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Uptech
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Uptech is a globally recognized mobile and web development company, specializing in healthcare and fintech software development that guides ideas from initial concepts to fully realized products...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Gdynia, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Catapult is all about our clients' brands and moving them forward. We help our clients think strategically before acting creatively - to transform their businesses into remarkable brands that enable them to meet their objectives and generate long-term value...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Tempe, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Our specialty is website development, Mobile App Designing, and Creative Consulting.We are a full-service development and consulting group that focuses on creatively developing brands and businesses online and offline. We visually create memorable products, services, and communications to...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
UX and UI Design for Fintech Enterprise...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kielce, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Precious
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.UI/UX design and app development agency in Austin since 2015. Our own team designs and builds web, iOS and Android apps. 150+ products shipped...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Analogy is an award-winning industrial design and product development studio helping hardware founders bring products from idea to market. Through Product Path, our proven end-to-end process, we guide founders through concept development, industrial design, engineering, prototyping, design for manufacturing...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Ontario Dynamics is a Toronto-based mechanical engineering and product development company specializing in custom machine design, industrial automation, and functional prototyping. We support manufacturers, OEMs, and hardware startups with mechanical design, engineering drawings, reverse engineering, and test...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Elite Custom Boxes provides reliable and affordable custom packaging solutions for businesses of all sizes. We design and manufacture printed boxes tailored to your product, brand, and budget, ensuring quality, durability, and timely delivery...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Location
- Wood Dale, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bring3D helps manufacturers digitize complex and configurable product portfolios through photorealistic 3D/AR configurators, BIM/Revit outputs, optimized 3D assets, and automated product visual generation. We combine product design, software delivery, and product digitization on our Make3DB platform to...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- VR/AR
- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Madbear Creative Agency LLC. Our goal is to build up companies and individuals on their journey to success. We offer services in Web Design, Branding, Marketing and Graphic Design...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Moscow, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
TechFabric builds data platforms, AI agents and custom software for US companies, and stays to run what it builds. We're a Databricks partner with 80 Databricks-certified engineers, a Microsoft Solutions Partner and a Temporal partner. Most work starts with a fixed-fee, two-week Health Check or a six-week...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Gilbert, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
No matter if you want to gain advantage over your competitors using latest Machine Learning algorithms or want automate business processes with dedicated IT solutions - NeuroSYS is the best partner for you. We help fast growing companies to leverage latest technologies to grow even faster. Our team of...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Outloud builds custom software and AI automation that simplify complex business workflows. Our senior team combines product strategy, UX/UI design and engineering to create internal systems, customer and partner portals, and mobile apps. From replacing legacy tools to connecting data and automating repetitive...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Brandbeast Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Welcome to Brandbeast Designs, a dynamic graphic and web design studio based in Canada...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Winnipeg, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
KDE is a Ukrainian-based product design and engineering firm that provides a complete development cycle from concept to ready-to-manufacture stage. Our engineering, electronics, and production setup specialists collaborate to turn your concept into a marketable product. Our extensive variety of talents and...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
My name is Inna Mashek, I'm a passionate Product, UX/UI Designer with over 10 years of experience...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digicorp is software consultancy that provides end to end software development and digital product management solution for web and mobile platform. Our services are Web & Mobile App Development, UI/UX Designing and Hire Dedicated Developers...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
DESA scales production, providing high resolution working files for any digital ad project. From display ads, to social, to custom digital builds. Think of us as an extension of your team...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a globally recognized award-winning branding agency, specializing in strategy and design to meticulously craft iconic brands firmly rooted in growth-driving strategies. Our expertise lies in developing brands that not only elevate businesses but also forge meaningful connections with diverse audiences...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
The Gradient operates as a Product Strategy and UI/UX Design Agency, aiding both established companies and startups in crafting and introducing beloved products. Our diverse clientele includes Qatar Airlines, Philips, Daimler AG, Jaja Finance, B.TECH, SWAN, Dubai Financial Market, Holberg, Takamol, Azercell...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Oltreildisegno
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.I have been working in the graphics industry for several years now. I have always cultivated a passion for various artistic fields, especially freehand drawing. Over time I also found strength in the field of technical drawing...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Turin, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
ACW Soft Solutions is a product studio building web platforms, mobile apps, AI tools, and Web3 products for startups and growing businesses. We help teams move from idea to launch with clear planning, UX/UI design, development, integrations, deployment, and ongoing support...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
SoluteLabs is an AI-powered Product Engineering firm focused on crafting digital experiences for startups, mid-market companies, and enterprises...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- DevOps Consulting
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delaware City, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Your brand, brewed to perfection. Websites, apps, UX + marketing systems that helps your company grow with clarity...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Look no further, for youve discovered the right place. Whether youre a startup, small or medium-sized business, were here to forge your digital path. Were always ready for a challenge. Welcome to The Department, where design magic happens...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Pepper Square is a digital innovation agency that blends strategy, design, and technology to deliver intuitive digital products and experiences. The agency specializes in UI/UX design, web and mobile app development, digital strategy, and creative solutions tailored to enterprise and mid-market clients. With...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Welcome to Resourcepad - your one-stop for digital transformation. We offer cutting-edge digital transformation solutions to help you thrive in today's fast-paced, ever-changing marketplace.We are committed to helping our clients achieve their goals through innovative and transformative digital solutions...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $600/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SOBO Concepts is a promotional products design studio that goes beyond putting a logo on a product. We work across hospitality, food and beverage, events, technology, and retail to design SWAG that actually reflects a brand. Every project starts with understanding the client's identity, audience, and goals...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Event Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Architects of Impact. Takt transforms bold ideas into powerful brands, high-performing websites, and campaigns that help ambitious organizations lead with clarity and confidence...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Moving brands from ho-hum to hell yeah!...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Market Research
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Evo Design is a team of passionate product designers and engineers with 21 years of experience. We've developed housewares, medical devices, footwear, and more for 100+ brands. From concept to commercialization, we create products users love...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Location
- Watertown, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
We help tech startups and scale-ups solve critical product challenges like low retention, weak conversion, or stalled growth. Through lean, collaborative product design, we test solutions and create user flows that drive measurable results...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Vebu is a creative service agency equipped to provide a host of services including video production, Animation and Branding...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
2Soft AR 3D Modeling Services bring your ideas to life with stunning, immersive, and interactive 3D models tailored for augmented reality applications. We specialize in creating high-quality, photorealistic 3D models that enhance user experiences and transform how you engage with your audience...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Ankara, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
That RANDOM Agency is a woman-owned, digital marketing agency that makes empathy for their clients a priority. Launched in 2020, co-founders Lauren and John Patterson have a unique perspective for clients who need a true partner, allowing them to work with both small businesses & Fortune 500 brands...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Troy, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Morphiaas: The Digital Marketing Agency. We've helped hundreds of clients across diverse sectorsreal estate, luxury, healthcare, startups, and moreachieve remarkable results. From website development and SEO to social media and PPC, we craft data-driven strategies tailored to your unique goals...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
With End to end service from idea to manufacturing, we work with establised companies, startups or individuals for any new hardware or IoT product development and outsource engineering works. CRINNAC helps you bring your innovative idea to life...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- IoT
- Location
- Dandenong, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
WNC (WeNoCode) is a product-driven AI and software company. We design, build, and ship AI agents, RAG pipelines, and workflow automation, alongside full-stack web, mobile, and desktop apps. Unlike pure consultancies, we run our own products Atflow, Base, Alternative Auth, AdCrier, and more so clients get a...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Floats is a full-stack XR lab, combining brilliant storytelling and emerging technology to create compelling experiences across Augmented reality (AR), Virtual reality and custom experiences, powered by immersive tech...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
- Wearables
- IoT
- AI Development
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WE BUILD BRANDS FOR TOMORROW.今天的星星之火，明日的灿烂银河。没有什么可以阻挡我们创新的步伐...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 35 Projects Listed
Binmile is a globally recognized software engineering company that empowers businesses to excel digitally and craft successful software solutions...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- IT Services
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
As nonprofit website designers and a team of highly skilled professionals, we consist of designers, developers, and consultants dedicated to crafting digital products that generate meaningful impact...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
CodigoDelSur builds web and mobile products for companies in the US and worldwide, from Montevideo, Uruguay. Since 2007: staff augmentation, dedicated teams and full product development for 250+ clients including Grubhub, Shutterfly and DroneDeploy. 300M+ users reached...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
n-others is an award-winning industrial design and product development studio based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. We partner with ambitious hardware startups and global brands to transform early ideas into manufacturable, market-ready hardware and high-impact CGI assets. Recognized with Red Dot and iF Design...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Wearables
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- Location
- San Isidro, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
INDE is the leading provider of screen-based Augmented Reality products and solutions and one of the leading developers of MobileAR and WebAR worldwide. Our next-generation digital platforms utilise the latest in AR, Motion Capture, and Computer Vision technology built into tailor-made products...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Software Development
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
GMSVision is a Germany-based 3D visualization and CGI studio specializing in photorealistic renderings, animations, and virtual experiences for architecture, real estate, and product design. The agency helps clients transform concepts into compelling visual narratives that enhance project presentation...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Hanover, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Welcome to Concepto Studios, your source for Professional Innovation, Product Design, Prototyping, 3D Modelling, and Manufacturing Services located in Miami, Florida...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Show more
- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a Boutique Brand & Digital Agency. Building Brands is what we are good at. We develop Brand and Digital Identities to help you stand out and to move your business forward...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Location
- Prahran, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Boreal Digital is the one-stop shop for small and medium-sized businesses looking to enhance their online presence. We offer our clients high quality, affordable, professional design and marketing solutions typically reserved for large companies...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Saint Peters, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Advertising agency and web agency, founded in Catania, on the slopes of Etna. We were born in this land, a land of flavors and fragrances, of sun and sea, of art and color. We are creative in our veins, young and passionate, but first of all we are in love. Fall in love with our work and what we do day after...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Trecastagni, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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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. |
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| 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. |
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