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Best Software Developers for Small Business

5,127 Companies - Rankings updated: August 16, 2026

We evaluate every agency on DesignRush for technical expertise, delivery quality, and verified feedback to help businesses find reliable software development services. Some listings may be paid.

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  • Solwey Consulting

    Custom Software Solutions That Enhance Your Business

    Custom Software Solutions That Enhance Your Business

    At Solwey Consulting, we are a boutique agency that focuses on our customers' success by delivering excellent work. We understand that the solutions businesses need to function are often complex, which is why we work tirelessly to create simple, effective solutions that meet our clients' needs...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Raccoopack Media

    Canadian Digital Solution Agency

    Canadian Digital Solution Agency

    We're a top-rated Canadian team helping organizations build engaging apps that positively impact their communities. Want to explore your project fit? The pack's got your back...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Product Design
    • Design Services
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    Location
    Burnaby, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    4.7 4.7 (9)

  • CT Software Solutions

    High-Quality Software Solutions

    High-Quality Software Solutions

    CT Software Solutions offers custom development using quick, dependable, and technologically sound techniques...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • SKYCATCHFIRE

    We Craft Software To Supercharge Proven Processes

    We Craft Software To Supercharge Proven Processes

    For companies that require unique solutions to problems or the automation of processes, we build software...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    Location
    Canton, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    5.0 5.0 (10)

  • Tesuji

    Beautiful Products That Connect People

    Beautiful Products That Connect People

    Tesuji is a dynamic team of software design and development experts committed to bringing IT products to life, from augmented reality pet games to social platforms for live streaming. As a creative engineering and design agency, Tesuji prioritizes pragmatic construction, employing proven yet modern...

    Top Services:

    • Blockchain
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Nevada City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Robots & Pencils

    We Help Our Clients Use Mobile, Web and AI Technologies To Transform Their Businesses.

    We Help Our Clients Use Mobile, Web and AI Technologies To Transform Their Businesses.

    Robots & Pencils was founded in 2009 with the then-contrarian belief that mobile technology would have a greater transformative impact than the Internet...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • CRM Consulting
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    Location
    Chagrin Falls, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
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  • TechWings

    Top-Notch Engineering Expertise

    Top-Notch Engineering Expertise

    We were founded in 2016, and are offering top-tier engineering talent and in-depth technological knowledge to build, innovate, and expand...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Krakow, Poland
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • BuildLab

    Modern software development and automation studio.

    Modern software development and automation studio.

    We develop everything from fully-coded custom applications to no-code automations using a variety of tools and expertise...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    Location
    Arlington, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (6)

  • Bamboo Software

    We Follow Best Practices To Build Exceptionally Reliable Custom Software

    We Follow Best Practices To Build Exceptionally Reliable Custom Software

    At Bamboo Software, LLC, our consultants specialize in helping businesses implement HL7 & healthcare data solutions in the cloud. We are dedicated to providing our clients with top-notch service...

    Top Services:

    • Cloud Consulting
    • Software Development
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • The Flock

    Software Development Through On-Demand Teams

    Software Development Through On-Demand Teams

    As a tech talent platform, The Flock connects companies with skilled LATAM tech experts for projects worldwide. At our company, we pride ourselves on providing our clients with the best talent available to help them achieve their goals and grow their businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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    5.0 5.0 (8)

  • Warp Development

    AI strategy and delivery that works in production, not just in demos.

    AI strategy and delivery that works in production, not just in demos.

    We help organisations close the gap between what AI could do for their business and what it is actually doing with the strategy, engineering, legacy modernisation, and enablement to make it work in production...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Managed Services
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Cape Town, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    4.7 4.7 (13)

  • Accelerance

    Accelerance is Your Global Software Outsourcing Consultancy Partner.

    Accelerance is Your Global Software Outsourcing Consultancy Partner.

    Accelerance is a highly regarded global authority on software outsourcing. We cater to technology leaders who require exceptional software development resources and expert consulting services. With over 20 years of experience, we have curated the world's largest network of certified software development and...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • IoT
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Redwood City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • Toptal

    Leverage World-class Talent

    Leverage World-class Talent

    Toptal is a highly respected network of elite talent available when needed. Our team of problem-solvers is committed to integrity, and leading companies turn to us for critical projects. We equip organizations with the tools to compete and succeed in a rapidly-evolving business world, boasting exceptional...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • Blockchain
    • Software Development
    • AI Development
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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  • Corporation Pop

    Corporation Pop - Creating Deeply Engaging Interactive Experiences

    Corporation Pop - Creating Deeply Engaging Interactive Experiences

    We create deeply engaging interactive experiences that connect you with your customers...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    5.0 5.0 (8)

  • Intuji

    Creating Intuitive Customer Experiences

    Creating Intuitive Customer Experiences

    Intuji is in the business of empowering your brand to scale by doing things better using technology. We consult, strategise with you to design and develop custom web and mobile solutions that obsessively deliver phenomenal experiences for your customers!...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Software Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Perth, Australia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    4.9 4.9 (13)

  • Appluex

    Let us do Magic - iOS, Android & Web

    Let us do Magic - iOS, Android & Web

    Continuous deliveries are provided by Appluex using the Agile&Scrum framework. We develop your concepts from scratch, offer development options, and adhere to delivery dates...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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    5.0 5.0 (13)

  • Incora

    Software Development by Diligent Minds

    Software Development by Diligent Minds

    We're a full-cycle development team helping businesses grow with tailored tech solutions. From early discovery all the way to product launch (and beyond), we're here to make sure your ideas turn into something real and useful...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Staff Augmentation
    • DevOps Consulting
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Lviv, Ukraine
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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    5.0 5.0 (17)

  • DreamTeam Mobile

    Focused on Time and Quality.

    Focused on Time and Quality.

    At our core, we specialize in planning, designing, and developing bespoke mobile and web products that drive measurable business outcomes. Our team is well-versed in all aspects of the software development process, from strategic planning and innovative user-experience design to development, pre-launch...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Falls Church, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Morning Stars Developers

    We Build Innovative Multiplatform Flutter Apps for the Digital World

    We Build Innovative Multiplatform Flutter Apps for the Digital World

    We provide our clients with infinite scaling and very quick feature delivery times...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • IT Services
    • Software Development
    • Blockchain
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    Location
    Inglewood, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
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  • Studio 12

    Full Stack Development Support

    Full Stack Development Support

    Studio 12 is a full-stack development agency that can support your current team...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    Location
    Riverside, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Povio

    Design and Development Done Right!

    Design and Development Done Right!

    Povio is a company that is based in San Francisco and specializes in designing and developing digital products that make a positive impact. With over 1000 successful projects delivered and a team of over 200 skilled professionals, we have collaborated with multinational companies like VW, unicorns such as...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    3.0 3.0 (1)

  • Ingenuity Global Consulting

    Digital Product Design & Software Engineering Partner

    Digital Product Design & Software Engineering Partner

    Ingenuity is a prominent software company that offers a comprehensive range of services, including software outsourcing, technology consulting, and enterprise solutions, to clients across the globe. We collaborate with startups, creative agencies, and enterprises to develop innovative solutions that...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Location
    Davao City, Philippines
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
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  • Shortcut Sweden

    Cutting-Edge Mobile App Solutions

    Cutting-Edge Mobile App Solutions

    We have defined the frontier of mobile solutions with a dual understanding of user behavior and technological opportunities...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Staff Augmentation
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (2)

  • The Smyth Group

    The Smyth Group - From Design to Deployment

    The Smyth Group - From Design to Deployment

    At The Smyth Group, we specialize in designing and developing web and mobile software for our corporate clients. Our team of talented designers and engineers build web, internal, iOS, and Android web apps that bring our clients' ideas to life...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Vista, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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  • Applifting

    Innovative Technology. Passionate People.

    Innovative Technology. Passionate People.

    Applifting is an international software company of over 200 self-managed professionals that specializes in FinTech and MedTech innovation. Our teal principles prioritize freedom, transparency, and ethics, driving our commitment to your success. We offer end-to-end software solutions, technical innovation...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
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