How Do I Choose a Mobile App Developer?

Review their portfolio of work, client reviews, and website. The best app developer for you often has previous experience developing apps for your specific industry. Ensure you explain precisely what you're looking for to get more accurate pricing information—the more complex the app, the more expensive it is. Questions to ask an app developer: Do you cover every stage in the development cycle? What platforms do you develop for natively? Do you develop cross-platform apps? How does app testing usually go for your clients? Have you ever worked on a similar project?

What Devices Do Mobile App Developers Work on?

Mobile devices, smart devices, wearables, tablets, smart TVs, and more.

How do I find the best app developers?

Before you can hire an app developer, do research about app development. It’s important to understand the basics of their job. Look at their experience and past projects. Be clear about your needs to better understand what it entails to create an app.

What is an application development company?

An application development company is a specialized company that focuses on creating fully-functioning mobile applications for a variety of functions ranging from gaming, enterprise management, and retail. These companies typically provide services such as native application development for Android or iOS, hybrid application development, or mobile UX design. By partnering with an experienced mobile application development team, you can benefit from their expertise and skills using the latest technologies and programming languages. They also deliver maintenance and support services that can come in handy after your application’s launch. Overall, mobile application development service providers respond to companies aiming to conquer and make the most of the mobile landscape.

How much do mobile app development companies charge?

With so many variables, mobile app development costs range from $5,000 to $500,000. However, the price range will typically be between $100,000 and $300,000, with the entire development process taking 12-20 weeks.

Can I work with a mobile application development company on one-time projects, or only for longer-term engagements?

It is possible to work with mobile application development companies on one-time projects as well as longer-term engagements; however, the ROI (return on investment) may vary depending on the type of project. Shorter projects produce results quicker than long-term projects but may not yield the same significant returns over time. More extended engagement periods allow for more comprehensive strategies to be implemented, which could result in higher ROI if done correctly and a better plan for the application’s lifecycle.

Top 30 Mobile App Development Companies

The Best of May 2024

Mobile application development is the technical process of creating, building, and maintaining mobile applications for iOS, Android, and cross-platform. In today’s dynamic marketplace, it’s important to leverage the power of mobile applications, especially considering how integral mobile devices have become to people’s daily lives.

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List of the Best Mobile App Developers

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- Designli
  (58 Reviews) 5.0
  - Timeliness
    4.9
  - Service Excellence
    5.0
  - Value
    4.8
  - Would Recommend
    5.0
  - $10,000+
  - 50 - 249 employees
  - Greenville, SC
  Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Designli's team of 50 employees offers mobile app development, web development, UX/UI, and web design services. Since its founding in 2013, Designli has helped startups and businesses of all sizes build quality software with full-time, dedicated product teams assigned to each client project.
  
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- Dot Com Development
  (14 Reviews) 5.0
  - Timeliness
    4.9
  - Service Excellence
    5.0
  - Value
    4.9
  - Would Recommend
    5.0
  - $10,000+
  - 10 - 49 employees
  - Scottsdale, AZ
  Working out of Scottsdale, Ariz., Dot Com Development is a development firm that works with small and mid-market businesses. The team of about 10 employees specializes in mobile app, web, and e-commerce development. They also have experience with marketing, in particular, SEO and conversion optimization.
  
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Koiosoft

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- $10,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Caracas, Venezuela
Koiosoft is a software development company. Their small team is located in Caracas, Venezuela. The agency offers custom software development, graphic design, mobile app development, web design, and more. The agency was launched in 2009.
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26282

Digital Gecko Caracas

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Caracas, Venezuela
In Caracas, Venezuela, Digital Gecko Caracas is a small e-commerce development company. Their services include e-commerce development, mobile app development, social media marketing, web design, and more.
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26283

FiftyFive

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Dammam, Saudi Arabia
FiftyFive, a branding agency, is headquartered in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Launched in 2011, the small team specializes in branding, mobile app development, social media marketing, and web development.
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26284

9px Design

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Gangdong-gu, South Korea
9px Design is a Gangdong-gu, South Korea-based UX agency. The small team focuses on ux/ui design, AR/VR development, graphic design, and mobile app development and was founded in 2015.
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26285

Capslock Pixel

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Capslock Pixel is an advertising company based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. Established in 2015, the small team focuses on advertising, content marketing, mobile app development, social media marketing, and more.
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26286

Zaptechs Solutions

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Launched in 2003, Zaptechs Solutions is a custom software development company. Their small team is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their team specializes in custom software development, mobile app development, web design, web development, and more.
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26287

Technoid

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- $10,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- دبي, United Arab Emirates
Technoid is a small Dubai Silicon Oasis, United Arab Emirates-based custom software development firm. Their services include custom software development, CRM consulting and SI, mobile app development, web development, and more.
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26288

Omega CST

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- $10,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Omega CST is a software development company. Established in 2004, the company is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The small team focuses on custom software development, mobile app development, web development, e-commerce development, and more.
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26289

Agencia AKM

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- São Paulo, Brazil
Agencia AKM is a marketing strategy company in São Paulo, Brazil. Established in 2007, the small team focuses on marketing strategy, mobile app development, search engine optimization, social media marketing, and more.
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26290

Egge Agencia Digital

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Caxias do Sul, Brazil
Egge Agencia Digital is a small e-commerce development company located in Caxias do Sul, Brazil. Established in 2008, the team provides e-commerce development, graphic design, mobile app development, search engine optimization, and more.
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26291

Guayoyo Marketing Consulting C.A

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Not yet reviewed.
- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Valencia, Venezuela
Guayoyo Marketing Consulting C.A is a small graphic design agency. Based in Valencia, Venezuela, the firm was established in 2015. Their team provides graphic design, mobile app development, search engine optimization, social media marketing, and more.
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26292

Looppe

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Not yet reviewed.
- $10,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Software development firm Looppe was established in 2007. The small Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based team offers custom software development, mobile app development, web development, IT strategy consulting, and more.
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26293

Intime Global

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Not yet reviewed.
- $10,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Intime Global is a small software development firm. Their services include custom software development, mobile app development, web development, pay per click, and more.
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26294

HakiTaak Technologies

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- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
HakiTaak Technologies, a custom software development company, is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The small team focuses on custom software development, ERP consulting and SI, mobile app development, web design, and more. The agency was launched in 2012.
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26295

Oakreative

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- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Aveiro, Portugal
Launched in 2014, Oakreative is a digital strategy company. They are in Aveiro, Portugal and have a small team. Their services include digital strategy, mobile app development, social media marketing, branding, and more.

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26296

NGS Technology L.L.C

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Not yet reviewed.
- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
NGS Technology L.L.C is a software development firm. They specialize in custom software development, mobile app development, web design, web development, and more and were established in 2007. Their small team is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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26297

Innoria Solution

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Not yet reviewed.
- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Innoria Solution, a small custom software development firm, is in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Their services include custom software development, ERP consulting and SI, IT strategy consulting, mobile app development, and more.
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26298

Claim Studio

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Montevideo, Uruguay
Claim Studio is a digital strategy company. They offer digital strategy, graphic design, mobile app development, web design, and more and were launched in 2012. Their small team is in Montevideo, Uruguay.
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26299

Midco

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Mexico City, Mexico
Midco, an advertising company, is based in Mexico City, Mexico. The agency specializes in advertising, branding, digital strategy, mobile app development, and more and has a small team.The agency was launched in 2014.
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26300

Lunar

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Montevideo, Uruguay
Lunar is a small digital strategy company. Headquartered in Montevideo, Uruguay, the firm was established in 2009. Their team focuses on digital strategy, graphic design, mobile app development, and web development.
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26301

Avisos Digitales C.A

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Not yet reviewed.
- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Ureña, Venezuela
Avisos Digitales C.A is a custom software development firm. They are in Ureña, Venezuela and have a small team. Their services include custom software development, mobile app development, search engine optimization, video production, and more. The company was established in 2012.
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26302

e - bird

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- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Shibuya City, Japan
E - bird is a web design company founded in 2003. Their small team is located in Shibuya City, Japan and Wattana Bangkok, Thailand. Their services include web design, mobile app development, search engine optimization, print design, and more.
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26303

smooth and friendly

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- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Shibuya City, Japan
Graphic design agency smooth and friendly was established in 2012. The small team provides graphic design, mobile app development, web design, ux/ui design, and more. The firm is headquartered in Shibuya City, Japan.
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26304

Reversible Labs

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Not yet reviewed.
- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela
Reversible Labs, a digital strategy company, is headquartered in Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela. The small team focuses on digital strategy, mobile app development, search engine optimization, social media marketing, and more. The firm was established in 2012.
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26305

Blaze scripts

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- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- San José, Costa Rica
Founded in 2013, Blaze scripts is a website development firm. Their small team is headquartered in San Jose, Costa Rica. Their team specializes in web development, e-commerce development, and mobile app development.

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26306

Avendano Design

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Not yet reviewed.
- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Porlamar, Venezuela
Avendano Design is a web design company. They are in Porlamar, Venezuela and have a small team. Their services include web design, graphic design, logo, and mobile app development.
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26307

DOTPLUS

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Not yet reviewed.
- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
DOTPLUS is a small branding company headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The team specializes in branding, mobile app development, video production, web design, and more.
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26308

Roemin Creative Technology

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- $5,000+
- 2 - 9 employees
- Albert Park, Australia
Roemin Creative Technology, an e-commerce development company, is in Albert Park, Australia. The small team specializes in e-commerce development, mobile app development, search engine optimization, web design, and more. The company was launched in 2012.
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26309

Dar Al Fan

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- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Amman, Jordan
Headquartered in Amman, Jordan, Dar Al Fan is an advertising company. The small company was established in 2002. Their services include advertising, graphic design, mobile app development, print design, and more.
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26310

Brain Corporation

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- Undisclosed
- 2 - 9 employees
- Shibuya City, Japan
Brain Corporation is a video production company. Established in 2012, the team provides video production, mobile app development, web design, and print design. Their small company is in Shibuya City, Japan.
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