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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, CanadaServices provided
See all 37 projectsOrizon Design is a web and UI/UX design company highly praised for its responsiveness, professionalism, and creativity. Across various reviews, 100% highlight their efficient project management and ability to deliver on time. Clients appreciate their ability to adapt to changing needs and their thorough understanding of design language, positioning them as a top choice for comprehensive design and development projects.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Krk, CroatiaServices provided
See all 12 projectsBB Agency is a renowned design and branding company excelling in web design, branding, UX/UI, and digital strategy, particularly for B2B SaaS companies. The reviews showcase their exceptional creativity, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their ability to blend innovative design with strategic thinking. Reviewers frequently appreciate their seamless project management and collaborative approach, with 50% highlighting their impressive ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work. The company is praised for its attention to detail and proactive communication, making them a trusted partner for transformative projects.
$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Houston, TXServices provided
See all 16 projectsBlackribbit is a branding and marketing agency known for its expertise in developing comprehensive brand identities, strategic marketing plans, and user-friendly websites. Across the reviews, clients consistently praised the company's professionalism, attention to detail, and effective communication, with a 100% satisfaction rate noted in the feedback. Blackribbit's collaborative approach and ability to deliver projects on time and within budget emphasize their reliability and effectiveness in meeting diverse client needs.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Maxamaze Limited is a Conversion Optimization company. In London, England, the company was founded in 2022. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Charleston, SC
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Established in 2020, Barracuda Designs is a website development company. Their team focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 9 projectsNUEX Creative is a versatile branding and web development agency known for its expertise in logo design, brand strategy, packaging, and comprehensive digital marketing solutions. Clients consistently praise their project management skills and ability to exceed expectations, with 100% expressing satisfaction in areas of creativity, responsiveness, and results. NUEX Creative's adaptability and client-focused culture make them a preferred choice for businesses across various industries.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249London, EnglandServices provided
See all 48 projectsDuck.Design is a design agency specializing in UI/UX, website redesign, and branding services. The feedback on their work is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their professionalism, timely delivery, and creativity. Themes across reviews highlight their ability to understand business needs, enhance user engagement, and deliver high-quality design solutions efficiently, although some mentioned time zone challenges.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Annapolis, MDServices provided
See all 39 projectsContrast & Co. is a branding and creative agency known for delivering comprehensive brand identity solutions, web development, and marketing strategies. The company consistently receives positive feedback for its project management and creative output, with over 80% of reviews highlighting its strong communication and alignment with client goals. Clients frequently commend them for their strategic approach and ability to transform complex ideas into compelling visual and verbal narratives.
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Conectate L.L.C. Is a Marketing Strategy company. They are based in Idaho Falls, Idaho and have small team. They provide Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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On The Run, a branding agency, was launched in 2018. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing and is located in Cape Town, South Africa.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Kumkuat Agency is a Video Marketing company. Launched in 2023, the team focuses on Video Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Pump Creative is a small Content Marketing company founded in 2022. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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AtechnoPk is a website development company. Established in 2021, their team focuses on Web Development and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Redfern, AustraliaServices provided
See all 61 projectsCUT THRU is a branding and creative agency specializing in brand strategy, identity, and marketing solutions. Their clients have praised their innovative, responsive, and professional approach, with 100% satisfaction across reviews. Approximately 70% of reviewers highlighted their strategic insight and creativity as standout qualities. CUT THRU is recognized for delivering projects on time and adapting to clients' evolving needs.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Ciudad de México, MexicoServices provided
See all 14 projectsSUBE Digital Agency is a digital marketing company specializing in lead generation, SEO, and content creation. The agency receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their punctuality, expert team, and ability to deliver measurable results such as increased traffic and conversion rates. Approximately 90% of reviews highlight their effective communication and tailored services, indicating strong customer satisfaction.
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Poznań, PolandServices provided
See all 28 projectsHuman Creative is a web design and branding agency known for delivering modern, user-friendly websites and cohesive brand identities. Consistently praised for creativity and responsiveness, they have achieved high client satisfaction, as evidenced by positive feedback in 100% of their reviews. Clients commend their ability to translate visions into compelling designs and their commitment to high-quality deliverables, with minor suggestions for improvement in project management and technical precision.
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Dashing Properties Inc. Is a branding agency headquartered in Irvine, California. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2014.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Axtech Solution, a branding firm, is in Karachi, Pakistan. They specialize in Branding and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2023.
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Launched in 2005, Become, a small branding firm, is headquartered in Lakeland, Florida. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Launched in 2021, The Motion Dot is a small video production agency based in McLean, Virginia. Their team specializes in Video Production and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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Recose Digital solutions is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2021. The small team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Secure IT Global is a small graphic design agency launched in 2013. Their services include Graphic Design and Custom Software Development.
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MAMDALI TECHNOLOGY LTD is a software development firm. Located in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the team offers Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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Small branding company Sinclair Studio, is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. The team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Istanbul, Türkiye
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Antalyus is an e-commerce development firm headquartered in Istanbul, Türkiye. They provide E-Commerce Development and Web Development and were launched in 2019.
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Milk Bar Marketing is a Doncaster East, Australia-based Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2024.
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EORB is a Conversion Optimization company. Based in Bengaluru, India, their small team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization. The company was established in 2025.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kajang, Malaysia
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DNL Group is an Event Management company. They focus on Event Management and Graphic Design and are headquartered in Kajang, Malaysia.
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In Hyderabad, India, MNirvana Consulting Services LLP is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Headquartered in Panvel, India, SPARKSNAP ADVERTISING is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Savage Media is a small Digital Strategy company located in Maryville, Australia. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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FRACK Technologies is a graphic design company. They are in Islamabad, Pakistan and Prosper, Texas. Their team offers Graphic Design and Video Production.
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Rohit Choudhari Productions is a video production company. Located in Pune, India, the company specializes in Video Production and Advertising.
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Grapevine is an Advertising company. The North Sydney, Australia-based company was founded in 2007. Their services include Advertising and Public Relations.
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Zlofy Digital is a Content Writing Services company. The team provides Content Writing Services and Advertising and is located in Bengaluru, India.
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Sung Media is a video production agency. The team offers Video Production and Graphic Design and is in Los Angeles, California and Sunnyvale, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, MO
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Fox Animated Engineering is a video production agency. They were founded in 2015, and their services include Video Production and Graphic Design.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerCowansville, Canada
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Créations André Sactouris is a branding company founded in 1993. The company provides Branding and Graphic Design, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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See all 1 projectsWe're a purpose-driven eCommerce growth company, scaling new-age Direct-to-Consumer brands, globally. Purpose-driven brands witness higher market share gains and grow faster on average than their
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancer
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AC Agency is an AI firm. In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, the firm offers Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 6 projectsSince 2015, we've been on an incredible journey as an animated explainer video company, gaining valuable insights and refining our processes along the way. With over 09 years of experience, we have
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See all 2 projectsPixel Hatch Studio is a creative design agency specializing in branding, UI/UX design, website development, and digital storytelling. Based in India and serving clients worldwide, we help startups,
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mysuru, India
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See all 1 projects"Welcome to Nakshatra Namaha Creations. We are a prominent Website development company based in Mysore that specialises in various digital services. The company is recognised as one of the region's
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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See all 1 projectsMaiden Digital provides creative website development and social media awareness services. Reviews highlight their professionalism, excellent communication, and adherence to deadlines, with clients expressing satisfaction with the results. Maiden Digital is noted for providing good value for cost and maintaining a strong commitment to client needs.
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See all 1 projectsMarketing Made Affordable specializes in website revamps and flyer design and printing. Across their reviews, clients highlight the company's cost-effective solutions, timely delivery, and exceptional expertise. Customers appreciate the communicative approach and alignment with client values, noting a strong cultural fit and impressive quality of work.
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Alkymē is a Dover, Delaware-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Web Design.
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In nizamabad, India and Nizamabad, India, Brand Magik is an Advertising company. Founded in 2019, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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CraftDigitally is a SEO services firm. They are headquartered in Ahmedabad, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Makma Productions LLP is a video production company headquartered in Mumbai, India and Mumbai, India. Launched in 2019, the team focuses on Video Production and Advertising.
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Small Advertising company Ramraj Associates, is based in Jaipur, India. Their services include Advertising and Public Relations.
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Rubicweb is a SEO services firm. Based in Jakarta, Indonesia, their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Nashik, India
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Atcosoftech is a branding agency. Founded in 2022, the agency is headquartered in Nashik, India. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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SEO services firm SouthSwell Digital Marketing offers Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy. They were launched in 2022.
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Video production agency Think Addis Video Production Service is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The team specializes in Video Production and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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Blak Trident is a pay per click company. The team offers Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy, and the firm is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan and Midlothian, Texas.
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Video production company Fumograph is located in. Founded in 2018, the team specializes in Video Production and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Launched in 2024, 3Character is a Digital Strategy company. The small team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Restaurant Brand Builders: A Restaurant Marketing Agency is a branding agency. Located in Houston, Texas, the company focuses on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Immersive Tech Lab is a small social media marketing company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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List of the Best Design Agencies Across the World
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249London, England
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37.4/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49București, Romania
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Gdańsk, Poland
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38.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sofia, Bulgaria
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dover, DE
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Conshohocken, PA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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39.1/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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34.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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39/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dover, DE
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38.2/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lisboa, Portugal
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33.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249McKinney, TX
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38.1/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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31.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Oakland Park, FL
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Budapest, Hungary
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37.8/40.018/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Digital Design50% Product Design
Design Agency FAQs
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Clutch highlights firms delivering solutions across the UI/UX, branding, product, and visual design disciplines twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top design agencies for Fall 2025 include:
Design agencies specialize in a variety of creative solutions. Most full-service design firms handle different projects such as:
- Brand identity and logo creation
- Website and UI/UX design
- Print and packaging design
- Motion graphics and illustration
- Design audits and strategy workshops
Specialized agencies may focus on a single niche (e.g., product design or interior branding) while larger studios provide end-to-end creative support, including development and marketing collateral.
Design agencies translate business goals into visual experiences. Their extensive teams research your brand, audience, and competitors, then craft assets—such as websites, logos, or product interfaces. They create compelling visual assets that communicate your message clearly and consistently. Beyond aesthetics, agencies focus on usability and brand differentiation to drive engagement, conversions, and loyalty.
Common metrics include conversion rates, time on page, reduced bounce rates, and engagement scores. Design agencies may conduct A/B tests, track analytics dashboards, and compare performance before and after redesigns to quantify value.
According to data gathered by our team at Clutch, most design projects fall under $10,000, while hourly rates typically range $25 – $49. Budgets vary based on several crucial factors including scope, complexity, and region. Expect higher costs for multi-disciplinary teams, advanced animations, or rapid timelines. As always, make sure to request an itemized quote that details deliverables, revision rounds, and licensing rights.
Selecting the right design agency isn’t an easy task, especially considering the factors to consider and countless agencies in the market. Start by reviewing portfolios that match your industry and style preferences. Confirm the following points:
- Proven results (top-quality output, case studies, metrics)
- Clear communication and feedback loops
- Transparent pricing and timelines
- Cultural fit with your team
Shortlist 3–5 agencies, interview each, and compare proposals before signing an agreement.
Ignoring warning signs leads to more problems for you than returns on your investment. Be observant and beware of agencies that may have any of the following red flags:
- Guarantee specific ROI without data
- Reuse templates without customization
- Are vague about ownership of source files
- Avoid showing references or full project details
- Charge hidden fees or skip written contracts
- Can we review your portfolio and speak with past clients?
- Who will be on our project team, and what are their roles?
- How many revision rounds are included?
- What is your process for meeting deadlines and milestones?
- Which design tools and collaboration platforms do you use?
- Who owns the final source files and intellectual property?
Freelancers are ideal for single, well-defined tasks (e.g., a one-off logo) and tight budgets. Moreover, design agencies bring multidisciplinary teams—brand strategists, UI/UX designers, developers—capable of handling complex, long-term projects. While full-scale service providers cost more, they offer built-in project management, scalability, and a broader skill set.