Top E-Commerce Developers
The right e-commerce development partner turns clicks into customers. Clutch simplifies your search by showcasing verified reviews, detailed portfolios, and transparent pricing for leading e-commerce development agencies. Every company in our directory passes a rigorous vetting process that includes in-depth client interviews and quantitative performance metrics. Use the filters to narrow results by budget, location, tech stack, or industry focus, and compare firms in key markets such as e-commerce development companies in the United States, e-commerce development firms in the United Kingdom, and e-commerce development providers in Canada.
Looking for BigCommerce services? Check out our directory of Top BigCommerce Developers worldwide.
To complement your e-commerce development efforts, you can also explore our global list of e-commerce marketing companies that help attract shoppers, optimize conversions, and grow long-term revenue.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Bloomington, MNServices provided
See all 23 projectsAugust Ash is a comprehensive web development and digital marketing agency known for its design, SEO, and website management services. The company receives predominantly positive feedback, with approximately 87% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism, timeliness, and communication skills. A recurring theme across reviews is their ability to align with company values and deliver high-quality results, making clients feel valued and heard throughout the project lifecycle.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, CanadaServices provided
See all 1 projectsBlue Badger is an E-Commerce Development company specializing in online store development and e-commerce website design. Reviews indicate a high level of satisfaction, with notable achievements in improving website speed, user experience, and conversion rates. 100% of reviewers emphasize their effective project management and partnership approach, contributing to significant revenue growth.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Services provided
See all 10 projectsSUPLEX is an E-Commerce Development company specializing in designing and developing online stores. Reviewers highlight their flexibility and collaborative nature, though they faced some project delays. Approximately 100% of feedback appreciated their dedication to quality outcomes, while suggestions included improving project timelines and increasing communication frequency.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Cebu City, Philippines
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Launched in 2016, Cody Web Development Inc is a software development company. The company specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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NRavish Solutions is a SEO company. They were established in 2009, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab EmiratesServices provided
See all 91 projectsTechgropse FZC LLC is a web and e-commerce development company praised for its excellent project management and professional approach. Across reviews, 100% of clients commend their ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality results. Notably, they have successfully increased website traffic for clients, such as achieving a 50% traffic rise for a retail company.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Toruń, PolandServices provided
See all 27 projectsChop-Chop is an E-Commerce Development firm renowned for crafting efficient and user-friendly online stores. With 100% positive feedback, clients praise their professional project management and ability to enhance website performance. Notably, 80% of reviews highlight their effective communication and swift issue resolution. Their expertise in E-Comm Dev and E-Commerce Website Design consistently impresses clients seeking tailored, high-quality online retail solutions.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Austin, TX
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Global Digi Soft is a software development firm. Established in 2017, the company is in Austin, Texas and patna, India. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Baltimore, MD
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Freight Shippers Leads is a web design agency established in 2017. The agency provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is midsize.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999
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Founded in 2019, App Design Engine is a midsize web design company. Their services include Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Kampala, Uganda
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Based in Kampala, Uganda, OTHEE Technologies Co., Ltd is a business intelligence company. Launched in 2012, the team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999
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Cyber Instant Pvt. Ltd. Is a software development firm launched in 2015. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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JBB Technologies Private Limited is an IT strategy consulting company. Based in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, India, the company focuses on IT strategy consulting and Custom Software Development.
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See all 1 projects"At TechZenix, our values guide every solution we create. We combine innovation, technology, and creativity to build digital experiences that help businesses grow. We focus on delivering
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Uden, Netherlands
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Euforie Online is a small Uden, Netherlands-based web design company. The team specializes in Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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See all 1 projectsInfikey Technologies offers website and mobile app development, PPC and SEO efforts, and digital marketing services. Clients commend their responsiveness, technical expertise, and cooperative nature, highlighting the fast, flexible, and user-friendly results of their development work. The company is noted for its strong project management and quick resolution of technical issues.
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Launched in 2022, Devbucket is a website development company. The team focuses on Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Tanmoy Biswas is a Dhaka, Bangladesh-based web development firm. The team provides Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Tragad, India
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Qonsult Business Solutions is a custom software development company. Their team is located in Tragad, India and Tragad, India. The firm provides Custom Software Development and cloud consulting &
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Established in 2025, Logic Bunch is a small Lahore, Pakistan-based user experience design agency. Their services include UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsEvince Infotech offers web development and software development services, specializing in PHP Laravel for job portal sites. The reviews consistently highlight their technical expertise, commitment to quality, and reliability. Clients commend their exceptional IT solutions and describe their work as a partnership, emphasizing the company’s dedication and ability to exceed expectations. Their services are highly recommended, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tallinn, Estonia
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QBRI Digital, a web development company, was established in 2021. The team provides Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsWeb Click India offers services in website designing and digital promotion. Based on the reviewed feedback, the client experienced severe dissatisfaction with the company's performance, citing poor design results, lack of responsiveness, and unfulfilled promises. Overall, the feedback portrays Web Click India in a negative light, suggesting significant room for improvement in both service delivery and communication.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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WebBox365 is a small e-commerce development company. Launched in 1999, the team provides E-Commerce Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kharkiv, Ukraine
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Fast IT is a small web development company headquartered in Kharkiv, Ukraine. Their services include Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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The Weblogy is a web development firm. The small Bakersfield, California-based team specializes in Web Development and E-Commerce Development. The agency was established in 2023.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Founded in 2005, Monde Sound&Vision is a small London, England-based web design company. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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See all 2 projectsSolvee Studio specializes in developing complex app ecosystems, including web and mobile applications, with expertise in technologies like PHP/Sylius and ReactJS/ReactNative. Reviews highlight their strong project management, communication skills, and ability to understand the business domain, leading to efficient development processes. Clients appreciate Solvee Studio's architectural planning and coding skills, although improvements in Java development were noted.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New Town, India
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Established in 2012, Web Idea Solution is a midsize custom software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Walchwil, Switzerland
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See all 1 projectsLotus Creative specializes in E-Commerce Development, offering comprehensive services such as online store development and e-commerce website design. Overall feedback highlights their strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to deliver projects on time, making them a reliable partner for e-commerce initiatives. Clients appreciate their alignment with company values and the personalized approach they bring to each project.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dnipro, Ukraine
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AmbrozSoft is a software development firm. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design, and the agency is headquartered in Dnipro, Ukraine.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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CloudActive Labs (India) Pvt. Ltd is an IT staff augmentation company launched in 2017. The agency provides IT staff augmentation and Mobile App Development, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerCanterbury, England
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Scott Nnaghor is a web design agency based in Canterbury, England. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chandigarh, India
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Launched in 2016, C-Cube Solutions is a mobile app development company. The team provides Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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THE JOINT APPS is a mobile app development company. Launched in 2019, the firm provides Mobile App Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999
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See all 1 projectsPro Design Minds is a web development company that has received negative feedback from clients. According to 100% of the reviewers, the company failed to deliver the promised website and did not provide satisfactory customer service. Concerns about professionalism and project management were prevalent, with multiple clients highlighting their dissatisfaction.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahiwal, Pakistan
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R Digital Marketing is a SEO agency based in Sahiwal, Pakistan. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Poznań, Poland
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In Poznań, Poland, Grupa Improve is a SEO company. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2013.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Koper - Capodistria, Slovenia
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Located in Koper - Capodistria, Slovenia, NGN MEDIA is a small web development firm. Their services include Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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9sleek – Growth Systems Partner is a small e-commerce development company launched in 2023. Their team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Tallinn, Estonia
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Established in 2019, Kodulehe tegemine OÜ is an e-commerce development firm. Located in Tallinn, Estonia, the team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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See all 1 projectsAt Kiwi Commerce, we specialise in delivering high-quality, custom web development services, including Magento, Shopify, Wordpress and Hyva Theme solutions. As a leading web development and digital
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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AG Prime is a web development company. In Cluj, Romania and , their small team offers Web Development and E-Commerce Development. The firm was founded in 2008.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Madrid, Spain
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MOddity is an application development company. Based in Madrid, Spain and Lleida, Spain, their team focuses on Mobile App Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Derby, England
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Small website development company Adaptive Web Ltd., is headquartered in Derby, England. The team specializes in Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Established in 2004, Liquid Bubble, a small custom software development firm, is located in London, England and Nairobi, Kenya. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Vadavalli, India
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Exlcart, an e-commerce development company, was established in 2014. Headquartered in Vadavalli, India, the team provides E-Commerce Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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Hermes Infotech is a small Singapore, Singapore-based mobile app development firm. Their services include Mobile App Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Virtual Tech Ninja is an e-commerce development firm based in Las Vegas, Nevada and India. Launched in 2019, the team offers E-Commerce Development and Business Consulting.
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Noshway is a small Berkeley, California-based application development firm. Their services include Mobile App Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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Established in 2023, Creative Media Agency is an e-commerce development company. The firm offers E-Commerce Development and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Ink Web Solutions is a website development firm. The Chandiarh, India-based agency focuses on Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Aligarh, India
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LETSCMS MLM Software is a custom software development company. They provide Custom Software Development and Web Development and were launched in 2018. The company is based in Aligarh, India.
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E-commerce development company Freshpixl Creative Agency was founded in 2014. Located in Colombo, Sri Lanka, the team offers E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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Based in Dresden, Germany, Accesstive is an e-commerce development firm. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Compliance Consulting.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Irving, TX
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Milton Keynes, England
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tallinn, Estonia
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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39.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Altadena, CA
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39.1/40.020/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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39.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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39.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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39.1/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Coral Springs, FL
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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38.3/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Haapsalu, Estonia
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38.1/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Berlin, Germany
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37.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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37.7/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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37.6/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Wrocław, Poland
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38.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Rzeszów, Poland
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37.3/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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37.2/40.020/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Ahmedabad, India
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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37.1/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, ME
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37.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Kolkata, India
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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36.7/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Redwood City, CA
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36.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Beograd, Serbia
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36.4/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Kolkata, India
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39/40.020/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Toronto, Canada
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36.9/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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36.3/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Montevideo, Uruguay
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36.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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36.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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E-Commerce Development Company FAQs
E-commerce development companies design, build, and optimize online stores that handle product catalogs, secure payments, and order fulfillment. They translate business goals into scalable digital storefronts, integrate third-party APIs, and ensure each site meets usability, security, and compliance to standards like PCI DSS and GDPR.
E-commerce development companies are dedicated to helping businesses design, build, and deploy cutting-edge online stores. They typically offer services such as:
- E-commerce web development and architecture
- Custom or platform-based development (i.e., Shopify, Magento, and WooCommerce)
- UI/UX and web design (i.e., mobile responsiveness and conversion-focused layouts)
- Payment gateway and ERP/CRM integrations
- Performance optimization and QA testing
- Migration and re-platforming
- Ongoing support, security patches, and feature enhancements
Many full-service firms also offer digital marketing and analytics to maximize ROI. Make sure you inquire about their expertise and additional services when discussing your project with potential partners.
On Clutch, most e-commerce development projects range from around $10,000 to over $150,000. Many factors contribute to the notable price difference, including the following:
- Platform choice – open-source builds are often cheaper than enterprise SaaS.
- Complexity and customization – advanced features (i.e., subscriptions, multi-currency, and headless commerce) raise costs.
- Team location & size – offshore teams may charge $25 – $49 per hour, while top U.S. agencies start around $100 per hour.
Request a detailed quote and clarify whether pricing is fixed, hourly, or milestone-based.
Your journey to finding and matching with the right e-commerce development company starts by defining your project’s unique technical requirements, limitations, and goals. After that, you can follow the following steps:
- Shortlist agencies with relevant technical experience and strong case studies
- Compare client reviews and ratings on Clutch for proof of on-time delivery, communication, and post-launch support.
- Evaluate cultural fit via discovery calls and project management demos.
- Verify security protocols and compliance expertise if you process sensitive data.
Selecting a partner that aligns with your business model is more important than choosing the lowest bid. Don’t rush your decision and maximize the resources and filters we’ve prepared for you.
- Guaranteed timelines or ROI without discovery
- Vague pricing estimates or hidden maintenance fees
- Limited portfolio and recycled templates
- Poor responsiveness or lack of transparent communication channels
- No mention of testing, QA, or security standards
- Which platforms and technologies do you specialize in?
- Can you share recent projects similar to mine?
- How do you handle scalability, security, and compliance?
- What’s your approach to QA testing and performance optimization?
- Will I own the source code and intellectual property?
- How is post-launch support structured and billed?
Gathering detailed answers helps you compare proposals and avoid scope creep. When interviewing or discussing with potential providers, listen intently to get a deeper understanding of their capabilities or possible red flags.
Freelancers are cost-effective for creating simple and template-based online stores, but agencies provide cross-functional expertise—strategy, design, development, and marketing—essential for complex builds and rapid scaling.
Agencies track KPIs such as conversion rate, average order value, customer lifetime value, and page load speed. Many integrate analytics dashboards to monitor real-time revenue impact and iterate quickly.