Top UX Designers in San Francisco
From startup giants in SoMa to enterprise innovators south of Market Street, San Francisco’s product teams live and breathe user experience. A skilled UX agency can turn great code into intuitive journeys—boosting retention, accessibility, and ROI.
Clutch makes finding that partner simple: every firm here is ranked by an independent, interview-based review process that digs into real projects, timelines, and outcomes. Use our filters to sort agencies by hourly rate, team size, or industry fit, whether you need rapid prototyping for a fintech app or a full design system for an AI platform.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 61 projectsQubika is a UX/UI design company renowned for its exceptional service and commitment to user-centered design. With a focus on mobile and app development, 100% of reviewers highlight Qubika's professionalism, responsiveness, and quality of work. Clients commend their ability to deliver high-quality, bug-free products on time, with 0% negative feedback across reviews. Their strong company culture and alignment with clients’ objectives make them a preferred choice for UX/UI design projects.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 83 projectsGoji Labs is a versatile UX/UI design and development company known for its comprehensive services, including mobile and web app design, website development, and UX strategy. Across reviews, 100% of clients commend their professionalism, technical expertise, and collaborative approach. The company excels in understanding client visions, delivering high-quality products, and maintaining effective communication, making them an ideal partner for projects requiring user-centered design and development.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 94 projectsMomentum Design Lab is a distinguished UX/UI design firm that excels in providing comprehensive user experience and interface design solutions. Reviews highlight their professionalism, efficient project management, and ability to deliver on time and budget, with a 95% adherence to timelines. Clients have praised their user-centered design approach and innovative solutions, while indicating a desire for more competitive pricing. Approximately 80% of reviewers commend their exceptional communication and collaborative process.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 37 projectsOrizon Design is a UX/UI design firm known for its professional and creative approach to user-centered design. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients consistently praise their efficient project management, timely delivery, and ability to translate complex requirements into intuitive and visually engaging interfaces. Over 90% of reviews highlight their impressive collaboration and communication skills, emphasizing their commitment to meeting client needs.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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CharacterSF is a web design agency. Their small team of employees is based in San Francisco, California and New York, New York. Their team specializes in Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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Rise-and-Shine Studio is an Advertising company. Launched in 2005, the firm is located in San Francisco, California. Their services include Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 34 projectsGlow Design Agency is a premier UX/UI design company known for delivering user-centered design solutions across various digital interfaces. They consistently receive high praise for their clean, modern designs and efficient project management, with 100% of reviewers noting their responsiveness and quality work. Their ability to align with client goals and provide scalable, intuitive design frameworks makes them an ideal partner for businesses seeking advanced user experience design services.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 24 projectsSinglemind is a UX/UI design and development firm known for its strong partnership approach and technical expertise. They consistently deliver high-quality user-centered design solutions, with 100% of reviews praising their responsiveness and ability to meet project timelines and budgets. Clients highlight their cultural fit and comprehensive understanding of user experience design as key strengths.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 20 projectsROSSUL is a distinguished UX/UI design company known for its comprehensive approach to user-centered design and digital interface design. Across their reviews, ROSSUL consistently receives high praise for understanding complex requirements and delivering intuitive, aesthetically pleasing designs. Impressively, 100% of reviewers noted their ability to translate vague concepts into refined user experiences, with 90% highlighting their efficient project management and proactive communication.
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Weightshift is a small user experience company based in San Francisco, California. Their services include UX/UI Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oakland, CA
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Busse Design is an UX design company established in 1997. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Berkeley, CA
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Boldium, LLC is an user experience design agency based in Berkeley, California. Their services include UX/UI Design and Product Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Mateo, CA
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Pixel & Press, Inc. Is a small UX design agency located in San Mateo, California. The team focuses on UX/UI Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belmont, CA
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Web development company Steelkiwi Inc. Was established in 2011. The agency specializes in Web Development and Mobile App Development, and is small.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 27 projectsFuzzy Math is a UX/UI design company specializing in User Experience and User Interface Design, offering services such as UX Discovery, user research, and design systems. Their reviews reflect overwhelmingly positive feedback, praising their professionalism, communication, and project management, with consistent on-time delivery and alignment with client values. Approximately 90% of reviewers commend their design talent, flexibility, and ability to adapt to client needs, showcasing expertise in User-Centered and Digital Interface Design.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Serves San Francisco, CAServices provided
See all 7 projectsMeticular is a user experience design company specializing in UX/UI design services, known for its comprehensive approach to digital interface design. Across the reviews, Meticular is frequently praised for its professionalism, expertise, and ability to seamlessly integrate with client teams, with 100% of reviewers mentioning their effective communication and responsiveness. Despite occasional delays, the overall client satisfaction remains high, emphasizing their commitment to delivering exceptional user-centered design solutions.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerSan Francisco, CA
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SiteAppy LLC is an Enterprise App Modernization company. The team focuses on Enterprise App Modernization and Custom Software Development and is in San Francisco, California.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Dublin, CA
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See all 8 projectsBigOhTech is a versatile technology company providing UX/UI design, software development, and data migration services. Their clients highlight the company's cost-effectiveness and timely deliverables, with approximately 67% of reviews noting their responsiveness and professional project management. However, some feedback suggests a potential improvement in reducing dependency on key personnel.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Ramon, CA
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See all 8 projectsdesignial is a UX/UI design company that specializes in user-centered design, offering services like developing prototypes, conducting user research, and improving digital interface designs. With a focus on enhancing user experiences, 100% of reviewers noted their impressive project management and strategic expertise, with no reported areas for improvement. The company consistently exceeds client expectations, showcasing a commitment to delivering high-quality, user-focused design solutions.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Fremont, CA
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See all 1 projects4 Way Technologies is a web and mobile app development company specializing in creating software solutions for railways and trains. Over 90% of reviewers commend their expertise and teamwork, highlighting efficient project management and successful delivery despite initial setbacks. The company is highly recommended for web and mobile app development services.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Branding agency Inque Studio was launched in 2022. The team offers Branding and Web Design and is in Málaga, Spain and San Francisco, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Launched in 2014, Jumpyr is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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MINDFLARES, a small Market Research company, is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Antelias, Lebanon. Their services include Market Research and UX/UI Design.
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Byte Aesthetics is a small San Francisco, California-based user experience agency. The team focuses on UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9El Cerrito, CA
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Rootid, a branding company, is headquartered in Sister Bay, Wisconsin and El Cerrito, California. The team provides Branding and Web Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Get It Built is an application development company established in 2017. Their team focuses on Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Sunnyvale, CA
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See all 10 projectsHakuna is a UX/UI design company praised for its strategic and user-centered design services. With 100% of the reviews highlighting their responsiveness, creativity, and adaptability, Hakuna is recognized for delivering high-quality interfaces and fostering strong client partnerships. Clients appreciate their ability to align with business goals, and 60% commend their effective project management and communication skills.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Palo Alto, CA
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See all 13 projectsInApp is a user experience design company that specializes in UX/UI and digital interface design services. Their reviews highlight an impressive project management capability and excellent communication, with 85% of feedback acknowledging their responsiveness and detail-oriented approach. However, 15% of reviews suggest room for improvement in timeline management and expectation setting. Overall, clients highly recommend InApp's services.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Mountain View, CA
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See all 2 projectsBASIC is a creative agency offering design and front-end development services, prominently known for their expertise in e-commerce solutions and key art design. Clients appreciate their dedication, with approximately 90% of reviews praising their commitment to projects, flexible project management, and innovative approaches. Their emphasis on client partnership and prioritizing people over profit is consistently highlighted across reviews.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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See all 22 projectsALMAX Design and Development Agency is a highly-rated agency specializing in UX/UI and digital interface design. Clients consistently praised their attention to detail and effective project management. Over 90% of reviewers noted that deliverables were on time and aligned with expectations, emphasizing the agency's responsiveness and strong communication skills. Their work is described as innovative, high-quality, and aligned with client needs.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Factory 360, a midsize Advertising company, is based in San Francisco, California and Los Angeles, California. Their services include Advertising and Direct Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Venables Bell & Partners is a San Francisco, California-based branding company. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Bite Communications is a branding firm. They are in San Francisco, California and London, England and have midsize team. Their team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Primitive Logic is a midsize data analytics company. Launched in 1984, the team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Santa Clara, CA
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See all 18 projectsMethod is a user experience and interface design company specializing in UX/UI Design and User-Centered Design. Overall, their reviews highlight exceptional project management with 100% of feedback being positive, emphasizing their excellent communication and design skills. Clients particularly appreciate their ability to integrate with internal teams and their dedication to creating effective digital interface designs.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerSan Francisco, CA
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MEANINGFUL SEO is a Content Marketing company headquartered in San Francisco, California. They provide Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2005.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Walnut Creek, CA
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Sketchy Digital, a graphic design agency, was established in 2020. The team offers Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Walnut Creek, CA
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Launched in 1994, Object Edge Inc is a custom software development firm. The team offers Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development and is in Walnut Creek, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Founded in 1987, The M-Line is a branding agency. The company focuses on Branding and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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ONWARD Agency is an Advertising company. The firm is in San Francisco, California. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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ROI·DNA is a small San Francisco, California-based branding firm. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Mobile application development firm Tenddo Inc was founded in 2009. The agency specializes in Mobile App Development and Mobile & App Marketing, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Madrone Studios is a social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Web Design and are in San Francisco, California.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Established in 2008, Pereira & O'Dell is a small SEO agency headquartered in San Francisco, California and New York, New York. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Eight Inc. Is a Market Research company established in 1989. The team offers Market Research and Interior Design.
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OPTIMYZ INTERACTIVE is a Content Marketing company headquartered in San Francisco, California. They specialize in Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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Upperquad is a branding agency. The San Francisco, California-based agency was founded in 2009. Their team specializes in Branding and Logo.
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Airlift is a branding firm. They specialize in Branding and Graphic Design and were founded in 2014.
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Designerds is a branding agency headquartered in San Francisco, California. They focus on Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Founded in 2013, Apptimize is an Application Testing company. The team provides Application Testing and Application Management & Support and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Dublin, CA
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See all 8 projectsProgressino LLC is a versatile IT services company specializing in cybersecurity, managed services, and web development. They receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism, effective project management, and affordable pricing. Clients commend their expertise in delivering timely solutions and seamless communication, with no areas for improvement noted in any of the reviews.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Danville, CA
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RedBlink Technologies is a midsize Digital Strategy company headquartered in Danville, California. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Pune, India
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See all 21 projectsYuj is a user experience and user interface design firm that excels in delivering creative and responsive UX/UI solutions. The company is praised for its creativity, collaborative spirit, and ability to produce top-notch designs, with around 85% of reviewers appreciating their proactive approach. However, improvements in design thinking and feedback management are areas noted by some clients.
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See all 5 projectsHyperArts is a web development company specializing in web design, database integration, and WordPress development, with expertise in handling complex scientific and commercial projects. Reviews indicate high client satisfaction, with 100% positive feedback on their project management, responsiveness, and professionalism. Clients value HyperArts' ability to deliver timely, quality solutions and appreciate their flexibility and understanding of client needs.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Berkeley, CA
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In Berkeley, California, RadiantBrands is a small Market Research company. Their services include Market Research and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Pier2 Marketing, a Market Research company, was founded in 2007. The agency specializes in Market Research and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Oliver + Sons is a San Francisco, California-based branding firm. They provide Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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Red Bridge Internet, a web design agency, is located in San Francisco, California. They offer Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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Century is a branding company. The San Francisco, California-based agency was launched in 2017. Their team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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List of the Top 15 San Francisco User Experience (UX) Agencies
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Redwood City, CA
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31.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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$50,000+Undisclosed50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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35.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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32.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Mateo, CA
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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34.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Berkeley, CA
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36.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Francisco, CA
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30.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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35.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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37.5/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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36.3/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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32.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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35.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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37.3/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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30.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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30.8/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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37.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Oakland, CA
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34/40.015.2/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49San Mateo, CA
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35.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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33.6/40.016/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Francisco, CA
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33.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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San Francisco UX Designer FAQs
Bay Area UX agencies sit at the center of world-class tech conferences, research labs, and venture capital networks. Designers here have first-hand experience with hyper-growth products like Airbnb, Uber, and Slack, so they’re adept at scaling UX for millions of users.
Moreover, local proximity speeds up user testing — agencies can tap diverse testers from universities such as Stanford or UC Berkeley within hours. If your team already works in Pacific Time, same-day collaboration and on-site workshops become frictionless.
According to recent Clutch pricing data, budgets for hiring SF-based UX agencies range:
- Solo consultants and small studios: $100 – $175 per hour
- Mid-size agencies: $150 – $250 per hour
- Elite design consultancies: $250 – $350+ per hour
A typical 8- to 12-week product redesign runs $40,000 – $150,000, while full-cycle product strategy engagements can exceed $250,000. Expect higher rates than national averages due to Bay Area labor costs, but also deeper expertise with complex SaaS, fintech, and enterprise systems.
San Francisco-based UX designers frequently work with a myriad of businesses and brands thanks to the Bay Area's diverse economy. It's common to see firms support:
- SaaS and B2B software
- Fintech and blockchain products
- Health tech and digital therapeutics
- Consumer marketplaces and on-demand services
- AI/ML platforms and data analytics tools
Many agencies maintain HIPAA-compliant workflows and WCAG accessibility specialists to meet stringent industry standards.
- Clarify your project’s specific goals: usability audit, full product design, or ongoing design ops.
- Review Clutch case studies for projects similar in scope and vertical.
- Ask about research methods—field studies, remote testing, analytics reviews.
- Confirm tool stack (Figma, Maze, Jira) aligns with your workflow.
- Request a pilot sprint to evaluate communication, iterations, and fit.
Take your time browsing through Clutch’s directories and leverage the resources we've prepared to help you navigate the market. Shortlist the top two or three firms that meet your requirements, then schedule an interview to discuss your project and get to know them better.
- One-size-fits-all proposals without user research or discovery phases.
- Reluctance to share process artifacts (personas, journey maps, usability metrics).
- Overpromising timelines that ignore recruiting, iteration, and developer handoff.
- Heavy outsourcing overseas without clear overlap hours—defeats the benefit of a local partner.
- Lack of accessibility or inclusive-design expertise, especially for regulated industries.
Stay alert when discussing with prospective vendors. Don't let red flags slip under your nose.