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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.
We develop lean, impactful software for forward-bound businesses.
We are a full-cycle software development company specializing in digital solutions that elevate how our clients do business. A team that cares exceeds expectations, so we build relationships, not just software. Our people-first approach ensures you get the ultimate guidance, empathy, and support... View Thespian's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Blockchain
- UI/UX Design
- IoT
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- Location
- Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Digital Transformation, Globally Delivered
Headquartered in Serbia with a development office in Singapore and a representative office in Israel, Appomart Technologies is a global leader in providing cutting-edge solutions in cloud systems, fourth industrial revolution projects, and bespoke mobile and web applications. We bridge international markets... View Appomart's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- Market Research
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
" Your Business Center Point"
Centrelocus, serves clients across 18+ countries with a focus on delivering cutting-edge solutions in Web, Mobile apps, Games, Blockchain and AI. Also an official vendor partner of Morgan State University, USA, Centrelocus boast of having on average 100,000 hours of coding experience for each tech... View Centre Locus's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Experts in PIM and e-commerce
We are Top B2B company in Poland, delivering business solutions and creating better digital experience for our clients worldwide. Our dedicated crew consists of almost 40 brilliant people who are experienced experts in various fields. Using Agile and Scrum methodology we specialize in:- Magento e-commerce... View Macopedia Sp. Z O.o.'s portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- ERP Consulting
- Web Development
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- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Digital Partner For Your Business Ideas
Webzian is an IT company helping diverse business industry verticals by offering a suite of Web & Mobile application development and Digital Marketing Services... View Webzian Digital Services's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Building products that matter.
Eastern Peak is a custom web, mobile and IoT development company with roots in Israel and its own R&D office in Ukraine... View Eastern Peak's portfolio
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Location
- Herzliya, Israel
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Resolving complexity with simplicity
Urani Solutions ( abbr : Urani ) is an enterprise providing software development services, solutions and IT applications which headquarter based in Da Nang, Viet Nam. With more than 10 years of experience, we commit to provide our customers with quick solutions to the most complex problems... View Urani Solutions's portfolio
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Location
- Da Nang, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We Are a Software Development Company, Through and Through
MorelandConnect takes pride in its consulting services across various sectors as a full-stack development business. Nothing is beyond the scope of possibility with our brilliant team of developers. We understand our clients' demands and can supply and lead them to the finest solution available... View MorelandConnect's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Twinsburg, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Empowering innovation. Delivering excellence.
A technology and digital solutions provider focusing on bespoke software development, implementation, quality assurance, consultancy and audit... View Uapp Group's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Vakoms is a one-stop software development company, based in Ukraine (Lviv and Ivano-Frankivsk), delivering end-to-end IT solutions and services to clients from around the globe since 2010. Vakoms has a portfolio of 250+ of successfully completed projects and over 100 in-house specialists.ServicesWe offer a... View Vakoms's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Web Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Building unicorns
We take ideas and turn them into software products users love. Whether it's building the next unicorn or reimagining your existing application. We solve real-life challenges through design thinking and game-changing software. Since 2010... View UPDIVISION's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
AI & Product Engineering Agency
Twistag is an AI and product engineering agency based in Lisbon, Portugal. Founded in 2016, we help companies move faster than their market building AI agents, data platforms, and cloud-native products that create real competitive advantage... View all reviews
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Custom tech designed to drive your business forward
Odezzi builds custom automation, AI, and software systems that turn messy processes into reliable workflows. Drawing on experience in data-heavy, regulated industries, we use modern cloud platforms to deliver maintainable tech stacks built for long-term growth... View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Services
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Software development. Done right,First Time.
Softura is a leading IT Services company with 25+ years of experience in the US and in India, delivering solutions across many industries and verticals. Powered by 300+ professionals we Discover, Define, Develop, and Deliver high-quality custom software solutions both On-Shore and Off-Shore... View Softura's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Farmington Hills, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
AI-Powered Innovation, Delivered
Debut Infotech is a leader in advanced technological solutions, specializing in AI, Blockchain, Smart Contracts, IoT, and mobile and web development... View Debut Infotech's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Springfield, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Top Website Design and Development Company
Ezulix is a custom software development company specialising in bespoke software designs tailored to specific business requirements. Ezulix specialises in on-demand solutions in the following fields:... View all reviews
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Turning Concepts Into Connected Devices
At Elecmore, we provide a complete suite of electronics engineering solutions designed to take your ideas from concept to reality. With expertise in PCB design & layout, IoT development, 3D mechanical design, and custom application development, we are your one-stop partner for innovation in the electronics... View all reviews
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Software Development
- Location
- Dunstall Hill, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Custom Software Development Company
We are a custom software development company that believes in thinking outside the box and making things happen. We create disruptive software at affordable prices, and our employees are experienced and experts in this business... View Skywinds Solutions's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Business Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Top Mobile App Development Company in USA, UK, Canada & UAE
300+ Successful Projects, Serving 200+ clients across 40+ countries... View Square Infosoft's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- IoT
- Software Development
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Crafting Digital Excellence, Your Boutique Advantage.
VAIRIX: Uruguay-based boutique for web and mobile app development. Agile, responsive experts aiding US startups and businesses. Convenient timezone, competitive rates, proven success... View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Award Winning Software Development Company
Incorporated in 2013, axiusSoftware is an Award Winning, ISO 9001 & ISO 27001 certified Software Development & Digital Consulting company, with registered offices in India, USA, Singapore and China... View AxiusSoftware's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Reliable team aligned to deliver solutions
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... View Dashbouquet Development's portfolio
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
Asia's One-Stop Destination for Tech Excellence
Asia's One-Stop Destination for Tech Excellence... View TechHub's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Expand your company's scope with web development, business consulting, and software testing from Giraffe Software. The Ukrainian-based software development company specializes in JavaScript, React.js, Vue.js, Angular.js, PHP, Laravel, and other platforms. Giraffe Software also offers consulting... View Giraffe Software's portfolio
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Location
- Dnipro, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Software development & consulting based on latest technologies
MGOIT has a proven track record of delivering innovative and successful software projects, with many of their projects being recognized for innovation by Samsung,CEC BANK... View MGOIT's portfolio
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Hire Top Web & App Experts
NBT works in Website Designing, Website Development, Android Application Development , IOS Application Development , React Native Development , Angular JS , Node JS , Mobile Application, Hybrid Development , Phonegap Development , Ionic Development etc NBT was established in 2009 and having experience in... View Next Big Technology's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
Your technology partner for software innovation
SharpQuest is a custom software development firm serving technology companies and enterprise clients across a wide range of industries. We create software to tackle business problems that are mission-critical, and our team sees every project through to a successful outcome for our clients... View SharpQuest's portfolio
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Troy, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We launch award-winning web and mobile apps.
JetRockets has established a reputation of excellence among a range of highly respected clients, having consistently delivered outstanding services... View JetRockets's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
World Class Designers & Developers
We create innovative JavaScript products for US companies and startups... View MasterBorn Software's portfolio
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Custom Software Development
NIX is a global software engineering company with over 3,000 professionals, delivering solutions that help everyone from SMBs to large enterprises scale, streamline operations, and achieve measurable results... View NIX's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Built-To-Perform, Immersive Websites
YouDigiLab is a Web Design Company, where digital innovation meets stunning design. We specialize in crafting customized, responsive websites that captivate and convert... View YourDigiLab's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Custom Software and Mobile App Development Company.
Boxinall is at the forefront of creating disruptive products through innovative ideas, leveraging digital-first solutions. As a market leader, we specialize in developing digital goods, including mobile apps and AI-powered software, enabling organizations to achieve unparalleled competitive advantages and... View Boxinall's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Empower the Data
Data Engineering and Web Product Development... View all reviews
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Expand Your Brand Through The Digital Space.
We build tools that help you design and deploy websites, applications, software, machine learning systems, and online marketing campaigns.We love working on projects with businesses, franchises, religious organizations and non-profits... View Upcode's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
simplify. optimize. falcanize.
The software factory for the small businesses! We are a technology company that help small businesses to stand out from their competition. We create well-designed, customized and high-performant software solutions. Let us #falcanize some things for you!... View Falcani's portfolio
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Your One-Stop-Shop to Everything Salesforce
SkyPlanner is a Salesforce Consulting & AppExchange Partner based in Miami, FL. We specialize in helping businesses get the most out of their Salesforce experience, whether that means scaling globally, optimizing operations, implementing a new solution, training employees or getting organized... View SkyPlanner's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Full-cycle Flutter app development agency
Krootl is a Flutter development agency building scalable mobile and web apps. We help startups and enterprises launch MVPs, modernize legacy systems, and grow products with cross-platform solutions and a strong product focus... View Krootl's portfolio
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Your game, your vision our expertise.
We produce one-of-a-kind and inventive games that are suited to your exact requirements. We have an experienced and creative design team that is enthusiastic about designing engaging and thrilling games that will keep your players amused for hours. Clients may take use of our services like as game creation... View OnTheBlockGaming's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Frome, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
TECHVIFY: End-to-end AI-Powered Digital Transformation Partner
TECHVIFYEnd-to-end AI-Powered Digital Transformation Partner... View TECHVIFY's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- AI Development
- IoT
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Web & Mobile app development made easy
Talosmart is a top-notch Information Technology brand in Nigeria that specializes in providing Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with customized and user-friendly web, desktop... View Talosmart's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 28 Projects Listed
Building Intelligent Healthcare Solutions for a Better Tomorrow
Dash Technologies is a strategic technology partner for MedTech innovators, Digital Health platforms, Life Sciences enterprises, and the broader healthcare ecosystem including providers, patients, payers, pharmaceutical companies, and medical device manufacturers... View Dash Technologies's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
An Enterprise AI Development Company
Azilen Technologies is a prominent enterprise AI development company that takes pride in delivering exceptional AI, Data, and HRTech solutions to organizations seeking digital transformation... View Azilen Technologies's portfolio
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- IoT
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
- Digital Transformation, AWS, Application Modernization, .NET, Security Testing, Mobile App, Website
Digital Transformation, AWS, Application Modernization, .NET, Security Testing, Mobile App, Website
Bhavitha Tech helps organizations in the digital transformation journey to reduce software costs, eliminate inefficiencies, and boost productivity by modernizing IT applications such as re-architecting, upgrading, migrating underlying technology, and migrating to the cloud.Currently we are expanding... View Bhavitha TechSolutions's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We build dedicated teams and thriving products
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... View Kultprosvet's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Staff Augmentation
- UI/UX Design
- Show more
- Location
- Dnipro, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Experience Bitscape's Tech Excellence: Your Boutique OpenText ECM Partner
Bitscape: Your boutique OpenText ECM partner, crafting software solutions with Microsoft excellence. With our agile solutions, premium support, compliance standards, and 1,500+ successful projects, we are trusted by 500+ high-profile companies across industries... View AtQor's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Santa Fe Springs, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
A product-focused, machine-learning, data science, e-commerce, and software team.
A product-focused, machine-learning, data science, e-commerce, and software team... View Mercury Labs's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Your Global Partner for Digital Transformation
Comrax Group is a worldwide development company offering internet solutions, offshore development services, and API solutions. We are dedicated to delivering top-notch services that go beyond client expectations. Our expertise encompasses creating attractive websites, user-friendly web portals, and tailored... View Comrax's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
The best partner in the Embedded Industry
Droid Technologies is a top Embedded Systems Development Company providing full Hardware Design and Firmware Services. We deliver Custom PCB Design, Embedded GUI (LVGL/TouchGFX), and IoT Companion Apps. ISO 13485 compliant, we are trusted by MedTech, Industrial & Robotics clients globally... View Droid Technologies LLC's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Product Design
- IoT
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $39/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Creating world-class mobile products.
FiveDotTwelve is a modern software development company especially focused on mobile app development. Were a team of technology lovers who strive to build the best fit-for-purpose products on the market. For us, close cooperation with clients and an individual approach to every project, are the most important... View FiveDotTwelve's portfolio | View all reviews
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Show more
- Location
- Lodz, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Your Vision. Our Innovation.
Seedinov is a leading AI software development company specializing in custom artificial intelligence solutions, machine learning applications, and intelligent automation systems. We help businesses transform operations through cutting-edge AI technology, from natural language processing to computer vision and... View Seedinov's portfolio
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Barking, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
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- .Net
- Agile Consulting
- AgTech
- ASP.NET
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- Banking
- Biotech
- C#
- Cloud Application Development
- CRM Development
- Cryptocurrency
- Data Mining
- DeFi
- Eastern Europe
- Educational
- Enterprise
- Fintech
- Flutter Development
- Foodtech
- for Small Business
- Gaming
- Golang
- Google App Engine
- Government
- Healthcare
- Hospitality
- HR Tech Solution
- Java
- JavaScript Development
- Laravel
- Legal
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- Manufacturing
- MVP Development
- Nearshore
- Node.js
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- Outsourcing
- Performance Testing
- PHP
- Python Django
- Real Estate
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- SaaS Development
- Salesforce Consulting
- Smart Contracts
- Software Consulting
- Software Maintenance
- Startups
- Unity
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring a Custom Software Development Company
Why should I hire a software development company?
Hiring a custom software company is a strategic way to reduce cost, accelerate delivery, and access scarce technical talent.
Organizations invest in custom software to address specific business needs that generic platforms cannot address.
Through tailored software solutions, companies improve operational efficiency, accelerate product development, and unlock innovative solutions that create competitive advantage.
Cost efficiency is a primary driver, as studies show that companies can reduce development labor costs by 72% by outsourcing, compared to fully in-house teams, mainly by avoiding recruiting, benefits, infrastructure, and idle capacity costs.
As a result, 59% of companies outsource software development primarily to control or reduce costs.
Speed is another major advantage of hiring a custom software development company, as outsourced and agency-led teams can deliver a custom software solution 25%-50% faster due to established processes, reusable components, and experienced project management practices.
This is especially valuable for product development initiatives with aggressive timelines.
Furthermore, this matters when the average time to hire a senior software engineering professional exceeds 40 days, and often even longer for specialized skills such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, or security.
Access to talent is critical in a tight labor market.
According to statistics, the global developer population exceeds 28 million engineers, yet skill shortages persist.
70% of companies say outsourcing improves access to specialized or innovative talent, including artificial intelligence (AI), cloud, and cybersecurity expertise.
Finally, the best software development company can provide scalability and risk reduction. You can scale teams up or down without long-term headcount commitments, while benefiting from their technical expertise, proven QA, security, and delivery frameworks.
How do I verify an agency's technical stability?
Focus on measurable proof of delivery, people, and process, not marketing claims.
Start with the delivery track record
Ask how long the agency has been providing custom software development services, including web development, mobile app development, and broader app development initiatives, and request multi-year client references.
Software companies that have been in business for 5+ years and have repeat clients are statistically more stable.
Studies show that 65-70% of long-term outsourcing relationships that are over 3 years long persist because vendors consistently meet delivery and quality expectations.
Examine team stability and turnover
According to various reports, healthy software firms maintain annual developer attrition below 15-20%; higher churn increases project risk, knowledge loss, and defects.
By contrast, the global tech average turnover often exceeds 25% in unstable or low-cost shops.
Review engineering practices and metrics
Ask about deployment frequency, defect rates, and test coverage. High-performing teams deploy weekly or more frequently and use automated testing, which reduces production defects by 40-60%.
Confirm the use of code reviews, CI/CD, and version control, as these are baseline practices used by over 80% of mature development teams practicing agile development.
Validate security and compliance maturity. Top software development companies that handle serious products follow standards like ISO 27001 or SOC 2.
Organizations using formal security frameworks experience approximately 50% fewer security incidents.
What should I look for in a software company?
When evaluating a software development agency, focus on evidence of delivery, talent quality, and operational maturity, supported by measurable indicators.
- Proven track record matters most
Look for firms with 5+ years in operation, relevant case studies in custom software, web development, or mobile app projects, and repeat clients. According to Deloitte, 65-70% of successful long-term outsourcing relationships persist because vendors consistently deliver on quality and timelines. - Assess technical talent and stability
Ask about team composition and turnover. Healthy agencies maintain annual developer attrition below 15-20%, protecting the long-term quality of product development. Higher churn increases delivery risk and defect rates. - Evaluate engineering practices
High-performing teams use CI/CD, automated testing, and code reviews. Google's DORA research shows teams that deploy weekly or more frequently and use strong automation face 40-60% fewer production defects and significantly faster recovery from failures. - Review security and compliance
If your product handles sensitive data, the company should follow standards such as ISO 27001 or SOC 2. IBM reports organizations with mature security frameworks suffer nearly 50% fewer security incidents and lower breach costs. - Confirm communication and transparency
Clear reporting, documented processes, and realistic estimates matter, as over 45% of failed software projects fail due to poor communication and unclear requirements.
What are the hidden costs of software development?
The actual cost of software development extends far beyond the initial project estimate, and these hidden costs are well-documented across the industry.
McKinsey research from 2023 shows that IT projects exceed budgets by an average of 45% and schedules by 7 months.
Scope creep is the most common driver
Research from the Project Management Institute shows that 52-70% of software projects experience scope changes, increasing total cost by 20-40% on average when requirements are not clearly defined upfront.
Rework and defect fixes are another major cost multiplier
According to the IBM Systems Sciences Institute, fixing a defect after release costs 4-5× more than fixing it during development, and up to 100× more than addressing it at the requirements stage.
Studies show that rework can consume 30-50% of total development effort if quality controls are weak.
Maintenance and operations are often underestimated
Multiple industry analyses show that 50-80% of total software lifecycle costs is spent after launch on maintenance, enhancements, and support, especially for systems using cloud computing, integrations, or the latest technology stacks.
Security and compliance failures are especially costly
IBM's Cost of a Data Breach Report found that the global average breach now costs nearly $4.4-4.5 million, excluding reputational damage and lost customers.
Team turnover adds a hidden expense
According to various agencies, replacing a developer typically costs 50-75% of their annual salary due to recruitment, onboarding, and lost productivity
What questions should I ask companies before hiring one?
Before hiring a software development firm, ask potential candidates the following questions:
Relevant Background
- How long have you delivered custom software development, mobile app development, or web development projects, and what percentage of your clients are repeat customers?
- Can you share case studies similar in size, industry, or complexity to my business needs?
- What is your average developer and project manager tenure (turnover rate)?
- What certifications, security standards, or compliance frameworks do you follow (e.g., ISO, SOC 2)?
Services and Processes
- What is your standard development methodology (Agile, Scrum, hybrid), and how often do you deliver increments?
- How do you handle quality assurance across app development and backend systems? What percentage of testing is automated vs. manual?
- What tools do you use for project tracking, code management, and CI/CD?
- How do you manage scope changes and control cost overruns?
Related to Your Project
- What team roles will be assigned to my product development project, and will they be dedicated or shared?
- What risks do you foresee in my project, and how would you mitigate them?
- Who owns the IP and source code, and when does ownership transfer?
- What does post-launch support look like, and what are the ongoing costs?
Why Companies Trust DesignRush
Rated 4.8 on Google and 4.7 on Trustpilot, DesignRush Agency Directory is a reliable resource for finding software development companies. We owe this to our executive selection team, which follows a strict screening process when featuring agencies on the platform, assessing key performance indicators, like portfolio, client reviews, and industry reputation.

Sources
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
- 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.
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
Software Development Companies FAQs
What are the services of custom software development firms?
These firms typically provide services that support the entire software development lifecycle, including:
- Custom software development: Producing digital solutions tailored to your business needs, processes, and IT infrastructure. Examples of these include CRM, ERP systems, and inventory management apps.
- Web application and website development: Building digital experiences that run on website browsers, such as eCommerce and customer portals, ensuring seamless user experiences.
- Mobile app development: Developing native or cross-platform apps for iOS and Android to reach customers on mobile devices.
- Cloud services and infrastructure: Creating and managing the infrastructure of apps running on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Quality Assurance (QA) and testing: Running manual and automated testing to ensure that the software performs according to industry standards in terms of security, usability, and reliability before release.
- Emerging tech implementation: Implementing AI/ML, blockchain, IoT, analytics tools, and automation modules. Nearly 84% of developers are now using or plan to use AI tools in workflows.
- DevOps and automation: CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and process automation to accelerate delivery and reduce downtime.
- Systems integration: Connecting different software through custom APIs, third-party tools, and other solutions, so it efficiently functions as a unified system.
- IT and software consulting: Guiding businesses on selecting new solutions or optimizing current systems through strategic planning, technology evaluation, road mapping, and requirements analysis.
- Software prototyping and MVPs: Developing the early minimal-feature versions of software to validate ideas before a full build.
- Maintenance and support: Bug fixes, version updates, performance monitoring, and long-term support.
How much does a software development company charge for its services?
The cost of software development services depends on the tech stack, core functions and features, compliance and integration requirements, project complexity, and engagement model.
Developers in North America will charge more than those in Europe or Asia, so you should budget for $120-$200/hr for American developers and $25-$150/hr for a software developer from Asia or Europe.
Custom software development cost estimates based on project complexity:
| Project type | Cost |
| Simple App / MVP (minimal features) | $50,000-$150,000 |
| Medium Complexity (CRM, marketplace sites) | $150,000-$500,000 |
| Large Enterprise Software | $500,000-$2,000,000+ |
| Examples (ERP/Complex Platforms) | $200,000 and up |
How do I determine if a global company is the right size for my project?
To determine if a global software development agency is the right size for your project, match project complexity and scale to company capacity.
Choose a large/global agency with 1000+ staff, if your project:
- Is complex or enterprise-grade, includes multiple software solutions, integrations, and compliance
- Requires multiple roles in parallel (project management, UX/UI design, backend, quality assurance (QA), DevOps)
- Needs 24/7 support, multi-time-zone delivery, or long-term maintenance
Large software development companies reduce delivery risk for complex programs but typically charge higher rates and use more structured processes.
Choose a small or mid-size agency with 10-200 staff if your project:
- Is an MVP or mid-scale build
- Requires speed, flexibility, and direct access to senior talent
- Has a tighter budget and well-defined scope
Who owns the Intellectual Property (IP) and source code at the end of the project?
In most software development projects, the client owns the Intellectual Property (IP) and source code upon completion of the engagement, unless the contract explicitly states otherwise. Standard practice dictates that the ownership of the source code, documentation, design elements, and custom deliverables belongs to the client upon full payment. Contracts typically use "work made for hire" or an IP assignment clause to formalize this.
Third-party or open-source components, however, are not owned by the client. Instead, they are used under their respective licenses. Some agencies retain ownership of pre-existing frameworks or reusable tools and grant the client a license to use them. You should also know that IP ownership is not automatic. To avoid disputes, ensure the contract clearly states full IP and source-code ownership transfers to you upon payment, with no usage limitations.
What tools and frameworks do software developers use?
They use various tools and frameworks, depending on the type of digital product they’re building. But the most common include:
- Full-stack JavaScript: MERN, MEAN, Jamstack (ex, Next.js)
- Backend: Java-Spring, Python, Django, Ruby on Rails, LAMP
- UI and Cross-Platform Development: React, Angular, Vue, Qt
- Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Kotlin
- AI and Data-Driven Development: Python, Hugging Face, LangChain, Apache Spark, Kafka, Kubeflow, Lite, ONNX, Replit
- QA and Testing: Selenium, Cypress, Jenkins, GitLab, JMeter, OWASP ZAP, Testim, Mabl
About The Author and Expert Reviewer
Selina Garcia has authored 500+ articles and edited 50+ published books in economics, law, and history. Her unique blend of experiences allows her to approach content creation from a well-rounded perspective. Currently, Selina applies her expertise to producing insightful articles on IT, software, and applications for DesignRush.
Sergio is a technology leader with over six years of experience managing global teams and delivering projects across fintech, sportstech, and B2B platforms. At DesignRush, he drove product growth and development execution, building tools that speed up processes by 95% and cut costs by 35% while maintaining full uptime.
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