The 30 Best App Developers in New York City

Not only is NYC a financial and cultural capital these days - but one of the world's top tech hubs. Silicon Alley, along with several other hubs, buzzes with startups, agencies, and tech talent!

There are hundreds of app development agencies in New York, so choosing the right one for your project can be challenging. To help you choose, we've made this roundup of the 30 best app developers in New York City.

We chose these by researching the options on directories like Clutch, and evaluating them on criteria like:

  • Mobile app development focus
  • Portfolios & past projects
  • Reputation and client reviews

We used our own expertise and experience in app development projects to make these recommendations, and we feel confident that each agency listed is capable, competent and professional.

After we've gone through our top picks, we'll introduce MobiLoud - and explain why our site-to-app convertor platform could make more sense for your businesses.

Let's get started on the roundup.

Majestyk
Majestyk is a digital product studio. You name it. We’ve built it.
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Hourly Rate
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150
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$
199
/hr
"They were fun and engaging while also being incredibly professional." By Owner, Goodhard Physical Therapy
Hi Interactive
Where user interfaces light up every user's life
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$
Hourly Rate
$
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$
/hr
"Hi Interactive was very efficient and organized." By Application Programmer, local government
Tanooki Labs
Technical co-founders for hire
Project Size
$
50000
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$
75000
Hourly Rate
$
150
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$
199
/hr
"I would recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for a tech team." By Executive Director, Heat Seek Inc
Messapps
We don't just develop apps. We build dreams.
Project Size
$
75000
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$
100000
Hourly Rate
$
100
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$
149
/hr
"Their app development skills were top-notch." By Founder & CEO, Kenzie Burke Life
Flowcodes
Solutions that work! Mobile & Web Development.
Project Size
$
10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
25
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$
49
/hr
“They are a high-quality but affordable option.” By Managing Director, Smalk Works
Crocoapps
Let's make cool products together
Project Size
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10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"They actively sought our input, understood our requirements, and incorporated our vision into the development process." By CEO, marketing and advertising company
Triple2Digital
Triple2 Digital is a full-service digital agency
Project Size
$
1000
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$
5000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"Anthony and his team have delivered above and beyond my expectations. I really don't know very much about software development but I had an idea that they helped me bring to market" By Casey D'Arcey, Founder
Maxtra Technologies
We mean IT Innovation
Project Size
$
5000
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$
10000
Hourly Rate
$
25
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$
49
/hr
"I am very satisfied with the service that Maxtra provided us." By CEO, Brilhante
SEMNEXUS
Startup app experts
Project Size
$
10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
100
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$
149
/hr
"Their team’s not only professional and reliable but also fun." By COO Jennylife
SneakersApps
We design and build apps that grow businesses.
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
100
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$
149
/hr
"They’re smart, quick-working, and really able to understand our challenges as a startup." By Head of Product, Kinetic
HubSpire
Award-Winning Mobile and Web Site Developer
Project Size
$
10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"We’re very excited by how they were able to accommodate us." By Director of Technology, NYSAIS
Halycon Mobile
We build award winning mobile products with purpose
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"I was most impressed with the thoughtfulness and pride the entire team had in their work." By Product manager, religious non-profit
Fueled
THERE’S AN APP, THEN THERE’S A FUELED APP
Project Size
$
75000
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$
100000
Hourly Rate
$
150
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$
199
/hr
"Their expertise, skills, engagement model, collaboration, communication, and thought-leadership were impressive." By CTO, Katapult Group Inc
BlueLabel
Innovate With Confidence
Project Size
$
75000
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$
100000
Hourly Rate
$
100
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$
149
/hr
"The team has been highly responsive and available for any and all questions." By Co-Founder, BounceBack
Appetizer Mobile
The premier mobile digital agency based in NYC
Project Size
$
10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"I liked the creativity that they added to my initial project." By Creator, Fill Your Soul With Love
Zco
A Veteran Custom Software Developer
Project Size
$
10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
25
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$
49
/hr
"They accommodate all of my requests and get it done on the promised time and date." By President, Fresh New Start
AppsChopper
We Provide App Development Services Engineered to Drive Business Growth
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"Their team has complete knowledge of what they are doing and what I am asking them." By Owner, Furniture & Family
Tapptitude
A Product Studio for Positive Impact at Scale
Project Size
$
50000
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$
75000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"The project was really well-executed." By VP of Technology, Technology Company
ColorfulDots, LLC
If it's Digital - We're Doing It!
Project Size
$
10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
100
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$
149
/hr
We're a full-service software development agency focused on creating enterprise software products for Fortune 500's, State & Federal Government agencies, and early to high-growth stage startups.…
Majestyk
Making experiences that leave lasting impressions
Project Size
$
50000
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$
75000
Hourly Rate
$
150
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$
199
/hr
"They understand that our success is their success." By Founder & CEO, TAGit
KiwiTech
Trust us with your Innovation
Project Size
$
10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
25
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$
49
/hr
“Their team was very kind and ethical.” By CEO, Digital Disease Screeners Manufacturer
Tappollo Media
Creating Mobile Apps for Market Leaders since 2008
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
100
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$
149
/hr
"They challenge our ideas and are honest. If they come up with something that can be improved, they share it with us."
SYNERGY Consulting
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | Top Mobile & Web App Dev Company
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
“A lot of people talk a big game but SYNERGY delivers.” By Owner, Bar Fling
Dedicated Developers
From 💡Idea to App📱Dedicated to On time On budget
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"They helped us grow to over $20 Million in recurring revenue and over 800 clients" By Digital Media Manager, The Lumistella Company
SwensonHe
The founder's firm. We guide, build, invest.
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
100
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$
149
/hr
"They’re the epitome of professionalism." By Digital Media Manager, The Lumistella Company
Zazz
Possibilities Re-imagined
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"Zazz was proactive in ensuring that the developed product met the quality standards and was free of bugs or errors." By Founder, Smile and Company
Very Good Ventures
The Flutter App Development Experts
Project Size
$
100000
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$
150000
Hourly Rate
$
150
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$
199
/hr
“It feels like we’re one big team and not just a vendor and a client.” By Project Leader, Homethrive
Lickability
Designing & developing delightful apps
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
150
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$
199
/hr
“They have an incredibly rare combination of humility and expertise.” By Lead Engineer, Epic Games
Jafton
🚀 Top App Development Agency 👨‍💻
Project Size
$
20000
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$
50000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
“They were knowledgeable about advanced technologies.” By Co-Founder & CEO, Allbirds
Launchpad App Development
We transform innovative ideas into successful apps
Project Size
$
10000
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$
20000
Hourly Rate
$
49
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$
99
/hr
"Each of their suggestions significantly improved the product and was essential in getting the app off the ground…" By Managing Director, Stir Crazy Kids

So there you have it, the 30 best app developers in . It's a pretty impressive selection with a lot of technical talent and experience. However, there are other options you should consider before going with one of these agencies.

The key question - do you even need them?

As we're about to explain, probably not.

Do you really need an  app development agency?

As we've seen, there are plenty of app developers in . They'll be happy to chat about your project and are all capable of building what you want - providing you have the budget and are open to a few compromises.

These app developers have their downsides though. For a start, as you can see, they aren't cheap.

The average comes in at $100 per hour, so even to build a fairly simple set of apps you're looking at $50k+. They also tend to be busy with work, and even if they can start working on your apps right away - it'll most likely be 3-6 months to get a first version shipped (minimum). Throughout the process you'll need to work closely with them, checking in on work and communicating with the team.

This is all worth it, of course, to get great apps. But is it necessary?

No - not if you already have a website, online store, or web app.

MobiLoud: More Affordable (and Effective) than any App Developer

If you already have a working app for the web, you don't need a  app development agency to build you iOS and Android apps from scratch. You can save tens of thousands of dollars - and months of waiting - by using MobiLoud.

MobiLoud converts your existing website, online store, or web app into native mobile apps in just weeks, for a fraction of the cost of an agency.

There's no long wait times, no six-figure invoices, and no need to compromise on your apps' features and functionalities. MobiLoud apps:

  • Allow you to reuse everything from your website or web app (all features, plugins, integrations)
  • Blend the best of the web with the best of native app technology
  • Require minimum time and zero technical skill to manage

Compared to a  app development agency, using MobiLoud can easily save you 90% of the cost and months of effort.

We can build you any kind of app, so long as you have an existing website or web app to provide the content. We've built thousands of apps over the years, for:

And pretty much any other vertical you can think of!

Our model is affordable and manageable for even small startup businesses, while remaining powerful and scalable enough for a global brand. Take a look at some of our app examples and case studies.

It doesn't matter whether you're located in  or anywhere else. Our global team are always just an email (or a call) away to support your business.

Ready to learn more? The process starts with a no-strings demo, where one of our team will explain the entire process to you.

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