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Labcodes is a premier software studio based in Brazil with over a decade of experience in designing and developing quality custom products for with customers from all over the globe...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Recife, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Sprout Studios is a full service design studio deeply rooted in technology and innovation...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
With over two decades of experience, FLYNN is a product design consultancy that helps ambitious organisations turn complex ideas into commercially successful products. Trusted by global leaders including Airbus, Liverpool FC, Vodafone, Microsoft, and Siemens, we bridge strategy, design, and engineer...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Wearables
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
propelland is a global strategy, design, and engineering firm bringing to life solutions to help companies transform and grow...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We bring your production from China to Mexico. Also we help you develop products and manage innovation the right way without losing your IP...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Wearables
- IoT
- Location
- Merida, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $36/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Clipping Path Creative LTD is a leading outsource product and automotive photo editing company based in London, UK. They offer professional image editing services for photographers, e-commerce businesses, online retailers, advertising agencies and more. Their team of experienced editors use advanced software...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Experienced communications, media and graphic designers based in Vienna. From sophisticated video and animation projects right down to visual identity and infographics, we believe in the power of images and a compelling story—across all aspects of design...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Brands can be flashy, conservative, loud, rigorous, compassionate, aggressive, sensitive, selfish, honest, loving, or absurd. They can be whichever but should always be unique! We are tired of seeing bland strategies, boring concepts, and pointless slogans that bring zero value to consumers and the brand...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Big branding for medium size companies...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Orangesoft is a full-cycle software development partner focused on healthcare...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- IoT
- AI Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Proglia is an AI-native product studio that plugs into startups, professional-service firms and SMBs to automate workflows and turn complex ideas into production-ready software - rapidly, reliably and cost-effectively...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Tri Lion Studios is a web design and branding studio in Lawrence, Kansas, working with mid-size B2B companies in technology, science, engineering, and manufacturing. Websites in Framer or WordPress, brand identity, UX/UI, and packaging. One to three senior people per project. Est. 2009...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lawrence, Kansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
We help Australian companies plan, create, and launch amazing products and services...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $154/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
We are a specialized agency that provides product design, engineering, computational design and consulting services for additive manufacturing. We assist our clients from the initial research stage to the development and implementation of solutions, products and strategies...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A top-rated UK app development company, delivering award-winning Android and iOS apps since the first iPhone...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- York, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Together with our clients, we create and shape iconic product design, innovations and user experiences from an initial vision all the way to market introduction. With our agile processes, know-how, network and passion we empower our partners to increase the perception of their brand and portfolio with product...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We are a Creative Branding Agency, engineering and implementing ideas in a creative nest.For us, Brand Identity doesnt just mean a logo and a set of colors. It should engagingly speak for itself, across all communication channels. We believe an awesome brand perfectly embodies its peoples character. BVRs...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
BSense, a product prototype firm founded by a French expert and based in China, offers a comprehensive journey from design to manufacturing. With a blend of strategic adaptation and unique design ideologies, we promise competent solutions for every project...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Location
- Dongguan, China
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
The App Founders is a recognized leader in the mobile app development industry that excels in building mobile apps to upscale your business and bolster your customer retention rate. Well transform your idea into a market-ready application on schedule and within budget...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Product Design
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
4design is an experienced industrial design company based in sydney, Australia founded in 2003 specialising in the design, engineering, prototyping and manufacturing of ground breaking, innovative products. Globally recognised and award winning from some of the most prestigious design awards programs...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
This independent UI/UX and Framer design studio specializes in creating conversion-focused websites for startups, creators, and online businesses. Combining user-centered design with Framer development expertise, the studio delivers visually distinctive digital experiences that balance aesthetics, usability...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Batumi, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
GID is a custom product development company in California. We provide complete product development services including product design and product prototype development. Contact us and we can help you launch a brand new product...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Yorba Linda, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
SHEPP Industrial Design is a Toronto-based product design, engineering and manufacturing consultancy led by Director Adam Shepperdley. We provide innovative companies research, design, development and manufacturing expertise to establish, maintain and evolve their product lines...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Branding
- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
AI Guild is a Prague-based product design studio founded by Rostislav Peska. We combine UX design, development, and AI automation to help founders and product teams ship products faster and smarter. With 17 years of experience across startups, enterprise, and public sector, we've delivered for clients like...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- AI Development
- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Codepoint. we empower entrepreneurs and businesses through great digital products that allow them to take the most out of technology. Technology crafted to improve your business...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Product Design
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- Location
- Braga, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Phenologix helps startups, SMBs, and enterprises build scalable software, automate operations, and accelerate digital transformation. With a skilled engineering team and over 14 years of experience, we deliver AI, automation, and custom software solutions that improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Our...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Rendership creates 3D product visualisations and animations for manufacturers and product brands. We produce digital CGI images and animations to present products, components and assembly clearly...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Location
- Kadirli, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At ARKANA, we assist mobile applications with technology, marketing, advertising, and consulting for their teams. With over a decade of industry experience since 2009, we've supported apps for various clients, from startups to major corporations like ABA English, Cabify, Waylet, and more. Our services include...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- CRO
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- Location
- León, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Idea Theorem is an award-winning design and development agency. Through our empathy-driven approach, we have crafted digital products that have positively impacted over 10 million users. Our mission is to shape the digital future by delivering exceptional experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Optima is a Lincoln-based brand, web and digital marketing agency. We build brands people believe in for businesses and organisations that want their brand to do more. With design, web development and digital marketing all under one roof, we deliver a joined-up approach shaped by strategy and focused on...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Lincoln, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Pearlfisher is a forward-thinking, strategic design firm. For the future, we develop ideas that are more appealing. We create for life. We build brands as dynamic, living things, from strong identities to multisensory universes. We establish collaborations with our clients all around the world through our...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
As a division of PA Consulting, Essential Design is a leading consultancy dedicated to tackling intricate design and innovation challenges...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
ThePro3DStudio specializes in providing professional 3D modelling and design services to a global clientele. With over 8 years of experience and a team of over 100 professional 3D artists, they excel in 3D modeling, rendering, texturing, and sculpting...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
In 2022, with little fanfare but much industry speculation, we opened our doors. We had two Founders, no team, no clients, just a dream-fuelled desire to build an agency that the best people would want to work for and the region's best brands would want to work with...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mamer, Luxembourg
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Founded in 2006, Satellite is a Chicago based design agency creating epic cinematic brands for: Hotel & Restaurant, Spirits & Beverage, Cannabis, Fashion, and Tech industries. Our clients are entrepreneurs with an unshakable faith that the world will be better off with their service, technology or product in...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We are Amalgama, the well-tech team that fits your needs. We are dedicated to empowering the health and fitness industry to grow in the digital space.What differs us from others?...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Tezeract, the AI powerhouse, specializes in Computer Vision and offers innovative AI solutions in ML, DL, NLP, and more. We empower businesses through AI-powered solutions and business automation. We're the secret sauce for businesses, injecting AI-powered sparks into operations and automation...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 39 Projects Listed
Located in Catawissa, PA, Roaring Creek Machine Co. boasts over a decade of product prototype design, automation, and machine design expertise. We provide a seamless journey from design and prototyping to the final product...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Location
- Catawissa, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are always prepared to develop your ideas and needs into a final product.. Most complex application developments are also handled with care, emphasizing more deeply on what you need. We develop web, mobile & desktop application based on requirements of our clients...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Unikorns Agency is the creative agency with specialists with the versatile skillset that help other companies to uncover their hidden potential...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Apollo 21 is a venture studio. We were designed from the ground up to make revolutionary ideas, products, and businesses a reality. We are committed to assisting both our customers and our own enterprises in becoming autonomous, self-sufficient companies, regardless of whether we are constructing for...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Maverick Frame is your full-spectrum creative partner, merging storytelling with technical precision. We transform ideas into visual capital across 3D visualization, motion design, and strategic branding crafting elegant, cohesive narratives for global audiences with expert craftsmanship and client-focused...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help CPG founders build their brand, position their products in the marketplace and stand out from the competition. We have extensive expertise in packaging design and use our knowledge of consumer psychology to achieve better results...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Design Central is a product design and engineering consultancy that brings power to organizations by identifying opportunities for compelling solutions through research, design, user experience and engineering...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- IoT
- Wearables
- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a Design and Technology studio based in Madrid. We are seeking opportunities in other countries that can benefit from our cheaper price and our world-class design level. We specialize in UX design...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Kuri Graphics is A creative Graphic Designing studio specializing in Logo Design, Branding identity Design, Social media post, Visual Effects and Motion Graphics /Animation...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Makers Section is an East London-based small and inventive design studio. We are passionate about assisting entrepreneurs, start-ups, and established businesses in realizing their visions via high-quality design, sketching, prototyping, and design for production. We also provide seminars to assist companies...
Top Services:
- IoT
- Product Design
- Wearables
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Boopro Tech, we develop scalable mobile, web and Smart TV apps for midsize and enterprise-level companies. Our technology stack: PHP, JavaScript/TypeScript (Vue.js, React, Next), Node.js, Express, React Native, Java, Kotlin, Kotlin Multi-Platform, Android, iOS, AndroidTV, tvOS, Spring, Microservices, Go...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Niš, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We deliver Mobile Apps, Streaming, IoT Solutions & AI automation for SMEs...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $48/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Since 2004, Bloom Communication has created and developed over 500 branding and strategic communication projects for major brands in the regional, national and international market. Step by step, we developed complex services and became provider of 360 communication solutions, being the pillar of Unity Group...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 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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