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Root Studio is a graphic and web design agency located in Lincoln and Leicester, UK. We collaborate with businesses of all sizes to create a strong brand, innovative marketing campaigns, and a professional presence across both web and print media...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Lincoln, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are a multi award-winning, vertically integrated company with a global team, delivering comprehensive solutions from ideation through to post-production. By harnessing the latest technology, we streamline workflows, ensure superior efficiency, and pass on the full cost benefits to our clients...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Wolf Nocode Studio is a product development studio, we help businesses scale by create operations software that automates manual tasks and optimizes workflows. Wolf Nocode Studio also helps Founders build, launch and scale products (B2B, SAAS, Marketplaces, Mobile apps etc.)...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Turning Your Ideas into Great Digital ExperiencesBased out of Toronto, ON, we are a digital product development firm that designs & builds software for Canada’s best businesses. We are on a mission to help brands and businesses turn their vision into digital experiences enable them to engage with their...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We're Kingdom & Sparrow, an independent branding and packaging design agency. We bring a big dose of original artistry to ambitious food, drinks and lifestyle brands across the globe...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Falmouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Becky Salliss, founder of Black Cherry Design Studio, a boutique graphic design practice created from a deep passion for thoughtful, authentic design. I launched the studio in 2025 to help brands communicate with clarity and creativity through compelling visual storytelling...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Pooksgreen, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
SpaceX Animation offers top-tier video production tailored for dynamic brands. From concept to completion, we manage every aspect, ensuring a seamless and effortless process. Elevate your brand with storytelling that truly resonates and creative content that excels across all platforms...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
mind&matter is a creative no-code agency, specialized in web & product design and branding We help businesses navigate digital space space, build stunning websites & create stellar digital products. Our expertise in Webflow and Flutterflow allow us to deliver websites and apps fast & inexpensive...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hey there! My name is Elizabeth Rhodes, I'm a Versatile Product Designer with a passion for innovation. Currently based in Portland, Oregon...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Studio of Jonas Söder! My name is Jonas Söder, Freelace Brand Identity Designer and the person behind the studio...
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- Web Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Serena Tiffany, a dynamic designer hailing from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, grew up in a small town, which has fostered her profound appreciation for community and creativity...
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- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Saskatoon, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sweatpants is a design studio that is building brands and websites. Founded by the award-winning designer and art director Jesper Bryngelsson...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- eCommerce Development
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Cappelli Identity Design is a multidisciplinary design studio that is working worldwide. Founded by the designer Emanuele Cappell back in 2010 in Rome, Italy...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nick Chukreiev is an accomplished product designer with 19 years of experience, recognized as an award-winning professional, jury member, and mentor...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At THANK YOU®, we breathe life into brands and help ambitious clients communicate on all platforms. No matter the medium or platform, our team of creative wunderkinds has what you need. Scandinavian roots keep us in tune with functional design, innovation and storytelling, and our collaboration with modern...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Intention Labs, we're committed to authenticity in everything we do. We are proud to be an inclusive agency that is focused on the best experience for our clients and their customers...
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- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
Dynamite Digital Agency stands as the definitive solution for all your digital requirements. Our comprehensive array of services encompasses web design, development, app development, digital marketing, and SEO/PEC, equipping businesses with the tools they need to excel and flourish in the online sphere...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Chadwell, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
A award-winning company with a proven track-record in UX/UI Design, Mobile App and Web Dev, eCommerce and IoT. Based in Portugal, we partner with companies and startups worldwide to build products using a human-centered approach...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- IoT
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are CreativeRace, the experts in strategy, performance, creative and communication for brands in a connected world...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Advertising
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
An Immersive Media Agency specializing in the development of Extended Reality (XR, AR, VR, MR) experiences driving meaningful connections between brands & consumers. Our global team of skilled designers, artists, and developers craft creative narratives & experiences powered by emerging tech...
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We value relationships built on trust and transparency. Some of our clients have been with us since the beginning, and were just as invested in their success as they are. Together, we create work that not only stands out but makes a difference...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
From realistic AI avatars with lip-sync to advanced SaaS platforms for business automation, ProtoQ builds solutions that help companies stay ahead of the curve. We combine expertise in AI, full-stack development, and cutting-edge integrations to turn bold ideas into scalable products. Our approach is more...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Bolden Branding is a brand transformation studio that takes an inside-out approach to building meaningful brands. By co-creating and launching identities rooted in depth, clarity, and genuine audience connection, Bolden helps businesses evolve with purpose and impact...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are an agency where we mix the love for design and commercial strategy, seeking to deliver the best tools and services for you and your business...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Rancagua, Chile
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kozo Creative stands as a digital agency committed to driving results and facilitating business growth through innovative solutions. Our expertise lies in transforming concepts into impactful brands and creating memorable digital experiences. With a focus on creativity and effectiveness, we strive to deliver...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Urban Catalyst is a founder-focused product design studio helping startups and scale-ups save time, reduce build costs, and ship better digital products. We design UX/UI, SaaS platforms, Web3 apps, and conversion-driven websites with speed and precision. Our focus is simple: remove friction, shorten...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- AI Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
4kath is a digital design studio specializing in UX/UI design, mobile apps, and AI-driven products. We partner with startups and growing businesses to create interfaces that are both beautiful and conversion-focused from early MVP to full product launch...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Design Services
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
It's not what you want - it's what your customers want! We take your brief, help refine it with you, define the objectives and then provide you with our insight and plan of action. We are focused on results driven outcomes that engage with your customers an a positive ROI...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Unley, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are a futuristic retail design company dedicated to making ordinary environments remarkable. Our services include Retail Store Design, VM strategy, Campaign and event design, Technical Design Services, store layout design, brand promotion, BTL Advertising, Experience Design Studio,etc...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're a global UI UX design and Growth Acceleration Agency, specialising in user experience design, branding, performance marketing, and creative technology that drives businesses forward...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
Overlay is a design studio based in Rome.Our aim is of creating a connection beetween costumers ideas and market. We are specialized in the development of physical and digital projects by using strategic methods that bring us to create innovative brands, digital experiences and functional products...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Logo Creation is a marketplace where small businesses and startups buy ready-made logos crafted entirely by human designers no AI generators, no templates reused across a thousand other companies. Every logo in the catalog is sold exactly once, then permanently retired from the site, so what you buy is...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $69/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Custom web design and development company creating highly efficient scalable websites and UX/UI design solutions for web and mobile...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
En Zipvisual nos dedicamos a brindar soluciones diseño gráfico y desarrollo web cuidando los detalles visuales al máximo, desarrollamos marcas de alto impacto visual, material publicitario, Páginas web y sistemas empresariales. Ayudamos a nuestros clientes a hacer llegar dar a conocer sus productos...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Diseño de Vanguardia specializes in developing marketing and advertising strategies tailored to effectively promote your brand. Our expertise ensures that your brand receives the optimal exposure and engagement it deserves...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Guatemala City, Guatemala
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At FromWord, we specialize in narrating captivating tales of companies, delving into their identity and the profound impact of their brand. Our strategic methodology, rooted in design thinking and data-driven design, ensures that each story we craft resonates authentically with audiences while driving...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Milan, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Tiernan Cutler specializes in delivering comprehensive design solutions tailored to the distinct needs of both businesses and individuals. With over 15 years of experience, a Masters degree in Graphic Design, and certification in UX/UI Design, Tiernan offers a broad range of services aimed at building a...
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- Web Design
- Product Design
- Print Design
- UI/UX Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At addMatrix - Amazon Marketing Agency, we equip third-party sellers with the data, insights, and tools necessary to establish thriving brands in e-commerce. With our expertise in targeted advertising, product listing optimization, and account management, we guarantee success in the competitive market. Join...
Top Services:
- eCommerce
- PPC
- Advertising
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Big Rocks Engineering (formerly Hill Innovative Solutions) is a full-service product development company bringing over two decades of experience developing products in the sporting goods, industrial equipment, medical device, power electronics and aerospace industries...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Market Research
- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Alignex provides engineering solutions, services and consulting for manufacturers, product development and design, as well as engineering firms...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Product Design
- IT Services
- Location
- Edina, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Taivara is a trusted partner for firms like yours helping co-create new products and deliver them to market in a timely and cost-effective manner, while you maintain full ownership of all your intellectual property...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Product Design
- IT Services
- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Outlier Creative specializes in 3D product visualization. Our hyper-realistic images, animations, and videos help you grab attention and stand out...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our team of Industrial designers will work with you to develop your idea into beautifully, well designed products that are readily manufacturable. We offer services including product design, prototyping, marketing, manufacturing and more! Our team has over 25 years of experience and believe all ideas have...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Malaga, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Desinder is a leading Scandinavian apparel design and consulting agency providing established brands and funded startups with branding, innovative design, product development, and strategy...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
3d motion graphic designer for luxury and premium brands. All types of digital support (Instagram, youtube, Facebook, TV, in-store)...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Location
- Rennes, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MOHARA strives to democratize the development of technology products by enabling anyone to be an innovator. Our partners are driven by the desire to improve people's lives through technology. Unfortunately, many investors focus on technical founders and overlook those without technical backgrounds...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- Web Development
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brad Guesman is a San Francisco based creative technologist operating as a boutique design studio. With fewer than 50 team members and a remote-first setup, the firm offers UI/UX design, web design, mobile interface development, and branding experiences tailored to ambitious startups and digital-first brands...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Since its inception, TBR Group has been dedicated to mastering the craft of Flutter mobile and web development. Our team specializes in catering to a diverse range of clients, from fledgling startups to established corporations across a variety of fields. We work hand-in-hand to create innovative solutions...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Erich Brechbuhl [Mixer] is a Lucerne based independent graphic designer focused on poster and corporate design...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Location
- Lucerne, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hi, Im Jimie.Im a visual identity, branding, and graphic designer from the South of England...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Location
- Uckfield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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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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