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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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, CanadaServices provided
See all 2 projectsBlue Badger is an E-Commerce Development company specializing in Shopify custom applications, design, and ongoing maintenance. With a focus on enhancing e-commerce platforms, they receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients noting improvements like reduced order fulfillment time and increased revenue. Their professionalism and partnership approach are praised, making them a preferred choice for online store development.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab EmiratesServices provided
See all 13 projectsSUPLEX is an e-commerce development company specializing in e-commerce website design and development. Overall feedback highlights their flexibility and collaborative approach, with 100% of reviewers noting satisfaction with the end product. However, some mention delayed delivery and suggest improvements in project speed and communication frequency.
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab EmiratesServices provided
See all 93 projectsTechgropse is a skilled E-Commerce Development company specializing in Online Store Development and E-Commerce Website Design. Client reviews highlight their exceptional project management, with 100% positive feedback on their ability to meet deadlines and provide ongoing support. Techgropse's professionalism and ability to significantly increase website traffic are frequently praised, with one client noting a 50% traffic boost.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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LimeTech is a mobile app development firm headquartered in Oakland, California and Boston, Massachusetts. The team specializes in Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Lime Byte, an e-commerce development firm, was founded in 2017. The team offers E-Commerce Development and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Toruń, PolandServices provided
See all 27 projectsChop-Chop is an E-Commerce Development company known for delivering comprehensive online store solutions such as WooCommerce and Shopify development. They receive high praise for their project management, with 100% of reviews highlighting their professional and timely delivery. Clients appreciate their effective communication and personalized service, with around 80% noting their responsiveness and attention to detail.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Barcelona, SpainServices provided
See all 35 projectsTeplin is an e-commerce development company specializing in Shopify website design and development, known for their deep expertise and efficient handling of projects. Across reviews, 100% of clients praise their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to deliver on time, with 90% highlighting their technical proficiency and creative solutions in online store development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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In Seoul, South Korea, Blocksystems is an user experience design company. Founded in 2020, the team offers UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Salzburg, Austria
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LOOP® is a social media marketing firm located in Salzburg, Austria and New York, New York. Founded in 1999, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Beflex Studio is an e-commerce development firm. Founded in 2020, the team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Design. The firm is based in T'bilisi, Georgia.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsArise Studio offers website development services with a focus on aligning with clients' values and enhancing visual and creative elements. The reviews highlight a positive experience, emphasizing the studio's proactive design approach and effective project management. Clients appreciated the studio's distinctive visual language and reported successful outcomes in client inquiries and conversions, with no noted areas for improvement.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Wilmington, DE
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Evolution Infosystem Inc. Is a Wilmington, Delaware-based software development firm. They offer Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49North Miami Beach, FL
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Intelprise is a small North Miami Beach, Florida-based e-commerce development firm. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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Ecsion Inc. Is a software development company. Launched in 2010, the team provides Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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Popway Software Pvt Ltd, a custom software development firm, was founded in 2017. The small team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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See all 1 projectsIdeamagix offers website development services, including design, content creation, and search engine optimization. Their clients highlight the company's expertise, high-quality results, excellent customer support, and adherence to deadlines and budget. Overall, Ideamagix is praised for effectively meeting clients' specific needs and goals.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Riverside, IA
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Dotcom Design is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2015. Their services include Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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See all 1 projectsWeb Digital Mantra IT Services Pvt Ltd offers digital marketing and website development services. Their clients commend them for professionalism and timely delivery, resulting in successful lead generation. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, making it a reliable choice for digital solutions.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Digital Operative is an e-commerce development firm. Headquartered in San Diego, California and Denver, Colorado, the team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Headquartered in Indore, India, Scriptzenix Technologies is a custom software development company. The team offers Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Secunderabad, India
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DigitalA11Y, an Application Testing company, was established in 2014. The small team specializes in Application Testing and Web Development.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49West Lawn, PA
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Kissinger Associates, Inc. Is an ERP consulting and SI company. Their small team is headquartered in West Lawn, Pennsylvania. Their services include ERP consulting and SI and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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GrindX Technologies, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2022. The team provides Digital Strategy and Affiliate Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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Redqubes Innovation Private Limited is a midsize custom software development company. They offer Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development and were founded in 2021.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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See all 2 projectsDeft Digital specializes in digital marketing, brand presence establishment, and creative design services, including landing page design and social media management. Reviews highlight the company's impressive design capabilities, effective communication, and agile project management. Clients appreciate their distinct use of 3D graphics and their commitment to going above and beyond, resulting in enhanced brand messaging and improved SEO rankings.
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Established in 2006, 311 Media is a web design agency. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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PIMEDIASOLUTIONS PUBLICITATE SRL, an e-commerce development company, is located in București, Romania and Buftea, Romania. They specialize in E-Commerce Development and Ecommerce Marketing.
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Founded in 2021, Anantyalabs is an application development firm. Their team offers Mobile App Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Established in 2014, Udaan Technologies Pvt Ltd is a midsize Noida, India-based e-commerce development company. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Odesa, Ukraine
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Coelix is an UX agency. Their team is headquartered in Odesa, Ukraine and Giv'atayim, Israel. The agency focuses on UX/UI Design and Web Design.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Launched in 2007, NANO is a small New York, New York-based UX agency. Their services include UX/UI Design and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Jersey City, NJ
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MetaOption is a cloud consulting & SI company. The firm is located in Jersey City, New Jersey and Noida, India. Their team focuses on cloud consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49İzmir, Türkiye
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Onex Software is a web design agency. Located in İzmir, Türkiye and İzmir, Türkiye, the company was launched in 2011. Their team offers Web Design and Cybersecurity.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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Significant Infotech is a custom software development firm founded in 2015. The firm offers Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Pixel2HTML is a website development firm. Their team is based in New Delhi, India and offers Web Development and Staffing.
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WEBIHUB is a small web development company. Launched in 2018, the team focuses on Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indore, India
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Located in Indore, India, WineClubs is a small e-commerce development company. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Wilmington, DE
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Dreamtech is a small e-commerce development company. Launched in 2018, the team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Web development firm Bluename is located in Jaipur, India. They focus on Web Development and E-Commerce Development and were founded in 2020.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Almaty, Kazakhstan
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Avantage One is a mobile application development company. Founded in 2020, the firm is headquartered in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Their services include Mobile App Development and E-Commerce Development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerFaridabad, India
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Headquartered in Faridabad, India, Freelancer Abhi is a website development company. They offer Web Development and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2022.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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AOE is an e-commerce development company launched in 1999. Their team offers E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Dresden, Germany
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T-Systems Multimedia Solutions, a large website development firm, is based in Dresden, Germany. The team focuses on Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Junagadh, India
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Established in 2013, XpertLab Technologies Private Limited is a custom software development firm. Their team specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999New Delhi, India
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HT Labs, Hindustan Times is a web development firm. They are based in New Delhi, India, and their services include Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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Web design company mahekgiri was established in 2021. The team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kozhikode, India
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App development company Codelocus is in Kozhikode, India and Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. They provide Mobile App Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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702 Pros is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada and offers Social Media Marketing and Web Design. The firm was founded in 2014.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Antananarivo, Madagascar
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SHAFT is a mobile app development firm. They focus on Mobile App Development and Web Development and were established in 2017.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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See all 1 projectsThat Nerd Studio is a remote software agency founded in 2022 by Sundas Riasat, with bases in Dubai, Texas, and Islamabad. We partner with ambitious founders and brands who want to shift
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Small website development company RatIT, is located in Kyiv, Ukraine. The team focuses on Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Prague, Czech Republic
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Devcity is a HR Consulting company headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic and Brno, Czech Republic. The team focuses on HR Consulting and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Small SEO company Crealive, is headquartered in Istanbul, Türkiye. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsAnteelo specializes in web development, offering comprehensive services from design to implementation. Their reviews reflect high client satisfaction, emphasizing their strong project management, effective communication, and ability to meet complex requirements. Clients appreciate Anteelo’s customer-focused approach and consistent delivery of high-quality, reliable products.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Bridgecode Technologies LLP is a website development firm. The firm is in Ahmedabad, India. Their team specializes in Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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List of the Top 15 E-Commerce Development Companies
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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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$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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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Schaumburg, IL
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39.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Haapsalu, Estonia
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38.5/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 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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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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38.4/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / 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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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Jose, CA
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38/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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37.9/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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37.7/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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37.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Berlin, Germany
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37.3/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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37.3/40.020/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Toronto, Canada
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37.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 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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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Mukacheve, Ukraine
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36.9/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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36.9/40.018/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, ME
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37.5/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Wrocław, Poland
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37.3/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Rzeszów, Poland
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36.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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36.5/40.016.8/20 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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36.5/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 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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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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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Asunción, Paraguay
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36.2/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% E-Commerce Development50% Other
E-Commerce Development Company FAQs
Clutch features companies that build custom online stores and commerce platforms that drive sales and conversions quarterly based on a proprietary methodology. The top e-commerce development companies for 2026 include:
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.