Top UX Designers in Boston
Boston’s innovation corridor—from Kendall Square to the Seaport—hosts world-class tech startups, digital health pioneers, and Fortune 500 R&D labs. In this fast-moving market, a skilled UX design agency can turn complex ideas into intuitive, user-friendly products that stand out.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Serves Boston, MAServices provided
See all 91 projectsGoji Labs is a UX/UI design and development company, highly regarded for their expertise in user-centered design and digital interface solutions. Reviews highlight their strategic approach and exceptional communication, with 100% of feedback praising their collaborative nature. Approximately 60% of reviews mention their impressive project management skills, while some suggest improvements in budget alignment. Overall, Goji Labs delivers high-quality, user-focused digital experiences.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves Boston, MAServices provided
See all 39 projectsOrizon Design is a UX/UI agency specializing in User Experience and User Interface Design for digital platforms. The company consistently receives high praise for its ability to transform concepts into functional, high-quality designs, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and project management skills. Client feedback often emphasizes Orizon's commitment to UX excellence and creativity, while no significant areas for improvement were noted.
$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves Boston, MAServices provided
See all 26 projectsUtility is a mobile app development and design company with strong capabilities in UX/UI and business consulting. They have been praised for their modern, sleek design work and effective project management. Clients highlight their unique business acumen, with 100% of reviews noting their strategic insight and successful bug-free app launches.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves Boston, MAServices provided
See all 28 projectsFuzzy Math is a specialized UX/UI design company with a strong emphasis on user-centered design and digital interface solutions. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praised their excellent project management, timely delivery, and innovative design solutions. Approximately 90% highlighted their ability to align with company values and culture, making them a preferred partner for UX/UI design projects.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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Continuum, a Product Design company, is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts and New York, New York. Founded in 1983, the team provides Product Design and UX/UI Design.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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Overdrive Interactive is a midsize Email Marketing company. Founded in 2001, the team offers Email Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves Boston, MAServices provided
See all 8 projectsTVM Engineering Services is a versatile digital interface design company specializing in UX/UI design, with expertise in developing user-centered solutions across various industries. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with approximately 100% of reviewers highlighting their efficient project management, precise communication, and excellent integration into client teams. Clients frequently commend their ability to deliver intuitive, high-performance digital solutions that improve user experience and business outcomes.
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves Boston, MAServices provided
See all 146 projectsLeague Design Agency is a premier UX/UI design firm renowned for its user-centered approach and adaptability. The agency excels in crafting comprehensive digital interface designs, as highlighted by 100% of clients praising its meticulous attention to detail and project management. With consistently high ratings, clients frequently commend the company's professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to meet deadlines, ensuring a seamless collaboration experience.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves Boston, MAServices provided
See all 25 projectsSinglemind is a user experience and interface design company that provides comprehensive digital solutions, including UX/UI design, app development, and user-centered design strategies. Reviews indicate a strong 100% positive feedback, emphasizing their effective project management, collaborative approach, and flexibility. Approximately 67% of reviewers highlight their ability to deliver projects on time and within budget, reflecting their commitment to excellence and cost-effectiveness.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Beverly, MA
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Web development firm The Outfit was founded in 2012. The team offers Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Upstatement is an UX agency. The Boston, Massachusetts-based company was launched in 2008. Their team provides UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Arlington, MA
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Founded in 2008, Charles River Web is a web design agency. The company focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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NeuraFlash, a CRM consulting and SI company, is located in Boston, Massachusetts. They provide CRM consulting and SI and UX/UI Design and were launched in 2016.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Established in 2023, Samprand is a web design agency. In Boston, Massachusetts and Madrid, Spain, the team focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Webfix Studio is a web development company. Their small team is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts and offers Web Development and UX/UI Design. The agency was established in 2012.
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Free Range is a Boston, Massachusetts-based web development firm. They provide Web Development and UX/UI Design and were established in 1999.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Transpyre, a website development company, was launched in 2011. They focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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Getfused is a small branding agency launched in 1996. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Video production agency Black Math is located in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 2012, the team focuses on Video Production and Media Planning & Buying.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Burlington, MA
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Consforc is an UX design company based in Burlington, Massachusetts and Lahore, Pakistan. Established in 2009, the team provides UX/UI Design and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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User experience company Tank Design focuses on UX/UI Design and Branding. They are in New York, New York and Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Burlington, MA
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Progress, an application development company, was established in 1981. In Burlington, Massachusetts, the team offers Mobile App Development and E-Commerce Development.
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Appcues is a midsize branding company in Boston, Massachusetts. The team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Andover, MA
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See all 9 projectsCentric Park is a UI/UX design agency that specializes in creating intuitive digital interfaces and user-centered designs. Reviews highlight their strong project management, responsiveness, and ability to deliver on time and within budget. Approximately 100% of reviewers commend their collaborative approach and effective communication, while a significant number praise their expertise in UX design and flexibility in team composition.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49North Andover, MA
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See all 11 projectsIsovera is a web development company specializing in Drupal-based solutions and offers branding and marketing services. Reviews highlight their exceptional customer service, project management, and responsiveness, with over 90% of feedback being positive. Clients praise Isovera for their ability to integrate seamlessly with existing teams and their flexibility to accommodate client needs, as noted by 85% of reviewers.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lynnfield, MA
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Based in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, Boston Human Factors, Inc. Is an UX design company. They offer UX/UI Design and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerCambridge, MA
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Hayward UX is an UX company and Product Design company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their services include UX/UI Design and Product Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Branding firm Stoltze Design was launched in 1984. The agency provides Branding and Web Design, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Boston, MA
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ThriveHive is a SEO agency. Their midsize team of employees is based in Quincy, Massachusetts and Boston, Massachusetts. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Somerville, MA
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Established in 2009, SmartBear is a cloud consulting & SI company. The agency offers cloud consulting & SI and API Development, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Newton, MA
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Logic Way Inc. Is a custom software development firm. Founded in 2004, the team offers Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design. The firm is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Filament Group, Inc, a small UX design agency, is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Their services include UX/UI Design and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Nonfiction is a small Boston, Massachusetts-based UX design company. The team offers UX/UI Design and Market Research.
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Global Quality Partners is an user experience agency. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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Launched in 1988, R&D Ribitzky is an UX agency. Their services include UX/UI Design and Product Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Responsab LLC is a small web design agency founded in 2018. Their team specializes in Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Piko is a Boston, Massachusetts-based branding company. The team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerMedway, MA
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See all 15 projectsReardon Web Development is a web development company specializing in UX/UI design, known for delivering professional, responsive websites tailored to client needs. With 100% of reviewers highlighting their strong project management and communication skills, the company excels in translating client visions into user-centered digital interfaces, ensuring satisfaction and functionality across diverse industries.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chelmsford, MA
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See all 2 projectsStick Works Agency is a digital solutions provider specializing in website development, optimization, and SEO audits. The agency is praised for its timely delivery and exceptional communication skills, with 100% of reviewers appreciating their hands-on, customized approach. Most clients report significant improvements in web traffic and sales, highlighting their effectiveness and alignment with client needs.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Cambridge, MA
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Mobinett Interactive is a Cambridge, Massachusetts-based mobile application development company. Their services include Mobile App Development and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Windham, NH
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See all 5 projects36creative is a versatile branding and digital agency known for its expertise in brand strategy, web design, and multimedia content creation. With a focus on client engagement and tailored solutions, they consistently deliver high-quality results. Reviewers appreciate the agency's creative capabilities and seamless project management, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their personable approach and ability to understand client needs. Their adaptability and communication are frequently commended, making them a preferred partner for various industries.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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Established in 1994, Quoin Inc. Is a midsize web design company. Their services include Web Design and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lexington, MA
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Ironside is a big data analytics company. Their midsize team is based in Lexington, Massachusetts and provides BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI. The agency was founded in
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Arlington, MA
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Architectural Design company Selbert Perkins Design was launched in 1988. The midsize team specializes in Architectural Design and Graphic Design.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerNewton, MA
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Michaeljwong.dev, a small Digital Strategy company, is in Newton, Massachusetts. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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Applause is an Application Testing company based in Framingham, Massachusetts. Launched in 2007, the team offers Application Testing and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerWaltham, MA
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Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, ZacWine.com is a small Marketing Strategy company. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Revere, MA
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Business Fitness Consulting is a SEO company. Launched in 2012, the firm is in Revere, Massachusetts. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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Boston Interactive is a web development firm. In Boston, Massachusetts, the agency focuses on Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Needham, MA
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Mittcom, a media planning & buying company, was established in 2003. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Content Marketing and is in Needham, Massachusetts.
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Established in 2009, Janeiro Digital is a small Boston, Massachusetts-based API Development company. Their team specializes in API Development and Digital Strategy.
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Boston SEO Marketing Service is a SEO company based in Boston, Massachusetts. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2017.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brookline, MA
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Transmyt Marketing is a branding company. Located in Brookline, Massachusetts, the firm focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Publish Today Media LLC, an Advertising company, was established in 2010. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Walpole, MA
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Nick Merrill Design is a web design company. Their team is in Walpole, Massachusetts and provides Web Design and Web Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Natick, MA
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Launched in 2010, Vera Roca Web Group is an UX company. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy.
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RedMoon Technology, a small mobile app development firm, is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The team offers Mobile App Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Arlington, MA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Boston, MA
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Somerville, MA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Somerville, MA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Needham, MA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Salem, MA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Somerville, MA
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Norwood, MA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cambridge, MA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cambridge, MA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Needham, MA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Wakefield, MA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Westwood, MA
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Boston UX Designer FAQs
Boston-based firms combine deep academic resources—think MIT Media Lab and Harvard’s i-lab—with practical experience gained at local powerhouses like HubSpot, Wayfair, and Mass General Brigham. Working with a hometown team means:
- On-site workshops without cross-country flights
- First-hand knowledge of New England consumer habits and regulations
- Access to a talent pool steeped in biotech, fintech, and edtech UX best practices
Based on the latest Clutch pricing data, most Boston-based agencies charge $120 – $200 per hour for their services. Typical project cost ranges:
- Rapid UX audit or usability test: $5,000 – $15,000
- End-to-end website redesign: $30,000 – $80,000
- Complex SaaS or mobile product design: $60,000 – $150,000+
These higher rates reflect Boston’s cost of living and senior‐level talent, but many studios offer fixed-price sprints or startup packages.
Boston’s design scene mirrors the city’s diverse and dynamic economic mix, meaning it’s common to see UX designers supporting verticals like:
- Digital health and med-tech
- Fintech and insurance (InsurTech)
- Higher education and EdTech platforms
- Robotics, AI, and IoT products
- E-commerce and direct-to-consumer brands
Agencies often pair UX expertise with sector-specific compliance knowledge, such as HIPAA for healthcare clients.
- Define your project’s goals—research, prototype, full product, or continuous UX optimization.
- Review strong Clutch profiles for in-depth case studies in your vertical.
- Ask about their process (design thinking, agile, dual-track discovery).
- Request a sample timeline and stakeholder touchpoints.
- Evaluate culture fit during a short discovery call; proximity allows easy on-site collaboration.
Trying to narrow your options down to the top three can be challenging. To help you navigate the market, Clutch provides data-driven resources and filters for you to maximize.
- Guaranteed conversion uplifts without research to back them
- Limited portfolio depth in your industry
- Over-reliance on offshore teams despite “local” branding
- No plan for user testing with real Boston/New England audiences
- Vague deliverables—look for clear artifacts like personas, wireframes, and usability reports
Red flags are called that for a reason—don't ignore them. Make sure to spot and avoid any of these traits as early as possible.