Top API Developers
APIs are the connective tissue of modern software — they let your applications talk to payment processors, third-party data sources, mobile clients, and internal microservices. When that integration breaks or scales poorly, the downstream impact is immediate.
API developers on Clutch are vetted through verified client reviews and detailed project histories, giving you a reliable basis for comparison before you hire. These firms handle the full range of API work: RESTful API design and development, GraphQL implementations, API security and authentication, third-party integrations, and legacy system connectivity. Browse software testing companies to vet your API layer after build, or explore the full API developers directory for detailed firm profiles and pricing.
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10% API Development20% Web Development15% E-Commerce Development +7 services10% Application Management & Support10% Custom Software Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web Design5% AR/VR Development5% Application Testing5% Other Application DevelopmentWebsite development company Digital Sail is headquartered in Yerevan, Armenia. They provide Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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10% API Development25% UX/UI Design25% Web Design +2 services25% Web Development15% LogoRealm Uprise Development, a web design agency, was launched in 2024. The company specializes in Web Design and UX/UI Design, and is small.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerGignac-la-Nerthe, France
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20% API Development20% AI Development20% Low/No Code Development +2 services20% Search Engine Optimization20% Web DevelopmentCode 66 is a SEO company established in 2024. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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10% API Development30% Mobile App Development15% E-Commerce Development +5 services10% Blockchain10% Custom Software Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web Development5% Web DesignSee all 1 projectsVerbose TechLabs offers comprehensive services in the realm of Application Programming Interface (API) Development, including multivendor platform solutions. The reviews highlight their expertise, timely delivery, and exceptional customer service. Clients appreciate their ability to implement ideas effectively and the overall value they provide, making Verbose TechLabs a recommended choice for API Programming and development projects.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newburyport, MA
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10% API Development20% DevOps Managed Services11% Cloud Consulting & SI +13 services10% Custom Software Development10% Enterprise App Modernization5% E-Commerce Development5% IT Strategy Consulting5% IoT Development5% Microservices Architecture Services5% Mobile App Development5% Web Development2% AI Development2% Application Management & Support2% IT Managed Services2% UX/UI Design1% Generative AIDevOps Managed Services company Elyxor was established in 2010. The team offers DevOps Managed Services and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49București, Romania
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10% API Development10% AR/VR Development10% Custom Software Development +12 services10% Web Design10% Web Development5% Application Management & Support5% Call Center Services5% Digital Engineering5% Direct Marketing5% Email Marketing5% Graphic Design5% Mobile App Development5% Other Digital Marketing5% SMS Marketing5% UX/UI DesignSyscom Digital is a web design company. Their small team of employees is located in București, Romania. Their team focuses on Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Johor Bahru, Malaysia
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10% API Development40% Custom Software Development20% CRM Consulting and SI +2 services20% Web Design10% AI DevelopmentXANTEC SOLUTIONS SDN BHD is a custom software development firm. Established in 2006, the company is based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kowloon, Hong Kong
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10% API Development50% E-Commerce Development10% Business Consulting +3 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Ecommerce Marketing10% Web DevelopmentWave Commerce is an e-commerce development company. They specialize in E-Commerce Development and Conversion Optimization and were founded in 2011.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Boynton Beach, FL
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10% API Development40% Web Development20% Custom Software Development +3 services10% Blockchain10% IT Staff Augmentation10% IT Strategy ConsultingLaunched in 2009, kommit is a website development firm. The small team focuses on Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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10% API Development40% Custom Software Development20% Mobile App Development +3 services10% AI Development10% IoT Development10% Web DevelopmentEstablished in 2008, Redmind, a small custom software development company, is in Stockholm, Sweden and Linköping, Sweden. Their team provides Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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10% API Development30% Unified Communications Consulting & SI15% CRM Consulting and SI +4 services15% Cloud Consulting & SI10% Custom Software Development10% IT Managed Services10% Other Application DevelopmentALCASYS Czech Republic, s.r.o., an unified communications consulting & SI company, was founded in 2022. The firm provides unified communications consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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10% API Development25% Cloud Consulting & SI20% Custom Software Development +3 services20% ERP Consulting and SI15% IT Staff Augmentation10% IT Managed ServicesEstablished in 1997, Japan Business Systems Technology is a small Torrance, California-based cloud consulting & SI company. Their services include cloud consulting & SI and ERP consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Rīga, Latvia
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10% API Development50% Custom Software Development10% AI Development +3 services10% E-Commerce Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web DevelopmentEfumo, a software development company, was founded in 2009. Located in Rīga, Latvia, the team specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Tartu, Estonia
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10% API Development10% Application Management & Support10% Custom Software Development +7 services10% DevOps Managed Services10% E-Commerce Development10% IoT Development10% Microservices Architecture Services10% Mobile App Development10% Other Application Development10% Web DevelopmentGotoAndPlay OÜ is a software development firm. Based in Tartu, Estonia and Tallinn, Estonia, their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Budapest, Hungary
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10% API Development35% Custom Software Development35% Web Development +2 services15% Other Application Development5% DevOps Managed ServicesRendesweb Kft. Is a software development company based in Budapest, Hungary. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Halifax, Canada
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10% API Development55% AI Agents20% Engineering +2 services10% AI Development5% Enterprise App ModernizationEstablished in 2020, KorrAI is a small AI Agents company. Their services include AI Agents and Engineering.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Paris, France
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10% API Development40% Custom Software Development20% AI Agents +2 services20% AI Development10% Low/No Code DevelopmentBienfait is a small custom software development company founded in 2022. Their services include Custom Software Development and AI Agents.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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10% API Development20% AI Development20% Custom Software Development +4 services20% Product Design10% AI Agents10% Mobile App Development10% UX/UI DesignAlster, a software development firm, is in Stockholm, Sweden. Their services include Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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15% API Development30% Web Development25% Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) +2 services20% Mobile App Development10% UX/UI DesignSee all 2 projectsReUnited Technologies Pvt. Ltd. offers web development, including website and matrimonial system development, as well as server management and deployment services. Reviews indicate that the company is dedicated, committed, and meets objectives clearly, delivering projects on time with a down-to-earth approach. The feedback suggests a high level of satisfaction with no noted areas for improvement.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Omaha, NE
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15% API Development70% Custom Software Development15% Web DevelopmentCustom software development firm Method Development was founded in 2005. The small team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Fayetteville, AR
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15% API Development30% E-Commerce Development10% Low/No Code Development +5 services10% Mobile App Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web Design10% Web Development5% AR/VR DevelopmentSmall e-commerce development company Candela, is based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brookvale, Australia
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15% API Development15% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI15% Custom Software Development +4 services15% IT Strategy Consulting15% Mobile App Development15% Web Development10% AI DevelopmentEstablished in 2002, Hidden Spark is an IT strategy consulting company. Their team focuses on IT strategy consulting and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Trumbull, CT
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15% API Development40% Custom Software Development25% UX/UI Design +1 service20% Application TestingLaunched in 1999, DLS Solutions, Inc. Is a custom software development company. Their team provides Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Basel, Switzerland
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15% API Development30% Web Development20% Computer Engineering +3 services20% Custom Software Development10% Application Management & Support5% DevOps Managed ServicesBitsblast GmbH is a website development company. Located in Basel, Switzerland, the company offers Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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15% API Development30% Custom Software Development25% Web Development +3 services10% AI Development10% Application Management & Support10% Mobile App DevelopmentAtinypixel Labs is a software development company. They are headquartered in Surat, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Thane, India
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15% API Development15% E-Commerce Development15% Robotics Process Automation +9 services10% Application Management & Support10% Web Development5% Advertising5% Branding5% DevOps Managed Services5% Low/No Code Development5% Microservices Architecture Services5% Mobile App Development5% Sales OutsourcingActify Business is an e-commerce development firm. Located in Thane, India, the firm was founded in 2019. Their team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Robotics Process Automation.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Gurugram, India
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15% API Development25% Web Development15% Web Design +5 services10% AI Development10% DevOps Managed Services10% Microservices Architecture Services10% Mobile App Development5% E-Commerce DevelopmentCoderlala Technologies Private Limited, a web development firm, is based in Gurugram, India. Founded in 2025, the team focuses on Web Development and API Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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15% API Development20% Custom Software Development20% Web Development +4 services15% UX/UI Design10% Application Testing10% Mobile App Development10% Product DesignCreativity Coder, a custom software development company, focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development. The firm is based in Ahmedabad, India.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Yerevan, Armenia
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15% API Development55% Custom Software Development15% E-Commerce Development +1 service15% Mobile App DevelopmentVMDG Incorporated is a software development firm headquartered in Yerevan, Armenia. They provide Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development and were launched in 2014.
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15% API Development15% Application Testing10% AI Agents +7 services10% Custom Software Development10% Digital Engineering10% E-Commerce Development10% Mobile App Development10% Web Development5% Cybersecurity5% IoT DevelopmentAPI Development company Conimex IT was established in 1992. The team specializes in API Development and Application Testing.
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15% API Development20% Custom Software Development20% Web Development +3 services15% E-Commerce Development15% Mobile App Development15% Other Application DevelopmentAdam Apps Private limited is a software development company established in 2023. Their team offers Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Warszawa, Poland
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15% API Development60% AI Development25% Custom Software Development12PM is an artificial intelligence development company. They were established in 2008, and their services include Artificial Intelligence and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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15% API Development30% Custom Software Development25% AI Agents +2 services20% AI Development10% CRM Consulting and SIInfosoftbd Solutions is a custom software development company. The Dhaka, Bangladesh-based agency was established in 2023. Their team offers Custom Software Development and AI Agents.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Noida, India
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15% API Development15% Microservices Architecture Services15% Product Design +7 services15% UX/UI Design10% AI Development10% Generative AI5% Architectural Design5% Digital Engineering5% Mobile App Development5% Web DevelopmentSmall API Development company Khaira Digital Solution Pvt Ltd, is in Noida, India. The team focuses on API Development and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jaipur, India
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15% API Development20% Mobile App Development20% Web Development +7 services15% UX/UI Design5% AI Development5% E-Commerce Development5% Email Marketing5% IT Managed Services5% SMS Marketing5% Web DesignEarning Planer IT Services is a mobile application development company. They are in Jaipur, India and have small team. They specialize in Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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15% API Development30% Web Development10% Custom Software Development +9 services5% AI Consulting5% AI Development5% Business Consulting5% E-Commerce Development5% ERP Consulting and SI5% Email Marketing5% Mobile App Development5% UX/UI Design5% Web DesignCodeConfessions is a website development company headquartered in New Delhi, India. Established in 2026, the team provides Web Development and API Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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15% API Development20% Custom Software Development20% Web Design +4 services20% Web Development10% Application Testing10% Mobile App Development5% UX/UI DesignAlcedoTech is a software development company launched in 2025. The small team specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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15% API Development25% Custom Software Development25% Mobile App Development +3 services15% AI Development10% E-Commerce Development10% Web DevelopmentFounded in 2026, Creavix Technologies is a small Surat, India-based custom software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Guadalajara, Mexico
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15% API Development20% Web Design15% Custom Software Development +9 services10% IT Managed Services5% AI Development5% Application Management & Support5% Cloud Consulting & SI5% E-Commerce Development5% Enterprise App Modernization5% Mobile App Development5% UX/UI Design5% Web DevelopmentAcinsoft Services is a web design agency. Launched in 2010, the firm offers Web Design and API Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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15% API Development35% Custom Software Development35% IoT Development +1 service15% AI DevelopmentFieldzora, a custom software development company, was launched in 2026. The team provides Custom Software Development and IoT development and is located in Toronto, Canada.
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15% API Development20% AI Development15% Custom Software Development +6 services15% Web Development10% AI Consulting10% Mobile App Development5% AI Agents5% DevOps Managed Services5% Marketing StrategyMomotombo Devs is an artificial intelligence company established in 2026. The small team provides Artificial Intelligence and API Development.
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15% API Development15% Blockchain15% Custom Software Development +5 services15% E-Commerce Development15% Mobile App Development15% Web Development5% AI Development5% Low/No Code DevelopmentSmall API Development company Low Code Nest, is headquartered in Lahore, Pakistan. The team specializes in API Development and Custom Software Development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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10% API Development45% Custom Software Development20% Mobile App Development +3 services15% Microservices Architecture Services5% Blockchain5% Web DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsSCALE-DEV specializes in developing CRM solutions tailored for lead management, property management, and unit costing. The reviews highlight their ability to deliver projects punctually and effectively, with impressive team management and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their alignment with company values and budget-friendly pricing, contributing to successful and efficient project outcomes.
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10% API Development10% Application Testing10% Content Marketing +7 services10% Custom Software Development10% Mobile App Development10% Pay Per Click10% Search Engine Optimization10% UX/UI Design10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentKarnalwebtech, a small Content Marketing company, is in Karnal, India. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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10% API Development35% AI Development35% Web Development +1 service20% BrandingBandrau is an artificial intelligence development company. The Castellar del Vallès, Spain-based company focuses on Artificial Intelligence and Web Development.
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10% API Development40% IT Strategy Consulting30% Custom Software Development +1 service20% AI DevelopmentGridfused Technologies, a small IT strategy consulting company, is located in Tallinn, Estonia. The team offers IT strategy consulting and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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15% API Development25% Custom Software Development25% Web Development +5 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Web Design5% CRM Consulting and SI5% ERP Consulting and SI5% IT Strategy ConsultingSee all 6 projectsSacesta Technologies delivers advanced solutions in various domains, including travel booking engines, e-commerce, hospital and school management systems, POS, ERP, CRM, personal and business
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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15% API Development15% Microservices Architecture Services10% AI Development +7 services10% CRM Consulting and SI10% E-Commerce Development10% Mobile App Development10% Search Engine Optimization10% Social Media Marketing5% Custom Software Development5% Web DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsInno Panda is a Singapore-based technology and digital solutions company delivering world-class IT and digital services to businesses worldwide. We specialize in custom software development, mobile
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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15% API Development35% Web Development20% Mobile App Development +3 services10% AI Development10% Custom Software Development10% Low/No Code DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsIndent Technologies LLP specializes in developing robust and scalable backend solutions, particularly utilizing Python and Django, for mobile applications. The reviews highlight the company's technical expertise, commitment to quality, and effective project management, with clients praising their seamless communication and proactive problem-solving. While there is room for improvement in documentation and post-launch support, their dedication to client success and ability to deliver efficient solutions make them a highly recommended partner.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Vehari, Pakistan
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15% API Development30% Custom Software Development20% AI Development +3 services15% E-Commerce Development10% Low/No Code Development10% Web DesignHKS Tech Labs, a custom software development company, was launched in 2016. The team offers Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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List of the Top 15 API Development Services
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999São Paulo, Brazil
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49St. Louis, MO
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Stamford, England
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Zymna Voda, Ukraine
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Wilder, KY
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33.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Castrop-Rauxel, Germany
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33.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Luzern, Switzerland
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32.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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32.9/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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32.5/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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31.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kharkiv, Ukraine
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31.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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31.7/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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31.7/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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31.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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28.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Blue Ash, OH
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29.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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31.1/40.018/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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31.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Koog aan de Zaan, Netherlands
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29.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Islamabad, Pakistan
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31.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249České Budějovice, Czech Republic
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31.3/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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30.6/40.019.2/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kraków, Poland
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29.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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29.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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API Development FAQs
Clutch features companies that design, build, and document scalable APIs that power integrations and modern applications quarterly based on a proprietary methodology. The top API development companies for 2026 include:
API developers design, build, and maintain the interfaces that allow software systems to communicate. Most of these dedicated firms offer a multitude of specialized and tailored services, such as:
- Defining data structures and endpoints
- Writing server-side logic
- Implementing authentication protocols like OAuth 2.0 or API keys
- Handling rate limiting and error responses
- Documenting the API for internal or external consumers
Many API developers also handle integration work — connecting your product to third-party services like Stripe, Salesforce, or Twilio.
Recent Clutch pricing data shows that simple third-party integrations generally fall in the $5,000 – $25,000 range, while custom-built API platforms for enterprise applications can exceed $100,000.
Hourly rates for API development firms typically range from $25 – $149 per hour, depending on a range of factors, including the firm's location, seniority, and specialization. Compare pricing against other providers and thoroughly review the cost breakdown to ensure transparency before signing any contracts.
A development firm brings structured processes, dedicated QA, and built-in redundancy. Firms also tend to have formal security practices, code review workflows, and experience managing integrations at scale.
For complex builds involving multiple third-party systems, authentication layers, or ongoing versioning, a company typically offers more stability, accountability, and long-term support capacity than a freelancer.
Match the AP development firm's experience to your technical requirements. A team with a deep REST and Node.js background will serve a different need than one specializing in GraphQL or enterprise middleware.
After that, make sure to review their Clutch profiles for relevant project examples and ask candidates how they handle API versioning, backward compatibility, and security vulnerabilities. Shortlist the top two or three promising partners that meet your initial assessment, then schedule an interview with their team to discuss your project and personally gauge their fit.
Watch for firms that jump straight to implementation without a discovery or design phase — poorly planned APIs are expensive to refactor. Other red flags that you should be aware of include no mention of documentation deliverables, vague answers about authentication and data security, and unwillingness to share code samples or past integration case studies.
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