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Software, AI and design studio in Ogden, Utah

HQ is a software design, development and AI studio in Ogden, Utah. Matt Sutherland and Zarin Ficklin started it in 2012 out of Weber State, and it's grown to a 25-person team with an average tenure of five years. We've launched more than 250 products.

  • Min project size
    $25,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $100 - $149 / hr
  • Employees
    10 - 49
  • Locations
    Ogden, UT
  • Year founded
    Founded 2012

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  • Ogden , UT

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Application Platforms
Heroku
35%
Linux server
20%
Amazon Application Development Framework
15%
Other app platform
15%
Frameworks and CMS
Mobile Focus
Consumer Mobile App Development
20%
Enterprise Mobile App Development
20%
Programming & Scripting
Typescript
25%
Redux
20%
Objective C
5%
User Experience Focus
Industries
Other industries
30%
eCommerce
15%
Consumer products & services
10%
Financial services
10%
Legal
10%
Manufacturing
10%
Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transport
10%
Real estate
5%
Clients
Midmarket ($10M - $1B)
60%
Enterprise (>$1B)
20%
Small Business (<$10M)
20%

Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $25,000+
Avg. hourly rate $100 - $149 /hr
Rating for cost 4.8 /5

What Clients Have Said

HQ is recognized for providing good value for cost across various projects. Clients appreciate their pricing fitting budgets, adaptability, and communication, although some noted costs could exceed initial quotes due to project complexity. Overall, HQ delivers quality work that meets client expectations.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

Most Common Project Size

$10,000 - $49,999 based on 3 reviews
< $10,000 $10,000 - $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 > $200,000

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HQ Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

4.7
  • Quality 4.7
  • Schedule 4.7
  • Cost 4.8
  • Willing to Refer 5.0

Top Mentions

Review Highlights

  • Adaptability and Communication Skills

    HQ is praised for its adaptability to project changes and excellent communication skills. Clients appreciate their proactive communication about cost and timeline changes, enhancing client satisfaction and project alignment.

  • Effective Problem Solving

    HQ is recognized for their problem-solving capabilities, particularly in handling dynamic and complex project requirements. Their ability to adapt and find solutions is a key strength.

  • High Client Satisfaction with Results

    Clients report significant improvements in website performance and functionality, such as increased speed, better SEO, and enhanced user experience, as a result of HQ's work.

  • Value for Money

    Clients appreciate HQ's cost-effective services, finding their pricing to fit well within budgets while delivering high value. This balance of cost and quality is a recurring positive theme.

  • Notable Expertise in Branding and Design

    HQ's skills in branding and design are highlighted, with clients impressed by their ability to communicate complex concepts visually. This expertise is a significant factor in client satisfaction.

  • Room for Improvement in Quality Control

    One review suggests that HQ could improve their quality control processes and involve more experienced oversight earlier in complex projects to ensure better outcomes.

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Website Maintenance & Improvement for Packaging Distributor

  • Web Design Web Development
  • Confidential
  • Jan. 2017 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Their responsiveness to requests and communication on projects continues to solidify our partnership with them."

Nov 14, 2025
Creative Director, Paramount Global
Kristy Li
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  • Other industries
  • La Mirada, California
  • 51-200 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

HQ provides website maintenance and improvement services for a packaging distributor. They create new pages with unique functionality, maintain backend best practices, and implement user-friendly solutions.

Web Design & Dev for Healthcare Network

  • Web Design Web Development
  • Consumer Mobile App Development
  • $50,000 to $199,999
  • Nov. 2019 - May 2020
4.0
Quality
4.5
Schedule
4.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"The team's expertise and responsiveness were superb."

May 8, 2024
Director of Marketing, Revere Health
Bob Freeze
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Provo, Utah
  • 1,001-5,000 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

HQ redesigned a website for a healthcare network. The team also developed the front- and backend, overhauled the search functionality, integrated content, conducted QA, and provided maintenance.

UX/UI Design for Education

  • AI Development Custom Software Development UX/UI Design
  • Confidential
  • July 2024 - Mar. 2026
5.0
Quality
4.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"HQ is highly adaptive, communicative, versatile, and affordable."
Nov 4, 2026
President, PeakSuccess
Steve Conlee
Verified
  • Education
  • Lehi, Utah
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

An AI and human coaching company hired HQ to provide UI/UX design and web app development. The team built the first version of the client's platform.

Software Development for Natural Medicines Manufacturer

  • AI Development Custom Software Development
  • Google app engine Other app platform Business Intelligence Mobile App Development Health & Wellness Mobile App Development
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Feb. 2025 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They're efficient and easy to work with."

Oct 14, 2025
VP, Inno-Vita
Brent Muno
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Ogden, Utah
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

HQ has assisted a natural medicine manufacturer in developing a software application that conducts a survey and assesses a person's needs using AI technology. They continue to create upgrades and features.

Web & UX/UI Design for Automotive Company

  • UX/UI Design Web Design
  • Confidential
  • Nov. 2016 - Apr. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"HQ delivered on time and was very responsive to our needs."

May 14, 2024
IT Manager, Autoliv, Inc
Matt Taylor
Verified
  • Automotive
  • Ogden, Utah
  • 10,001+ Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

HQ provided web and UI/UX design support for an automotive company. They designed web apps and iOS and Android mobile apps for the client, providing all graphical assets and consulting support.

Web Dev, Design & Branding for Data Capture Company

  • Branding Web Design Web Development
  • Webflow
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Mar. - July 2023
4.5
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.5
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Overall, the process went very smoothly."

May 13, 2024
Executive, Audience
Anonymous
Verified
  • Media
  • Salt Lake City, Utah
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

HQ built and designed a website using Webflow for a data capture company. The team also created multiple CMS sites and provided the client with branding services.

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2411 Kiesel Ave, Suite 501 Ogden, UT, United States 84401

21 - 30

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