The Top 10 App Developers in Portland
Portland, with its unique blend of artistic flair and innovative drive, has been steadily growing as a tech hub in the Pacific Northwest.
The city has plenty of app development agencies, but it isn't always easy to choose the right ones. Online directories are plagued by companies gaming the results and spoofing their locations - and there are a few unreliable outfits that don't really offer the services they claim.
At MobiLoud we've built thousands of iOS and Android apps, and we've worked with plenty of app development agencies. We used our experience to research Portland app developers, and eventually came up with a list of the top 10.
Take a look at each of them, and decide whether any of them could be the agency for you.
PlatformXR is a US-based team of VR and AR experts that creates custom solutions and business-purposed applications. They have clients including AT&T, Kaiser Permanente, Intel, University of Oregon, and numerous agencies and real estate groups. PlatformXR's work has increased engagement and provided a better understanding of customer experience. They offer services in AR/VR development, application management & support, application testing, cloud consulting & SI, mobile app development, UX/UI design, and web development.
Kickstand is a full-stack software agency that works with startups to design, validate, and launch software products and platforms. They have a team of engineers, designers, and data scientists with experience in working with startups. They offer services such as mobile app development, custom software development, web development, AI development, and e-commerce development.
Synergetx specializes in web and mobile technologies. They have experienced in small to large web applications, databases, APIs, and native mobile apps. They have years of experience building ERP software for various platforms for clients like Mangamo, Nava & Co, Northwestern University, Head Start, University of Chicago. Their team has strong skills in Javascript, React, React Native, HTML/CSS, Node.js, SQL, PHP, web design, and Wordpress theme development.
Olio Apps offers custom software development, mobile app development, and web development services. They have a focus on rapid prototyping and transition to production. They have worked on projects in various industries including consulting, manufacturing, healthcare, and energy & natural resources. They have experience in custom software development using Python and mobile app development for iOS and Android platforms.
Twenty Ideas is a company that designs human-centered digital products in the healthcare industry. They have decades of experience in health technologies and focus on combining elegant patient experiences with HIPAA compliance and secure architectures. They offer services in AI expertise, application platforms, cloud computing, mobile app development, UX/UI design, and more. They have received positive reviews from clients in the healthcare, financial services, and education sectors.
Knuckleheads is a mobile shop that offers full service mobile app development. They provide UI/UX/design, native iOS and Android development, analytics and notifications, backend tools, and mobile roadmap guidance. Their focus is on mobile app development, with 50% of their service lines dedicated to this.
Chamber DS now called Vault Studio after a rebrand, is a mobile app development company based in Portland, Oregon. They specialize in turning ideas into mobile app businesses. Their mobile app process consists of six phases: Discovery, Blueprint, Design, Develop, Deploy, and Support. They have a focus on mobile app development, with services including UX/UI design, digital strategy, mobile and app marketing, market research, and marketing strategy.
SingleMind is a software design and development agency that serves enterprises, startups, and non-profit organizations. They have more than 15 years of experience and offer services such as mobile app development, web development, and AI development. They have worked with clients in various industries including manufacturing, retail, gaming, IT services, and healthcare.
Sembit is the #1 software development company in Oregon. The company has an average of 20 years of professional experience per person. They have in-house designers who create high fidelity mockups of every screen. Project managers at Sembit ensure that budgets and schedules are on track and run weekly agile meetings and their developers build applications according to the shared vision.
So there you have it, the 10 best app developers in Portland. Go ahead and contact them or do further research to make a decision.
Firstly though one question.....
Do you really need an app development agency?
As we've seen, there are plenty of app developers in Portland who can build decent apps. They have their downsides though. For a start, they aren't cheap, and basic apps will likely set you back $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).
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 Portland 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.
We're a global team, serving businesses in Portland and all over the United States. Our team is always a Slack message or Zoom call away.
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 an app development agency, using MobiLoud can easily save you 90% of the cost and months of effort. Even the most cost-effective Portland app developers can't match the mix of affordability and functionality you'll get from MobiLoud.
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:
- Digital publishers like Foreign Policy, Simple Flying, and Deeper Blue
- eCommerce brands like Rainbow Shops, Bestseller, and John Varvatos
- Startups like Givi, RespiTrac, and Gear2Go
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 Portland 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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