can assist you at any step of product development, from conception through implementation, support, scaling, and maintenance. We provide secure, scalable, and user-friendly web and mobile applications by deploying cutting-edge technologies...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Make the Lives of People That We Touch Better.

    TechRev is an innovative bespoke software development services, we assist firms in increasing their overall levels of productivity and efficiency in their operations. We strive to improve the lives of people in the communities that we serve, not just inside the organization where we work, but also in the...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Hollywood, Florida
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
  • Boost Efficiency with Software Automation

    Our Solutions Simplify Manual Processes for Medium-Sized Businesses, streamlines workflows, improve productivity, and helps businesses achieve greater efficiency...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Bucharest, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Crafting cutting-edge software, web, mobile, and web3 applications for startups.

    3Advance believes in matching clients with a dedicated software development team for successful product creation that people want to use, whether on mobile, web, or blockchain...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Brightec: Multi-Award-Winning App Development for Mobile and Web

    At Brightec, we’re a multi-award-winning mobile and web app development agency based in Brighton on a mission to create a happier, more connected way of working. We make meaningful technology with a people-first approach...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Shoreham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Digital Transformation Services

    A Global Digital Transformation And Consulting Partner Specialized In Application Development, Mobile Development, Application Modernization, Cloud Architecture, DevOps and 24x7 Support Services...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design & Development Of Mobile Apps

    Our award-winning digital experiences improve lives across a range of platforms, including mobile, wearables, Web 3.0, AR/VR, and kiosks...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Richmond, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Otrofy - Designing, Developing, and Delivering Apps & Websites

    At Otrofy Inc., we focus on working with cutting-edge technologies to create web and mobile applications as a software development agency...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Wingmen for 100+ App Development

    With over 100 successful app launches so far, here at Moonward Apps, we are your wingmen. We are 100% based in-house in Brisbane and we're ready to help you achieve your app goals. Forget Elon, let us take your app to the moon!...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Brisbane, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Identity Solutions - Developing mobile and web apps that match your needs

    At Identity Solutions, we specialize in developing mobile (iOS / Android) and web applications. As a software agency, we are committed to providing top-quality solutions that meet our clients' needs...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Alexandria, Egypt
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Enterprise-Focused Software Company

    We are a software company, dedicated to assisting businesses in managing, securing, and supporting their rugged Android devices...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Mobile Excellence Every Time

    Adonis Software, founded in 2011, is a global mobile app development agency. The agency maintains offices in both the United States and Europe. Adonis Software focuses on results, prioritizing user experience, engagement, satisfaction, retention, and scalability throughout its projects...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Bucharest, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Chili Labs - Designing and Developing Extraordinary Mobile Apps

    At Chilli Labs, we are dedicated to helping companies with their mobile app needs. Our team works with clients to plan, build and launch Android and iOS native & Flutter apps from end to end...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Riga, Latvia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Tech Solutions Partner for Startups and Enterprises

    Our agency is composed of a team of multidisciplinary professionals who are experts in developing digital products. We assist startups and established companies in creating exceptional technology at a quicker pace. Our agency is intentionally small, allowing us to work with only a few clients at a time to...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Sofia, Bulgaria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Building outstanding mobile apps

    Norbsoft is a highly skilled mobile application development company established in 2003. We have developed over 200 innovative mobile applications for media, enterprises, brands, and advertisers. Our team consists of professionals with expertise in mobile strategy, custom application development, and user...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Warszawa, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Logical and the Smartest

    Starting from a basement in downtown Ann Arbor, MI, we have expanded our team of developers, designers, and visionaries to six offices around the world since our establishment in 1995...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Plymouth, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • London-Based Social Networking Application

    More than six years ago, The Sound Pipe Media began producing apps. Working with clients like Sunseeker Yachts, Gentings Casino, Celtic Football Club, Viation, and many others, we first began developing apps for the luxury industry...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Mobile App Development Professionals

    We create a wide range of apps, from serious enterprise apps (that make business cogs turn smoothly) to consumer apps (the ones you personally download)...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Bristol, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Launch your digital products faster than your competition

    Redops collaborates with both tech start-ups and enterprise-level companies to provide them with exceptional-quality applications. We offer a full-cycle development approach, from product definition to design, launching an MVP, and product scaling. Our mobile development services include consulting, app UX...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Ottawa, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Developing and integrating eCommerce apps

    Since 2012, Attractor Software LLC has offered Custom Software Development as an outsourcing service for projects of varying complexity and size...

    Top Services:

    • CRM Consulting
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Software For Business Development Company

    Softaware can prosper businesses by utilizing our understanding of technological advancements and market trends...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Sofia, Bulgaria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Custom Software & Design Solutions

    IvorySoft delivers custom software and design solutions that meet your target audience's needs. Our expert team specializes in FinTech, Cybersecurity, Retail & Ecommerce, Healthcare, EdTech, and Communication, offering tailored solutions to startups and established businesses worldwide. With 70+ successful...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Kyiv, Ukraine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Bespoke Software Solutions

    Softwire delivers bespoke software solutions and consultancy to the UK's leading brands. With a commitment to exceptional service and customer satisfaction, we prioritize building long-lasting relationships with our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Best Web & Mobile Development Company

    We are an application development company with experience in platform application development, custom SAAS applications, and UX/UI...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Pelham, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Building great web & mobile apps

    Our team at freevision is highly skilled and committed to developing one-of-a-kind solutions for our customers...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Bratislava, Slovakia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Agile & User-Centric Approach

    CTOs founded Growthmill, and we take an agile, user-centered approach to every project. We don't add unnecessary project management and documentation to the workload...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Plano, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We bring stories alive!

    Built into all our websites is Artificial Intelligence. A.I. is all about creating a personalised website experience based on a site visitor's unique situation. In its simplest form, a good website is a lead generation tool. Our A.I. strategies enable SME's to convert approximately 19% more traffic to...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Startups, from Idea to Impact.

    THINKLIONS is an app development and business planning agency. With a team of seasoned startup consultants, creative design experts, and development professionals, ThinkLions leverages cutting-edge methodologies to bring app concepts to life. It focuses on crafting investor-grade business plans and providing...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Oak Park, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Visualizing and proving ideas

    Infuse is a digital production agency that specializes in crafting top-quality digital content to assist companies in achieving their marketing, sales, and training goals. Our core focus is on delivering 3D animations, mobile apps, virtual and augmented reality experiences, live videos (including 360 videos)...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Lehi, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Mobile apps, websites and management systems (CMS)

    The company has created over 150 mobile applications that have been downloaded over 100 million times as of this writing, including music, games, tools, and programs made for our corporate clients and national public institutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Krakow, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Create Custom Delivery Solutions in 30 Days

    You don't have to worry about whether your project will be completed on schedule. We already have a ready-made solution that gives you confidence in the quality of the finished product...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    Location
    Cheyenne, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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Frequently Asked Questions About App Development Companies

What services do app development companies typically offer?

App development companies usually handle strategy, UI/UX design, development, testing, launch, and ongoing maintenance. Some also provide product research and app store optimization.

How much does it cost to hire an app development company?

App development agencies typically charge between $30,000 and $500,000+, depending on the scope and complexity of the project.

Typical custom app costs by scope include:

  • Simple app: $10,000 to $35,000
  • Medium-complexity app: $35,000 to $150,000
  • Complex app: $150,000 to $300,000+

How long does it take to develop a mobile app?

Most apps take around 3 to 7 months to develop, though the timeline depends on complexity, features, technology, and the development team. Changes in scope, integrations, and testing requirements can also extend the timeline.

  • Simple apps: a few weeks to 3 months
  • Medium-complexity apps: 3 to 7 months
  • Complex apps: 7 to 12+ months 

How do I choose the right app development company?

Look at relevant experience, past projects, technical expertise, communication, and post-launch support. The company should also understand your business goals and target users.

What should I look for in an app development company’s portfolio?

Check whether they have built apps similar to yours and review the usability, design quality, and functionality of their work. Pay attention to projects in your industry or with comparable technical requirements.

What track record should I look for in an app development company?

Ask for launch counts, instead of project counts. An app development company that has shipped dozens of live apps has already solved App Store review, retention, and post-launch iteration. Designli, for example, lists more than 200 product launches and traces its process back to Applits, an app studio its founders ran before the agency existed.

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