Top London Custom Software Development Firms
London’s position as Europe’s fintech capital and home to global giants like Google, Meta, and Revolut makes it a hotbed for cutting-edge software talent. Whether you’re a Canary Wharf enterprise or a Shoreditch startup, the right development partner can turn your concept into a secure, scalable application.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, EnglandServices provided
See all 33 projectsTech Alchemy is a bespoke software development company specializing in full-stack and custom software creation, often integrating advanced technologies like AI and blockchain. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praised their project management, innovation, and commitment to understanding and realizing client visions. Notably, 85% of reviewers highlighted their strategic and technical expertise as key strengths.
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves London, EnglandServices provided
See all 72 projectsInnowise is a bespoke software development company excelling in end-to-end services across various sectors, including healthcare and finance. The firm boasts a 100% satisfaction rate from reviewers, with significant praise for their project management and tailored solutions. Clients consistently highlight Innowise's responsiveness and technical expertise, with 90% of reviews mentioning their ability to deliver on time and within budget.
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves London, EnglandServices provided
See all 29 projectsDBB Software is a bespoke software development company specializing in tailored software development and full stack software development services. Reviews highlight their speed and efficiency, with 100% of clients noting the timely delivery and technical expertise. They excel in communication and project management, as 100% of reviews mention effective collaboration and responsiveness, while their ability to adapt solutions to meet client needs is frequently praised.
$25,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, EnglandServices provided
See all 47 projectsTatvaSoft is a custom software development company that offers bespoke software creation, full-stack software development, and tailored solutions to meet diverse client needs. Across various reviews, they are praised for their project management, technical expertise, and ability to deliver high-quality, end-to-end software development services on time. Approximately 100% of clients express satisfaction with their professionalism, collaborative approach, and commitment to continuous improvement.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bedford, England
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See all 4 projectsUnity Developers, a company specializing in Custom Software Creation and Bespoke Software Development, consistently receives positive feedback for their versatility and adaptability. Approximately 100% of reviews highlight their ability to meet deadlines and provide excellent communication. They effectively develop tailored solutions, from Metaverse gameplay mechanics to vocabulary learning games, demonstrating strong software engineering and project management skills.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Reading, England
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Established in 2020, Native Legacy is a web design agency. The team provides Web Design and UX/UI Design and is located in Reading, England.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves London, EnglandServices provided
See all 82 projectsSimform is a custom software development company specializing in tailored software solutions across various industries, including SaaS, healthcare, and financial services. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with 88% of reviewers praising their technical expertise, project management, and alignment with client values. Simform stands out for its end-to-end software development capabilities and professional team, with only a small percentage highlighting areas for improvement.
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves London, EnglandServices provided
See all 53 projectsLeobit is a Custom Software Development company known for its strong expertise in modern architecture and end-to-end software development. Their reviews highlight an impressive 100% satisfaction rate with clients frequently praising their technical proficiency, project management, and communication skills. Many clients specifically commend their ability to deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards.
$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves London, EnglandServices provided
See all 4 projectsAttrecto Next Tech Digital Solutions is a custom software development company known for its expertise in bespoke software creation and end-to-end software development services. The firm has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients highlighting their adaptability and effective communication. Approximately 100% of reviewers commend their ability to listen and adjust to client needs.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Newington, England
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Established in 2021, Oblongata Limited is a small custom software development firm. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Theale, England
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Code Wizards Group is a custom software development company. The midsize Theale, England-based team focuses on Custom Software Development and Computer Engineering. The firm was founded in 2002.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brighton and Hove, England
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See all 2 projectsPostjer Group is a digital marketing agency specializing in website design, SEO, PPC, and social media marketing. Client feedback highlights their impressive creativity, values, and project management, with a significant 36% conversion rate attributed to their SEO efforts. Approximately 90% of reviews emphasize their timely delivery and effective communication. A minor area for improvement is their local presence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reading, England
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Willand Web Solutions UK is a web development company based in Reading, England. They specialize in Web Development and Web Design and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Milton Keynes, England
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JUXT is a software development company in Milton Keynes, England. Launched in 2012, the team focuses on Custom Software Development.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, EnglandServices provided
See all 98 projectsVention is a bespoke software development company specializing in custom software creation and full-stack software development. Across their reviews, 100% of clients commend their responsiveness and project management, with 90% highlighting their strong developer talent and the ability to quickly adapt to project needs. They excel in providing end-to-end software development solutions, consistently delivering high-quality, timely outcomes.
$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Serves London, EnglandServices provided
See all 45 projectsDreamzTech Solutions is a custom software development company specializing in tailored and bespoke software creation. Across various reviews, 100% of clients praised their technical expertise and ability to deliver solutions aligned with specific industry needs, enhancing operational efficiency and system performance. Notably, 86% highlighted their proactive communication and project management skills, while 71% valued their flexibility and customer-focused approach.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Brighton, England
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See all 1 projectsHodfords offers bespoke software development, tailored software solutions, and custom app development services. Their reviews highlight a strong track record for delivering complex enterprise projects with timely and responsive communication. Clients appreciate their problem-solving approach and seamless integration into existing business strategies, showcasing their capability in handling diverse requirements and delivering effective results.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Royston, England
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React Consulting is a web design agency. Located in Royston, England, the company was established in 2024. Their services include Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brighton, England
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See all 4 projectsCreative Stack Ltd is a bespoke software development company specializing in custom software creation and full-stack software development. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praise their seamless collaboration, proactive project management, and ability to enhance productivity and achieve client goals. Notably, they have facilitated significant improvements in client operations and product viability, earning commendations for user-friendly solutions and efficient communication practices.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Letchworth, England
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Octree Limited is an IT managed services company. Launched in 1990, their team provides IT managed services and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Battle, England
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See all 3 projectsMass is a bespoke software development company specializing in creating custom solutions using Airtable. They are highly praised for their ability to understand business needs, with 100% of reviews mentioning their exceptional project management and communication skills. Clients noted impressive Airtable expertise and proactive improvements, with no negative feedback reported.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Steppingley, England
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Melon Design and Marketing is a Steppingley, England-based web development company. Established in 2005, the team focuses on Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerLittle Sampford, England
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RG Solutions is a Little Sampford, England-based software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ashford, England
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See all 3 projectsInfopoly is a data solutions company specializing in data warehousing, ERP data migration, and SFTP connections. Across reviews, 100% of clients highlight their responsiveness, effective communication, and on-time delivery. Clients appreciate Infopoly's ability to translate non-technical needs into actionable insights, with no areas noted for improvement.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cambridge, England
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MAVERICK ML is a small artificial intelligence development company. They focus on Artificial Intelligence and Custom Software Development and were founded in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Theale, England
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Founded in 2000, Automation Consultants is a cloud consulting & SI company. The team focuses on cloud consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Shenley Wood, England
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Established in 2005, Mercurius IT LTD is a midsize Shenley Wood, England-based ERP consulting and SI company. Their team offers ERP consulting and SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Brighton and Hove, England
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UX design agency Catalyst IT was launched in 1997. The company provides UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bletchley, England
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4fx Design and Multimedia is an application development firm. The Bletchley, England-based company was founded in 2000. Their services include Mobile App Development and Web Design.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brighton and Hove, England
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Unusual Technologies is an AR/VR development company. Established in 2018, the team specializes in AR/VR development and UX/UI Design. The company is located in Brighton and Hove, England.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Broughton, England
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MaJic Solutions Limited is an user experience company headquartered in Broughton, England. They specialize in UX/UI Design and IT managed services and were launched in 2000.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bedford, England
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Launched in 2008, Anterec Ltd is a software development firm. The firm specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Development, and is small.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bordon, England
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Pivale is a Business Consulting company. The Bordon, England-based agency was founded in 2008. Their team specializes in Business Consulting and Web Design.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Milton Keynes, England
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Founded in 2009, PODTECH is a small Milton Keynes, England-based IT strategy consulting company. Their team offers IT strategy consulting and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Reading, England
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Content Marketing company Sharp Ahead was launched in 2014. The team offers Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is in Reading, England and Manchester, England.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Milton Keynes, England
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UXLI, a data analytics company, is based in Milton Keynes, England and Madhapur, India. Established in 2015, the team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bletchley, England
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Located in Bletchley, England, TECHMELON is a small IT strategy consulting company. The team focuses on IT strategy consulting and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Milton Keynes, England
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Launched in 2007, Spinbox is a software development company. The team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Milton Keynes, England
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Method & Class Ltd, an UX company, was founded in 2007. Based in Milton Keynes, England, the team offers UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brighton, England
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EnCircle Solutions is a software development firm. Based in Brighton, England, the company was founded in 2004. Their team specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bedford, England
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IT strategy consulting company PublicTec was established in 2021. The company provides IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI, and is small.
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$50,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Stanway,Colchester, England
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Founded in 1997, Kott Software is a custom software development firm. Their team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Milton Keynes, England
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Nugon is a small software development company. They focus on Custom Software Development and Enterprise App Modernization and were launched in 2020.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Worthing, England
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Strides Empower Ltd is a custom software development company founded in 2018. The agency provides Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brighton and Hove, England
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Pixelhop is a small web design company in Newquay, England and Brighton and Hove, England. The team focuses on Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cambridge, England
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Orthogonality is a Cambridge, England-based software development firm. They offer Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Brighton and Hove, England
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WeDoAllTech, an user experience design company, is in Brighton and Hove, England. They specialize in UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development and were founded in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hadlow Down, England
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Munk studios is a web design company. Founded in 2015, the company is in Hadlow Down, England. Their team specializes in Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bedford, England
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Qzency Ltd, a branding agency, was established in 2024. The team offers Branding and Media Planning & Buying.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Hove, England
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Digital Tactics Ltd. Is a cloud consulting & SI company headquartered in Hove, England. They focus on cloud consulting & SI and IT strategy consulting and were established in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Haverhill, England
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Print design company Xceluk Print and Promotional is based in Haverhill, England. The team offers Print Design and Contract Manufacturing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Aylesbury, England
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Founded in 2013, Framework Digital is a small Aylesbury, England-based Digital Strategy company. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brighton, England
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West Pier Studio is an AR/VR development company founded in 2011. Based in Brighton, England, the team offers AR/VR development and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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See all 16 projectsFocusReactive specializes in Custom Software Development, delivering tailored software solutions with a focus on full-stack development. With an overwhelmingly positive reception, 100% of reviews commend their professionalism, adaptability, and efficient project management. Clients consistently note their ability to integrate seamlessly as an extension of internal teams, demonstrating high-quality deliverables and excellent communication, all while maintaining budget and timelines.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Worthing, England
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Appknowledged is a small Worthing, England-based user experience design company. Their services include UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Esher, England
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See all 1 projectsZone24x7 Inc. is a custom software development company, noted for delivering bespoke software solutions and full stack software development services. Clients, such as Macy's Systems and Technology, commend their expertise in device management and kiosk software development, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their effective project management and technical expertise. Their seamless integration with client teams and strong problem-solving skills are frequently praised.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Duxford, England
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A Society US is a Business Consulting company. They were founded in 2011 and specialize in Business Consulting and Engineering.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wolverton, England
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TFA is an Advertising company. Launched in 1997, their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999London, England
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Team In India is a Bethesda, Maryland-based website development company. They provide Web Development and Custom Software Development and were founded in 2002.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Gliwice, Poland
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Warszawa, Poland
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Novi Sad, Serbia
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Hertfordshire, England
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Vienna, VA
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999London, England
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$25,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Ahmedabad, India
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Reston, VA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Toronto, Canada
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999London, England
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Tallinn, Estonia
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Denver, CO
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$75,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Warszawa, Poland
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Cape Town, South Africa
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999North Miami Beach, FL
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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Working with a local team offers unique, strategic advantages that a remote partner may not be able to provide, including:
- Time-zone alignment with the rest of Europe for real-time collaboration.
- Access to London’s deep pool of senior engineers who graduated from Imperial, UCL, and King’s College.
- Familiarity with UK regulations (GDPR, FCA guidelines for fintech) and cybersecurity standards like Cyber Essentials.
- Face-to-face workshops at your office or popular tech hubs around “Silicon Roundabout.”
Rates for hiring a London-based software development firm vary based on several factors, including complexity, team seniority, and technical requirements. To give you a better understanding, here’s a breakdown of costs based on Clutch data:
- Hourly: £75 – £150 for most mid-sized agencies, while boutique specialists may charge up to £200.
- Fixed-price MVP: £30,000 – £80,000 for a 3 – 6 month build.
- Enterprise platforms: £150,000+ for multi-year, multi-team engagements.
London rates are higher than many UK regions, but proximity, talent density, and strategic guidance often justify the premium costs.
Thanks to London’s diverse economy, experienced software development agencies regularly build solutions for clients from various industries and niches, such as:
- Fintech and insuretech
- E-commerce and retail tech
- Healthtech and med-device integrations
- Media, gaming, and streaming platforms
- Proptech and smart-city applications
Many teams also offer sector-specific compliance expertise, such as ISO-13485 for healthcare or PCI DSS for payments.
Start by defining success metrics—launch date, KPIs, budget cap—and shortlist agencies with matching case studies. After that, review Clutch client feedback for proof of the following:
- Transparent, agile workflows (e.g., weekly sprints, demo days)
- Strong communication skills and cultural fit
- Clear IP ownership terms and NDA policies
- Relevant tech-stack certifications (AWS Partner, Microsoft Gold, etc.)
Arrange technical interviews with lead developers, not just sales reps, before signing an agreement.
- Vague estimates or refusal to detail sprint deliverables
- No local references despite claiming London headquarters
- Overreliance on junior offshore teams without senior oversight
- Lack of cybersecurity or GDPR compliance processes
- “One-size-fits-all” proposals that ignore your business goals
A credible agency will proactively address these areas and tailor their approach to your needs. It’s better to be meticulous when selecting prospective partners than to be contracted with an unfit team.