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.
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CT Software Solutions offers custom development using quick, dependable, and technologically sound techniques...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
For companies that require unique solutions to problems or the automation of processes, we build software...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Canton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Our team at Red Hawk Technologies provides bundled development, maintenance, and tech support services for mid-market companies. We work closely with our clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions that help them achieve their business goals...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Wilder, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At AR++, we scrupulously translate our customer demands into the language of software since 2019, from day one. We offer Mobile Development, Web Development, UI/UX Design, AI and ML Technologies, Blockchain Products, as well as customer and technical support services, which will guarantee the stable operation...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HappyByte is a dependable partner for your app projects, with over 12 years of experience in numerous successful app projects, including the creation of our own app startups. Our technical expertise and understanding of the entire app lifecycle set us apart. We're excited to take on your project and turn your...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Konstanz, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
BeKey is an engineering company headquartered in the US that provides businesses worldwide with custom software solutions and dedicated teams for startups. We specialize in digital health and wellness solutions and offer core services such as custom software development, mobile app development, hardware...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- Petah Tikva, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
WestonDev is a technology agency located in Miami, that collaborates with businesses to develop technology solutions aimed at accelerating growth. Our services include creating automated workflows, developing custom native mobile/web apps, and integrating CRM with various APIs for services like text...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Weston, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Smart Mobile House is a globally-operating, leading mobile development agency in Europe. What sets us apart is that we not only deliver highly interactive mobile and web applications, but we also help mid-size and large businesses to create products that establish innovative relationships between consumers...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Blackburn Labs was established in 2015, and we are proud to have a team of skilled and driven programmers, architects and process specialists. With a track record of award-winning software design and development across various industries, we have the technical expertise and business acumen to provide...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Software Development
- Location
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ITIDO is a software product company that offers a comprehensive suite of software development services, from software design and architecture to quality assurance, product management, and IT consulting. We collaborate with high-growth technology scale-ups and large enterprise companies, as well as global...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We can assist if you're looking for comprehensive mobile strategy advice, full-stack solutions for your app, and backend development services with ongoing maintenance and support...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- IT Services
- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are DeSmart, a tight-knit group of skilled, imaginative, and open-minded software professionals with a firm grasp of both business and technology who are based in Poland...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Gdynia, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Become a mobile enterprise that connects staff and clients to real-time data to transform your business...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We create marketplaces and SaaS products for the web and mobile...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Devvela has been assisting businesses of various sizes and types to harness the power of technology since 2007. Our client base includes daring startups, local brick-and-mortars, as well as Fortune 100 enterprises...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Web Development
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are experts in the usability and user experience of digital products...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Žilina, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a full-stack digital agency, which means we have expertise in everything from dashboards and APIs to unique apps and websites...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- St. Louis Park, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
We are experts in web and mobile development, and we can work with you to create a fantastic product from your idea...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- IT Services
- Location
- Częstochowa, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Utopia is a Software House that offers customized technical solutions for a wide range of industries. Our aim is to assist enterprises by providing tailored IT solutions that cater to their specific needs...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As a renowned nearshore provider of IT Software Solutions, NextAge's team is constantly focused on finding the best outcomes for our clients...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- CURITIBA, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Are you in need of building a new product from scratch or improving an existing one? No need to worry, we at UIG Studio have worked with companies of all sizes, ranging from enterprise brands to new startups, and we have the experience and expertise to help you achieve your goals...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
MonkeyTech is a company that specializes in developing products that combine the art of User Experience and cutting-edge technology, two of our areas of expertise...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Majestyk was established in 2011 with the goal of improving everyday life through exceptional experiences...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Studio 12 is a full-stack development agency that can support your current team...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Riverside, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Profit from our highly qualified teams' expertise in selecting the ideal technological solution for your requirements...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Location
- Redmond, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
BinarApps is a digital product development company catering to startups and established global brands. Their team has a unique blend of business and technology expertise, enabling them to offer valuable insights from both perspectives. They take on any challenge, whether it's building digital products from...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Lodz, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Our team, comprising over 45 agile web, mobile, and software experts, is located in Soho Square, London, with additional offices in Paris and New York. We collaborate with you to solve your critical business issues on the same whiteboard...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Fgfactory provides end-to-end game development services for various businesses in the gaming and entertainment industry, from initial concept to launch.We specialize in developing games for mobile, web, and desktop platforms, serving industries such as game startups and publishers, EdTech, consumer goods...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We provide all the necessary business and technological skills to assist businesses in creating a successful digital product...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MOHARA strives to democratize the development of technology products by enabling anyone to be an innovator. Our partners are driven by the desire to improve people's lives through technology. Unfortunately, many investors focus on technical founders and overlook those without technical backgrounds...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- Web Development
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our product is our culture, and our greatest asset is our workforce. One of the top places to work in Sri Lanka's IT/ITes sector in 2022 has been named Ceyentra...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Big Fish, we are a team of technical experts based in the U.S. who design and build custom mobile apps...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Our design and development services will advance your company and provide outstanding value...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Advertising
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Distributed, we believe that the future of business lies in the ability to work with globally distributed teams without the need for technical development teams in residence. Our platform offers clients the opportunity to work with fully managed, experienced software developers and engineers from all over...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Sensi Labs is an innovation-driven software house that builds digital products for startups, established businesses, and corporations throughout Europe. We have offices in Poland and the UK, and our team is committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At our company, we specialize in helping businesses of all sizes achieve their digital goals by providing a range of services that includes digital strategy, branding, website and mobile app design and development, and digitalization consultancy. Our team of experts works closely with clients to create...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Softroids is a custom mobile app development company based in Wroclaw that has gained recognition for developing some of the most popular apps in Poland. However, their services are not limited to Poland as they work with clients from around the globe...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Investidea Technology, we provide IT outsourcing services with a focus on delivering the fastest MVP product delivery time. We specialize in turning smart ideas into amazing products, and our support spans from software development, product consulting, and working processes to infrastructure and technical...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Software Development
- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At Fluff Software, we specialize in delivering world-class design, development, and strategy to create digital products and software solutions that turn your vision into reality. We work closely with our clients to ensure that what we develop is effective, offering a range of services including strategy and...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Swindon, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Unified Modern Minds is an AI-first engineering and technology partner delivering advanced development services and digital solutions to businesses worldwide...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We pride ourselves on being the top IT services provider in Egypt and the Middle East, earned through two decades of helping businesses achieve digital transformation and enhancing their digital processes. As the digital landscape is ever-changing, we strive to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Alexandria, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We help businesses streamline software development, accelerate delivery, and achieve their product vision with access to turnkey engineering resources and world-class technical talent...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Media Clock is a web and mobile application development company based in Melbourne, Australia...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- St Kilda, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our competitive advantage is that we offer full-cycle product development, which will be extremely beneficial to the realization of your projects...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Location
- Fujairah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BrightMarbles is a top-tier software engineering firm dedicated to creating stunning digital products, software, and experiences. Our team members have an average experience of 7+ years and have collectively accumulated 47 decades of software engineering experience. We specialize in developing complex...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We are a 360-degree idea machine, which means that we don't view you as merely another undertaking with a start, middle, and end. Your long-term success is our goal...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Ferndale, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our customers range in size from start-ups to established businesses looking for innovative software solutions...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We have extensive experience in developing any type of software when it comes to web and mobile app development, thanks to our many international clients...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Gliwice, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We can assist you with the development of both your modern application and Cloud-Native app because we are an AWS partner...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Québec, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
By implementing software and BI solutions tailored to each client's unique requirements, we hope to empower and support our clients as they optimize their business processes...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Ramos MejIa, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mobile App Development Specializations
- Accessibility Mobile App
- Android
- App Development Consultants
- Application Modernization
- Consumer
- Cross-Platform
- eCommerce
- Educational
- Enterprise
- Entertainment App Development
- Field Operations
- Financial
- Fitness App Development
- Food Delivery App Development
- Freelance
- Gambling
- Games
- Government
- Healthcare
- HTML5
- Hybrid
- Insurance
- iPad
- iPhone
- Media App
- Mobile App design
- Nonprofit
- Publishing
- React Native
- Restaurant App Development
- Small Businesses App Development
- Social Network Apps
- Sports App Development
- Startup
- Telemedicine App Development
- Thunkable
- Travel App Development
- Wearables
- Windows
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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.
What are the top mobile app development companies in 2026?
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