Top Software Testing Companies in the United States
From Silicon Valley product teams to Austin startups and New York–based enterprises, the United States is a global hub for quality assurance and software testing. U.S. firms bring deep experience in regulated industries (healthcare, fintech, government) and modern practices like shift-left testing, CI/CD-driven automation, and secure-by-design workflows.
On Clutch, you’ll find verified U.S.-based QA partners with detailed client reviews, case studies, and industry certifications. Use filters to narrow by budget, hourly rate, team size, location, and domain expertise. Compare providers on tooling proficiency, device lab coverage, and measurable outcomes such as reduced defect leakage and faster release cycles. Browse these additional directories:
• Global Top Software Testing Companies
• Software Testing Companies in New York
• Software Testing Companies in Dallas
• Software Testing Companies in San Francisco
• U.S. Software Testing Companies for Information Technology
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 86 projectsSimform is a versatile software development company specializing in App Testing, QA Testing, and Software Quality Assurance services. Clients consistently highlight their timely delivery, effective communication, and commitment to project success. Nearly all reviews mention their strong project management and adaptability to client needs, with 100% praising their commitment and technical expertise.
$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 64 projectsQA Wolf, a specialized company in QA Testing and Software Quality Assurance services, consistently receives positive feedback for its robust automation capabilities and responsive support. Approximately 85% of reviews highlight their ability to enhance automated test coverage, while 70% commend their professional and collaborative project management. Clients appreciate their seamless integration into existing workflows and rapid response to issues, making them a reliable partner in Application Quality Assurance.
$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 32 projectsQualityLogic is a reputable company specializing in Software Quality Assurance and Testing Services, including App Testing and QA Testing. According to client reviews, QualityLogic is praised for their excellent communication and detailed documentation, with approximately 90% of responses highlighting their professional project management and adherence to budget. Clients frequently commend their flexibility and the successful implementation of testing protocols, underscoring QualityLogic's ability to enhance software quality and mitigate risks effectively.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chapel Hill, NC
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Based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Fillungo is a Market Research company. They focus on Market Research and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 2022, Nasaf Corp is a SEO company. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, Zelifcam LLC is an user experience design company. Their services include UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Kipp Technologies, a web design agency, is located in Houston, Texas. They offer Web Design and Cybersecurity.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Valdosta, GA
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Software Natura, a midsize website development firm, is located in Valdosta, Georgia. The team specializes in Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Tampa, FL
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See all 1 projectsBexCode Services offers website and app development, and their clients commend their professionalism, efficiency, and alignment with company values. Reviews highlight satisfaction with project outcomes, timely delivery, and effective communication, underscoring the company's strong project management and value for cost.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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In Austin, Texas, AVAI Mobile Solutions is a small mobile app development company. Their services include Mobile App Development and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Worthington, OH
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Chepri is an application development company. They were founded in 2008 and specialize in Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boston, MA
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Getfused is a small branding agency launched in 1996. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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The Brigade is an user experience company. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the company was founded in 2010. Their services include UX/UI Design and Blockchain.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Datawallet is an IT strategy consulting company headquartered in New York, New York and Berlin, Germany. Launched in 2014, the team provides IT strategy consulting and other IT consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Hopkins, MN
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See all 2 projectsAubrant Digital is a software development company noted for their ability to design, develop, and deliver web applications and robust APIs. Across reviews, they are praised for their attentive and responsive project management, aligning well with client cultures, and achieving project timelines, with no significant areas for improvement mentioned. Overall, 100% of feedback is positive, highlighting their culture fit and value for cost.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Binghamton, NY
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Foundersbar is a website development firm based in Binghamton, New York. Their services include Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Old Bridge, NJ
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Midsize Back Office Outsourcing company Front Desk Helpers, is located in Old Bridge, New Jersey. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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Tamman is a midsize software development company founded in 2007. Their services include Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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AI company Magic FinServ is based in New York, New York. They focus on Artificial Intelligence and Enterprise App Modernization and were launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Stratford, NJ
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Nallas is a midsize big data analytics company founded in 2011. Their team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Beverly, MA
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EzGlobe is an Application Testing and Translation company. In Valbonne, France and Beverly, Massachusetts, their team specializes in Application Testing and Translation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Shawnee, KS
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Harlow Consulting Group is a small Shawnee, Kansas-based Application Testing and Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Application Testing and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gilbert, AZ
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Prism Technologies LLC is a Gilbert, Arizona-based software development company and Application Testing company. They focus on Custom Software Development and Application Testing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lutz, FL
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Small web design agency Click Laboratory, is headquartered in Lutz, Florida. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 7 projectsDigiNeat Smart Technologies is a mobile app development company specializing in creating audio streaming applications for radio stations. Their services are praised for budget-friendly pricing and responsive project management, with 100% of reviewers noting their competence and effective communication. Both clients reported successful outcomes, with no areas for improvement identified.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Fairfax, VA
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Aktiun, Inc., a software development firm, was launched in 2016. They provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Spencerport, NY
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Londes Digital Marketing is a SEO company launched in 2011. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Atlanta, GA
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Wiqod Technologies is a software development firm. They are located in Atlanta, Georgia. Their team offers Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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Barbershop is a software development firm. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development, and the agency is in Denver, Colorado.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Glass is a Market Research company. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, their team specializes in Market Research and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Herndon, VA
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Glorant LLC d/b/a Octalsoft is a software development firm. They were established in 2005, and their services include Custom Software Development and Application Testing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Huntsville, AL
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PeopleSec, LLC, a Cybersecurity company, was established in 2015. The agency provides Cybersecurity and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Doral, FL
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Compuquip Cybersecurity is a Cybersecurity company. The midsize Doral, Florida-based team offers Cybersecurity and Application Testing. The company was founded in 1980.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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CAXTEK is a custom software development firm. The team is headquartered in San Jose, California, and their services include Custom Software Development and Application Testing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wilmington, DE
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Established in 2005, ABC Quant is a midsize Application Testing company. Their services include Application Testing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Plano, TX
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Based in Plano, Texas, KHP Solutions Inc. Is a midsize data analytics company. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and Application Testing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Orlando, FL
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IOTEK LLC is a midsize software development firm. Launched in 2018, the team specializes in Custom Software Development and Application Testing.
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$250,000+Undisclosed10,000+Austin, TX
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Founded in 2016, Everise is a branding firm. In Singapore and Austin, Texas, the team specializes in Branding and IT managed services.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kokomo, IN
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See all 5 projectsForestal Security specializes in Application Testing and QA Testing services. They are praised for their simplicity and effective communication, with 100% of reviewers noting the clarity and comprehensiveness of their reports. Clients appreciate their budget-friendly pricing and value, as well as their ability to deliver timely and thorough Software Quality Assurance testing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Grafx apps is a website development company. Founded in 2019, the team offers Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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Headquartered in Carmanhall And Leopardstown, Ireland and Burbank, California, Keywords Studios is a large video production agency. The team provides Video Production and Mobile App Development.
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See all 1 projectsNelson Digital is a marketing consultancy specializing in enterprise outreach and pilot program sales. Reviews indicate a 100% positive feedback rate, highlighting their excellent project management, timely delivery, and attention to detail. Clients appreciate their flexibility and alignment with company values, with no areas for improvement noted.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Allen, TX
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Tech RBM, a social media marketing firm, focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is in Allen, Texas.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Mesa, AZ
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MesaBizz is a midsize app development firm founded in 2011. Their team specializes in Mobile App Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Web design agency Softwaric is based in New York, New York. They focus on Web Design and UX/UI Design and were established in 2019.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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In New York, New York, Cyber Concepts is a custom software development company. They offer Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting and were established in 2018.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Casper, WY
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DevsAxe is a mobile application development company. Their team is located in Casper, Wyoming and specializes in Mobile App Development and Application Testing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Golden Bay Consulting is a cloud consulting & SI company. The Albuquerque, New Mexico-based team focuses on cloud consulting & SI and Cybersecurity.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Founded in 2024, Addo Social, a small branding company, is located in Austin, Texas. Their team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9League City, TX
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Software development firm ACR Integration LLC is in League City, Texas. Founded in 2020, the team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Bartlett, IL
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WebWaves Technology is a SEO services firm based in Bartlett, Illinois. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Located in Los Angeles, California, Ecom Surge is a small Conversion Optimization company. The team offers Conversion Optimization and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Milpitas, CA
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IOTTAA is a Milpitas, California-based branding company. They specialize in Branding and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2017.
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List of the Top 15 United States QA Testers
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Seattle, WA
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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 - 249Boise, ID
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36/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Boise, ID
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31.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Boulder, CO
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31/40.015.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Aurora, CO
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30.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Francisco, CA
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Aventura, FL
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$5,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Sunnyvale, CA
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27.1/40.018/20 Reviews1.6/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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34.6/40.015.8/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Lakewood, CO
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38.4/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Houston, TX
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35.4/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Scottsdale, AZ
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36.3/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Guys Mills, PA
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29.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Princeton, NJ
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29.3/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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35.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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35/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Lewisville, TX
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32.6/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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34.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249McLean, VA
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26.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews4.3/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Plano, TX
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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31.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Austin, TX
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30.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.2/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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20.8/40.016.8/20 Reviews0/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, OR
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30.8/40.015/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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30.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Application Testing80% Other
U.S. Software Testing FAQs
U.S. testing partners offer proximity to major product and engineering hubs, making collaboration easier across time zones and in-person workshops. Many teams also understand domestic compliance requirements such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX, COPPA, and accessibility standards (WCAG/ADA), which is critical for healthcare, fintech, public sector, and enterprise SaaS.
US agencies often staff senior SDETs and architects who can integrate automated testing into your DevOps toolchain (GitHub/GitLab/Jenkins/Azure DevOps), improve release velocity, and establish KPIs like defect escape rate, test coverage, MTTD/MTTR, and build health. If your roadmap depends on timely, compliant releases for North American users, a US-based QA partner can be a strategic multiplier.
Pricing varies because of factors like expertise, location, and scope. Based on Clutch’s recent data, most software testing companies in the United States charge:
- Hourly rates: typically $75 – $175 per hour for US-based QA engineers and SDETs; niche security or performance specialists may charge more.
- Monthly dedicated QA: $8,000 – $20,000+ per engineer for embedded team models.
- Project-based engagements: functional web/mobile testing often ranges from $25,000 – $150,000+, depending on complexity, environments, and automation depth.
- Ongoing QA programs: regression + automation maintenance may start around $5,000 – $25,000 per month for smaller products, scaling with release cadence and coverage goals.
Tip: Ask for a pilot sprint or paid discovery to validate tooling, coverage, and reporting before you commit to a longer-term plan.
U.S. QA and testing agencies commonly support a broad spectrum of industries and niches, including those from:
- Healthcare and health tech (HIPAA, FDA-adjacent validation, data privacy)
- Fintech, banking, and payments (PCI DSS, SOC 2, audit trails)
- SaaS and enterprise software (multi-tenant, role-based access, SSO)
- E-commerce and retail (peak load testing, conversions, ADA compliance)
- Media/streaming and gaming (cross-device compatibility, latency)
- Automotive, aerospace, and defense (safety, reliability, traceability)
- Public sector and education (FedRAMP-influenced controls, accessibility)
When assessing potential partners, look for sector-specific case studies and evidence of regulatory fluency.
Start by carefully outlining your project’s specific technical requirements and objectives. Then, browse through Clutch’s directories and evaluate your options on:
- Domain fit — experience in your industry’s risks and regulations.
- Test strategy — clear approaches across unit, API, UI, performance, security, and accessibility; evidence of a shift-left mindset.
- Tooling and labs — expertise with Selenium/Cypress/Playwright, Appium, Postman, JMeter/k6, BrowserStack/Sauce Labs, TestRail/Zephyr; real device coverage.
- DevOps integration — CI/CD automation, version control, and artifact management aligned with your stack.
- Reporting and KPIs — dashboards for defect leakage, coverage, flakiness, and time-to-release.
- Team model — embedded vs. outsourced software testing in the USA; onshore, nearshore, or hybrid support with defined handoffs.
- Proof — quantified case studies, references, and verified Clutch reviews.
Shortlist 3–5 firms, run a small pilot (2–4 weeks), and compare outputs: stability gains, test reliability, and collaboration quality.
- No written test strategy, unclear scope, or generic “we test everything” claims
- Overreliance on manual testing without a roadmap for automation where it makes sense
- Limited real-device coverage for mobile or a shallow browser/OS matrix
- Flaky tests and no remediation plan; ignoring test data and environment parity
- Vanity metrics (case counts) instead of meaningful KPIs (defect escape rate, coverage)
- Inability to integrate with your CI/CD tools or provide audit-ready reports
- Lack of familiarity with required standards (HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, WCAG/ADA)
- Poor knowledge transfer, no ownership of test assets, or missing documentation
Underestimating red flags can lead to regrets, headaches, and costly mishaps in the future. Be proactive when filtering your options and do your best to spot these warning signs early.