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$50,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Zagreb, Croatia
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30% Enterprise App Modernization30% Cloud Consulting & SI25% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI +2 services10% IT Managed Services5% IT Strategy ConsultingCROZ is an Enterprise App Modernization company located in Zagreb, Croatia. Their services include Enterprise App Modernization and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999San Mateo, CA
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50% Enterprise App Modernization50% Custom Software DevelopmentFounded in 2003, Augmentum, Inc. Is a software development firm and Enterprise App Modernization company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Baarn, Netherlands
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50% Enterprise App Modernization30% Custom Software Development10% IT Strategy Consulting +1 service10% Other Application DevelopmentCoMakeIT is a Baarn, Netherlands-based Enterprise App Modernization company. Their services include Enterprise App Modernization and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Menlo Park, CA
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50% Enterprise App Modernization10% Application Testing10% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI +3 services10% Cloud Consulting & SI10% Custom Software Development10% Mobile App DevelopmentKumaran Systems is a Menlo Park, California-based Enterprise App Modernization company. Founded in 1991, the team focuses on Enterprise App Modernization and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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10% Enterprise App Modernization10% AI Development10% Cloud Consulting & SI +11 services10% Custom Software Development10% Mobile App Development10% Web Design5% Application Management & Support5% Branding5% DevOps Managed Services5% IT Strategy Consulting5% IoT Development5% Product Design5% Search Engine Optimization5% UX/UI DesignCybersoft North America Inc. Is a small web design company based in Houston, Texas and Lahore, Pakistan. The team focuses on Web Design and cloud consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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20% Enterprise App Modernization30% Custom Software Development20% IT Strategy Consulting +4 services10% API Development10% Mobile App Development5% ERP Consulting and SI5% IT Staff AugmentationImportare Software, a custom software development company, was launched in 2015. They focuses on Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tangerang, Indonesia
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14% Enterprise App Modernization15% Custom Software Development15% Web Development +4 services14% Mobile App Development14% Other Application Development14% UX/UI Design14% Wearable App DevelopmentCommsult Indonesia, a midsize custom software development firm, is headquartered in Tangerang, Indonesia. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Wrocław, Poland
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15% Enterprise App Modernization30% Custom Software Development15% API Development +6 services10% IT Strategy Consulting10% Low/No Code Development5% AI Development5% Application Testing5% Cloud Consulting & SI5% DevOps Managed ServicesEstablished in 2023, Devone Software is a small custom software development firm. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Bristol, England
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20% Enterprise App Modernization35% Custom Software Development20% Application Management & Support +2 services15% Mobile App Development10% Web DevelopmentSoftware development firm Amdaris is based in Bristol, England and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Southfield, MI
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10% Enterprise App Modernization15% Custom Software Development10% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI +7 services10% Blockchain10% Cybersecurity10% E-Commerce Development10% IT Managed Services10% Mobile App Development10% Web Design5% Application TestingSee all 1 projectsTrajectus offers software architecture, development, and bespoke development services. The reviews consistently highlight their expertise, timely project management, and ability to deliver actionable outcomes. Clients appreciate Trajectus for their strong alignment with company values and excellent communication, resulting in high satisfaction with the project results.
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Prague, Czech Republic
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50% Enterprise App Modernization30% Custom Software Development20% IT Strategy ConsultingStratox Enterprises, an Enterprise App Modernization company, is located in Prague, Czech Republic. They provide Enterprise App Modernization and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Shilaj, India
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50% Enterprise App Modernization50% ERP Consulting and SILaunched in 1991, SourcePro Infotech Pvt. Ltd. Is an ERP consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization company. Their team specializes in ERP consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ostrava, Czech Republic
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15% Enterprise App Modernization20% Custom Software Development15% Cybersecurity +7 services15% IT Staff Augmentation10% Cloud Consulting & SI5% AI Development5% AR/VR Development5% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI5% DevOps Managed Services5% IoT DevelopmentThybit is a custom software development firm. In Ostrava, Czech Republic and Prague, Czech Republic, the agency was founded in 2019. Their team provides Custom Software Development and
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
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20% Enterprise App Modernization20% Custom Software Development20% Web Development +4 services10% AR/VR Development10% Low/No Code Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web DesignSwordmonkey Studios Inc. Is a software development company founded in 2021. The agency focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lisboa, Portugal
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50% Enterprise App Modernization20% IT Managed Services20% Mobile App Development +1 service10% IT Strategy ConsultingBlue Screen IT Solutions is a Lisboa, Portugal-based Enterprise App Modernization company. Launched in 2000, the team offers Enterprise App Modernization and IT managed services.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Histon, England
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20% Enterprise App Modernization30% IT Staff Augmentation25% Custom Software Development +1 service25% Product DesignFounded in 2013, Fluent is an IT staff augmentation company. The small team offers IT staff augmentation and Product Design.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bakı, Azerbaijan
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50% Enterprise App Modernization30% Mobile App Development20% AR/VR DevelopmentAzDimension is an Enterprise App Modernization company. The team is headquartered in Bakı, Azerbaijan, and their services include Enterprise App Modernization and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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10% Enterprise App Modernization10% AI Consulting10% AI Development +7 services10% AR/VR Development10% Blockchain10% Custom Software Development10% IT Staff Augmentation10% IoT Development10% Wearable App Development10% Web DesignIbda Dynamics, an IT staff augmentation company, is in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The team focuses on IT staff augmentation and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bruxelles, Belgium
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70% Enterprise App Modernization15% Corporate Training & Coaching15% IT Strategy ConsultingFounded in 2016, PREGIOTEK, a small Enterprise App Modernization company, is based in Bruxelles, Belgium. Their services include Enterprise App Modernization and IT strategy consulting.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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60% Enterprise App Modernization20% IT Strategy Consulting15% Robotics Process Automation +1 service5% Other Application DevelopmentLaunched in 2020, Kumo Partners is a small Chicago, Illinois-based Enterprise App Modernization company. Their services include Enterprise App Modernization and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ciudad de México, Mexico
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50% Enterprise App Modernization50% ERP Consulting and SIAddControl is a midsize Ciudad de México, Mexico-based ERP consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization company. Their services include ERP consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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50% Enterprise App Modernization50% ERP Consulting and SIERP consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization company Odolution specializes in ERP consulting and SI and Enterprise App Modernization. They were established in 2022.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Cheyenne, WY
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70% Enterprise App Modernization30% AI DevelopmentEnterprise App Modernization company Ozgar AI focuses on Enterprise App Modernization and Artificial Intelligence. They were established in 2024.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Athina, Greece
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10% Enterprise App Modernization25% Custom Software Development15% Cloud Consulting & SI +8 services10% Cybersecurity10% Digital Strategy5% Application Management & Support5% Business Consulting5% CRM Consulting and SI5% IT Strategy Consulting5% Search Engine Optimization5% Web DevelopmentNUS Solutions is a custom software development firm in Athina, Greece. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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70% Enterprise App Modernization10% Cloud Consulting & SI10% Custom Software Development +1 service10% ERP Consulting and SIAmberteq is a small Enterprise App Modernization company. Founded in 2018, the team offers Enterprise App Modernization and cloud consulting & SI.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Farmington Hills, MI
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20% Enterprise App Modernization10% Application Management & Support10% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI +7 services10% Custom Software Development10% IT Staff Augmentation10% Mobile App Development10% UX/UI Design10% Web Design5% AI Development5% Cloud Consulting & SISoftura is a midsize Farmington Hills, Michigan-based Application Management & Support company. Their services include Application Management & Support and Enterprise App Modernization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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10% Enterprise App Modernization25% Custom Software Development25% Mobile App Development +3 services20% Web Development10% AI Development10% E-Commerce DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsVGD Technologies is a Top-Rated, Award-Winning IT company delivering cutting-edge technology solutions across Mobile App Development, Web Development, Custom Software, UI/UX Design, ERP/CRM, Cloud,
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Lenexa, KS
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25% Enterprise App Modernization40% Custom Software Development10% IT Staff Augmentation +4 services10% IT Strategy Consulting7% Mobile App Development5% Cloud Consulting & SI3% UX/UI DesignKeyhole Software is a software development company based in Lenexa, Kansas. Their services include Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization.
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10% Enterprise App Modernization50% Mobile App Development30% Custom Software Development +2 services5% Application Management & Support5% Wearable App DevelopmentSee all 2 projectsClear App Development is a mobile app development company with diverse feedback from clients. One review highlights their failure to deliver a functional product, with poor communication and unfulfilled promises, resulting in financial disputes. Conversely, another client praises their excellent communication and project management, resulting in a successful app, although the project eventually ceased. Approximately 50% of reviewers mention communication as a key theme in their feedback.
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The feedback regarding Clear App Development's communication is overwhelmingly positive. Clients highlighted their 'outstanding' communication, noting consistent updates via emails, texts, and phone calls throughout the project lifecycle. One client specifically appreciated the monthly in-person meetings and the company's commitment to clarifying details to ensure the final product met their specifications. Overall, the sentiment reflects a strong emphasis on effective and proactive communication.-
Development of a Location-based Workout Challenge App
5.0 Feb 22, 2017They communicated with me throughout the process. I asked for some changes, so it took a little longer. They wanted to do things perfectly, so they clarified the information with me to ensure they were developing the app to my specifications. Their communication was outstanding. I received emails, texts, and phone calls when they ran into a problem or needed some advice.
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Industry Experience
Clear App Development has experience in the Education and Information Technology sectors. In Education, feedback indicates challenges with project management and customer service, resulting in dissatisfaction. Conversely, in Information Technology, the provider demonstrated strong communication and responsiveness, leading to a positive experience. Overall, potential clients in the Information Technology industry may find Clear App Development to be a better fit due to their effective communication and project handling, while those in Education should proceed with caution regarding project execution.
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Clients' feedback on Clear App Development indicates mixed sentiments regarding cost and value for money. One client highlighted an investment of $7,000 but criticized the company's inability to deliver a functional product, leading to dissatisfaction and unresponsiveness regarding a refund. Conversely, another client noted a $4,000 investment with satisfactory communication and timely delivery, although the project's longevity was questioned. Overall, while some appreciate the initial engagement, concerns about deliverables and after-service support persist.Was this helpful?
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pimpri-Chinchwad, India
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10% Enterprise App Modernization40% Custom Software Development10% AI Development +4 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Microservices Architecture Services10% Mobile App Development10% Robotics Process AutomationLaunched in 1996, Mechsoft Digital Technologies is a custom software development firm. The firm specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development, and is small.
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List of the Top 15 Legacy Modernization Services
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$5,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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35.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Enterprise App Modernization70% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Kraków, Poland
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Enterprise App Modernization85% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Wrocław, Poland
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35.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Enterprise App Modernization60% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Miami, FL
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36.3/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Enterprise App Modernization70% Other -
$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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35.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
45% Enterprise App Modernization55% Other -
$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
45% Enterprise App Modernization55% Other -
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Orlando, FL
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Enterprise App Modernization90% Other -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London, England
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37.8/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Enterprise App Modernization80% Other -
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Warszawa, Poland
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Enterprise App Modernization90% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Atlanta, GA
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37.4/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Enterprise App Modernization85% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999L'viv, Ukraine
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38.8/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
11% Enterprise App Modernization89% Other -
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Conshohocken, PA
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36.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Enterprise App Modernization70% Other -
$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Southborough, MA
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32.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Atlanta, GA
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34.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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38/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Enterprise App Modernization80% Other -
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Montréal, Canada
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37.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Rybnik, Poland
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35.7/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Enterprise App Modernization70% Other -
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Frisco, TX
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37.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Enterprise App Modernization85% Other -
$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Stuttgart, Germany
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38.4/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Lakewood, CO
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39.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Enterprise App Modernization90% Other -
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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35.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Enterprise App Modernization70% Other -
$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Portland, OR
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35.3/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Enterprise App Modernization70% Other -
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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37.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Unterschleißheim, Germany
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35.1/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Enterprise App Modernization80% Other -
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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36.9/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Enterprise App Modernization80% Other -
$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Belfast, Northern Ireland
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36.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Enterprise App Modernization80% Other -
$100,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Melbourne, Australia
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32.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Enterprise App Modernization60% Other -
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Palo Alto, CA
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36.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Enterprise App Modernization85% Other -
$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kraków, Poland
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36.7/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Enterprise App Modernization80% Other -
$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Warszawa, Poland
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34.6/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Enterprise App Modernization80% Other
Top App Modernization Agencies
App modernization companies upgrade, refactor, or re-platform legacy software so it performs like a modern, cloud-ready application. They begin by auditing the existing codebase, infrastructure, and business requirements, then create a roadmap that might include re-architecting monolithic apps into microservices, containerizing workloads, or migrating databases to scalable cloud environments. Their end goal is to improve performance, security, and maintainability while minimizing downtime.
Most firms deliver a mix of strategic and technical services, such as:
- Legacy code assessment and technical debt analysis
- Re-platforming (e.g., on-prem to AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Code refactoring and re-architecting into microservices
- API enablement and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- UI/UX refresh and mobile optimization
- Data migration, cleansing, and database modernization
- Ongoing maintenance, DevOps, and cloud cost optimization
Pricing varies widely depending on project scope, complexity, and the tech stack involved. Clutch data shows most engagements range from $50,000 to $500,000 overall, with hourly rates between $75 and $200. Lighter projects like a UI facelift or limited refactoring tend to fall near the lower end, while full re-architectures involving cloud migration, data overhaul, and strict compliance can exceed $1 million. Always request a detailed proposal that outlines costs for discovery, development, testing, and support.
When choosing the best right app modernization for your business, consider these:
- Review expertise: Look for case studies that mirror your tech stack (Java, .NET, PHP) and industry compliance needs.
- Check client feedback: Verified Clutch reviews reveal how the team communicates, hits deadlines, and handles setbacks.
- Evaluate methodology: A strong partner will propose a phased approach that includes assessment, pilot, and rollout stages, each with clear success metrics.
- Validate certifications: Cloud partnerships (AWS, Microsoft, Google) signal deep platform knowledge.
- Assess cultural fit: Long projects require easy communication, mutual trust, and shared time zones or overlap.
These are some of the red flags that you should watch for when hiring an app modernization company:
- Guaranteed timelines before an audit: Accurate estimates require a code and infrastructure review.
- Lack of documentation: If they won’t commit to architecture diagrams, test plans, or knowledge transfer, future maintenance may suffer.
- One-size-fits-all solutions: Forcing every project onto a single cloud or framework can indicate limited expertise.
- Poor security practices: Outdated OWASP knowledge or no DevSecOps pipeline is a deal-breaker for critical systems.
- Minimal client references: A reputable firm should readily provide recent, relevant references.
Here are some questions you can ask app modernization companies before hiring them:
- Which modernization strategies (rehost, refactor, re-architect) do you recommend for our stack, and why?
- Can you share success metrics from similar projects—e.g., performance gains or cost reductions?
- What is your approach to minimizing downtime during migration?
- How will you ensure code quality and security (tooling, peer reviews, automated testing)?
- What support and knowledge-transfer do you provide after launch?
- How do you handle scope changes and unforeseen legacy issues?
Partnering with specialists accelerates time-to-value. Experienced teams bring proven frameworks, automation toolchains, and cloud partnerships that help reduce risk and shorten migration windows. Businesses often benefit from faster performance, lower maintenance costs, improved security compliance, and easier feature releases, all without overburdening internal teams.
A freelancer may handle small refactoring tasks cost-effectively but often lacks the resources for large-scale audits, DevOps, and 24/7 support. Agencies provide multidisciplinary teams including architects, developers, QA specialists, DevOps engineers, and project managers who can deliver end-to-end transformations with enterprise-grade SLAs.
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