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Aviato Consulting, founded by former Google employees, leverages their expertise to deliver stunning, high-performing apps at a lower cost, all for a fixed monthly fee. Benefit from our team's extensive experience to achieve your app development goals efficiently and affordably...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
- AI Development
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- Location
- Newcastle, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We boost businesses with expert AI software development and web solutions, offering products and consulting across industries like automotive, IT, and healthcare etc. Partner with us to grow in the digital era using innovative technology...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
At Stylabs, we accelerate product-market fit by leveraging design as a strategic differentiator across brand, product, and experiences. Our dedicated resources help founders go further and faster...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dreamers Inc.
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Dreamers is a research, data science, and tech consultancy that specializes in building solutions for complex problems. We are based in sunny California, but we work remotely with clients from all over the world. We're engineer-owned and operated, meaning you'll get personal attention and quick answers...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Wearables
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
9MILLS helps businesses build, automate, and grow through custom software development, AI automation, web and mobile apps, and performance-driven growth systems designed to improve efficiency, visibility, and business results...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Highkeen Technologies is a technology consulting and software services firm enabling enterprises to modernize their IT ecosystem. We specialize in building scalable, cloud-native applications and transforming monolithic solutions into microservices, driving innovation and long-term business success...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Chakpachuria, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Cleveroad is a leading provider of web and mobile solutions that cater to diverse industries and budgets. With a global team of skilled IT professionals and expertise earned from developing 500+ custom apps, we offer end-to-end development services, UI/UX design, cloud-based solutions, and advanced...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IoT
- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Claymont, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Peerbits is a strategic mobile app development company with locations across the globe that specializes in start-up apps, healthcare, and enterprise mobility solutions and on-demand mobile apps. The company designs apps using quality platforms that allow customizations that fit the client's needs...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Icalia Labs: Unconventional nearshore software design and development. Redefining the industry with speed, agility, and success. Achieve your goals with us...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- Monterrey, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We build powerful web platforms for Australian businesses from early-stage ventures to established enterprises combining custom application development, B2B and B2C eCommerce systems, and deep ERP integration...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- South Yarra, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
Curotec is a leading development firm specializing in Laravel, Vue.js, and enterprise WordPress. Get in touch with us to know more!...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We're a London based web development and design agency.For over 20 years (yes really!) we've produced robust, fast loading, cutting-edge websites.We love pushing the boundaries of HTMLÂ and responsive design, hopefully, this comes across in our work. Our clients range from multinational businesses and...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Saint Helier, Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $96/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 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
Brights.io is a software development company with 120+ engineers, delivering 300+ projects for startups and enterprises, including Fortune 500, across 30+ countries. We build scalable web, mobile and AI-powered products with a strong focus on quality and long-term partnerships...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
Software company since 2009...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Nimetler is a software development consultancy based in Mumbai, India, with an experienced and expertly skilled development team...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Kultprosvet is a Dnipro, Ukraine based software development firm founded in 2011. It builds dedicated web and mobile development teams, focusing on full-cycle solutions UI/UX, front-end, back-end, project management, and QA. With expertise in Node.js, PHP/Laravel, React, Vue, and native mobile (iOS/Android...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Staff Augmentation
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dnipro, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We're building great web apps for great businesses...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Minsk, Belarus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $27/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Intelligent solutions with a focus on simplicity and function...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
JetSoftPro comprises a network of tech professionals dedicated to helping your business achieve its technology objectives through exceptional software development and data science expertise. Our team is committed to delivering superior solutions that drive your success...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- VR/AR
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Dashbouquet Development is a custom software development agency. We help enterprises and startups to launch digital products. We focus on Mobile, Web, AI and embedded systems...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
8allocate is an AI solutions development company that helps companies build custom AI solutions...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Custom software development made simple. Just like riding a bike.CodeRiders is a custom software development company with a variety of technology stacks, software solutions, and an individual approach to each professional, business owner, or organization that requires web or mobile applications...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
RebelDot is all about leading the line and building true value through innovation. We offer a full range of services, from tech consulting, web and mobile app development, UX/UI design to machine learning and blockchain development...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Location
- Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AXAT Technologies, is a fast Growing Web Development, Mobile App Development and Digital Marketing firm, Located at Mumbai, India and Singapore. Website Development, Web App Development, E-Commerce Development, Custom Application Development, Cloud Application Development, SAAS Application Development...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Linkup ST
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.At Linkup ST, we design digital experiences that make your product instantly clear to customers and move them to act. Every decision is grounded in a structured emotional-functional framework, ensuring your product is understood, trusted, and built to convert...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Software Development
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 33 Projects Listed
We create high-quality mobile apps that transform brands, grow businesses and make people's lives better...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
OutsourcingDev is your expert partner in outsourcing services. Founded by a seasoned data Engineer, we offer customized and high-quality solutions. Our comprehensive services cover the entire development lifecycle, and we specialize in assembling dedicated development teams for seamless collaboration...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
CodigoDelSur builds web and mobile products for companies in the US and worldwide, from Montevideo, Uruguay. Since 2007: staff augmentation, dedicated teams and full product development for 250+ clients including Grubhub, Shutterfly and DroneDeploy. 300M+ users reached...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We are CreateThrive. We create and build software products for Silicon Valley startups and multinational companies.Working in a convenient time zone, we develop creative solutions using the latest technologies with special focus on ReactJS, NodeJS, Firebase, Flutter and NetSuite SuiteCommerce...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
TatvaSoft is a trusted technology partner enabling global businesses with its strategic IT solutions. Our services majorly encompasses Custom software development, Web development, product development, Ecommerce , Mobile apps, QA and many similar cutting-edge technologies...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/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
Scalac is a software house that develops custom software development and outsources the best developers. We've got seven team of 123 that take care of your challenges. We specialize in areas such as Fintech, Big Data and Blockchain...
Top Services:
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- Gdansk, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
PanonIT is an IT outsourcing company with a focus on software development, QA services, and specialized development for companies of any size and from different industry verticals. Due to our experience and first-hand knowledge, we can provide solutions that will best suit your ideas and business...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Location
- Novi Sad, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
SaM Solutions is a software engineering company offering a range of services, including software development, IT consulting, and quality assurance...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- IoT
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Gilching, Germany
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We design, build, and ship exceptional software and AI solutions for innovation-driven companies worldwide, providing seamless strategy and execution...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Cybersecurity
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Quezon City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $68/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
CactusSoft is a software development company that provides professional services and tailored solutions to international clients...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Web Design
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- Location
- Veenendaal, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
TwinCore - is a full-cycle software development company...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Design & Development That Drives Business Forward. We help to transfer your idea into top-notch product...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
DO OK is a technology consultancy and software development company. It delivers value-driven products and services for future leaders of financial innovation, smartresource management, logistics, and IoT. The company is driven by its mission to help create a sustainable future, which it believes will be...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Web Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
At Pharaoh Soft we bring a combination of domain expertise, talent, rigorous Agile development processes, and commitment to exceed our client expectations...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We specialize in developing custom software solutions tailored to your companies specific needs...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- IT Services
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Our key focus areas are:- Product Development (PoC, MVP, UI/UX design, Front End and Back End)- Software Engineering (including AI, ML, and IoT solutions)- Big Data & Cloud migration.We also provide QA, IT Consulting, Technical & Client Support...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Services
- BPO
- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A software development outsourcing company from Poland with over 100+ employees. Trusted by more than 47,000+ on Envato (Power Elite Author) and 15,000+ on WPKraken. Specialised in building MVPs and full-scale software products in several Web technologies...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Location
- Katowice, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Global Enterprise Mobility (GEM) – the global technology and IT services company - is one of the proud representatives for the emerging Vietnamese IT sector...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
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- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Softkit is a Bespoke Software Development company with an annual growth rate of 80%. We provide a broad spectrum of high-quality services like SaaS, Team Augmentation, BI& Big Data.Fortune 500 companies like Philips, Thomson Corporation, Cisco, Just Eat, and Digital Ocean use our Apps. ...
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- Software Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine
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- Under 49
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- $30/hr
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- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
InApp is a full-scale software services company operating for more than 20 years and has a solid client base ranging from Fortune 500 companies, Start-ups to SMBs. Founded by a group of IT experts with several years of Big 5 consulting experience...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Thiruvananthapuram, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We embrace digital transformation through customer centric tactical results unleashing as a digital innovation agency.Sourceved is providing enterprise cms based solution which includes Sitecore , Umbraco , EpiServer , SiteFinity , Drupal and WordPress for all industries...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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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.
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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:Â
- 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. Â
- Custom software development: Designing and building a software solution tailored to a company's workflows, operational needs, and customer requirements.Â
- Mobile app development: Developing software solutions for mobile devices as native iOS or Android apps or cross-platform products.Â
- Web development: Building digital products delivered through the browser, including customer-facing websites, portals, eCommerce experiences, and progressive web apps.Â
- 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.Â
- 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.Â
- 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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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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.Â
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:Â
- 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. Â
- 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. Â
- 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. Â
- 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. Â
- 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.Â
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:Â
- 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 hourÂ
- 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 hourÂ
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.Â
Offshore developers may be a poor fit when:Â
- 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.Â
- 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.Â
- 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.Â
- Project scope is unclear: If requirements, goals, or ownership are still vague, an offshore engagement can lead to misalignment, rework, and unnecessary spend.Â
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