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cre8 is a Chicago-based web studio that builds and maintains WordPress and custom-CMS sites for alternative investments, travel, and specialized B2B. Many of our client relationships run a decade or longer.

We cover the full operational stack: design, development, hosting, performance tuning, and accessibility/compliance reviews... so clients have one partner instead of five vendors.

If you need a long-term web partner rather than a one-shot vendor, let's talk.

  • Min project size
    $25,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $150 - $199 / hr
  • Employees
    2 - 9
  • Locations
    Chicago, IL
  • Year founded
    Founded 2001

1 Locations

  • Chicago , IL

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Application Platforms
Linux server
75%
Azure Platform
25%
CMS Focus
DNN (DotNetNuke)
10%
ExpressionEngine
10%
Digital and IT Strategy Consulting Focus
IT Assessment
35%
Frameworks and CMS
CodeIgniter
50%
Programming & Scripting
PHP
60%
User Experience Focus
Industries
Financial services
60%
Business services
30%
Non-profit
10%
Clients
Small Business (<$10M)
75%
Midmarket ($10M - $1B)
25%

Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $25,000+
Avg. hourly rate $150 - $199 /hr
Rating for cost 4.7 /5

What Clients Have Said

Cre8 offers competitive pricing and strong value for cost, as noted by clients who appreciated their budget alignment and project outcomes. Project costs range from $10,000 to over $150,000, with ongoing support and maintenance noted as key benefits.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

Most Common Project Size

$10,000 - $49,999 based on 12 reviews
< $10,000 $10,000 - $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 > $200,000

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cre8 Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

4.8
  • Quality 4.8
  • Schedule 4.6
  • Cost 4.7
  • Willing to Refer 4.9

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Review Highlights

  • Minimal Areas for Improvement

    While generally satisfied, some clients suggest cre8 could improve by offering more proactive, forward-looking recommendations and increasing face-to-face interactions.

  • Proven Results and Positive Impact

    Projects executed by cre8 have led to measurable improvements such as increased website traffic, enhanced user experience, and improved site functionality, showcasing their effectiveness.

  • Personalized Service and Client Care

    cre8 is recognized for providing a personal touch in their services, treating clients with care and attention beyond mere business transactions. This approach helps build trust and satisfaction.

  • Expertise in Diverse Technical Areas

    Clients highlight cre8's technical expertise across various platforms and technologies, including WordPress, ExpressionEngine, and custom software solutions. This versatility helps them address diverse project requirements.

  • Value for Money and Cost-Effective Solutions

    Clients find cre8's pricing to be reasonable and reflective of the value they provide. Their services are seen as cost-effective, especially in comparison to larger firms.

  • Effective Communication and Client Understanding

    cre8's team is noted for their excellent communication skills and ability to understand client needs. Their approach fosters strong working relationships, making them easy to collaborate with.

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Website Migration for Sports Medical Company

  • Web Development
  • Azure Platform
    +1
  • Confidential
  • Nov. 2025 - Jan. 2026
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They were very patient with us in all aspects of the project."

Feb 6, 2026
Director of Marketing, Work-Fit
Catherine Butler
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  • Business services
  • Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • 201-500 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

cre8 migrated a website from Webflow to WordPress for a sports medical company. The team transferred content, unified the design, and collaborated with the client's tech team to transfer the domain.

Expression Engine Dev for Advertising Company

  • Web Development
  • Less than $10,000
  • Apr. 2020 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
4.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.5
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Fixes were implemented where needed to get us up and running."

Jul 6, 2020
President, Direction Tour Marketing
Micah Taylor
Verified
  • Advertising & marketing
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

cre8 provided development services. They audited the website and implemented fixes. 

UX Projects for Legal Firm

  • UX/UI Design
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Jan. 2019 - June 2020
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"From design to implementation their staff was knowledgeable and great to work with."

Apr 15, 2020
Senior Software Engineer, Legal Firm
Kevin Tracey
Verified
  • Legal
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 5,001-10,000 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

A legal services firm hired cre8 for multiple UX projects. They created a single page application for a new cloud app, performing 100% of the design and GUI implementation.

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Locations (1)

910 W Van Buren St Suite 100 #302 ChicagoIL, United States 60607

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