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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Build Labs offers an immersive coding program tailored for emerging technology professionals, including developers and UX designers, embarking on their careers. Through meticulously structured apprenticeships, we empower these budding talents to enhance their skill sets. Additionally, Build Labs actively...
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- Mobile App Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Software Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are San Diego's mobile-native and mobile-first consultancy. We specialize in Swift for iOS, Flutter for iOS/Android, and React for Web. We have led projects for Fortune 500 companies and startups. If you're looking for an easy-to-talk-to and experienced partner to build your app, call devAtelier!...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- Web Development
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Lumen Teknoindo specializes in delivering top-tier IT solutions tailored to align seamlessly with your business processes and existing systems. Our focus on providing bespoke system implementations ensures optimal compatibility and efficiency, empowering your business to thrive in the digital landscape...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Cybersecurity
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Yogyakarta, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Fortress is a dynamic software development agency with over four years of experience. It specializes in R&D, software, hardware, cross-platform mobile, and DevOps solutions. The agency provides comprehensive solutions, system architecture, technical support, and long-term maintenance plans. Digital...
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- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Da Nang, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nine Summits Technology is a leading technology firm committed to delivering comprehensive digital solutions tailored to meet the dynamic needs of businesses across diverse industries. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our robust suite of services designed to navigate the intricacies of the digital...
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- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
- Web Development
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- Location
- Al Raafah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Appnality is an American software company that offers diverse mobile app development services. Be it App Concept and Strategy or UX and UI design development, Appnality has all your mobile app needs covered. Our quality assurance, testing, and data protection provide you with a fulfilling, keeping you and...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- West Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Tooktech Web Technologies is a software development agency. With a seasoned team of engineers, designers, and project managers, the agency specializes in back-end development, front-end design, and QA automation, ensuring seamless user experiences across web and mobile platforms. Guided by structured...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our focus is on combining digital strategy, UX design and technological development to help individuals and organizations' grow in a connected world...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Raven drives business transformation with a global team, turning disruptive ideas into reality through design, UX, tech, and data...
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- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
Naibit delivers AI-powered and data-driven solutions to optimize processes and drive success for global businesses...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Hockessin, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Hey there! My name is Sara Neal and I'm the person behind Sara Neal Creative Studio. I help small, often women-owned businesses craft or refine branding that connects with their audience and tells their authentic story...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Kissimmee, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
An indie game studio / creative digital agency focused on user-centric design. From conception, through design, and even in development, we always keep our users front of mind. We know all the best practices from over 200 products worth of experience, conduct audits and studies to have data to back up design...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Longmont, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Formics Tech LLC is a Digital Product Development company we help people with bringing their idea to real life execution with our expertise. We are helping startups upscale their operations with providing services for building their digital tools ...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
StackOne is a premier provider of advanced technologies and services in Zambia, specializing in scalable solutions tailored for businesses of varying sizes. We take pride in our extensive pool of skilled developers, ready to collaborate on your software projects. Leveraging our accelerated development...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- IT Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
New York App Devs is a top-rated mobile app development company in New York specializing in custom iOS, Android, and AI-powered solutions. From eCommerce to healthcare, we build sleek, scalable apps tailored for NYC's fast-paced market. Our local team uses Swift, Kotlin, Flutter & TensorFlow to craft...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Testing
- Software Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Let us build your app, device, automation or agent that will raise your business to the next level. With Motanz Tech, you're not just getting a service provider; you're gaining a partner dedicated to your long-term success...
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- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IoT
- Software Development
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- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
IT Consultancy company born in Portugal to help companies all over Europe on achieving their digital and business evolution goals...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
A future where creators and builders grow together, scaling businesses through thoughtful software. We build software that moves businesses forward while creating real opportunity for the people whobuild it...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Muskegon, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Admiral Studios, an expert web development company, we embrace the latest and most advanced technologies. Our team ensures that your website stays ahead of the curve, giving you a competitive edge...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Storygame is a Web3 product development platform and blockchain services provider. We build the foundational tools, smart contracts, and decentralized infrastructure that power the next generation of digital products...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
Enovadors is a full-service digital solutions company that has been empowering businesses since 2015 with innovative technology and creative expertise. From software and app development to SEO, game development, web solutions, and video animation, the agency delivers comprehensive services designed to help...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- North Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
Akxens Inc. is a premier enterprise software engineering firm redefining the standards of digital transformation by bridging the critical gap between boutique agility and institutional scale. We specialize in architecting high-performance digital infrastructure from custom ERP and CRM ecosystems to scalable...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Digital Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SecondsEdge turns ideas into real, working software without the usual delays. We take rough concepts, shape them into clear scope, and move straight into build. No long discovery phases. No endless revisions. Just focused execution and fast delivery. From prototypes to full MVPs, we build what matters first...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Milton, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Gumbo is an AI implementation studio helping companies move from single-player AI usage to multiplayer systems where humans and AI agents work side by side. We design and deploy AI-powered workflows, agents, internal tools, and operational systems that create shared context, memory, and compounding...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Arsum LLC builds AI automation and AI agent development systems for B2B teams. We help teams automate SEO, content operations, reporting, research, internal workflows, customer acquisition, and executive workflows with custom AI agents, workflow automation, API/webhook integrations, browser automation, and...
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- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Hi! Were Koparion Studio, an independent studio driven by passion, curiosity, and creativity.Founded by a solo creator, our small team works together to build fun, useful, and meaningful apps and games for people all over the world.Every project we release is a step toward our dream to make technology...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Jashore, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Weapplinse Technologies LLP helps startups, SMEs, and enterprises build scalable mobile apps, web applications, AI-powered solutions, and MVPs. With 12+ years of experience, we create digital products that drive growth, improve user engagement, and accelerate business success...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Driving Digital Transformation For Progressive Brands with ove 500+ happy clients from 23 countries and 94% client retention rate we are one of the leading shopify , shopify plus and Agentic AI solutions provider for Global Brands...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
EasyIOT is a company that provides contract product design and manufacturing services, with expertise in electronics and the Internet of Things. Our headquarters is in Sydney, Australia, and we have a satellite office in Chengdu, China. Our product design service comes with unlimited revisions and a 100%...
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- IoT
- Product Design
- Wearables
- AI Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Charnette Labs is a digital consultancy building premium web and app products for the luxury travel and tourism sector. We design and develop client websites, event platforms, and whitelabel admin tools for tour operators, DMCs, and travel brands who need more than a template site. Our focus is the...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Projectsity aims to provide affordable marketing and branding solutions with complete satisfaction and security, making lives while ensuring safe business operations and maximum profits & ROIs...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Market Research
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- Location
- Brampton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Techelix is an AI-powered software company driving innovation through advanced solutions. We specialize in AI, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Blockchain, Mobile App development, and SaaS platforms, helping businesses build intelligent, scalable, and future-ready products. Our expert team...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WebYourMind along with it's skilled team and the most cutting-edge technologies to turn your ideas into a reality, beginning with the concept and ending with the launch. We are here to assist you in taking your company to the next level and bringing your aspirations into reality. Your company will benefit...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Building Impactful Apps since 2013...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Vasteras, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000

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VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Founded in 2009 by a former Apple engineer, Chad Jones, Push Interactions produces feature-rich, intuitive mobile apps for iOS and Android devices. Its track record includes 300+ completed apps, 2M+ downloads, and 99.9% uptime for clients like Affinity Credit Union and Co-Op...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Saskatoon, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Consulting and Contracting Services company providing expert advisory and development services...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Southport, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Altitude Design is a Dalkeith-based web design agency specialising in creating professional, custom-built websites for small businesses and trades across Edinburgh and the Lothians. We offer transparent, fixed pricing with no upfront costs, making quality web design accessible to local businesses...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nine Pixels is more than just a web application development agency. It is a team of inspirational young experts. They turn visions into digital realities, leveraging innovation, reputation, and vision to drive results. With a focus on professionalism and a passion for its craft, Nine Pixels has quickly risen...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Pixelflames is a Dubai-based digital solutions agency specializing in high-performance, scalable, and multilingual web and mobile experiences. With over a decade of expertise, we deliver secure, user-centric platforms tailored to business needs, leveraging cutting-edge technology and AI tools to optimize SEO...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Black Sigma Technologies is a leader in software and IOT development, delivering cutting-edge solutions tailored for the U.S market. Our strategic location within CT/EST time zones ensures seamless collaboration and real-time communication...
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- Software Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
AKSAMIT PROJECTS is a digital engineering studio building scalable, high-performance digital products for growing businesses. We specialize in SaaS platforms, web applications, and AI-driven systems designed for long-term scalability and efficiency...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
TecOrb Technologies is one of the reputed Mobile Application and Website development company with over 150+ solutions delivered in multiple domains all over the Globe. We build prominent and scalable solution for different range of businesses in affordable expense and using latest tech stack...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $14/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Integra Sources is a professional IT service company with various expertise: PCB design, firmware programming, Embedded C, building Computer Vision algorithms, creating cross-platform applications, building drivers, etc. Coding languages: C/C++, Python, React, PHP, etc.MCUs: ESP and STM-series, Raspberry...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Wearables
- IoT
- Product Design
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- Location
- Astana, Kazakhstan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Pell Software is a 100% US based company focused on building long term, authentic partnerships. We focus on learning about your specific business needs in order to find the best software solution that will help you scale your business...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are an independent creative agency, populated by a diverse and devotedgroup of strategists, storytellers, designers, marketeers and digital developers.We believe in independent thinking, a holistic view on design anda human-centric approach. This total design-mindset enables us to...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We are a leading Digital Marketing Agency in Ahmedabad where we believe that “An Innovative Idea Begins From The Mind of Creative People”. Our motto is to deliver finest IT business solutions to our customers & to Offer a perfect sky to brand for building their presence in this digital world...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
We are Shammah Inbound Marketing: Crafting Digital Magic for Your Success. We're Colombia's masterminds of inbound strategy, digital development, and marketing education, reshaping the future of your brand with each click...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SoftApps LLC is a custom software development company helping businesses transform ideas, workflows, and growth opportunities into scalable digital products. We design and develop custom software, SaaS platforms, mobile applications, AI-powered solutions, business systems, and high-performance websites for...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Our team of expert software engineers leads our clients through the product development process, laying out clear expectations and goals to hasten the product's time to market...
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Black Kite Technologies is an India-based software development company delivering end-to-end solutions for businesses of all sizes with a 100% success rate. We specialize in web and mobile app development, quality assurance, system integration, cloud solutions, and custom software development. Our core team...
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- Software Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
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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