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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...
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- 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
Prodzyn blends creativity, usability, and no-code development to help businesses design, launch, and scale with clarity...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Leobit builds web apps in Angular, React, and Vue.js, often paired with .NET backends from its 100+ project track record since 2014. A Microsoft Solutions Partner with 170+ engineers, it suits enterprises wanting web development bundled into a broader custom software practice...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
Elite Design Hub is a creative digital agency that provides businesses with the tools to excel in the digital landscape. We empower brands to interact with their digital audience by delivering best-in-class design, development, and marketing services...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
#1 Fast-Growing Product Development Company in the World...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Techtics.ai, your premier destination for cutting-edge AI solutions. With expertise in computer vision, image processing, natural language processing, generative AI, data analytics, and pattern recognition, we specialize in delivering tailored solutions to drive your business forward...
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- AI Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
FiveUp is a web design and digital marketing agency that offers Web design solutions and help businesses in their growth. We offer our services all across US to both large & small businesses. We combine creativity, technology and strategic thinking to deliver results that are truly outstanding...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
K2 Rankings Tech is a premier B2B digital marketing and web design agency based in the USA. We act as your brands ultimate power boost, turning complex digital challenges into measurable success. Specializing in advanced SEO, high-converting PPC campaigns, tailored WordPress/Shopify web design, and...
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- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Linkitsoft develops custom websites on React, Next.js, and WordPress. For COLBR, a fintech platform, it built secure client and advisor portals. With 300+ projects and 10 years in business, the agency suits SaaS and fintech brands wanting affordable, custom builds...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- IoT
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
TekRevol is a website development company in Austin that builds custom websites and web apps in React, Angular, and Node.js, covering frontend, backend, and full-stack development. For Oz Leasing, a rebuilt platform drove 4x growth in user conversions and 3x more daily traffic. It suits mid-market brands...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 46 Projects Listed
Brand Surge LLC is a full stack digital marketing agency. We help small to medium businesses to grow and scale to the next level. We take these small businesses to grow organically and get them leads through paid advertising...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ungrammary
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Ungrammary designs UX/UI and frontend web interfaces, turning mockups into responsive screens rather than full back-end builds. Adobe and Kotak Mahindra Bank are clients, and its work holds International Design Award recognition. It suits brands wanting design-led screens paired with a developer...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 21 Projects Listed
Incline Solution is a results-driven digital agency specializing in e-commerce store design, development, and optimization. We help businesses build scalable, high-converting online stores with cutting-edge technology, seamless user experiences, and data-driven strategies. Your growth is our mission...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
From AI-driven apps to seamless automation strategies, we empower businesses to thrive in the modern digital age...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Woaom Web Design, we specialize in building powerful, custom websites and bespoke digital platforms for elite women-owned consulting, professional services, and e-commerce businesses. We go beyond standard websites to create custom-coded applications that your clients will love and that you can fully brand...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
FMEModules is a team of passionate PrestaShop developers and designers committed to deliver innovative e-commerce solutions. At FMEModules, development is more than a business, its our passion...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
AK Consultant LLC is a US-registered AI automation and enterprise software consultancy led by Founder & CEO Kashif Mustafa. We help businesses worldwide streamline operations, modernize legacy systems, and adopt practical AI from custom software and ERP/CRM integrations to workflow automation and AI-driven...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Inventive Group is a collection of companies with a mission to "Change people's lives with technology". We offer enterprise-scale software and product development services that allow organizations to innovate quickly and modernize their brand...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $34/hr
Your Startups Engineering Team On Demand. 2BTech builds MVPs, AI tools, & mobile-ready platformsfast.Trusted by 200+ companies across 5 continents. From Laravel to LangChain, Flutter to React Native, we engineer it all...
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- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $33/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
UrApp Tech builds custom websites, covering eCommerce development, web application development, progressive web apps, and CMS platforms like WordPress and Drupal. It suits small businesses wanting a straightforward, affordable web build...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Wearables
- IoT
- AI Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ZAPTA Technologies crafts web apps in React, Next.js, and Node.js, with a healthcare case study covering a real-time facility safety-incident platform. As ISO 9001:2015 certified agency with 250+ projects delivered, it suits startups and SMEs wanting a dedicated web team...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
At CodeSol Technologies, we are top rated digital transformation & software development company based in Austin helping local SMEs scale with confidence. As a certified local expert, we partner with business owners generating $500K$1M+ annually to modernize operations, eliminate inefficiencies, and drive...
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- Digital Services
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We execute software projects in true partnership spirit to exceed customer’s expectations by continually improving the processes and acquiring new skills...
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- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Lazzo is a web design agency specializing in Webflow design, SEO, and Branding. Our experience in software development allows us to develop powerful pixel-perfect web solutions and web positioning strategies to grow sales in your business without paying up to +20k USD...
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- Web Development
- Branding
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
An AI-driven digital marketing agency combining SEO, web development, and marketing with automation, predictive analytics, data visualization, and personalization...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Based in Texas, United States Of Amreica, PyroBytes is an international firm at its core. We have successfully completed more than 150 projects thanks to our dedicated team of expert software developers, web designers, and online marketers...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Devziv is a Webflow agency that helps teams turn their website into a growth asset. We design and build high-converting Webflow websites for SaaS, B2B, fintech, healthcare, startups, crypto/Web3, studios, and service businesses...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
IR Solutions is a global IT services and software development company founded in 2019 with headquarters in Austin, Texas. Specialize in custom software development, mobile and web apps, blockchain, AI/ML, IoT, DevOps, and staff augmentation, helping businesses scale with innovative, future-ready digital...
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- Web Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nexal IT Services helps businesses grow with smart, reliable, and well-planned digital solutions. From web design and web development to AI development, branding, eCommerce, and digital marketing, we provide complete support under one roof. Our focus is on building digital experiences that not only look...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Artxpro Global is the best digital marketing agency in Texas, offering SEO, AI-powered marketing, PPC, social media marketing, web development, branding, and e-commerce solutions. We create data-driven strategies to boost online visibility, generate leads, and grow businesses...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- AEO
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Flat-price app development — free design in 24 hours. Apps from $1,997, live in 2–6 weeks, and you own 100% of the code...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
iSEO Agency is a US-focused SEO and digital marketing agency helping businesses improve their visibility across Google Search, Google Maps, and AI-powered search platforms. We create customized SEO strategies for contractors, home service businesses, franchises, professional service companies, and eCommerce...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AppliconSoft is an AI engineering and software development company building custom software, mobile apps, SaaS platforms, AI agents, and automation solutions for businesses worldwide...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Doors Studio LLC is an Austin-based digital agency helping businesses build stronger brands and grow online. We bring together creative thinking, smart strategy, and digital expertise to deliver web development, digital marketing, brand communication, content marketing, and video production. Our approach...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Branding
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Code&Care is a business-oriented full-stack software development company. We are at the forefront of technological advances and innovations, working with top-notch platforms and frameworks...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $29/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
As seasoned Amazon advertising and design experts, we have successfully collaborated with over 500 brands on more than 2000 projects. Now, with a dedicated social media and web development team, we are poised to elevate your brands presence beyond Amazon, ensuring growth and visibility across multiple digital...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Package Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $29/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Empeek is a healthcare technology engineering partner for connected MedTech and software-led digital health companies...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- BPO
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $28/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Optimal IT Solutions delivers custom websites covering front-end development, back-end development, platform migration, and CMS solutions. With 10+ years in the field and 80+ custom websites delivered, the Austin web development company suits businesses wanting a strategic partner rather than just a coder...
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- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Culyte builds full-stack web apps in React, Angular, Vue, and Node.js, covering CMS development, legacy system migrations, and API integrations. It suits startups and enterprises wanting a team-extension model, with offices spanning Pakistan, Canada, and Texas...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
iLeaf Solutions builds web apps using SvelteKit, Directus, and Elixir, alongside custom app and ERP development for enterprise clients. With 15 years in business, it suits companies wanting an offshore team for both website builds and broader software integration work...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
Phenologix helps startups, SMBs, and enterprises build scalable software, automate operations, and accelerate digital transformation. With a skilled engineering team and over 14 years of experience, we deliver AI, automation, and custom software solutions that improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Our...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Mad Outsourcing is a white-label agency built exclusively for web design and digital marketing agencies in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada. We handle WordPress design, development, WooCommerce builds, site maintenance, speed optimization, social media management, and SEO all delivered under your brand, not...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Software Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Quokka Labs engineers custom websites in React, Vue.js, and Node.js, covering eCommerce, CMS/SaaS, and ERP development. Its work includes a subsidy platform for India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. With ISO 27001 certification, it suits enterprises wanting secure, scalable builds...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 37 Projects Listed
Digicorp is software consultancy that provides end to end software development and digital product management solution for web and mobile platform. Our services are Web & Mobile App Development, UI/UX Designing and Hire Dedicated Developers...
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- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Leading Digital Transformation Company offering Cloud, Data Analytics & Software Development Solutions for clientele...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
The Gray Bear is an award-winning design and development agency based in the US. We are leaders in developing digital technologies like websites, mobile apps, software, and other trending technologies. Our expertise with the latest technologies enables us to deliver top-notch business solutions...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Xpress Ranking, a pioneering digital marketing and web design agency, was established in the business to meet your firm's digital marketing demands. Future-focused digital marketers, innovative designers, brand strategists, visualizers, and developers make up the team. Our team combines innovative business...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Arccus is a custom software & AI development company delivering scalable web, mobile, and intelligent automation solutions. We transform bold ideas into high-performance digital products that empower global businesses to scale...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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7 FAQs About Austin Web Development Companies
How much do Austin web development companies charge for their services?
Austin web development companies charge $100 to $200 per hour, and a typical business website project runs from $8,000 to $25,000. Statewide, Austin is the priciest market in Texas for web development.
Overall, pricing varies based on what you're building:
| Project type | Average cost |
| Basic business website | $8,000 to $15,000 |
| Advanced business site | $15,000 to $25,000 |
| Custom web app | $40,000 to $120,000+ |
Lower-cost builds typically include a template design, standard CMS setup, and a handful of pages. Higher costs usually come from:
- Custom UI/UX design instead of templates
- Backend development
- Third-party integrations (CRM, payments, scheduling systems)
- Content migration from legacy websites
What is included in a typical Austin web development service package?
A standard web development package covers discovery, design, development, and testing, usually with a defined support period after launch.
Here is what most web development services in Austin include:
- Discovery: Goals, target audience, competitor review, and technical requirements.
- Design: Wireframes, visual design, and revisions based on feedback.
- Development: Front-end build, CMS setup, and any integrations with CRMs, booking, or payment systems.
- Content: Placement and formatting of copy and images, though writing itself is often billed separately.
- Testing: Cross-browser checks, mobile responsiveness, and load-speed review before launch.
- Post-launch support: A fixed window of bug fixes, typically 30 to 90 days, before maintenance shifts to a separate contract.
What do web development companies in Austin charge that most clients don't expect?
SEO and content creation are the two most underestimated costs in web development. A technically solid site that isn't optimized for search or populated with quality topical content will struggle to generate traffic no matter how well it performs.
Other common add-ons include:
- Domain renewal: $10 to $15 per year
- Hosting: $5 to $50 per month for shared hosting, up to $500 per month for dedicated hosting
- Maintenance: $50 to $150 per month for basic plans, $100 to $500 per month for e-commerce sites
- Third-party licenses: Premium themes, plugins, or stock assets billed per item
- Revisions: Most contracts cap free revisions before extra charges apply
How do I know whether I need a redesign or a completely new website?
You likely need a rebuild instead of a redesign when the underlying system limits performance or functionality, even if the design still looks acceptable.
A redesign is usually enough when the structure is solid, but the visual design or user experience needs improvement.
You need a new website if:
- Your CMS cannot support required functionality
- The codebase is outdated or difficult to maintain
- Performance issues persist after optimization
- Integrations are breaking or difficult to implement
- Security updates are no longer reliable
A redesign is usually enough if:
- The backend system is stable
- Only UI/UX improvements are needed
- Content structure is already well organized
- No major functionality changes are required
What are the biggest red flags when evaluating Austin web developers?
The biggest red flags when evaluating Austin web developers are unclear technical processes and lack of ownership transparency.
Keep an eye out for these other warning signs:
- No staging environment before launch
- No version control system (Git) mentioned
- No clear QA or testing process
- Unclear ownership of source code or CMS access
- No discussion of performance standards (Core Web Vitals)
- Vague handling of integrations (“TBD” in proposals)
- No defined post-launch support or maintenance plan
Will I be able to manage the website myself after launch?
You will be able to manage the website yourself after launch if the CMS is configured properly and the agency provides training and documentation.
Most Austin web development companies design websites to be easily maintained by non-technical teams without developer help.
This usually includes:
- CMS access with role-based permissions
- Page templates that prevent layout issues
- Training sessions for internal teams
- Documentation for content updates
- Simple editing tools for text, images, and pages
Important note: technical updates, integrations, or system changes will still require developer support.
Can web development projects go over budget, even after I’ve approved the proposal?
Yes, web development projects can go over budget even after approval when the original scope does not fully account for technical complexity or changes during the build process.
This is common, especially on custom builds.
Typical reasons for budget increases are:
- New features added
- Underestimated integration complexity
- Additional design revisions
- Content migration taking longer than expected
- Stakeholder feedback extending development
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