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A tight-knit group of exceptionally talented and committed 2D/3D graphic artists and animators, game designers, developers, QA specialists, and managers make up GamePack...
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- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TheRoom is an award-winning design boutique specializing in effective design solutions for startups and growing businesses. Our focus is on expertise and professionalism, delivering the best UI/UX design solutions for clients in fintech, B2B solutions, healthcare, social apps, and the wellbeing of the world...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Kyra Hawrysh is a Miami-based product designer who creates clean, modern digital experiences that resonate with users. Specializing in product design, web design, and branding, she collaborates with a diverse range of clients to develop intuitive and engaging solutions that align with their brand identities...
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- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We work with our clients innovation teams to design and develop top-notch digital products and services. Our team of talented Latin American designers, unique methodologies, and 12 years of experience allow us to consistently deliver excellent user experiences and help businesses thrive in an increasingly...
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- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Medellín, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WezSol is a results-driven IT and software development agency that specializes in building custom digital solutions, including web and mobile applications, SaaS platforms, and AI-powered systems tailored to business needs...
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- Product Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an independent design company, with world class capabilities across multiple design, engineering and technology disciplines, from insight to launch...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Tektos Ecosystems is a global product design and engineering studio specializing in end-to-end development, from initial concept and industrial design to IoT solutions, electronics, and mass manufacturing...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Wearables
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
UI/UX designer and design lead in Dhaka, leading a team of 6+ designers. We design and build SaaS, fintech and AI products, websites and mobile apps, including Arabic and English products for the Gulf...
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- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
We define ourselves as a 'boutique brand consultancy' — we like to keep things simple and to the point.Dubai is where we currently call home, but the brands we create are loved and enjoyed by humans all over the world...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a marketing, web development and SEO firm in St. Louis and Kansas City. We are proud to provide services to organizations big and small, local and national, mom and pop to corporate giant. Give us a call today to learn more about how we can help you!...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Web Design
- SEO
- Product Design
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digitify is a UK-based fintech consultancy specialising in core banking transformation and digital banking platform delivery. With a team of 160+ engineers, we partner with banks, neobanks, and financial institutions across the UK, Europe, and GCC to modernise financial infrastructure and accelerate digital...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Langley, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are an interactive technology and immersive content studio with a passion for building virtual experiences that transform brands and captivate people. Focusing on emerging virtual technology and engagement solutions using 3D and gamification...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Cuevasoft's expertise in Casino Game App Development and Satta Matka Game Development, emphasizes their commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and affordability...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a design and marketing agency that enjoys partnering with small business owners to take marketing off their plates and help them grow and scale their companies...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Elevate Studio© We help startups and growing teams close the gap between what they've built and how they look through brand sprints, product design, and websites that convert...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We have over 7+ years of hands-on experience in construction and 3D Architectural Rendering of residential and commercial spaces. With offices in USA, we have provided stunning designs to home builders, renowned architects, real estate developers/agents and more...
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- Branding
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At Appstract, we specialize in crafting solutions that deliver unforgettable user experiences by leveraging innovation and adhering to best practices in mobile and web application development and design. Our mission is to ensure that every interaction with our products leaves a lasting impression, driving...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are a globally-operating studio, capable of seamlessly working across all time zones. Our expertise extends to developing digital products tailored to specific target audiences and diverse markets. Our multilingual team is proficient in addressing a wide range of challenges. Our team is comprised of...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We create brands and products that work, convert and look darn slick. We specialise in UI/UX, web design, branding and video...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Creation and development of Product Catalog, presentation for companies, folders, logos, visual identity projects, editorial design, graphic design services...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Campinas, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At Treefruit our mission is to become the strength and support that a small to mid-sized business can rely on to deliver their marketing needs. From professional imagery to high quality videos that engage and educate, Treefruit can provide your business with marketing collateral that provides fuel for growth...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Product Design
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Ningbo, China
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
A design studio that understands the complexities of effective content that is on-brand, consistent, and engaging...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Unboxed is a London-headquartered digital product and service design agency with two decades of experience in research-led strategy, agile product development, and sustained value-building for public-sector and enterprise clients...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $775/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Reckonsys is a boutique software product development services firm that specializes in creating uncommon solutions for common problems by making use of the right technologies and best practices. Whether you are a startup founder looking to build your MVP or an existing enterprise looking to solve interesting...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Cloud Consulting
- Product Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
We work in: Strategic Branding, Product and Services Design, Naming and Verbal Identity, Logo Design and Visual Identity, Visual Communications Design, UX Design, Design Research, BPO of Brand Management, Brand Intelligence for Latam. Our methodological approach combines Design Thinking with a wide...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Bruxton Group is a boutique creative studio based in Culver City, California, founded in 2013. Specializing in branding, packaging, web design, and digital strategy, the agency collaborates closely with small to mid-sized consumer product and lifestyle brands. The team delivers soulful, strategic...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hello Monday builds better businesses by harnessing joyful digital ideas, immersive experiences, and smart connected platforms that forge emotional connections between brands and their audiences. Whether its product innovation, dynamic digital campaigns, or crafting unique brand identities, we approach every...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
We create award winning but cost effective digital content for small and large businesses alike - 2D and 3D animation for TV commercials and the internet, to graphic design for printed material...
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- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $46/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Ignis Design is a UX/UI design agency based in Hamburg. We partner with startups and SMEs across Europe to create digital products that are clear, usable, and built to scale. From UX research and UI design to brand identity and marketing, we handle the full design stack...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are British creative agency founded in 2016. Having worked for the worlds biggest advertising agencies for more than 10 years we developed a clear conviction that we want to be more than just a business partner to our clients - we want to be friends with your business...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Services
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Monosoft is a software and product development partner, with US-based headquarters and engineering operations across Europe. Using our own proven frameworks, we build and operate dev units to drive your idea to reality with end-to-end services, or to expand your existing software team...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Web Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Harbor Sourcing helps visionary founders transform AI-driven ideas into scalable, market-ready software. From MVPs to intelligent automation, we fuse innovation, strategy, and cutting-edge technology to launch digital products that grow...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We push the world forward. We're here to help you bring your product and vision to life, it's that simple. We design and build world-class brand experiences, custom software, and hardware products in pursuit of a better world...
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- VR/AR
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nuqta is a Doha based studio building custom websites and brand identities for founder-led B2B brands whose presence has fallen behind the business...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Design Services
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- Location
- Doha, Qatar
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Łukasz Górniak is an independent packaging and brand designer from Poland with over 15 years of experience. He creates distinctive packaging, labels and visual systems for FMCG, food and cosmetic brands, combining strategic thinking, strong shelf impact and production-ready execution...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Lublin, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Always ready for a challengeMiew is a full service creative studioWe aim to deliver meaningful experiences through great design, awesome development and remarkable content. We research and experiment different technologies, analyse data, discusse creative briefs and create dynamic strategies. We care about...
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- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Porto, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our goal is to create lasting and meaningful relationships between our client's brand and their audience through smart thinking and thoughtful design.We aim to do this by crafting stories that touch people, bringing a positive change in desired consumer behaviour.Bangladesh-based brand strategy and design...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Public Relations
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
O0 has garnered recognition for its excellence in design, earning the prestigious Reddot Award five times and counting. This accolade speaks to our commitment to pushing the boundaries of design innovation and consistently delivering outstanding outcomes. As an agency overview, this highlights our dedication...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Walnut, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
MASON & FROM is an independent brand and digital studio rooted in Paris, connected to the world. We help ambitious brands define their identity, strengthen their digital presence and communicate with clarity through brand strategy, digital experiences and editorial design. We work across fashion, beauty...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
New Wave Devs is an IT staff augmentation company. We place vetted mid and senior engineers into your existing product team, on your codebase, inside your process...
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- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
MetaCTO will transform your vision into impactful mobile apps that drive new revenue, attract more customers, and keep them coming back longer. Our mission is to make your business a technology leader in your field...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Mustafa Abd Elnaby, I'm a professional Art Director & Creative, that is specializing in crafting strategic brands for passionate entrepreneurs...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Gráficos Associados is a distinguished design studio headquartered in Porto, comprising a team of skilled professionals adept in diverse facets of communication. Over recent years, our collaborative endeavors have extended to esteemed clientele including Sipa Press, Unesco, the European Space Agency, Isopix...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Porto, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
OnePlusOne Solutions is a global team of designers, developers, and strategists, working collectively to craft impactful products, captivating websites, and bold visual identities for innovative brands. By merging our creative and technical expertise, we bring big ideas to life...
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- Digital Services
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Blockchain
- Product Design
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- Location
- Norwalk, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Specialized UX/UI Web Design Agency based in Barcelona.We are an agency specialized in web design, together with our online marketing service we create customized digital solutions to boost your business...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Katapult Design is a internationally awarded, B-corp certified product design and development consultancy with studios in Sydney, Melbourne and Byron Bay. We are a team of experienced designers, engineers and creative thinkers who transform ideas into iconic products...
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- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Byron Bay, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Over 3 million ★★★★★ App Store ratings and counting. We are Agilitee, a digital product design agency near Boston. Ambitious companies across the US call us when they need big agency results for a fraction of the time and cost...
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- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Londonderry, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We're a brand studio that specializes in creating brand identities for growing businesses looking for a refined approach...
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- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Chandler, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A magnificent team with the firepower brands require to offer an unforgettable customer experience. We craft spectacular high-end brand identities that have substance and impact that entails ripple effects. Our approach is a human-centric drive with strategically formulated laser-focused solutions that...
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- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Moscow, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We create goods that consumers will adore using...
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- Product Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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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