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Second Crew is a San Jose studio that designs and builds immersive websites, web apps and ecommerce stores on Framer, Webflow, WordPress, Shopify and more, then improves them with conversion and marketing analytics...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Epic Web Studios is an exceptional team of web design and development experts located in Pennsylvania. We specialize in providing custom solutions crafted from the ground up; these systems are tailored to each organization's needs, ensuring that every problem receives its own unique solution. Instead of just...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Erie, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
In our approach to crafting digital products, Nyoka view it as more than just the synthesis of intelligent code and creative design. It is a genuine partnership, bridging ideation and innovation. Our collaboration is founded on principles of transparency, effective communication, professional project...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
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- Location
- Holly Springs, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Sleepless Media is driven by a deep passion for meticulously creating comprehensive brand experiences that revolve around bespoke and adaptable Shopify websites...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Soquel, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
Orbix Studio
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Orbix Studio is a global UX/UI and branding agency helping startups, SaaS, and AI companies design scalable, intuitive, and conversion-driven digital experiences. Our expert team crafts user interfaces, mobile apps, dashboards, and product branding that empower growth and usability...
Top Services:
- Design Services
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 46 Projects Listed
Leobit is a full-cycle .NET, AI, and web application development provider for technology companies and startups primarily located in the US, EU, and the UK.Tech focus: .NET, Angular, iOS, Android, Ruby, React, PHP, and a range of technologies from Microsoft, Web, and Mobile Stacks...
Top Services:
- 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
Peppermint is a design and development studio forAI, DevTools and SaaS companies: brand, websites, product design, graphics and motion in one team...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Our mission is to help startups and enterprises build scalable digital products through mobile app development, custom software and AI solutions, combining strong engineering, intuitive experiences and transparent delivery to create long-term business value...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Wearables
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- Location
- New Castle, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $16/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Prismfly is an award-winning ecommerce optimization agency. We drive revenue growth for ecommerce brands through CRO, tailored development, standout design, and personalized lifecycle marketing...
Top Services:
- CRO
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
A digital creative agency focused on getting you results. Stop struggling with your digital marketing and your website and get the help you deserve...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
eMac Media is a South Florida-based digital marketing and SEO agency with 12+ years of experience helping brands dominate search and now, AI-generated answers. We specialize in Managed SEO, AEO/GEO AI Visibility, Link Building, Digital PR, Local SEO, Technical Audits, Web Design, and CRM Automation...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- CRO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Lauderhill, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Accomplish is a Boston full-service digital agency with a wide range of digital solutions to amplify your brand, including Web Design and Development, Content Creation, Website and Hosting Support, Branding, Marketing, and more.At Accomplish, collaboration and flexibility are the heart of every successful...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Package Design
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
PGM is a branding and marketing agency devoted to mission-driven organizations. We provide a range of services including: messaging, brand strategy, digital marketing, websites, social media, SEO, Google ads, copywriting, marketing automation, and more...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Appnector is a digital growth agency that provides technology and digital services to help businesses grow their online presence, increase revenue, engage customers, and automate business processes. Its services include digital marketing, sales automation, website development, and app development. The company...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Claymont, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 82 Projects Listed
TechBeta is a versatile agency providing web development and digital marketing services. We help businesses build and improve their online presence with a range of solutions for long-term growth...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Bartlett, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Geniusee is a U.S.-based AI and software engineering company with delivery hubs in Ukraine and Poland. We help businesses modernize legacy systems and scale faster through AI-powered, cloud-native solutions. Our team of 300+ experts has delivered 200+ projects for clients like Dell and Bloomberg. We...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Software Testing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
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...
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
Kretoss Technology is one of the best web and mobile application development companies in USA and India that provides its services across the globe. For more details, email us at service@kretoss.in or visit https://www.kretoss.com...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Pace Digital is a cutting-edge digital marketing agency offering innovative solutions for businesses. With expertise in SEO, social media marketing, web design, and more, we help clients optimize their online presence and drive targeted traffic. Our team of experts utilizers data-driven strategies to deliver...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Oakland, California
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At Streaming Nations Media, our mission is to empower service-driven organizations through precision-crafted digital solutions, built on integrity, fueled by passion, and driven by innovation. We are committed to delivering excellence, building trust, and equipping our partners with the forward-thinking tools...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- CRM Consulting
- Digital Services
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- Location
- North Bethesda, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Active Ingredients, we share a passion to help good brands become great, increasing our clients potential for positive impact through digital-forward marketing...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- San Rafael, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
EYE35DESIGN is a B2B creative solutions agency specializing in branding, website development, marketing & strategic graphic design...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
A stale design, clunky backend, and poor user experience are merely symptoms of the real problem––your website isn't meeting the dynamic needs of your sales and marketing initiatives...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Marlborough, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
SoftGlaze is a WordPress studio run by Azhar Ali, a WordPress Core Contributor. You work directly with the developer: no account managers, no outsourcing. 150+ projects, 60+ WordPress sites, 20+ WooCommerce stores, 8 plugins on WordPress.org...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
In need of a trusted eCommerce development partner who gets it right the first time? Partner with us - your eCommerce success story starts here...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
An Award-Winning, Community Focused Cannabis Marketing Agency...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Liquid Technologies automates enterprise operations using AI, custom software, and data engineering. We work with healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and regulated industries to replace manual workflows with intelligent automation...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Wakefly provides online marketing and technology services included Biotech, Search Engine Marketing, Web Design, Web Development, PPC, SEO, Display Advertisements, and Social Media...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Westborough, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
Newman Web Solutions is an Atlanta Web Design & Marketing Agency. We provide professional web design, SEO, and PPC marketing services for small & medium businesses located in the United States...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help companies leverage technology for business value. As part of our process, we help define the business case, deliver the solution, and then grow the business. Strategy, Design and Development. We deliver end to end...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- IoT
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Turn Your Wants into Our Wins - Invest in Our All-in-One Marketing Team from $2500/month and you will receive:...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Vofox Solutions, a leading Offshore Development Company with CMMI Level 3 Certification, is renowned for delivering reliable and world-class software development solutions. Our exceptional development team and utilization of cutting-edge technologies enable us to meet and surpass client expectations...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Cybersecurity
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- South Brunswick Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
In the SprigStack, We are providing large-scale business solutions including CRM, Inventory, E-commerce Store management, ERP software, Travel Portal and so on.!...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are an award-winning digital innovation studio based in Orlando, FL and in São Paulo that has been operating since 1999 crafting web, apps and games projects, based on research, innovation and application of different technologies, art and design...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
eCommerce Republic is a premier eCommerce transformation partner, delivering scalable commerce platforms and high-impact digital retail experiences. We specialize in helping brands thrive online through precision engineering, design excellence, and performance marketing...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- New Hyde Park, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 41 Projects Listed
Viacon is a full-service digital agency powered by 100+ professionals dedicated to helping businesses across industries grow and boost revenue through customized technology and marketing solutions. We deliver immersive and engaging digital experiences to help small and medium businesses grow...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Signa Marketing is a Digital Marketing Agency in Phoenix, Arizona providing brands, large and small, with custom marketing strategies that drive revenue...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Visual Design Inc is the leading Digital Agency that provides customized and tailor-made solutions to our clients. We do it all from Logo,Web Development,E-Commerce,SEO to Video Animation and Mobile App to Branding! Despite the high level of our professional services, we charge extremely competitive...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Ace Infoway is a passionate "GO-TO" Technology Partner for Web/Software Agencies and Businesses in various industry verticals, across the globe as an extended partner and offshore development center. With a Tech-focused vision, we ensure to create success stories for their clients above all else...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $23/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At Titan Growth, our highly skilled team, deeply rooted in paid media, amazon marketing, and technical SEO, utilizes their extensive experience and proprietary technology to empower our clients in achieving substantial brand growth, increased revenue, and enhanced profitability...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Techcronus Business Solutions is a global provider of enterprise business solutions and modern-day technology services...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- PPC
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Kaizen Apps specializes in innovative application development, offering personalized consultations to turn your ideas into impactful digital solutions. Start your project with our expert guidance today...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Vacaville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Welcome to Vervocity, where we thoughtfully, and with great detail, create websites, custom applications, digital products, video, and branding solutions for every kind of business communication tools that get results!...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Quincy, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 33 Projects Listed
From design to development and from eCommerce to complex web projects it's all potato patato for us...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
World-leading website design and branding agency based in California, specializing in Branding, Website Design and Development, UI/UX design for applications, and AI Strategy...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We boost businesses with expert AI software development and web solutions, offering products and consulting across industries like automotive, IT, and healthcare etc. Partner with us to grow in the digital era using innovative technology...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Fireart Studio is a UI/UX design and software development company driven by excellence and oriented to the client's success...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Show more
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
At our company, we believe in being flexible and adaptable to our clients needs. We understand that every business is unique, and we work closely with our clients to deliver tailored solutions that meet their specific requirements. Our team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to ensure that our...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
- Location
- Santa Clara, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Hiring Guide: How to Choose a Leading Web Development Company in the US
How do I choose the right website development company for my business?
Start by assessing your business needs. Define what you want to build and why before speaking to agencies:
- Website vs. web application
- Core features and integrations
- Target users and scalability needs
- Short-term launch goals vs. long-term roadmap
Precise requirements make it easier to identify agencies that truly align with your objectives.
For instance, an agency might suggest Squarespace, one of the best website builders for visual-heavy sites, for design brands, and WordPress for content-reliant businesses.
Next, evaluate potential website development company candidates:
- Review portfolios, case studies, and past clients
- Look for experience with similar industries, project sizes, or technical complexity
- Check independent reviews and recommendations from your professional network
Then, dig deeper through direct conversations. A strong agency welcomes questions and explains its approach clearly.
What are the benefits of hiring an agency?
Hiring a web development company may help you access expertise you can’t always build in-house. Here are the types of benefits you can expect:
- Faster delivery and time to market
Agencies bring ready-made teams and proven workflows. Companies using outsourcing complete around 40% more projects per year compared to fully in-house teams, making agencies ideal for MVPs, replatforming, or tight deadlines.
2. Access to specialized skills on demand
Around 76% of companies outsource IT functions such as coding, QA, and UI/UX design because these skills are expensive and slow to hire internally. Agencies immediately fill gaps in areas such as backend, DevOps, mobile, and integrations.
3. Predictable costs and lower overhead
In-house teams come with recruiting delays, onboarding time, benefits, and long-term salary commitments. Agencies offer scoped pricing, clearer timelines, and easier budget control for defined outcomes.
4. Operational acceleration and innovation
According to Deloitte, 78% of companies outsource to accelerate operations and innovation, while 42% do so to access specialized talent. Agencies work across industries, exposing teams to emerging tools and best practices.
5. Flexible team models across growth stages
Startups gain speed without headcount risk, scaling companies add surge capacity, and enterprises use agencies for complex or skill-specific initiatives while retaining strategic control internally.
What questions should I ask web development companies?
Use the following questions to evaluate the agencies you’re considering:
Relevant Background
- Have you worked on projects with similar goals or complexity?
- How many viable approaches do you see for this project, and why?
Services and Processes
- What is your design and development process from start to launch?
- How do you estimate delivery time, and how do you separate contingency from scope?
- How do you manage third-party APIs and existing system integrations?
- How do you handle compliance, security patches, and recovery?
Relevant to Your Project
- What happens if we request changes mid-project?
- Who owns the code, hosting, licenses, and IP after launch?
- Who owns escalation if delivery timelines or budgets slip?
- Who is the day-to-day point of contact?
How long does it take to develop a website?
It takes a website development agency 14+ weeks from planning to launch to build a standard business website:
1. Planning (2-3 weeks)
Teams define goals, features, and technical requirements early. Weak planning often leads to confusing journeys later. According to the Digital Experience Benchmark Report, 39.6% sessions are impacted by frustration, reducing visit value by 15% through higher bounce rates and lower engagement.
2. Content creation (4-6 weeks)
Copy, visuals, and assets are prepared, often in parallel with design. Content delays frequently push timelines beyond initial estimates.
3. Design (2-3 weeks)
Designers create wireframes and responsive layouts. Custom UX and extended review cycles can add time.
4. Development (varies by complexity)
Front-end and back-end work, integrations, and CMS setup happen here. More features mean longer build times.
5. Testing and review (1-2 weeks)
Teams validate performance, usability, and responsiveness.
This stage matters more than ever, as 58% of websites saw session consumption drop. This means users viewed fewer pages and spent less time on-site, making engagement-sensitive testing critical.
How do I know if my website is performing well?
You know your website is performing well when it delivers measurable business impact. Your web development agency will help you track the following metrics:
- Conversion and revenue impact
A healthy website turns visitors into customers or leads. Improvements in UX and speed should translate into higher conversion rates, lower cart abandonment, and more qualified form submissions.
For example, Walmart recorded a 2% lift in conversions for every one-second improvement in load time, showing how performance translates into revenue.
- Speed and performance signals
Page speed, Core Web Vitals, and overall site stability shape how users experience your website and how search engines evaluate it.
When pages load slowly, elements break, or layouts shift unexpectedly, users struggle to complete journeys, and the site stops supporting real business goals.
- Engagement quality, not vanity metrics
Focus on consumption (pages viewed and time spent), bounce rate, and session depth to understand real engagement.
The 2024 Digital Experience Benchmark Report shows that overall digital consumption declined by 3%, meaning users viewed fewer pages and spent less time per visit.
That drop highlights how many websites struggle to hold attention, making engagement trends a stronger indicator of experience quality.
- User experience effectiveness
When a website feels easy and intuitive to use, visitors stay longer, explore more pages, and complete key actions, directly increasing engagement quality and overall visit value.
- Operational efficiency
A strong website reduces support load by answering common questions, guiding users effectively, and enabling self-service, which in turn lowers ongoing operational costs.
How can I find top web development companies on DesignRush that fit my budget?
Rather than researching agencies one by one, DesignRush lets you compare vetted website development companies in the USA based on budget range, expertise, and past performance.
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| Low Budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.
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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.
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Every agency is independently vetted before it can be listed or ranked
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FAQs About Web Development Companies
What’s the difference between web development and web design?
Web design focuses on the visual aesthetics and the functional user experience, while web development covers the aspect of building and maintaining the technical foundation that allows designs to function smoothly.
- Web design services: layout, colors, fonts, imagery, UI/UX design, accessibility, and responsive design
- Web development services: front-end and back-end coding, database, servers, APIs, scalability, security, and performance.
How do you choose between a custom-built solution and a CMS or low-code platform?
Choose a CMS or low-code platform (e.g., WordPress, Webflow, or Squarespace) when you need to launch your website fast and affordably. These platforms are also ideal for small businesses with lean teams or those that do not have a dedicated development team to maintain a complex site structure.
Consider a custom-built website if you require unique functionality, tight interactions with internal systems, or performance and scalability beyond off-the-shelf platforms. However, highly tailored websites typically require higher budgets and longer timelines.
What are the common hidden fees in a web development proposal?
The most common hidden fees in a web development proposal include hosting and infrastructure, compliance and security (e.g., SSL certificates, security audits, and plugins), and ongoing maintenance. Some companies also bill extra for copywriting, graphic design, and marketing (i.e. SEO and analytics setup), as these are typically out of the developer’s scope.
What red flags should you watch out for when looking for a web development company in the U.S.?
Spotting these red flags early helps protect your time and money:
- Generic packages and fixed pricing, suggesting templated tactics
- You can’t meet the actual team
- Extremely low quotes and unrealistic guarantees
- Inability to explain their development processes and workflows
How much do website development companies in the USA charge?
In the U.S., the agencies typically price website development projects between $12,000 and $150,000. Here's what you can expect depending on what you need:
- UI/UX design: $2,000-$15,000 per project
- Front-end and back-end development: $3,000-$15,000 per project
- Database and CMS integration: $2,000-$25,000 per year
- eCommerce functionality: $2,000-$25,000 per month
What non-negotiables should I require from my web development contract?
Your website development contract should define and specify your project's scope, requirements, and what is out of scope. It should also detail timelines, milestones, payment structures, revision policies, exit clauses, confidentiality, and data protection terms.
Significantly, your contract should clearly state that you own the intellectual property rights, code, design files, accounts, third-party assets, and licenses of the entire project.
What are the best web development companies in the USA?
The best web development companies in the USA that deliver scalable, secure, and reliable websites include:
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