The gap between a compelling product concept and a market-ready design is where most projects lose momentum. Find leading product design companies on DesignRush with verified credentials and client feedback that can brindge that gap.
Good Design Is Good Business We Make It Happen
Oxlao Inc provides ERP and business management software designed to help manufacturers, distributors, and growing businesses streamline operations and improve productivity. Our platform combines inventory management, production planning, order management, HR tools, and business reporting into a single... View Oxlao Inc. portfolio
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital UX Design Agency
Clearleft is a digital user experience design agency. We help organisations radically improve their websites and create exciting new digital products. We combine a unique lean approach with our knowledge of human behaviour and the principles of user-centred design... View all reviews
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Code You Can Trust
RocketBuild partners with innovators, entrepreneurs, and creatives to develop stellar web applications, mobile apps, websites, and system integrations of all types. We hire and train the most experienced, on-shore app developers, user experience (UX) buffs, and technical architects to help our clients solve... View all reviews
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Concept • Design • Modeling • Product
Angelini Design has had several different experiences designing leading edge products for a wide range of industries and sectors around the world.Angelini's mission is to transfer the Brand's image through his design into a new product... View ANGELINI DESIGN profile
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bologna, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are a team of immersive media creators that specialise in the production of end-to-end immersive virtual and augmented reality solutions... View Augmade profile
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Swovo Development is a Software Agency
Swovo Development is a team of highly experienced product designers, software engineers, product managers, and entrepreneurs. They love to work on new and challenging projects that require thinking outside of the box... View Swovo profile
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
We Are Embold, a Web + Mobile Design and Development Digital Agency.
emBold is a web + mobile design and development digital agency. We strive to provide top-notch development and design services combined with reliability and transparency that you can't find anywhere else... View all reviews
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- SEO
- Software Development
- Product Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Akron, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A Result-Oriented Website Design and Development Specialists
We are a creative and agile team that creates lean software to expand your company... View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Ensuring achieving tech goals
Blank is a software development company specializing in crafting digital products for businesses worldwide. We have a strong interest in web3 and Metaverse, and we enjoy creating innovative digital solutions in these areas... View all reviews
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Split, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Building digital solutions that exceed expectations.
Corner Case Technologies develops modern, cloud-ready applications and systems using cutting-edge technologies. From MVPs to globally scalable Enterprise Solutions, our team provides end-to-end solutions for all project sizes. We handle the entire Software Delivery Lifecycle, from capturing requirements to... View all reviews
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Mobile reliability guaranteed
Design and Test Lab places the development of reliable mobile applications at the forefront of its priorities through the Mature Mobile Reliability Standard. However, we do not merely focus on writing code, we assist clients in building superior products by walking with them every step of the way, refining... View Design And Test Lab profile
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Comprehensive Web Advisory and Development
In 2012, we began as a groundbreaking strategic advisory firm for blockchain. Over time, we have established exchanges across four continents and collaborated with over 50 blockchain projects, such as EOS, Bancor, and HDAC, focusing on Insurtech, FinTech, and DeFi... View Beyond Enterprizes profile
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Cheyenne, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Custom-made web and mobile applications
We always strive to create products that delight as we work in small, focused teams to deliver projects on time and within budget... View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Product Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Reliable software solutions for your business growth.
Codema is a top-tier software development company that provides reliable solutions to clients. Their talented specialists have expertise in various IT systems, including web and mobile applications, ERP, CRM, and CMS. They offer a range of services, including DevOps, Quality Assurance, Product Design, and... View all reviews
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Lublin, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Empowering Innovation Through Digital Excellence.
6thSolution Technologies is a leading mobile app and website development company. Its expertise spans all mobile operating systems and device configurations, ensuring user-friendly and visually appealing digital experiences. Focusing on innovative solutions, the agency integrates complex back-end... View all reviews
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Empowering digital experiences.
WebriQ empowers growth-oriented companies with future-proof technology and methods. By creating and servicing Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) and migrating away from legacy systems like WordPress, we improve website performance and user experience... View WebriQ profile
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Product Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are Creators. We are Builders.
We are The Engineered Innovation Group, a passionate team of creatives and technologists committed to helping companies transform their ideas into impactful products and services. With expertise in SaaS product and engineering, we strategically collaborate with our clients to deliver tailored solutions that... View The Engineered Innovation Group profile
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- Software Development
- Blockchain
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We understand the power of animation
Uniquely Compelling Video Animation Production Company in the UK... View Afx Animators profile
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- Product Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
If you can imagine it, we can design it.
Hello! We are VoyaLabs a creative agency lead by Maria Shriver and based in Warsaw, Poland... View VoyaLabs profile
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Exquisite designs that captivate.
Hey there! My name is Mehdi Ayache Berberos, I'm a professional Creative Director, Multi-disciplinary Designer & Entrepreneur currently based in Bali, Indonesia... View Mehdi Ayache Berberos profile
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Pare, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Crafting Digital Experiences.
Rhubarb Jam is a digital designer and project manager who is deeply dedicated to crafting captivating online experiences. Whether it's designing polished logos or orchestrating flawless website launches, Rhubarb thrives on transforming ideas into reality and overseeing projects from inception to fruition... View IamRory profile
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Where Creativity Takes Flight!
Duck Design Studio specializes in digital projects, blending science and creativity to develop websites, products, and brands that resonate with customers, individuals, and businesses alike... View all reviews
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Brasil Leite, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Show Sell Support
Accelerated Media Products works with small business owners to grow their brand. We also specialize in residential drafting and graphic design... View Accelerated Media Products profile
Top Services:
- Managed Services
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- West Fargo, North Dakota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Build the future
Thesis is an innovative technology design and innovation consulting firm that delivers bespoke solutions to meet unique client needs... View all reviews
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- Wearables
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
As specialists in branding and design, we help businesses and organizations build and improve brands
raster.studio is a purpose-driven design studio combining ethics, sustainability, and creativity into brands and experiences that benefit people and the planet... View Raster.studio portfolio
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Miercurea Ciuc, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
It Makes Your Image Smack.
Hey there! My name is Marouani Mohamed, I'm a branding specialist from Tunis, Tunisia... View Marouani Mohamed portfolio
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Tunis, Tunisia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our business is made by people, For people!
RAFdesign is a design studio specializing in branding and packaging, boasting over 18 years of expertise in creating distinguished brands and captivating packaging... View RAFdesign portfolio
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
My Background, Approach and Things I Like.
I started my career in design during the early 1990s, gaining experience in various small and large businesses. Following my graduation from Bath Spa University College with a first-class degree in 2000, I began my freelancing career in earnest... View Julian Knott Design portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Stroud, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designing Imagination, Leading Creativity.
Ahmet Tevfik Uğurel is a skilled Creative Director and Designer with an extensive and varied background in the creative arts. My journey began with explorations in different artistic mediums, eventually leading me to discover a passion for computers, graphic design, and photography. This foundation paved the... View Ahmet Ugurel portfolio
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designing Visual Stories with Precision.
With 20 years of experience in design and advertising, Miguel Diez consistently engages in creative activities, enabling us to successfully execute projects of any size and scope... View Miguel Díez. Estudio De Diseño portfolio
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Valladolid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafting logo and brands.
Dylan Menke Design is a graphic design and branding studio dedicated to crafting authentic, unforgettable, and enduring brands through purposeful design... View Dylan Menke Design portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Design. Build. Growth.
Vilni Group is a London-based design and growth studio helping tech, SaaS, and modern B2B companies build brands, products, and websites that drive real business results. We combine high-end UX/UI, Webflow development, brand identity, and performance marketing into one streamlined process. Fast... View Vilni Group Ltd portfolio
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Visual Ideas With Momentum
Miles is a senior designer specializing in branding, digital design, and art direction, exploring distinct opportunities within each project, from subcultural work to global brands... View Miles Sale portfolio
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Strategic Design With Purpose
Hi, I'm Robert Toman, a designer with over 10 years of experience. After graduating in multimedia design in Denmark, I worked at the leading design agency e-Types and later led digital design at the sustainable apparel brand Organic Basics, both based in Copenhagen... View Robert Toman portfolio
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Bratislava, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Branding And Packaging Design That Rebels
Katie is a designer, creative rebel, and the force behind Katie Rou Design. She helps unconventional brands ditch the boring formula and build identities that are bold, strange, and unapologetically real... View Katie Rou Design, LLC portfolio
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Genuine Digital Solutions Made For People.
Clever Starfish is a digital marketing and web agency dedicated to building user-friendly, visually appealing, and results-driven solutions for businesses. Whether you need a simple brochure website, an e-commerce platform, a marketing strategy, a social media presence, or a custom solution, were here to... View Clever Starfish portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
- Product Design
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Looping Creativity Forward
We are a globally distributed team brought together by a shared passion for exploring imagery across all media. We communicate through visuals, inspired by a deep appreciation for culture and typography... View Ten Ten Ten Studios portfolio
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Tbilisi, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We Connect Vision With Results by Combining Expertise in Both Design and Manufacturing.
We handle the full gamut of business development, marketing strategy, branding, design (web, app, packaging, etc), custom manufacturing, and logistics for all manner of industries (such as: electronics, cannabis, wine & spirits, food, jewelry, cosmetics, candles, clothing, sports, medical, home goods, and... View Process portfolio
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Place For Independent Authors & Book Publishers
Smashed Grid Studio is a distinguished design studio specializing in providing comprehensive services tailored to book authors and publishers. Our expertise encompasses book cover design, illustrations, typesetting, and book interior design, ensuring that each publication receives meticulous attention to... View Smashed Grid Studio portfolio
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Print Design
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Let's make something great.
Based in the vibrant and diverse city of Austin, Texas, CreativePickle is a comprehensive creative agency. Since 2001, we have been designing custom logos, top-notch branding, and related products for a wide range of clients... View CreativePickle portfolio
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Content Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
For Opportunities That Must Be Taken.
Bond is a brand design consultancy focused on innovation. You provide the opportunity, and well create the brand to seize it... View BOND Creative Agency portfolio
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Helsinki, Finland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafting Vision, Defining Brands.
Krista, based in Berlin, is an art director and strategic designer who assists businesses in addressing challenges and engaging with their target audiences through innovative concepts and visual storytelling... View Krista Karki portfolio
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Smart, thoughtful design and illustration work created with soul, intention, and playfulness.
Hey there! My name is Russell Shaw, and I'm the person behind Russell Shaw Design. For over fifteen years, I've assisted brands of various scales in bringing their identities to life, ensuring they engage with their audiences in meaningful, impactful, and lasting ways... View Russell Shaw Design LLC portfolio
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Seamless Design. Impactful Experiences.
Intuitia is a design-driven digital agency specializing in UI/UX, web design, and development. We craft intuitive digital experiences that seamlessly blend creativity with functionality. With expertise in Webflow and WordPress, we build high-performance websites that engage users and drive results. Our... View INTUITA Agency portfolio
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Euless, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Infinite Creativity & Stratum Of Innovation
Design Stratum is more than a design and development studio. Were a team of designers, developers, animators, and strategists who help brands connect with people through meaningful digital experiences. From creating brand identities and building websites and apps to producing CGI content and 3D animations, we... View Design Stratum portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Elmont, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We Design Brands With Design and Feeling
We are a Curitiba-PR-based design studio focused on brand development, strategic positioning, and packaging design. With more than a decade of experience in the creative industry, we blend deep expertise in visual identity and branding to craft solutions that empower businesses and build meaningful... View Aupe Design portfolio
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Curitiba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Authentic Branding for Authentic Brands
If you're a passionate business owner, Sheer is your creative ally. We understand how vital strong positioning is in a competitive market and are here to help you achieve it... View Sheer Creative portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Product Design
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- Location
- The Hague, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We Create Faces for Brands.
WiNKYFACE is a full-service graphic design studio crafting distinctive brand identities, balancing playful expression with structured design. We specialize in design, development, and creative direction... View WiNKYFACE portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crafting Ideas Into Reality
We are a design studio that partners with high-end brands to enhance brand value, amplify messaging, and ensure alignment with corporate vision through expert brand identity and product design... View Xonxon Workshop portfolio
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- New Taipei, Taiwan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Smarter Branding With Lasting Impact
Self-titled is an award-winning Melbourne-based creative studio specializing in branding, communications, spatial design, and digital experiences. The agency is known for combining strategic thinking with refined visual design to help ambitious businesses create meaningful and memorable brand identities... View Self-titled portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Prahran, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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How to Hire a Product Design Firm
What can product designers do for businesses?
At a strategic level, they help businesses decide what to build, for whom, and how to make it easier to adopt, buy, and use.
Customer-centered companies consistently outperform weaker competitors.
Namely, in Forrester's 2024 US Customer Experience Index, customer-focused organizations reported 41% faster revenue growth, 49% faster profit growth, and 51% better customer retention than less customer-focused peers.
In practice, that means good product design can influence growth, loyalty, and margin, rather than just aesthetics.
Product design agencies help companies move from ideas to outcomes more efficiently.
IBM reports that organizations see an average ROI of 46% on new digital product creation and 75% on enhancements to existing digital products.
For many businesses, the biggest value of a strong product designer is risk reduction.
Product design companies turn vague ideas into tested concepts, clarify user needs, and catch problems before a company invests too heavily in development or manufacturing.
McKinsey found that around 50% of surveyed companies conducted user research before generating their first design ideas or specifications, which suggests many businesses still move too quickly into execution without enough evidence.
Product design firms also help businesses improve commercial performance.
In digital environments, even minor experience issues can translate into lost sales, lower conversion rates, and weaker retention.
Baymard's 2025 compilation of checkout studies found an average documented cart abandonment rate of 70.22%, which shows how much revenue can disappear when journeys are confusing.
In industrial design, agencies shape usability, manufacturability, and perceived value.
PwC's 2024 Voice of the Consumer Survey found that consumers are willing to pay an average of9.7% premium for sustainably produced or sourced goods.
What does a typical product design process look like?
Leading product design studios follow a user-centered and data-driven approach, combining UX research, engineering, and design into one continuous workflow.
According to McKinsey, companies that integrate design into their processes outperform competitors with 32% higher revenue growth and 56% higher shareholder returns, highlighting the direct business value of a well-executed design process.
1. Discovery and research
Teams conduct research, competitor analysis, and stakeholder interviews to define clear product goals. This stage ensures the business is solving the right problem before investing in development. CB Insights reports that 35% of startups fail due to the lack of market need, which strong discovery work helps prevent.
2. Definition and strategy
A product design agency defines target users, use cases, core features, product scope, success metrics, and business objectives.
At this stage, designers align design decisions with business goals, ensuring the product supports growth, rather than just usability.
3. Ideation and concept development
During this phase, design teams brainstorm, concept sketch, create wireframes and early prototypes, and explore different UX/UI directions before committing to one. Product design companies typically test several concepts before narrowing down to the most viable solution.
4. UX/UI and detailed design
This phase turns a rough idea into a complete, detailed blueprint that developers or manufacturers can actually build.
For digital products, during this phase, experts design exactly how the product looks and works for users.
It includes:
- Designing what users see
- Defining how users move through the product
- Creating layouts for a mobile app or web design
- Building a consistent system of buttons, colors, and styles
For physical products, during this phase, product designers define how the product looks and how it will be manufactured.
It includes:
- Shaping the product (size, form, ergonomics) through industrial design
- Choosing materials (plastic, metal, etc.)
- Creating precise 3D models using CAD modeling so designers can manufacture the products
5. Prototyping and testing
Teams create interactive or physical prototypes and test them with users. Iteration is key, and fixing issues early is critical, as defects can cost up to 100× more to fix after launch, according to IBM. This stage ensures the product works in real-world conditions.
6. Engineering and development collaboration
Design is translated into a build-ready solution. During this step, product design agencies ensure the final product matches the design vision while remaining technically viable.
7. Launch and optimization
After release, the process continues with improvement and scaling. Designers monitor user behavior and engagement, performance metrics, and feedback and usability issues.
Google research shows that companies running continuous experimentation can improve key metrics by 10-30% over time.
How do I choose the best agency on DesignRush that fits my budget?
Our directory features top product design firms across multiple price points, so you can identify a designer that's within your budget.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Medium budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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| Low budget: $10,000-$25,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.
What red flags should I watch for when evaluating these firms?
Watch for the following warning signs when you start evaluating product design companies:
- No clear design process: The agency cannot explain how it moves from research to final product, which increases risk and delays.
- No measurable results in portfolio: Case studies show visuals but no data, such as conversion rates, user engagement, or business impact.
- Lack of UX research: They skip UX research and jump straight into design without validating user needs, which can be a major cause of product failure.
- Vague scope and pricing: Unclear deliverables, timelines, or revision limits often lead to hidden costs and budget overruns.
- Weak technical or engineering expertise: Product designers have no evidence of feasibility work like CAD modeling, mechanical engineering, or development handoff.
- No relevant industry or product experience: Little experience with your type of product can slow progress and increase risk.
- Poor communication and collaboration: Slow responses, no clear point of contact, or lack of a collaborative approach early on.
- No post-launch support: The agency does not offer ongoing optimization, even though modern digital products require continuous improvement.
What questions should I ask product design companies before signing the contract?
Ask them the following questions before you make the final choice:
Relevant Background
- What industries or product categories does your team have the most experience in, and how does that expertise influence your design approach?
- Do you keep up with the latest design trends?
- How do you ensure your team stays updated with evolving product design and UX design best practices?
- What recent design trends have you successfully implemented in client projects, and what results did they deliver?
Services and Processes
- What does your design process look like?
- How will you create a product design and development strategy?
- Do you have the resources to handle end-to-end product development, from concept to production?
- How do you incorporate UX research and user feedback into your product design process?
Related to Your Project
- Are you experienced in designing similar products to ours?
- Do you understand our niche and this specific product category?
- What is the typical turnaround for this specific product category?
- What challenges do you anticipate in our product category, and how would you address them?
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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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