Finding the right developer means knowing what to look for before the first conversation. Here, you'll find vetted software developers in New York with portfolios, reviews, and rates to compare, so you can move forward with confidence.
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Goji Labs
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Goji Labs builds custom web and mobile apps, AI-powered products, and digital platforms for startups and nonprofits, with clients like WWF and WHO. It serves healthcare, fintech, and media verticals. A practical fit for early-stage startups and mission-driven organizations needing a product partner...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
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Goji Labs Reviews & Testimonials
Web Design Review from Michael Krone
We partnered with Goji Labs for a complete app build, and they delivered exactly what we needed. Their team handled the entire project professionally and with great care from start to finish. I would highly recommend Goji Labs to anyone seeking a skilled and dependable development partner.
Software Development Review from Wilson Rapp
We brought Goji Labs on board for a major migration project, and the entire experience was smooth and well-managed from start to finish. We could not be happier with the results. Their expertise gave us confidence throughout the process, and we would not hesitate to work with them again.
Mobile App Development Review from Sheila Reddy
As a founder with just an idea and a business model, I needed a partner who could turn that vision into a real product. Goji Labs guided me through every step of the process and built exactly the app we needed. Their expertise and patience made the entire journey manageable and rewarding.
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Digis is a Software Development company with a team of 200+ professionals dedicated to Custom Development (Web & Mobile) and design. We have a wealth of experience across several industries, particularly in Education, Healthcare, Fintech, E-Commerce, Media & Entertainment, GIS and Automotive...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $39/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
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Digis Reviews & Testimonials
UI/UX Design Review from Wladimir Wolinski
Communication was smooth either through our teams communication channel or with the project manager via email. We were in daily contact with the UX/UI designer in form of dailies or when we had to clarify some questions. With the project manager, we had a short conversation every 2 weeks to clarify all possible questions.We personally love to work in a very process-oriented way. Because when we understand how to do something, we usually know how the end result can look like. With Digis, we also had the feeling that they knew what they were doing and how to do it. Every next step was planned from the beginning. If something didn't work in line with our processes, we could readjust it.We were basically satisfied with everything.
Website Redesign Review from Michael Wilson
Digis is redesigning our website to a magento based platform to migrate from a Wordpress based platform. Key deliverables include a full discovery document to determine and outline the scope of the work and the magento platform with custom development to fit our needs.Everything has been delivered on time. Danila our project manager has great communication and always responds in a timely manor. We always receive clear explanations and detailed time logs for the work that is done.
Mobile App Development Review from Gina Levy
Both the developer and tester have exceeded expectations. Their performance is excellent. Together they eliminated bugs, introduced new features, and ensured that the app is working without problems. Previously, we had many complaints in the app store. Since working with this developer and tester, these complaints about the app functioning and bugs have disappeared.The time zone different is sometimes challenging, since we are in California and they are in Europe.
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Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsComputools Services
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Computools Reviews & Testimonials
Mobile App Development Review from Marie Jenkins
Working with Computools has been a truly rewarding experience. Their team demonstrated professionalism, deep technical expertise, and strong communication throughout our project. They took the time to understand our needs and delivered a custom solution that exceeded expectations.What impressed us most was their ability to combine innovative thinking with structured execution. Computools didnt just provide software developmentthey offered valuable consulting that helped us improve efficiency and customer experience. The final product was delivered on time, met all compliance requirements, and added measurable value to our business.We highly recommend Computools to any company looking for a reliable, forward-thinking software partner.
Web Development Review from Nicole Siaw
Computools developed a customized CRM system that significantly improved our financial agencys operations. Their team was highly professional, responsive, and detail-oriented throughout the process. The solution streamlined client management, boosted efficiency, and provided valuable insights for decision-making. We were impressed with their technical expertise and commitment to delivering on time.
Web Development Review from Frank Tufail Smith
We partnered with Computools to develop a new CRM system for our financial agency, and the results have been outstanding. Their team quickly understood our needs and delivered a user-friendly solution that has transformed our client management process.The CRM provides a comprehensive view of our clients, enhances our communication, and streamlines our operations. We've seen a significant improvement in response times and overall efficiency. I highly recommend Computools for any software development needs!
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EffectiveSoft is an AI-enabled product engineering company focused on digital products and enterprise systems. We combine software engineering, UX expertise, and AI capabilities to help companies build products that can adapt to changing requirements, integrations, and growth...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
- AI Development
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 29 Projects Listed
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EffectiveSoft Reviews & Testimonials
Software Development Review from Alex Silverstein
Over the past 13 years, I’ve valued the opportunity to work alongside this team. Their expertise played a central role in my company’s success, and I’ve come to rely on them for their consistency, attention to detail, and thoughtful approach.
Software Development Review from Philipe Araujo
We have had a highly positive experience utilizing EffectiveSoft's staff augmentation services for our Business Analyst and Quality Engineer needs. The professionals provided were not only highly skilled and knowledgeable but also integrated seamlessly with our existing team, requiring minimal ramp-up time. Their expertise in their respective fields significantly enhanced our project's efficiency and overall quality. We confidently recommend EffectiveSoft for any organization seeking top-tier talent to augment their teams and drive successful project outcomes.
Software Development Review from Sasja Ihn Christensen
Maersk Broker is pleased to provide this reference letter for EffectiveSoft, our trusted collaborator for complex web projects. From the initial stages of our projects, the team at EffectiveSoft demonstrated a deep understanding of our requirements and have been apro-active part of any problem-solving process. The team of offshore developers has been well-run through their lead developer, and we have only experienced a professional approach to our projects, as well as a pleasant and trust-based collaboration = between all members in the EffectiveSoft team and our own team. EffectiveSoft has furthermore proved to be highly flexible, adapting to our evolving needs and delivering reliable results under shifting circumstances and shifting priorities. They have furthermore been very quick to find and add the necessary resources to the team when needed, and we have only experienced professional and highly skilled consultants. This has also made on-boarding into projects faster and more efficient.In conclusion, it has been a pleasure working with EffectiveSoft, and I have no doubt that they will continue to be an asset to any collaborators in the future, adding value through their professionalism, dedication and understanding of business needs.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsWe design & develop web and mobile applications. Specializing in outsourcing and AI integration
We are ready to build your project in the digital world. We will help you through the development process from initial analysis to successful launch. We design, build and launch digital products on mobile, web, and connected platforms...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $79/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsMoravio Services
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Moravio Reviews & Testimonials
Web Development Review from James Leonard Ehrlich, DVM
I wanted to outsource front end development while maintaining back end services myself.They started with existing React SPAs, cleaned them up, found and removed bugs, improved user interaction, made clear requests for new endpoints which I implemented and they tested and used.The time difference between my office in eastern USA and theirs in Moravia worked well, as we could meet at their afternoon/my morning and I had the rest of the day to deal with back end or questions they might have.Their professionalism and competency were impressive.I will continue working with them, for years, I hope, in maintenance mode or when we need to expand features.
CRM Development Review from Michal Konopa
New CRM system was successfully rolled out and data was migrated from our old system.Everything was delivered on time. Always willing to adapt to changing needs of the project.
Miroslav Cina's Review Sourced from Google
I had experience for few projects as QA manager and I need to say that Moravio is very progressive company in IT industry.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsBreaking waves in healthcare mobile app development
Experience a transformative journey in healthcare mobile app development with Blue Whale Apps. With our roots deep in diverse mobile app innovations, our expertise now extends to the realm of Apple's Healthkit. Offering not just app development but a comprehensive understanding of your business vision, we...
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- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Cybersecurity
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
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Blue Whale Apps Reviews & Testimonials
dhaval jasoliya's Review Sourced from Google
Extremely disappointing experience as a former employee.While the owner responded to my original review with personal deflection, let me clarify the actual situation for anyone reading this. When I joined, the company had 20+ employees; by the time I left, only 2–4 remained. That kind of attrition doesn't happen without serious issues at the top.The core problem lies in poor leadership, lack of clear vision, and obsessive micromanagement. Rather than focusing on company growth, the management spent more time controlling and criticizing employees than empowering them. Innovation and autonomy were discouraged, and decisions were driven by ego, not strategy.I led my team with integrity and professionalism, but it’s impossible to thrive in an environment where leadership neither listens nor evolves. The owner's comment about “direct report feedback” is ironic, given how quickly most of them left.If you're considering working here, take the turnover rate seriously—it reflects deeper, systemic problems.
ravish patel's Review Sourced from Google
One of the best IT Service Provider companies in Washington, D.C, USA. with great efficiency in Mobile App Development and Web App development!
Nitya Thacker's Review Sourced from Google
I would like to suggest Blue Whale Apps as one of the leading Mobile App Development Companies, based in the USA. They have a passionate team of 50+ mobile app developers and designers that are capable of developing creative apps using the latest technologies.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsSubscription based, Software Engineering.
At Levisoft, we combine advanced AI tools with expert oversight to deliver complex software solutions at twice the speed. Our MIT-certified tech leads and developers ensure accuracy, efficiency, and security, while dedicated project managers and industry-specific consultants facilitate seamless integration...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring a Software Development Company in New York
What is the single biggest mistake buyers make when hiring a software development agency in New York?
Confusing technical vocabulary with delivery capability.
An agency can speak the right language in a sales call without having shipped a product at your complexity level.
Buyers get sold on the pitch, skip the portfolio audit, and discover the gap two or three months into a paid engagement when sprint velocity collapses, or early architectural decisions start creating problems that are expensive to reverse.
The way to catch it before signing is to directly ask the agency to walk you through a project that went wrong.
An agency with real delivery experience will talk about the specific decision that caused the problem and what they did differently afterward.
An agency without it will describe the outcome without touching the process.
What red flags in a proposal should make you walk away before signing?
The proposal is the agency's best effort under zero pressure. If problems appear here, the engagement will have larger ones.
Watch out for some of these warning signs:
- No named engineers. Ask for names and seniority levels before signing.
- Fixed-price contracts on undefined scope. Fixed pricing only works when requirements are fully documented first. An agency offering a fixed price before requirements are locked is either underquoting to win the deal or planning to recover the margin through change orders.
- No change control process defined. Every software project has scope shifts. A proposal that does not define what happens when requirements change leaves the agency free to interpret it in its favor when billing questions arise later.
- Vague timeline language. "Approximately 3 to 4 months" without defined milestones or delivery checkpoints is a placeholder.
- Pressure to sign quickly. Urgency at the proposal stage is a sales tactic. It tends to reappear throughout the relationship.
What should an engagement contract contain?
An engagement contract should define scope, pricing, revision triggers, milestone timelines, and exit conditions clearly enough that neither party needs to interpret anything.
The clauses most likely to work against you and worth negotiating before signing include:
- Vague scope definitions. Language like "software development services as needed" without named deliverables gives the agency latitude to bill for work you did not anticipate authorizing.
- Unstated change order thresholds. The contract should specify what constitutes a scope change, what approval is required, and what it will cost, before any changes are requested.
- Auto-renewal clauses. Contracts that renew automatically with 30 to 60-day cancellation windows can lock you into another full cycle regardless of performance. Make sure the exit terms are explicit.
- Conditional code return terms. Contracts that make returning source code or documentation conditional on outstanding payment create leverage that is difficult to challenge after the fact.
- Undefined IP ownership. Confirm in writing that your business owns all code, assets, and documentation produced during the engagement. Do not assume this is standard; it should be stated explicitly.
How do you choose between two software developers in New York who look equally qualified on paper?
When two agencies carry comparable credentials, similar pricing, and equivalent portfolios, the deciding factor is almost always how each one behaves during the evaluation process itself.
Test these side by side:
| Differentiator | What a strong answer looks like |
| Account ownership | Named engineer with stated seniority and relevant experience |
| Industry depth | Multiple clients in your sector |
| Risk identification | Specific risks called out about your project |
| Communication cadence | Defined check-in schedule, not "we'll be in touch" |
| Response time | Stated commitment, typically 24 to 48 hours |
| Fee transparency | Written, itemized answer given without hesitation |
| Reference quality | Reference offered without prompting, from a comparable project |
What should you have prepared before approaching a software development company in New York?
Agencies quote more accurately, onboard faster, and make fewer assumptions when the buyer comes in prepared. Have the following ready before the first conversation:
- Clear software requirements, description of what you are building, and what problem it solves
- Your current tech stack, if one exists
- Any third-party systems the new software needs to integrate with
- A realistic budget range
- A timeline and what is driving it (a launch date, a funding milestone, a regulatory deadline)
- A list of what you have already tried or ruled out, and why
The last item is underrated, as it allows the agency to understand what you have already attempted and thus spend less of your billable time on approaches you have already rejected.
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Software Development Companies in New York
How do I know if I need a software development agency or an in-house hire?
The decision comes down to what you are building and how long you need to build it.
An in-house hire makes sense when software is a core, ongoing function of the business and will likely require continuous iteration and deeper institutional knowledge. An external hire, on the other hand, makes sense when the timeline is fixed or the technical requirements exceed what a single hire could cover.
If the answer to all these questions is “yes,” then likely a specialized agency is a better fit than an in-house hire:
- Do you need something shipped within a specific window?
- Do you need multiple specializations at once?
- Are you not sure yet about the product direction to justify a permanent headcount commitment?
How much do software development companies in New York charge for their services?
Software development companies in New York typically charge $100 or more per hour, though rates as low as $40 per hour exist depending on the agency's size and specialization. North American agencies more broadly average $70 to $200+ per hour, with New York firms at the higher end of that range, given local market costs.
Here are some factors that drive price variation:
- Seniority mix. An agency billing you lower hourly rates is likely staffing your project with junior or mid-level developers, whereas an agency charging higher fees typically means senior engineers will be hands-on.
- Engagement model. Fixed-price contracts carry a built-in risk premium: agencies charge more upfront to protect against scope shifts. Time-and-materials contracts are priced lower per hour but require active management on your end to prevent overruns.
- Specialization. A software development company in New York that works primarily in fintech, healthcare, or regulated industries will price above a generalist shop.
- Project size. Agencies price smaller engagements higher per hour. A $30,000 project will cost more per hour than a $300,000 one from the same firm.
What hidden costs don't show up in the initial quote?
The quoted number and the final invoice rarely match. Notably, research shows that around 70% of software projects exceed their initial budget, with an average overrun of 27%. The gap usually compounds from several smaller add-ons that were not defined at the start.
The most common “hidden costs” include:
- Scope change fees. Any feature or requirement that was not in the original spec gets billed as a change of order, typically at a higher hourly rate than the base engagement.
- QA and testing. Some software developers in New York include testing in the base scope. Many do not. User acceptance testing, load testing, and security testing are frequently itemized separately.
- Infrastructure and environment setup. Cloud configuration, third-party API integrations, and staging environments often appear as separate line items after the contract is signed.
- Post-launch support. Bug fixes, performance monitoring, and small adjustments after go-live are almost always billed separately unless written into the contract upfront.
The simplest protection from such overruns is to ask for a written breakdown of every category of work that triggers an additional charge before signing anything.
Is a larger software development company in New York safer than a smaller one?
Not by default, and for most buyers, the assumption works against them.
Larger software development companies in New York bring staffing depth, structured processes, and institutional accountability. For enterprise-level builds with complex compliance requirements, multi-region infrastructure, or large concurrent engineering teams, that scale is genuinely necessary.
For most projects, the dynamic tends to invert: your account gets assigned to mid-level engineers, senior oversight is limited, and the relationship becomes transactional once the contract is signed. The senior developer who impressed you in the sales call may not be the one writing your code.
The more useful question is who will lead your project day-to-day. Ask for the name, seniority level, and relevant experience of the lead engineer and project manager assigned to your account before signing.
When does it make sense to switch software development companies mid-project?
Here are some situations that justify switching firms mid-project:
- Consistent missed sprint deliverables with no clear explanation
- Engineers who cannot answer questions about their own architectural decisions
- Billing disputes the agency will not itemize or resolve
- A point of contact who relays information but cannot make decisions
- Code that an independent review has flagged as creating long-term technical debt
If you decide to switch, you will need: full codebase access and documentation, all environment credentials and infrastructure configurations, a list of open bugs and known issues, and any third-party API keys or service accounts tied to the project. Do not assume these will be handed over without being asked for explicitly; make them a condition of the offboarding.
The best window to switch is between major milestones, after a working build has been delivered and before the next phase begins. Switching mid-sprint, or worse, mid-launch, multiplies handoff risk significantly.
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