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We're a product design agency developing custom software solutions for health, learning, and more. We partner with innovators to bring purpose to the digital world through what we make and how we make it...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- AI Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Eugene, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Clockwise Software is a digital product development company with 10+ years in the market and 200+ delivered solutions across SaaS, ERP, Logistics, MarTech, and HealthTech. Senior engineers, product thinking, and reliable delivery with under 10% variance on CPI/SPI across projects...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
NKU Technologies is a global software development and AI company headquartered in Lahore, Pakistan. We build AI-powered web and mobile applications, enterprise software, and cybersecurity solutions for startups, SMEs, and global enterprises across fintech, manufacturing, ecommerce, and non-profit sectors...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
BitsWits builds iOS, Android, Flutter, and React Native apps alongside AI and blockchain solutions, with a four-week delivery guarantee. Its work spans healthcare, fintech, and eCommerce, making the software development company suitable for businesses needing fast, affordable mobile app development...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- VR/AR
- Blockchain
- AI Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
ELIFTECH thrives on taking a business idea and transforming it into a high-tech product. ELIFTECH designs, builds, tests, and launches software technology for a variety of industries. The company successfully creates software that connects people, devices, systems, and data in a seamless process...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Mysoft Heaven (BD) Ltd. is a Top Software Development Company with 15+ years of excellence. We specialize in enterprise-grade solutions like ERP, FinTech, e-Governance, and HRMS (HR Sheba). Our scalable SaaS platforms and Cyber Security solutions empower global organizations...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Mirpur, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We build tech products that scale...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
RedCat is an information technology firm that provides web and mobile development services to customers all over the globe.Over the last five years, we have assisted foreign startups in securing a suitable position on the market and achieving growth via the use of the most cutting-edge technologies...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- IoT
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Double Coconut is a San Franciscobased boutique game development studio founded in 2012. The agency specializes in full-service game design and co-developmentfrom casual mobile and web titles to casino, mid-core, and Web3 games. Their projects have reached over 5 million players and generated...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Tinker is an innovation company. Our mission is to pioneer the next cutting edge digital products, and invent the future.We are in the business of innovation with intention to draw the roadmap others can follow. We’re dreamers, we’re builders, we’re artists and engineers.We Tinker, Strategize, redefine...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Kevuru Games is a game development outsourcing company founded in 2011. We provide full-cycle game development, co-development, AAA game art outsourcing, and console porting services. Our teams work with Unreal Engine and Unity for game developers and publishers worldwide...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- VR/AR
- Software Development
- Product Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
MusicTech Lab is a Kraków-based software development firm specialising in building digital products for the music industry. They offer services ranging from web and mobile application development to team extension and consulting, working with music-tech startups, labels, publishers and audio platforms...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
We were founded in 2016, and are offering top-tier engineering talent and in-depth technological knowledge to build, innovate, and expand...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
FiftyFive Tech UK is a global, remote-first software development company, powered by a network of highly skilled senior engineers. We deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions at speed whether you need a fully outsourced team, a tailored software project, or help launching your first MVP. Our team...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We have always delivered on time - and can provide references...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Thimphu, Bhutan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
AddWeb Solution is a Greenville, South Carolina - based AI-driven digital agency delivering innovative digital solutions worldwide...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 65 Projects Listed
We are Aleph Engineering, and our mission is to build outstanding software with wonderful people. Get started cooperating with us, transform your project ideas into successful ones, and have a fantastic time doing it all in the process...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Hanover, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mobilunity is a global provider of IT staff augmentation, dedicated development teams, technical recruitment, and part-time IT consultancy. With over 15 years of experience, the company helps businesses access skilled IT professionals worldwide through flexible offshore and nearshore hiring models...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- HR Outsourcing
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We give you the our best for your projects with competitive technology as full stack and mobile development...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bangladesh's leading eCommerce and web design company offering affordable, e-commerce web design services in Bangladesh. Nano IT is an e-Commerce development and website design company in Bangladesh with a good reputation and open skill-set. Our web designs and solutions consistently reflect the qualities...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We provide end-to-end solutions in App Development, Web Development, Cloud Services, Business Intelligence & Data Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence. Our services are designed to help businesses streamline operations, make data-driven decisions, and stay competitive through modern, scalable, and...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Wearables
- IoT
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- Location
- Richmond, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Full-service mobile app development from design to deployment. We build native iOS, Android, and cross-platform apps with integrated payments, notifications, and cloud featureshandling everything from code to App Store launch...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- AI Development
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- Location
- Rabat, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Virtual Verse Studio is an XR product studio building VR, AR, WebGL and metaverse experiences that ship. Since 2021 our 20+ specialists have delivered 50+ immersive projects across banking, museums, healthcare, education and retail from a gamified onboarding world for the National Bank of Kuwait, to an AI...
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Lewes, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Fibontech is a Baku-based software development company specializing in web applications, mobile apps, CRM systems, and AI-powered solutions. The company helps businesses accelerate digital transformation through custom technology products tailored to their operational needs...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Baku, Azerbaijan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bass Media Group is a performance focused digital agency helping brands turn traffic into real revenue. We specialise in high- converting Shopify and WordPress experiences, combining strategy, clean UX, and data-driven optimisation. From improving site speed to simplifying checkout flows, we fix what actually...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We don't just build apps. We build the right ones. Oweo is a design-led digital studio helping startups and growing companies reposition, strategize, and launch mobile and web apps that actually work, for their users and their business. We believe great digital products start long before the first line of...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Verticalsols is a high-end software innovation and IT firm dedicated to helping modern enterprises stay ahead of the competition. Leveraging over a decade of deep industry expertise, design proficiency, and product development experience, we excel at utilizing AI and cutting-edge tech stacks to build agile...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Mildenhall, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At JEO Publishing, we believe every story deserves to be toldyour way. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned writer, our publishing services are designed to elevate your book, maximize its reach, and put you in control...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- AEO
- Digital Services
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- Location
- King City, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Seoul-and-Bangkok design and development studio building UX/UI, web, mobile apps, and B2B SaaS platforms for enterprises. HeyHi turns complex problems into products people actually use with design and engineering under one team. Trusted by clients like CJ ENM and Deloitte, and recognized with Korea's 2024 ICT...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Seoul, South Korea
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CODT Technologies builds the software businesses run on: mobile apps, SaaS platforms, AI agents, ERP systems, and IoT products. Founded by engineers and still led by them, we've shipped 40+ products for clients in 10+ countries from Swiss food-tech platforms to aviation management systems and live-streaming...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- IoT
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Sydney-based digital growth partner. We build high-converting e-commerce stores and implement smart AI automation to help ambitious brands scale faster and operate more efficiently. From lightning-fast Shopify Plus websites to automated business workflows and high-performing design, we handle the complex tech...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Oran Park, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Design World Studio is an AI-native software development agency helping ambitious businesses build websites, mobile apps, and custom software powered by intelligent automation. Our team blends design, engineering, and AI expertise to deliver production-grade AI agents, chatbots, and workflow automation...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Darien, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GeekyBugs helps startups and growing businesses build, scale, and improve digital products with experienced software engineers and flexible development teams...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Appmentech | Custom Software & Digital SolutionsWe help businesses worldwide turn ideas and manual processes into powerful digital solutions. From websites and custom CRM systems to mobile apps, business automation, e-commerce, POS, billing and offline software, we build technology around your actual...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Smartway Technoway Pvt. Ltd., we believe technology is more than softwareit is a bridge that transforms ideas into meaningful business impact.We are a 360° technology and communication solutions provider, helping businesses streamline operations, strengthen their digital presence, improve...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- IoT
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Upstack Web builds custom web apps, CRMs and lead automation for businesses in the US, Canada and the UK. MVPs, internal tools and more. Book a free call...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Go Click On is a reputable web design and development Agency in Australia with a track record of over 13 years in the industry. Our committed team of experts is wholeheartedly dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Euro Digital Technologies LLC proudly represents a Complete IT Infrastructure and Software Solutions Under One Roof, with a state of art Infrastructure and Technical Expertise in the field of Information Technology. Euro Digital has emphasized on performance, high quality as per globe standards...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Slash TechnologiesSlash Technologies offers comprehensive digital and IT solutions to businesses of all sizes, empowering them to achieve sustainable digital growth. Our services include website design, mobile app development, digital marketing, social media management, paid ads campaigns, and cust...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We specialize in software and web development, AI-enhanced product images, social media management, digital marketing, and unique designs helping businesses boost online visibility, engagement, and growth...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
- Show more
- Location
- Kosovo, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Zatiq Sol, we don't just offer services we build digital empires. From high-performing websites, AI-powered apps, and mobile solutions to SEO, social media, and full-scale digital marketing we're the agency behind fast-growing startups and global disruptors. Need lead generation, blockchain apps, or...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Multan, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
To deliver solutions that align with your business and technological ambitions. We continuously expand our expertise in Design, Development, and Marketing to offer a truly end-to-end digital experience...
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- Web Development
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Sugar Land, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We Offer Website design, web development, mobile app development, iOS app, Android app, SEO, content writing, social media marketing, SMM, logo design, branding, e-commerce, custom AI solutions, automation at CodeCraft Studioz...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Norman, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
AbuQitmir Labs is a results-driven software development company specializing in custom web development, mobile app development, SaaS development, AI solutions, React development, Next.js development, UI/UX design, business automation, CRM systems, ERP solutions, and cloud-based applications. We help startups...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nippon Data Systems Ltd. is a technology solutions company specializing in AI, ERP, CRM, enterprise software, cloud applications, automation, and digital transformation. We help organizations streamline operations, improve decision-making, and accelerate business growth through scalable, secure, and...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We specialize in web development, software development, AI-powered solutions, UI/UX design, digital transformation, automation systems, branding, and digital experiences that combine creativity with technology. Our goal is not just to develop products, but to create smart digital ecosystems that deliver...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
White Gravity Web Solutions is a technology and digital growth company helping businesses build powerful online experiences. We specialize in custom websites, eCommerce stores, mobile applications, software solutions, and digital marketing strategies that drive measurable business growth...
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- Software Development
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SolvForge is a small, independent studio that builds websites, runs servers, and handles marketing for growing businesses. We design fast, modern sites that bring in customers, keep them secure and online, and help you get found on Google. One team, straight answers, and work that's built to last. Build...
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- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- IT Services
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring a Custom Offshore Software Development Company
What can offshore software development companies do for your business?
An offshore software development company can help expand your business's technology capacity without the cost of building every capability in-house. For many businesses, they offer three main advantages:
Cost efficiency
Many companies use an offshore partner to reduce development and staffing costs while maintaining delivery momentum. As a result, they can scale teams more flexibly, fund innovation initiatives, and explore newer technologies such as AI without significantly increasing internal overhead.
According to an Accelerance study, 70% of businesses report that cost reduction is a primary reason for outsourcing IT, with many experiencing 40%-70% in cost savings through offshore software development companies.
Access to specialized talent
Technical hiring remains difficult across many markets. ManpowerGroup reports that IT is among the hardest-hit sectors for talent shortages, with 75% of IT employers struggling to fill roles.
As a result, offshore development teams can help businesses tap into broader talent pools, especially for in-demand capabilities that are difficult to fill locally.
Resource efficiency
Offshore teams can support internal staff by taking on defined projects, product builds, ongoing development work, or routine technical support. In doing so, internal teams can focus on strategic priorities and security-sensitive work.
Deloitte's Global Outsourcing Survey highlights that businesses increasingly view offshore partners as strategic contributors. In fact, some of the top reasons that they outsource include:
- Meeting increasing customer demands (35%)
- Improving quality and performance (33%)
- Aligning delivery more closely with business strategy (27%)
How long does it take to build custom software with an offshore development company?
Building custom software takes about 3-18 months with an offshore development company. The actual timeline will depend on your technical requirements, priority features and functions, quality assurance and security needs, and feedback process.
Below is an estimated timeline:
| Phase | What to Expect |
| Product discovery and planning (4-8 weeks) | Requirements gathering, tech stack selection, user research, project milestones, and concept validation |
Software design | UI/UX design, technical architecture, wireframing, prototype development, and end-user testing |
| Software engineering (8-40 weeks) | Building the front and back end of the product, including the server-side logic, database management, and systems integration |
| Testing and QA (3-8 weeks) | Performing usability, regression, functional, security, integration, and other relevant tests to ensure the software meets project and industry standards |
| Deployment (1-3 weeks) | Preparing the software for go-live rollout, such as configuring hosting environments |
How to choose the best software development company for your business?
To choose the best software development company for your business, evaluate their expertise, track record, and markers of credibility. Here are some steps to guide you:
- Specify your project requirements, including core features and functions, target users, required platforms and system integrations, security and compliance needs, business goals, performance indicators, and acceptance criteria.
- Research potential regions and consider their software development capabilities, time zone and cultural compatibility, government/political stability, and talent pool quality.
- Shortlist the top providers that have showcased proven expertise in your industry, software type, and specific requirements through their case studies that display their measurable business impact. Look also for certifications, like ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II, and HIPAA or PCI-DSS readiness.
- Assess client reviews and testimonies to verify its service reliability, delivery quality, process maturity, strong security policies, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Send a request for proposals to your top candidates and compare based on scope, deliverables, team expertise, and total cost of ownership.
- Schedule in-depth interviews with your top candidates to discuss development processes, project management approach, security and governance frameworks, and other project details.
- Run a pilot project, such as a prototype or a minimum viable product (MVP), to test the agency's capabilities in a real-world scenario before signing a long-term contract.
What questions should you ask before hiring an offshore development firm?
Before hiring an offshore software development firm, ask these questions to confirm business and project fit:
Relevant Background
- What software type and tech stack do you specialize in?
- Can you share examples of projects similar to mine in scope and complexity?
- What is your experience in my specific sector? Can you provide 3-5 client references I can contact?
- Where are your teams located? What is their English proficiency level, and how do you handle secure and smooth collaborations?
Services and Processes
- Can you walk me through your entire software development process?
- Which development methodologies do you primarily use, and why? How structured is your approach when implementing these methodologies?
- Can you describe your quality assurance and testing processes? How do you identify, rectify, and report issues?
- What measures do you have in place for data security and protection of intellectual property across borders?
Related to Your Project
- Who will be on our team, and what are their credentials?
- What is your project management approach? How do you ensure time zone, cultural, and system alignment?
- How do you ensure that you comply with the regulations of my specific country and sector?
- How do you handle urgent issues outside our hours of daily overlap?
What red flags should you avoid?
When evaluating an offshore software development firm, watch for signs that the agency may introduce delivery, security, or governance risks. Common red flags include:
- Vague processes: If a company cannot clearly explain how it handles onboarding, discovery, SDLC execution, quality assurance, change management, and project reporting, the engagement is more likely to suffer from scope creep, delays, and inconsistent delivery quality.
- Weak security and compliance measures: An offshore software development company should be able to explain its approach to access controls, data protection, NDAs, documentation, and any relevant regulatory requirements. Weak security and compliance practices can expose the business to operational, legal, and reputational risk.
- No developer access: If all communication is tightly controlled through a single intermediary (e.g., product manager) and there is little visibility into the actual delivery team, misunderstandings can persist longer, and product alignment may suffer.
- High employee turnover rate: Frequent staff changes can disrupt continuity, slow delivery, and increase knowledge loss across the life of the project. It may also indicate deeper issues with management or team stability.
- Unclear IP ownership: If the contract does not clearly define ownership of source code, designs, documentation, and other deliverables, the business may face legal ambiguity, reuse concerns, or future dependency on the vendor.
- Vendor lock-in: Be cautious if the agency pushes proprietary tools, restrictive terms, or long commitments without explaining the operational benefit. This can make future migration, scaling, or partner changes more difficult.
- Concerning client reviews: A pattern of reviews mentioning missed deadlines, poor communication, poor quality, or lack of transparency should be treated as a serious warning sign rather than an isolated complaint.
Sources
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- Our dedicated team of agency experts actively searches the web for top-performing companies. We then pull information from their websites, online presence, and client testimonials to verify their status and qualifications prior to listing.
- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website and they can choose to claim it or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Offshore Software Development Companies
What services does an offshore software development firm typically offer?
Offshore development services typically support the full software development lifecycle, from early planning through post-launch support. Core services include:
- Software consulting and management: Auditing a business's current IT environment, identifying business and technical requirements, and advising on product strategy, platform choices, implementation planning, and delivery oversight.
- Custom software development: Designing and building a software solution tailored to a company's workflows, operational needs, and customer requirements.
- Mobile app development: Developing software solutions for mobile devices as native iOS or Android apps or cross-platform products.
- Web development: Building digital products delivered through the browser, including customer-facing websites, portals, eCommerce experiences, and progressive web apps.
- DevOps and cloud engineering: Configuring CI/CD pipelines, migrating systems to a cloud platform (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud), and designing the cloud infrastructure to ensure security and accessibility.
- AI/ML and automation development: Producing applications that run on artificial intelligence, machine learning, or natural language processing models to streamline workflows and augment human teams.
- Systems integration: Connecting the different applications of a business (e.g., CRM, ERP, and eCommerce store), ensuring seamless data exchange and cohesive functionality across systems.
Many offshore software development companies also offer UI/UX design, digital transformation, data engineering and business intelligence, IoT development, cybersecurity and compliance, and staff augmentation.
What is the difference between offshore, nearshore, and onshore development?
The primary difference between offshore, nearshore, and onshore development lies in the team's location in comparison to yours.
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| Where is it located? | Same country as your business | Neighboring country | Distant countries, often in different continents |
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In practice, the right model depends on your priorities. Companies that value close collaboration may prefer onshore or nearshore teams, while those focused on scalability and cost efficiency often consider an offshore partner.
What are the most popular locations for offshore software development companies?
The best offshore location depends on your company's priorities, including budget, time zone preferences, language fluency, technical expertise, and regulatory needs. That said, several regions are commonly considered leading destinations for offshore outsourcing:
- India: About 54% of American companies outsource to India, and it remains one of the most established offshore outsourcing destinations due to its large talent pool (over 5 million developers), mature vendor ecosystem, and technical capabilities. It is ideal for businesses looking for scalability, cost-efficiency, and long-term delivery capacity.
- Eastern Europe: Countries such as Poland, Romania, and Ukraine are often evaluated for their strong engineering talent, experience with complex software projects, and familiarity with European and global business requirements. Many companies look to this region for high-skill development work and R&D depth.
- China: Quickly becoming a leader in software development, many organizations outsource to China for its advanced technological expertise (AI/ML, IoT, and large-scale product development) and manufacturing capabilities. Businesses turn to China for software-hardware projects, manufacturing support, and embedded systems.
- Southeast Asia: Countries such as Vietnam and the Philippines are frequently considered for their competitive pricing, growing developer ecosystems, and ability to support distributed delivery models. They may be attractive to businesses seeking cost efficiency and scalable team support.
- Latin America: Offering time zone and cultural alignment and cost-effective rates, Latin America is one of the top outsourcing locations for organizations in North America that need real-time collaboration.
How much does an offshore software development firm charge for their services?
Offshore software development services cost $15-$100+ per hour, depending on your project requirements and complexity, and development team location and technical expertise. Below is the approximate hourly rate of each region:
- Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia): $25-$40 per hour, with senior talents charging over $60 per hour
- India and China: $35-$40 per hour, with senior talents charging over $70 per hour
- Africa and the Middle East: $25-$50 per hour, with more experienced teams charging over $70 per hour
- Eastern Europe (Ukraine, Poland, Belarus, Bulgaria, Hungary, and Romania): $30-$60 per hour, but senior talent may charge over $100 per hour
- Latin America (Argentina, Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, and Costa Rica): $35-$65 per hour, with senior talents charging over $100 per hour
- UK: $60-$80 per hour for junior teams or small projects, but more experienced teams charge over $100 per hour
- United States: $75-$150 per hour, with more experienced teams charging $200 per hour
When is offshore development the wrong fit?
You may want to avoid hiring an offshore development company when the delivery model creates more operational risk than strategic value. This is often the case when close day-to-day alignment, strict oversight, or highly controlled environments are essential.
Offshore developers may be a poor fit when:
- Real-time collaboration is critical: If your team depends on frequent live decision-making, rapid feedback loops, or constant cross-functional coordination, limited time zone overlap can slow execution.
- The work involves highly sensitive data or strict regulatory requirements: Projects involving proprietary algorithms, regulated customer data, or data sovereignty obligations may require tighter legal, security, and operational controls.
- Internal technical leadership is limited: Offshore engagements usually work best when the client has experienced product, engineering, or technology leaders who can define priorities, manage delivery, and enforce standards.
- Project scope is unclear: If requirements, goals, or ownership are still vague, an offshore engagement can lead to misalignment, rework, and unnecessary spend.
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