Top AR & VR Development Companies in USA

Researched by:Goodfirms Research TeamUpdated:September 21, 2026

Goodfirms has reviewed 671 AR & VR Development Companies in USA as of September 2026. The top-ranked firm is Treeview (0.0 stars, 0 verified reviews, $100 - $149/hr, founded 2016, NYC). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $25, median client rating is 4.9, and 31% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted AR & VR Development Companies in USA below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.

Are you searching for the top AR & VR app development companies in the USA? Competent AR developers in the USA help businesses achieve significant internal efficiency gains, enabling them to operate more effectively and recruit more effectively. Hence, hiring such developers to offer consolidated solutions for all your requirements is essential to ensure a complete digital transformation. Goodfirms has compiled a list of virtual reality companies in the USA, utilizing its market intelligence to help you find a reliable technology partner. Use this list to find the top VR developers in the USA and hire your best business match today.

Goodfirms has verified 671 AR & VR Development Companies in USA - part of 2,431+ Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality Companies, each passing Goodfirms' 4-step verification process (background check, client interviews, portfolio audit, ongoing quality review). Listings marked "Sponsored" are agencies that pay for premium placement - sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content.

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  • Magnopus is a content-focused technology company forging design, art, and technology to create new experiences across augmented reality, virtual reality and good ol'​ fashioned reality reality. Located in downtown Los Angeles, we are empowered by an Academy Award-winning team of designers, artists, engineers, and "get it done"​ producers who bring a diverse body of experience ... read Magnopus reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    Los Angeles, United States
  • Augray’s vision is to provide AR / VR/ MR platform applications for smartphones, tablets and wearables that empower consumers with valuable visual experiences. We augment the real and virtual world with fun, emotional, educational and timely insights. Augray provides a disruptive medium to consume information in a way technology has never been able to do.

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2014
    Brookfield, United States
  • As a partner, Epigraph is committed to the long-term success of your 3D investment. A key to this mission is our company culture that fosters an innovative, fun, smart and collaborative environment.

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2018
    Kansas City, United States
  • ARPost is an independent news publication dedicated to the consumer and enterprise augmented reality and virtual reality industries. Follow for news, reviews and VR/AR updates.

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2017
    NYC, United States
  • With over 10 years of experience, the AR FIRM is one of the first full-service agencies in Los Angeles to provide their expertise in creating immersive interactive experiences for leading design agencies, artists and live event promoters and commercial real-estate developers. We transform environments using ingenious solutions and dynamic user experiences. We align your goals ... read The AR FIRM reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2016
    Los Angeles, United States
  • Geenee is a low-code WebAR SaaS platform producing interactive NFTs, Games and eCommerce products that amplify human abilities. Geenee has developed patented web-based AR software, aNFT (augmented reality NFTs) and integrated advanced image and computer vision technologies to drive commerce. Geenee powers dynamic AR products for Fortune 500 firms, and empowers individual creators to monetize ... read Geenee AR reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2015
    Los Angeles, United States
  • Cognition is a beyond-the-edge media lab using newly emergent scanning, XR and AI technologies to create breathtaking new applications as part of our socially relevant RE • t h i n k™ platform. Our mission is to utilize technology to Human-Up™ already! It’s time for our toys to start making us more human, not less. ... read Cognition.la reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Los Angeles, United States
  • We are bringing everyone closer to the game in ways never before imagined, with new forms of interaction, immersion, and personalization. From mobile apps, to giant touchscreens, to smart TVs, to VR/AR, we deliver exactly what each fan, commentator, coach, or player wants to see. We are pushing the boundaries of deep tech -- machine ... read Second Spectrum reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2013
    Los Angeles, United States
  • At Hyperkinetic Studios, our seasoned consultants breathe life into your vision for app and game development, from inception through execution. As experts in game prototyping, we help you navigate the terrain, turning great ideas into fully realized digital experiences. WHO WE ARE Hyperkinetic Studios is a collection of die-hard, passionate game developers with extraordinary talents ... read Hyperkinetic Studios reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2014
    Los Angeles, United States
  • Artists of the Industry has a rich history of servicing the hospitality, convention, and corporate meeting and events industries. The leadership and team at AOFTHEI was built by bringing together and blending a diverse and talented group of individuals from the technology, hospitality, entertainment and software industries, creating a unique agency that continues to reinvent ... read Artists of the Industry reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Chicago, United States
  • CareAR is an augmented reality (AR) remote-support platform that provides both human-guided AR experiences and self-guided AR instructions to empower your technicians while delivering improved customer outcomes.

    < $25/hr
    250 - 999
    2018
    Plano, United States
  • WORKSHOP 3D, LLC is a full-service augmented reality company, providing both creative and technical services to meet client’s needs with augmented reality solutions on mobile devices. With broad experience in all sides of the software industry, our team takes your project from inception to completion with our expertise in conceptualization, design, development, implementation, and deployment.

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2017
    South Seattle, United States
  • We're not normal, routine or even completely sane. We have this crazy idea that the future is bright and exciting with miles of possibilities. In fact, you could say our team works in the future...striving mightily to bring it into the present. This is reflected in our innovative approach to varied clients and industries; utilizing ... read Trifecta Communications reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Oklahoma City, United States
  • XRMentor an easy to use maintenance training and repair software solution enhanced with Augmented Reality technology. With features such as Live AR video Streaming, Virtual Equipment Training and Remote Collaboration your enterprise can instantly stay connected, reduce cost and increase compliance. Contact us today to learn about how AUGMENTOR®can help you Replicate Your Experts.

    NA
    50 - 249
    1998
    Orlando, United States
  • Walk, run, and jump inside your own virtual world at our nearly 3,000 square foot facility in Northern Liberties, Philadelphia. The Holodec offers multiple gaming areas and an esports lab with a variety of advanced and intermediate gaming options. Our virtual reality and video gaming equipment can play host to a wide range of events. ... read The Holodec reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Philadelphia, United States
  • MVP Interactive is an extended reality technology company that creates immersive experiences to amplify your brand by blending real world and digital environments. We specialize in building augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, and consumer engagement experiences across sports, retail, entertainment, media, gaming, healthcare and more. At MVP Interactive ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2012
    Philadelphia, United States
  • We're passionate about helping our clients drive results, impact, and imagination with immersive collaboration technology. As pioneers in the VR industry, we’ve been overcoming the impossible to produce what can only be described as magic. With over two decades of proven industry experience in virtual reality, WorldViz provides guidance, leadership, and talent to those using ... read WorldViz VR reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2002
    Santa Barbara, United States
  • We are a full-service video production company located in the Phoenix Metro area. We specialize in Corporate Video, Student and Multifamily Housing Video, Virtual Reality Video, and 3D Animation. We’ve been around for over 17 years and have worked with big names such as PetSmart, Coca-Cola, Ford, NXP Semiconductors, Parker & Sons, and Asset Housing! ... read PointInTime reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2002
    Tempe, United States
  • As the premier provider of Virtual Reality (VR) technology, VirtualRealityRental.co works with your company to provide the best in VR entertainment for your events, including parties, exhibits, trade shows, and conferences. Using our extensive event experience combined with the latest VR technology, we help you plan and implement a unique experience for event attendees. Whether ... read Augmented Reality Rental reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    Plano, United States
  • Planoplan is a professional home design software that you can master within two hours. No courses are required to start to work with the tool. A professional designer will need several hours to learn the software. And a beginner will feel assured and comfortable after a day of work with the software.

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    Plano, United States
  • Immersive Technologies (Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality/Mixed Reality) will disrupt status quo across multiple industries and cause a paradigm shift in how we interact with each other and the world around us. Opportunities are abundant, but Appearition is more than just technology. It’s about being an agent of change. We believe that our customers need a trusted ... read Appearition reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Portland, United States
  • Dream Syndicate is born from over a decade of experience developing AR/VR experiences. As an early adopter of the technology, Dream Syndicate’s Creative Director, Howard McCabe developed an Augmented Reality experience for the National Guard in 2010, long before people knew what AR was. This project opened a doorway and sowed the first seeds that ... read Dream Syndicate reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Philadelphia, United States
  • SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation’s technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our ... read SAIC reviews & insights

    NA
    10000+
    2013
    Philadelphia, United States
  • Elara is a strategic creative agency developing creative digital content for medical device, pharmaceutical and industrial markets. Our work enables top brands to showcase their vision; transforming beautiful creative into innovative and agile digital content mediums including virtual reality, mixed and augmented reality, touchable haptic technology, 3D animations, and videos. Elara’s creative services include a ... read Elara Systems reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2000
    Sacramento, United States
  • Agile Global Solutions, Inc (AGILE GLOBAL) is a global Business and IT solutions provider headquartered in Folsom, CA (a suburb of Sacramento) servicing prestigious clients all over the world. AGILE GLOBAL has assisted numerous Fortune/Global 1000 and mid-sized firms in their application development, integration, conversion, consolidation and support efforts. We are also dedicated to partnering ... read Agile Global Solutions reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2003
    Folsom, United States
  • QuantumERA makes your stories more memorable with hyper-real experiences that immerse users into stories. Contact us to bring your book, museum or history to life. QuantumERA innovates with immersive, non-linear experiences that dive into other eras and worlds utilizing technology like augmented and virtual reality. Users are transported to places that have only existed in ... read QuantumERA reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2016
    San Antonio, United States
  • Paracosma Inc is Augmented and Virtual Reality design, consulting and systems integration company that provides solutions and skills to both small and large customers. Paracosma services include content creation, application development, and project implementation across a broad range of AR & VR platforms. Additionally, Paracosma creates its own content in the gaming, entertainment, tourism, enterprise ... read Paracosma reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    San Francisco, United States
  • We are an immersive software agency committed to providing our clients with innovative products to serve their business'​ vertical. Our team has extensive industry experience building software for nearly every VR and AR platform. We've had the pleasure of serving a number of notable companies including Airbnb, Google, Warner Bros, Microsoft, and Lifeproof to provide ... read 3DIQ reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2017
    San Francisco, United States
  • Vital Entreprises gives superpowers to technicians and engineers worldwide. Based in San Francisco, Vital uses the most cutting edge Augmented Reality technology to bring users working thousands of miles apart to the same room. While wearing Smart Glasses and using Vital 4.0 software, your workspace becomes virtual, allowing colleagues to collaborate to reduce human error, ... read Vital Enterprises reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2013
    San Francisco, United States
  • ForgeFX is a training simulation software development company based in San Francisco. We provide custom application development services for clients looking to create PC-based interactive training applications, using high-fidelity 3D graphics. Our clients compete in the aerospace, transportation, construction, health care, education, and pharmaceutical industries. ForgeFX creates interactive VR 3D simulations that give your target ... read ForgeFX Simulations reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2002
    San Francisco, United States
  • Neumatic is an award-winning video design and production studio. For over 10 years we've partnered with clients from around the world to create virtual reality experiences, animated video, interactive websites and marketing collateral. Brands like Cisco, Splunk, HP and Veritas appreciate our creative visual storytelling, passion for new technologies, and thoughtful approach to solving problems.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2006
    San Francisco, United States
  • Skipfour collaborates with teams, small and big, ready for the next step in their growth; who care deeply about choosing the right development partner and the user experience.​ We are committed to our customers success and work diligently to build the right product strategy and delivery model.

    NA
    2 - 9
    San Francisco, United States
  • From a rooftop cafe overlooking the ocean on the Big Island of Hawaii, Reflective Brands was born. Amidst the authentic Kona brew and sun kissed ocean waves, the founders Nisha Burton and Joshua Alan Young had a spark of inspiration. How can the many puzzle pieces of traditional branding, marketing, and web development be put ... read Reflective Brands reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Portland, United States
  • CY Vision develops software-based holographic display technology that delivers augmented reality experiences that meet the challenges of difficult vehicular environments. Built for existing compute platforms and sensor architectures, the company’s systems adapt to different vehicle models and users’ ergonomic demands. The company focuses on production-grade implementations based on proven hardware that meets OEM requirements for ... read CY Vision reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    San Jose, United States
  • Vreal is the first broadcast platform for virtual reality entertainment. Vreal enables content creators to record, stream, and share VR experiences with their fans, whether viewers are enjoying the content on a VR headset or watching on a 2D screen. Viewers can join their friends in immersive VR streams made by their favorite content creators.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2015
    Seattle, United States
  • Altoura is the pioneer of interactive digital twin technology and maker of the productivity platform for the metaverse. Altoura 5.0, the company’s flagship no-code platform, transforms physical assets into high-fidelity 3D models that power immersive, interactive, and collaborative experiences for remote workers. Managers and remote workers love Altoura because activities that once required a physical ... read Altoura reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2005
    Seattle, United States
  • Taqtile builds cross-platform, cross-industry, software solutions designed to improve industrial processes, complex task learning and data visualization; ultimately making enterprises, organizations and cities more transparent and efficient. Headquartered in Seattle, with offices in Tucson and Minsk, Taqtile was founded in 2011.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2011
    Seattle, United States
  • Inclusive Reality™ is a digital experiences company that specializes in extended reality technologies across mobile, PC, web, and HMD devices. We enable business customers to convert sales, captivate audiences, and drive traffic by creating digital experiences using extended reality (XR) technologies. We focus on creating inclusive experiences on augmented reality (AR) devices like phones and ... read Inclusive Reality LLC reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2017
    Kirkland, United States
  • Founded in 2012 by Jake Rubin and Dr. Robert Crockett, HaptX builds technology that simulates touch with unprecedented realism. HaptX Gloves enable natural interaction and realistic haptic feedback in virtual reality and robotics for the first time. HaptX is a venture-backed startup with offices in San Luis Obispo, CA and Seattle, WA.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2012
    Redmond, United States
  • What sets us apart from the majority of VR development companies is that we apply a business lens to solution design. We are business people first, technologists second. At the core of our approach is identifying ways to help our customers make money, save money, and/or reduce risk across the enterprise through the use of ... read Xalter reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    San Antonio, United States
  • Pixelligent has reinvented the way composite materials are made by synthetically replicating a broad set of metal oxide materials found in nature. PixClear® Designer Compounds™ deliver a combination of properties, operating efficiencies and never-before-seen performance for Augmented and Virtual Reality, OLED/QD/LED displays, optical sensors, solid-state lighting and energy-related applications. Our proprietary product development and fully ... read Pixelligent reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2009
    Baltimore, United States
  • DecoAR is a creative mixed reality agency focusing on Augmented and Virtual Reality for businesses and brands. Through the creation of these experiences, a consumer can interact with a brand and their perception of that company and the value of the product can be enhanced. If you are looking into creating custom iOS Apps you’ve ... read DecoAR reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2019
    Doral, United States
  • We are building an innovation economy that makes a positive impact on society; where people can discover and businesses can inspire. At V, we create personal and innovative experiences that solve everyday human problems.

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    Las Vegas, United States
  • TowardXR is a consulting, training, and publishing firm dedicated to guiding clients through the practical steps necessary to understand their needs in extended reality (XR) and Metaverse topics. We help you filter out the noise, understand what choices need to be made now vs. in the future, and to integrate better XR/Metaverse thinking into your ... read TowardXR reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2022
    Portland, United States
  • We are an award-winning creative production studio focused on AR/VR & Web3. Our team is dedicated to our craft, we love challenges. We go over and above to create projects that are memorable for our clients and their audiences. Our mission is to create a new visual language that unlocks an unforgettable experience and encourages ... read Beagle reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    NYC, United States
  • CREATE NEW FORMATS OF VISUAL COMMUNICATION THAT DRIVES BRAND GROWTH We’ve helped 150+ brands, advertising agencies, and production companies create AR/VR solutions and immersive experiences.

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    Saint Petersburg, United States
  • We are a global, award-winning, mixed reality studio and digital art production house on a mission to generate joy through the digital arts. We partner with leading brands, organizations, and agencies to create the meaningful XR experiences and stunning 3D assets you need to build community, inspire your audience, and expand hearts and minds.

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    2018
    Santa Clara, United States
  • ByOwls is a UE5 game co-development studio delivering for PC (Steam), VR (PCVR/Quest) and Mobile. We plug into your pipeline or run full-cycle development — from rapid prototypes to release. What we do • Gameplay systems (Blueprint/C++), level design, UX/UI • Real-time art: environments, characters, props (PBR, LODs, collisions) • Performance/optimization (PC & VR), platform ... read ByOwls reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2021
    Middletown, United States

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Industry Leaders
Top-right · Both axes ≥ 50
1FIRMS

Strong on both Core Competencies and 360-Performance. These firms have proven track records, deep specialisation, and solid client outcomes. Default recommendation for most buyers.

Top 5 by composite score

1SoluLab54 / 50
Industry Contenders
Top-left · Y ≥ 50, X < 50
0FIRMS

Strong execution but broader service mix. High-quality generalists - good fit if your project crosses multiple disciplines in one engagement.

The Industry Leaders in detail

The 1 highest-scoring firms in the Industry Leaders quadrant. Each has both Core Competencies and 360-Performance ≥ 50. Click any card for the full profile.

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$25 - $49250 - 9992014Los Angeles, California, United States
Core Competencies54
360-Performance50

How firms are placed on the matrix

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Algorithm at a glance
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X-axis (Core Competencies): Service Focus Ratio + Portfolio Depth + Quality + Experience
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Y-axis (360-Performance): Client Reviews + Market Presence + Goodfirms Score
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Missing signals are excluded from a firm's score, not substituted with defaults - weights redistribute across remaining inputs
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Recency decay over the last 18 months keeps stale reviews from dominating
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Eligibility floor: ≥ 1 published review in this category scope

Where the firms are.

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All states ranked by Value Score.

Every state in scope, ranked by Value Score.

StateFirmsAvg RateAvg RatingValue ScoreAction
USColorado11$28/hr582View firms
USPennsylvania23$33/hr582View firms
USArizona4$25/hr582View firms
USMassachusetts20$35/hr4.980View firms
USVirginia9$42/hr579View firms
USMaryland13$36/hr4.979View firms
USNew Hampshire2$37/hr578View firms
USMinnesota7$41/hr578View firms
USNew York54$55/hr4.977View firms
USOhio20$53/hr577View firms
USTexas90$53/hr4.876View firms
USNorth Carolina14$54/hr576View firms
USCalifornia133$66/hr4.975View firms
USWashington25$56/hr4.975View firms
USDelaware22$63/hr575View firms
USNew Jersey15$63/hr574View firms
USIllinois24$65/hr4.973View firms
USMissouri7$25/hr-73View firms
USMichigan21$33/hr-73View firms
USOklahoma7$60/hr4.972View firms
USGeorgia18$60/hr4.872View firms
USFlorida55$76/hr4.870View firms
USOregon12$36/hr-70View firms
USArkansas2$25/hr-70View firms
USAlabama3$29/hr-70View firms
USLouisiana5$32/hr-69View firms
USNew Mexico1$25/hr-69View firms
USUtah8$37/hr-69View firms
USIndiana1$25/hr-69View firms
USNorth Dakota1$25/hr-69View firms
USIowa1$25/hr-69View firms
USKentucky2$31/hr-68View firms
USTennessee2$31/hr-68View firms
USWyoming6$87/hr567View firms
USWisconsin4$41/hr-66View firms
USMontana2$37/hr-66View firms
USConnecticut4$42/hr-65View firms
USNebraska1$37/hr-65View firms
USNevada8$47/hr-65View firms
USRhode Island1$37/hr-65View firms
USWashington DC7$57/hr-61View firms
USKansas3$50/hr-61View firms
USSouth Carolina2$75/hr-51View firms
USColorado
11 firms$28/hr5
Value Score82 / 100
USPennsylvania
23 firms$33/hr5
Value Score82 / 100
USArizona
4 firms$25/hr5
Value Score82 / 100
USMassachusetts
20 firms$35/hr4.9
Value Score80 / 100
USVirginia
9 firms$42/hr5
Value Score79 / 100
USMaryland
13 firms$36/hr4.9
Value Score79 / 100
USNew Hampshire
2 firms$37/hr5
Value Score78 / 100
USMinnesota
7 firms$41/hr5
Value Score78 / 100
USNew York
54 firms$55/hr4.9
Value Score77 / 100
USOhio
20 firms$53/hr5
Value Score77 / 100
USTexas
90 firms$53/hr4.8
Value Score76 / 100
USNorth Carolina
14 firms$54/hr5
Value Score76 / 100
USCalifornia
133 firms$66/hr4.9
Value Score75 / 100
USWashington
25 firms$56/hr4.9
Value Score75 / 100
USDelaware
22 firms$63/hr5
Value Score75 / 100
USNew Jersey
15 firms$63/hr5
Value Score74 / 100
USIllinois
24 firms$65/hr4.9
Value Score73 / 100
USMissouri
7 firms$25/hr
Value Score73 / 100
USMichigan
21 firms$33/hr
Value Score73 / 100
USOklahoma
7 firms$60/hr4.9
Value Score72 / 100
USGeorgia
18 firms$60/hr4.8
Value Score72 / 100
USFlorida
55 firms$76/hr4.8
Value Score70 / 100
USOregon
12 firms$36/hr
Value Score70 / 100
USArkansas
2 firms$25/hr
Value Score70 / 100
USAlabama
3 firms$29/hr
Value Score70 / 100
USLouisiana
5 firms$32/hr
Value Score69 / 100
USNew Mexico
1 firms$25/hr
Value Score69 / 100
USUtah
8 firms$37/hr
Value Score69 / 100
USIndiana
1 firms$25/hr
Value Score69 / 100
USNorth Dakota
1 firms$25/hr
Value Score69 / 100
USIowa
1 firms$25/hr
Value Score69 / 100
USKentucky
2 firms$31/hr
Value Score68 / 100
USTennessee
2 firms$31/hr
Value Score68 / 100
USWyoming
6 firms$87/hr5
Value Score67 / 100
USWisconsin
4 firms$41/hr
Value Score66 / 100
USMontana
2 firms$37/hr
Value Score66 / 100
USConnecticut
4 firms$42/hr
Value Score65 / 100
USNebraska
1 firms$37/hr
Value Score65 / 100
USNevada
8 firms$47/hr
Value Score65 / 100
USRhode Island
1 firms$37/hr
Value Score65 / 100
USWashington DC
7 firms$57/hr
Value Score61 / 100
USKansas
3 firms$50/hr
Value Score61 / 100
USSouth Carolina
2 firms$75/hr
Value Score51 / 100

Match by work-hour overlap with your team.

Cost matters - but so does being able to actually talk to your developer during your workday. Here are the best destinations for each major hub.

If you're in US (PT/ET)Recommended

Look for nearshore LATAM partners - same-day collaboration, similar time zones, and 50-60% cost savings vs domestic.

MXMexico~7h overlap
ARArgentina~6h overlap
BRBrazil~5h overlap
CACanada~8h overlap
If you're in Europe (CET/GMT)Recommended

Eastern Europe is your sweet spot - 1-2h time zone shift, EU GDPR alignment, and 40-50% lower rates than Western Europe.

PLPoland~8h overlap
UAUkraine~7h overlap
RORomania~7h overlap
ZASouth Africa~8h overlap

How firms are placed on the matrix

Every position on this chart is the output of the Goodfirms ranking algorithm - a weighted composite of signals across two axes. The algorithm is recomputed regularly and is fully documented.

Sponsorship does not affect placement. PRO members receive visible badges and ad placements, but their algorithmic scores are calculated identically to free listings.

Read the full methodology
Algorithm at a glance
1
X-axis (Core Competencies): Service Focus Ratio + Portfolio Depth + Quality + Experience
2
Y-axis (360-Performance): Client Reviews + Market Presence + Goodfirms Score
3
Missing signals are excluded from a firm's score, not substituted with defaults - weights redistribute across remaining inputs
4
Recency decay over the last 18 months keeps stale reviews from dominating
5
Eligibility floor: ≥ 1 published review in this category scope

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States with the best Value Score for ar & vr development hiring.

Ranked by a composite score blending firm count (supply), average rating (quality), and median hourly rate (cost). Affordability is weighted highest (50%), so this list surfaces actually affordable destinations rather than just-big markets.

Budget leader
Texas · $0-24/hr

27 firms in this tier - more than any other state, averaging 5.0 ★. Top picks: Groove Jones, Red Apple Technologies, InstaSoft Inc.

Mid-tier leader
California · $50-99/hr

19 firms in this tier - more than any other state, averaging 4.7 ★. Top picks: Softermii, Workin Geeks, FFFACE.ME.

Top tier leader
California · $150+/hr

7 firms in this tier - more than any other state, averaging 5.0 ★. Top picks: Codiste, ALFATEK, Scalio.

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Best Value marks the densest, highest-rated, most-affordable cell per row

How the heatmap is built

Every cell in the grid above is the count of firms in (place × hourly-rate tier). Firms are placed by their published hourly rate; those without a disclosed rate are not plotted.

Top company names per cell are surfaced by Value Score - a weighted blend of affordability (50%) + rating (35%) + review volume (15%).

The "Best" ribbon marks the cell in each row where firm density, ratings, and affordability line up best - the densest, highest-quality combination.

Read the full methodology
Value Score · per firm
ValueScore = 0.50 × Affordability
+ 0.35 × Rating
+ 0.15 × Review Volume
// All sub-scores normalized 0-100
// Affordability = (1 - rate/$200) × 100
// Rating = (rating - 3) / 2 × 100
// Volume = log10(reviews+1)/log10(200) × 100

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