The gap between a compelling product concept and a market-ready design is where most projects lose momentum. Find leading product design companies on DesignRush with verified credentials and client feedback that can brindge that gap.
Best Product Design Firms
20 Companies-Rankings updated: September 04, 2026
DesignRush vets all product designers based on professional qualifications and verified customer feedback to help you choose confidently. Some placements may be paid.
Providing Top-notch Product and Architectural rendering services.
Best 3D rendering services, from Real estate to 3D Product Renders, 360° Renders and interactive AR/VR models. Trust 360 Render for CAD, AR/VR, and animations...
Top Services:
Product Design
Location
Madurai, India
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$30/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
360 Render Services
Product Design
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Brain made is a creative agency that crafts compelling visual identities. From logo design and illustrations to catalogs and brochures, we empower your business to stand out. Through our designs, we tell your brand's story and connect you with your customers on an emotional level...
Top Services:
Graphic Design
Branding
Logo Design
Creative Services
Print Design
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Location
Novi Sad, Serbia
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$40/hr
Portfolios Count
31 Projects Listed
Brain Made Services
Graphic Design
Branding
Logo Design
Creative Services
Print Design
Product Design
Package Design
Design Services
Digital Services
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Titan Design is a hands on, brand strategy & packaging design agency.
For startups or global brands our philosophy is the same, leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of beautiful, effective and consistent brand stories across every channel...
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Package Design
Logo Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Creative Services
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Location
Belgrade, Serbia
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$40/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
8 Projects Listed
Titan Design Services
Package Design
Logo Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Design Services
Product Design
Print Design
Web Design
WordPress Website Design
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Empowering Your Digital Future With Reliable IT Solutions
Alliance IT Solutions delivers expert IT services and custom technology solutions designed to accelerate business growth. Trusted by clients across the USA, Australia, and New Zealand, we combine innovation with reliability to keep your operations running smoothly...
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eCommerce Development
SEO
Web Development
Web Design
Logo Design
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Location
Christchurch, New Zealand
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$40/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
Alliance IT Solutions Services
eCommerce Development
SEO
Web Development
Web Design
Logo Design
Product Design
Digital Strategy
WordPress Website Design
Digital Marketing
PPC
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DealKing
Erin Gymnastics Oceania
Hotmilk Lingerie
By Oriana Collection
Sunday Seoul Limited
ListBurst
Envy By Kirstina Inc
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Alliance IT Solutions Reviews & Testimonials
alisha kapoor
Review from Google
5.0★
alisha kapoor's Review Sourced from Google
Alliance IT Solutions delivers modern, professional web development with attention to detail and clean design. Their team is responsive, turning ideas into functional, responsive websites that work smoothly across devices. Highly recommend.
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Twistag is an AI and product engineering agency based in Lisbon, Portugal. Founded in 2016, we help companies move faster than their market building AI agents, data platforms, and cloud-native products that create real competitive advantage...
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eCommerce Development
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Web Development
Mobile App Development
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Location
Lisbon, Portugal
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Twistag Services
eCommerce Development
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Web Development
Mobile App Development
Software Development
Product Design
Design Services
HR Outsourcing
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Kencko
Sunrise
Defined.ai
Autodesk
Nike
Ohne
Shoplater
Jerinimo Martins
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Twistag Reviews & Testimonials
Li Furtado
Founder at CINCO store
5.0★
Web Development Review from Li Furtado
The 3rd website of our company website was the most honest, simple and easy experience! Since our first meeting with the team to the last deliver, all work was smooth, times were always a thing for us and twistag never missed a deadline! great team, great project and we are very proud of the tool we have. our sales are growing so everything worked for the best!
Thomas Naylor
Founder at Hifo.co
5.0★
Web Design Review from Thomas Naylor
The Twistag team was talented, thoughtful and great to work with. Going to Lisbon to meet the team to work through key questions, and then have a great meal to celebrate the progress, was a highlight.
From the design of the logo, branding, UI, UX, to the coding and implementation of the complex functionality in hifo (https://hifo.co) - working with Twistag made the development process a fulfilling and rewarding experience.
In particular, the support that I had from Twistag in working through the nuances of functional requirements, and then agreeing on the right approach, and fulfilling the brief as agreed, underlined the success of the project.
Above all, I really enjoyed working with the Twistag team - and indeed continue to work with Twistag for further stages in development.
Stefan Lavén
CEO and Founder at Data Talks
5.0★
Software Development Review from Stefan Lavén
We have relied on Twistag as a partner for quite a few years. They are a really good partner with a great team. They always deliver on expectations and are very responsive to our needs when they change. it is really hard to deliver quality year after year but Twistag does exactly that.
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Successfully helping world-class companies bring products & services to market.
"A well designed product brings users to your products. A well designed product user experience brings customers to your brand for life." — Lars Owens...
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Graphic Design
Product Design
Package Design
Logo Design
Web Design
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Location
Lincoln, Nebraska
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
Lars Owens Design Services
Graphic Design
Product Design
Package Design
Logo Design
Web Design
SEO
Audio Production
Print Design
Design Services
Video Production
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Barna Design is a multidisciplinary creative agency where product design engineers, graphic designers, brand strategists and developers work together as one team. We create brand identities, packaging, product designs, websites and digital experiences that connect strong visual thinking with real business...
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Graphic Design
Branding
Package Design
Print Design
Logo Design
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Location
Budapest, Hungary
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$65/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
7 Projects Listed
Barna Design Services
Graphic Design
Branding
Package Design
Print Design
Logo Design
Product Design
Web Design
PPC
SEO
Social Media Marketing
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Telekom
OTP Travel
Nemzeti Utalvány
Supple
Naturi
Natúr Tanya
CBA
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Barna Design Reviews & Testimonials
József Grebenár
Review from Google
5.0★
József Grebenár's Review Sourced from Google
They are demanding. Professionals. They have a sense of what they do. The worst thing we can do is not give them complete creative freedom - because they know what they are doing. I consider one of my best management decisions (because of the return) to be entrusting them with everything possible.
MYTEAM Business Boost
Review from Google
5.0★
MYTEAM Business Boost's Review Sourced from Google
Fantastic designers. No matter whether we speak about product, web or packaging design. Red Dot awards tell everything about their quality of work. I prefer working with Barna Design
Julia Nagy Magyari
Review from Google
5.0★
Julia Nagy Magyari's Review Sourced from Google
The Barna Design team is exceptionally professional and creative. In every project, they focus fully on the client's business goals. They create not only spectacular, but also truly functional brand solutions that contribute significantly to success. They are precise, reliable and inspiring partners who are a pleasure to work with.
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Reflective Media is a Packaging Studio, specializing in CPG labelling, package design adaptation, full branding exploration and standards development...
Top Services:
Package Design
Branding
Print Design
Product Design
Graphic Design
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Location
Toronto, Canada
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$75/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Reflective Media Inc. Services
Package Design
Branding
Print Design
Product Design
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Logo Design
Design Services
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CannMedica
Sabatini's Gourmet Foods
Highland Farms
TBH - To Be Honest
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Reflective Media Inc. Reviews & Testimonials
Raquell (Gama e) Silva
Co-founder at Hyper Acai
5.0★
Package Design Review from Raquell (Gama e) Silva
We worked with Reflective Media Inc. on a label compliance and branding redesign project to align our packaging with Canadian regulations. Fernanda was knowledgeable and clearly experienced, showing a strong understanding of compliance requirements. They delivered items on time, were responsive to our needs, and managed the project in an organized, professional way.
Danika Charity
Founder at Maker
5.0★
Package Design Review from Danika Charity
We are a brand-new start-up preparing to bring our very first food and beverage product to the US market. From the moment I connected with Fernanda on a CPG-focused Slack group she has been a wealth of knowledge and an incredible resource. We were looking for guidance around claims and packaging design and she conducted a Graphic Compliance Audit for us. She is extremely knowledgeable and her notes and suggestions were very helpful. We look forward to working with her again in the future.
Tony Scida
Chief People Officer at RE:FOCUS HR Solutions INc.
5.0★
Branding Review from Tony Scida
Full branding development, website and copywriting. Created custom logo and defined a colour palette for my new company launch. Very happy with the final results, getting really positive compliments from peers at meetings and new clients.
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The Skyline Agency is a leading, full-service digital advertising and branding agency based in Dallas, TX, dedicated to help both national and global, as well as startups that need to punch above their weight...
Top Services:
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
SEO
Branding
Package Design
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Location
Dallas, Texas
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$80/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
The Skyline Agency Services
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
SEO
Branding
Package Design
Product Design
Web Development
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Dymatize
Premier Protein
Post Holdings
PowerBar
TBX
Arca Continental
Shotz Natural Energy
MOXE
Cheezdoodles
Wise Snacks
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The Skyline Agency Reviews & Testimonials
ATTK Imarotuz Zuhroh
Review from Google
5.0★
ATTK Imarotuz Zuhroh's Review Sourced from Google
The Skyline Agency’s online marketing strategies have made a world of difference for our business, helping us connect with new customers and increase sales.
JAE 18
Review from Google
5.0★
JAE 18's Review Sourced from Google
The Skyline Agency’s SEO services helped us rank higher on search engines, and their marketing strategies have made a big impact on our business growth.
Oktaviana Devi Ariani
Review from Google
5.0★
Oktaviana Devi Ariani's Review Sourced from Google
The team at The Skyline Agency is extremely knowledgeable, and their innovative online marketing strategies helped us achieve our business goals faster than expected.
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GAZE is a Brisbane-based design studio that works with small businesses to create bold brands and packaging that pops. Because your brand is meant to be seen...
Top Services:
Print Design
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Logo Design
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Location
Hamilton, Australia
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$85/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
GAZE Creative Services
Print Design
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Logo Design
Product Design
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Protein Supplies Australia
Botanika Blends
Snap Fitness
Updog
Natures Pantry Supplies
Chatswood Golf Club
Lycon Cosmetics
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GAZE Creative Reviews & Testimonials
Bears Digital Marketing
Review from Google
5.0★
Bears Digital Marketing's Review Sourced from Google
GAZE is my go-to for all things creative and design. Working with Rochelle is so easy as she's responsive, forward-thinking and a truly talented designers. Definitely recommend!
Updog Team
Review from Google
5.0★
Updog Team's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Gaze to design our packaging labels was hands down the best decision we made. Rochelle went above and beyond to make sure the printed designs turned out perfectly and explained things along the way that we hadn't considered (screen printing vs label printing, eyemarks, regulatory additions, the list goes on!). Communication and turnaround times were so fast, the entire project was just a breath of fresh air compared to other service providers we've come across. I'll recommend Gaze to everyone who needs a graphic designer.
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With a track record dating back to 2010, our team of Shopify developers has been instrumental in helping our clients achieve sales exceeding $100 million...
Top Services:
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Logo Design
Product Design
eCommerce Development
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Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
Conspire Services
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Logo Design
Product Design
eCommerce Development
CRO
Digital Marketing
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Your healthcare development partner: We build digital health products that leverage generative AI to improve patient care, operation costs, and provider burnout...
Top Services:
Mobile App Development
Web Design
Web Development
UI/UX Design
AI Development
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Location
Irvine, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
Topflight Apps Services
Mobile App Development
Web Design
Web Development
UI/UX Design
AI Development
Product Design
Wearables
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Professional Packaging Design and Brand Development Visionaries
Design to Brand is a dynamic force in the world of branding and design, providing brands with bold and impactful graphic design, stunningly realistic 3D renders, dynamic web design, captivating animations, and expert in-house printing. With our creative excellence, we empower brands to reach new heights and...
Top Services:
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Logo Design
Print Design
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Location
Brea, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
8 Projects Listed
Design to Brand Services
Branding
Package Design
Web Design
Logo Design
Print Design
Product Design
Graphic Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Video Production
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Creative Wise is a boutique branding, packaging, and shopify - focused agency built for CPG brands. We help companies in food, beverage, wellness, supplements, beauty, and personal care create distinctive brand identities, packaging, e-commerce experiences, and creative systems that drive growth...
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Package Design
Branding
Product Design
Web Design
Design Services
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Location
Austin, Texas
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$110/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
11 Projects Listed
CreativeWise Services
Package Design
Branding
Product Design
Web Design
Design Services
Creative Services
Digital Strategy
eCommerce Development
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
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Keep Your Business Competitive in an App-Connected World.
Expert website design and development - mobile application development - API integration: we do it all! Your online presence can't be left to just anyone. We are an agile-focused agency with a high client satisfaction rate. Whatever you need to build to scale your business - we'll help you build it the...
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eCommerce Development
Web Development
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Mobile App Development
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Location
Pasadena, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
12 Projects Listed
Sunrise Integration Services
eCommerce Development
Web Development
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Mobile App Development
ERP Consulting
CRM Consulting
Graphic Design
Product Design
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Bombas
Rebecca Minkoff
Pitney Bowes
DHL
Untuckit
Live Nation
Freshbooks
Morphe
Recharge
Maersk
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Sunrise Integration Reviews & Testimonials
Noah Austin
CTO at OkCapsule
5.0★
eCommerce Development Review from Noah Austin
OkCapsule notes that it's rare to find a team like Sunrise Integration that combines technical expertise with exceptional people skills. Its mix of intelligence and charm was appreciated throughout the partnership. The objective was to transition the infrastructure of a custom e-commerce application to support headless commerce across different platforms. Impressively, Sunrise Integration completed the job below the estimated budget and faster than anticipated. (Verified via email)
Zev Herman
Owner at Superior Lighting
4.7★
eCommerce Development Review from Zev Herman
Superior Lighting hired Sunrise Integration because of its expertise in integrating and optimizing search algorithms with Algolia search. What the client appreciates most about the agency is its clear communication, quick responses, and transparent business practices. Moreover, Sunrise Integration consistently completes tasks, proactively addresses and resolves issues, and offers valuable suggestions. (Verified via email)
Madeline Seyler
Digital Marketing & E-commerce Manager at 4moms
5.0★
Shopify Review from Madeline Seyler
The client partnered with Sunrise Integration due to its profound knowledge and expertise in SAP, its ERP platform. The agency's meticulous planning and execution approach enabled the client to launch as planned. Beyond the launch, Sunrise helped in enhancing the client's internal processes. Its collaboration with the client's ERP consultant, especially in addressing and resolving unexpected challenges, was particularly commendable. (Verified via email)
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We are a London based strategic Branding, Packaging & Marketing Agency with over 19 years experience building FMCG, CPG & Consumer brands. We are a full service agency with over 19 years experience building global brands and iconic challengers. Working with clients from concept to consumer...
Top Services:
Branding
Package Design
Design Services
Product Design
Graphic Design
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Location
London, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
Greatergood Brands® Services
Branding
Package Design
Design Services
Product Design
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Print Design
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PepsiCo
Pernod Ricard
EIT Food
Nestle
Tesco
Pret A Manger
Miso Tasty
The Savourists
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Greatergood Brands® Reviews & Testimonials
Jasleen
Review from Google
5.0★
Jasleen's Review Sourced from Google
I reached out to GreaterGood, even though the service I was looking for, they didn’t provide. Daniel was extremely helpful in directing me to other resources and went above and beyond to provide excellent customer service!
Cody Hagler
Review from Google
5.0★
Cody Hagler's Review Sourced from Google
We've worked with Daniel and Greatergood on many website projects over the years. They're true experts in brand design and packaging, especially for food, drink, and consumer brands. The team is easy to work with, responsive, and always brings a clear creative vision to the table. One of the best clients we’ve partnered with — highly recommended!
Katie Jenkins
Review from Google
5.0★
Katie Jenkins's Review Sourced from Google
It has been great working with Daniel on our branding strategy - he has been very communicative and collaborative throughout and we really love the concepts he has designed. Highly recommended for new CPG brands.
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HEY! We're Studio Zak, an award winning branding, packaging, and surface design studio that combines creativity with strategy to deliver designs that get results...
Top Services:
Package Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Logo Design
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Location
Rome, Italy
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
9 Projects Listed
Studio Zak Services
Package Design
Branding
Graphic Design
Creative Services
Logo Design
Print Design
Design Services
Product Design
Digital Services
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Sugar Foods Coorporatio
Target
Hallmark
Vernel
Ponds
Eataly
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Studio Zak Reviews & Testimonials
Fabiano José Dos Santos
General Manager at Petras Agroindústria Ltda
5.0★
Package Design Review from Fabiano José Dos Santos
After 25 years in business, we knew it was time for a brand refresh something that felt modern and exciting while still honoring the recognition weve built with our loyal customers. Studio Zak nailed it. They guided us through the rebranding and packaging redesign seamlessly, finding the perfect balance between fresh and familiar. Were thrilled with the results and cant wait to launch our updated look!
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Modelight is a Warsaw-based 3D animation studio specializing in B2B technical content. Since 2008, we've produced animations and visualizations for CNC manufacturers, medical device companies, HVAC brands, and industrial e-commerce clients who need to explain how something works, not just what it looks like...
Top Services:
Video Production
Product Design
Location
Warsaw, Poland
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Modelight Services
Video Production
Product Design
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SOL-M
USTM
Pokolm
Kaast
Smurfit Cappa
Hexonic
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Modelight Reviews & Testimonials
Bartłomiej Stańczak
Review from Google
5.0★
Bartłomiej Stańczak's Review Sourced from Google
The collaboration was a success, even before the deadline. Subsequent stages of production ran smoothly, and Jakub supported us every step of the way, even with technical issues. I highly recommend him!
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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Product Design Firms
What services do product design companies offer?
They offer a broad, end-to-end set of services that combine strategy, engineering, and user experience to bring physical and digital products to market faster and with lower risk.
Their key services include:
Product strategy and discovery: Accounting for over 39% of revenue share in 2023, this concerns defining what product to build and why, based on market demand, business goals, and user needs. It includes market research, product positioning, concept validation, and early-stage product development planning.
UX research and user experience (UX Design): Understanding user behavior and designing experiences that are intuitive and efficient, relying on UX research, usability testing, journey mapping, and behavior analysis for digital products and services.
Industrial design: Designing physical products with a focus on usability, aesthetics, and manufacturability. It includes form development, ergonomics, materials selection, and collaboration with industrial designers.
Engineering and technical design: Translating design concepts into functional, manufacturable solutions using engineering principles, including mechanical engineering, system architecture, feasibility analysis, and design for manufacturing.
CAD modeling and prototyping: Product designers create digital and physical models to test, refine, and validate product concepts before production.
Branding, visual, and experience design: Aligning the product with a cohesive brand identity and consistent user experience across all touchpoints, while relying on graphic design, packaging, and integration with digital marketing and web development.
Product launch, optimization, and growth: Supporting the product after design to ensure successful launch and continuous improvement.
How much do product design services cost?
The cost of hiring product design companies varies widely depending on scope, complexity, and the level of expertise.
Product design firms typically charge $100-$450 per hour for full-service work that includes UX design, engineering, and product development.
Project-based pricing:
Small projects (e.g., concept design, UX audit): $5,000-$15,000
Mid-size projects, such as UX/UI design for a mobile app or web platform: $30,000-$100,000
End-to-end product development: $100,000+
What's the difference between product design, industrial design, and UX design?
The best product design agencies combine all three into a collaborative approach, ensuring your product is functional, manufacturable, intuitive, and competitive in the market.
Product design
Industrial design
UX design
A holistic discipline that covers the entire product development process, from idea to launch, across physical and digital products.
A specialized field focused on designing the form, function, and manufacturability of physical consumer products.
A discipline focused on optimizing user experience and usability for digital products like platforms and mobile apps.
Aligning business goals user needs, and technical feasibility into a successful product.
Physical appearance
Ergonomics
Materials
Production readiness
User behavior
Usability
Interaction flows
Satisfaction
Deliverables:
Product strategy, prototypes
UX/UI
CAD models
Final product specifications
Deliverables:
Sketches
3D models
CAD modeling
Material specs
Manufacturing-ready designs
Deliverables:
Wireframes
User flows
Prototypes
Usability test results
Used for end-to-end product design agency work for both physical and digital products.
Used for hardware, devices, and physical goods requiring production.
Used for software, SaaS platforms, web design, and mobile app interfaces.
Are there hidden costs I should be aware of when hiring product designers?
Yes, you may expect some additional or hidden costs, although most reputable product design companies will present clear pricing.
According to the Project Management Institute, projects with unclear requirements are 2-3 times more likely to exceed budget and timelines.
Cost category
Estimated cost range
Scope creep and extra iterations
10% to 30% of the total project budget
UX research and testing
$5,000-$25,000+ per round
Prototyping and engineering work
$2,000-$50,000+
Third-party tools and integrations
$500-$5,000+ per project
Post-launch support and updates
$5,000-$15,000+ per month
Manufacturing preparation
$10,000-$100,000+
The best designers with proven expertise will be transparent about these factors and help you plan for the true cost of product design, instead of just the initial estimate.
What should I look for in a product design firm's portfolio?
When evaluating an agency portfolio, you're assessing whether the team can deliver measurable business outcomes, handle complexity, and align with your product goals.
Therefore, look for the following:
Proven business impact: Look for case studies that show measurable results. A strong case study might show a 30-50% increase in conversion rates after UX redesign or a 20% reduction in churn for a SaaS product.
End-to-end product design process: Top product designers should demonstrate a complete design process, starting from research, through ideation, prototyping, and testing, to launch.
Depth in UX research and user-centered design: A strong portfolio should show how the team understands user needs. High-quality projects often include 5-10 user interviews per testinground, which is standard for identifying most usability issues.
Experience with similar product types or industries: An agency with 3-5 similar projects in your space is more likely to understand constraints and speed up delivery.
Technical capability and engineering integration: A strong portfolio should show evidence of CAD modeling, prototyping, or engineering work, integration with mechanical engineering or development teams.
Complexity and problem-solving ability: A renowned product design studio showcases how it solves complex challenges. Projects involving multiple user roles or workflows indicate higher capability.
How do product design companies measure success?
They measure success based on real business impact, user experience, and product performance:
User experience (UX design) performance Measured through usability metrics like task success rate, time-on-task, and user satisfaction. Better UX can improve task completion rates by up to 80%, according to Nielsen Norman Group.
Conversion and revenue growth Design improvements are tracked through conversion rates, sales, and funnel performance. Small UX changes can increase conversions by 10–25%, according to Forrester.
User engagement and retention Active users, session duration, and churn rate show how well the product meets user needs. PwC reports that UX improvements can boost retention by up to 30%.
Time-to-market and efficiency A strong design process reduces delays and rework. Companies with mature design practices can cut development time by up to 50%, according to McKinsey.
Product adoption and market fit Success is measured by how quickly users adopt the product and how often key features are used.
Return on investment (ROI) Design is evaluated based on revenue growth and cost savings. Design-led companies achieve 32% higher revenue growth and 56% higher shareholder returns, according to McKinsey.
What is the typical timeline for a product design project?
The timeline for a product design project depends on the scope and complexity, as well as whether you're building digital or physical products.
Most product design firms follow a structured timeline ranging from a few weeks to several months, as presented in the table below.
Phase
Timeline
Process
Discovery and research
1-3 weeks
Defining business goals, conducting market analysis, and performing UX research to understand user needs.
Concept development
2-4 weeks
Cefining business goals, conducting market analysis, and performing UX research to understand user needs.
UX/UI and detailed design
4-8 weeks
Developing high-fidelity designs, prototypes, and UX/UI design systems for digital products or detailed specs for physical products.
Prototyping and testing
2-6 weeks
Building prototypes, running usability tests, and iterating based on feedback.
Engineering and handoff
2-6 weeks
Finalizing designs for development, including collaboration with engineering or web development teams.
Proposals