Top Software Development Companies in China

Researched by:Goodfirms Research TeamUpdated:September 5, 2026

Goodfirms has reviewed 60 Software Development Companies in China as of September 2026. The top-ranked firm is Shenzhen Feasycom Technology CO.,LTD (5.0 stars, 1 verified reviews, NA, founded 2013, Beibei). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $37, median client rating is 4.6, and 37% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted Software Development Companies in China below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.

Are you searching for one of the best IT services for your projects? If you are, you should consult custom software development companies from China. One of the most technically advanced nations, there is nothing China couldn't offer. Backed by its technological primacy, Chinese software developers offer some of the best technical and managerial services. Chinese software companies are apt with cutting-edge technologies and revolutionary ideas, rolling out top-notch software development solutions used and trusted by several industry giants. Below is the list of Top Custom Software Development Companies in China, prepared by Goodfirms, to aid your search efforts. With company details, client reviews, and Goodfirms' research, choose the best service provider for your needs.

60Verified firms
$37/hrMedian hourly rate
4.6 ★Median rating
37%Have 50+ members

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  • Feasycom focuses on the research and development of IoT (internet of things) products, including Bluetooth Modules, WiFi Modules, Bluetooth Beacons, Gateways and Bluetooth Adapters. With more than 15-year experience in the wireless connectivity, Feasycom has massive capabilities in providing low-risk product development, reducing system integration ... read Shenzhen Feasycom Technology CO.,LTD reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2013
    Beibei, China
    i like the feasycom beacon ana bluetooth module - yun bai
  • Sadja WebSolutions is a digital agency focused on creating custom websites, mobile apps and digital marketing to grow brands online. We help companies around the world increase their online presence and ROI through design, development and online marketing.

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2014
    Guangzhou, China
    Splendid work done by Sadja - IT Personnel
  • With obsessive attention to details, Topo Solutions offers an efficient digital and mobile solution for executing complex supply chain processes. Setting the expectation bar higher than ever. With more than a decade of experience in Quality Control and Manufacturing, our founder and CEO Benjamin Eberle realised the urgent need to digitize antiquated workflows and reporting ... read Topo Solutions reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2012
    Hong Kong, China
  • Grandia Solutions is a software company and Atlassian Marketplace Partner focused on building automation and reporting solutions for Jira and Confluence. Our flagship product, Report Hub, provides teams with instant access to ready-to-use reports, agile dashboards, and performance insights without the need for complex BI tools, scripts, or heavy configurations. With Report Hub, project managers, ... read Grandia Solutions reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2021
    Hong Kong, China
  • CIeNET Technologies is a leading technology service provider in the areas of technical consulting, software engineering and solution services. CIeNET has positioned itself as a premier global delivery partner with an increasing client base comprised of Multi-National Fortune 500 companies across Asia, Europe and North America. With global experience and fully connected development facilities, our ... read CIENET reviews & insights

    $150 - $199/hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    2000
    Beijing, China
  • Hunan Piizu Network Technology Co., Ltd is Specializing in Software Solutions Tailored to Your Business. currently we have development team contains a dozen of senior developers, 5 designer and 3 product manager. We deliver first class software development solution for clients on a global scale. Aside from code quality with well-designed architecture, guaranteed maintainability, scalability, ... read Piizu Network Technology reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Changsha, China
  • Leading digital transformation across APAC. Based in Hong Kong, we blend low-code and high-code to create a holistic digital presence for brands. At RMD HK, we believe that your digital presence is not just an art project—it’s a powerful tool to drive growth and achieve your business goals. When I founded RMD HK, my vision ... read RMD HK reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    10 - 49
    2021
    Hong Kong, China
  • Vauman is an international IT outsourcing and software development company delivering high-quality engineering and software development services to clients worldwide. Founded in 2009, Vauman supports startups, mid-sized companies, and enterprises with custom software development, full-stack application development, backend and frontend engineering, DevOps and cloud infrastructure, system maintenance, and long-term technical support. Vauman works closely with ... read Vauman reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2009
    Hong Kong, China
  • I am a freelance web designer and developer based in Hong Kong. I have been building websites and digital products for 16 years, from simple marketing sites to more complex platforms and tools. Most clients come to me because something is not working. The website looks dated, the mobile experience is poor, the layout feels ... read Kyle Williams reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    Freelancer
    2023
    Hong Kong, China
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    Liaoning Longhui Inernet Science and Technology Co.,Ltd is a professional China-based software development and offshore outsourcing company, founded in 2015. We focus on providing dedicated remote software engineering teams, full-cycle custom software development, QA testing, DevOps and technical support services for global startups, tech enterprises and traditional businesses worldwide.Team Scale: We have a stable in-house ... read Liaoning Longhui Inernet Science and Technology reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2015
    Dandong, China

    Why Liaoning Longhui Inernet Science and Technology?

    • Professional
    • Concentration
    • Experienced
  • APJ Software Co., Ltd. (APJHK) is a leading software development and consulting company established since 2002 offering high quality business and engineering software solution consultation services, project management services, etc to many well-known companies and organisations such as largest public transportation operator, public utilities companies, leading financial services companies, etc in HK and the region. ... read APJ Software reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    Shenzhen, China
  • Million Tech Development Limited, founded in 1987, is a reliable business partner for providing cost-effective solution. Our profound experiences ensure the effectiveness of our comprehensive one-stop solution on different aspects, Mobile Computing, Logistics and Warehouse Management, Industrial Automation, Barcode Labeling and Printing, RFID, and Shop Floor Management.

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    1987
    Shenzhen, China
  • Established in 1999, Beijing Jianfeng Computer Systems Co., Ltd (JFsys) is one of the earliest companies that provide European and American software outsourcing services. JFsys' s services covers multiple directions, including software outsourcing, software product R&D, high-end IT service, and enterprise solution consultation etc., and its customers are from various countries and districts like United ... read JF computer systems Co. Ltd reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    1999
    Beijing, China
  • KR Soft is a software development and consulting company that brings digital transformation to a number of businesses on the globe. We use innovative technology to deliver personalized multichannel user experiences with higher lifetime value, operating mainly in the Web languages including PHP, Ruby on Rails, Node.js, Python, React.js, Angular.js, Vue.js and JavaScript ecosystems. We ... read KR Soft reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2011
    Shenyang, China
  • PSD To Manythings ( A Drixel Holdings HK Ltd Brand ) is a multidisciplinary development agency focused on delivering web-based solutions to businesses and individuals across the globe. We work with agencies and businesses to help develop complex/enterprise WordPress solutions and other B2B / B2C software. Our technical expertise lies in delivering development solutions majorly ... read PSD To Manythings reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2012
    Hong Kong, China
  • Hengtian is a technology services company created in 2004 as an alliance among State Street Corporation, Insigma Technology (a Global Outsourcing 100 Company) and Zhejiang University (A Top Three University in China). We provide offshore and onshore technology services, solutions and consulting services. We build long-term, trusted relationships around the world by making our clients ... read Hengtian reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    2004
    Hangzhou, China
  • Kenfil was established in US back in 1983 and as we saw the fast growing demands in the Asia market, we set our foot in Asia with the opening of our Hong Kong Office in 1989. With a staff of more than 100 and a regional network of offices that currently includes in Hong Kong, ... read KENFIL reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    1983
    Hong Kong, China
  • CSSCA is a leading ICT company, providing a wide range of high-value services and solutions in multiple industries across different countries and regions. The company has been dedicated to software research and development, technology consulting, and IT training.

    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2016
    Beijing, China
  • WeSoft is dedicated to delivering complete IT solutions to our clients, no matter if they are start-up operations or large corporations. Utilizing our unique Tripartite Outsourcing Model (TOM), which combines the best practices and capabilities of The U.S., Hong Kong and China, WeSoft has been providing quality software solution service to its international customers since ... read We software limted reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    250 - 999
    1997
    Shenzhen, China
  • One Solution Limited is a China - Hong Kong based company, which was found in 1996 by a group of IT professionals in business solutions of Computer Equipment, Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Web Site Design and Software Development in Hong Kong and China. We have sales and technical support offices in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, ... read One solution reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    1996
    Hong Kong, China
  • We are committed to our customers’ success from the start to finish. Bordo Group is operated by a team of skilled IT developers, technicians, marketing team and management of online projects. We generally manage software development and marketing services to ensure highly robust service availability, performance, scalability, and reliability, which in turn lets us focus ... read Bordo Group reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    Hong Kong, China
  • CPCS is a software development company that specializes in custom solutions that drive digital transformation. Our seasoned team of developers, designers, and project managers cater to a broad spectrum of industries, including finance, healthcare, education, and e-commerce. We believe in co-creation, working closely with our clients to ensure their vision is integrated into the final ... read CPCS reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2005
    Hong Kong, China
  • Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2010, is a world-leading Internet-of-Things (IoT) solution provider. RF-star has the vision of a connected world with widely deployed IoT technology, such as BLE, Wi-Fi, Matter, ZigBee, Thread, Sub-1 GHz, Wi-SUN and UWB, which makes RF-star focus on creating innovative products and services, empowering industries to run intelligently ... read RF-star reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2010
    Shenzhen, China
  • Partner with leads-technologies.com, a top Adobe Partner Taiwan, providing customized Adobe solutions to drive your business growth in Taiwan.Elevate your digital strategy with leads-technologies.com, a certified Adobe Solution Partner offering world-class Adobe tools and expertise.Optimize your customer experiences with Adobe Target solutions from leads-technologies.com, delivering data-driven personalization and testing for superior results.

    NA
    250 - 999
    Hong Kong, China
  • Tronixv is a One-Stop Hardware Design & Software Development Company based in Beijing.Since its founding in 2014 specializing in embedded development, IoT solutions, and medical device R&D.We help global innovators transform ideas into reliable, commercial-grade products—from concept and prototyping to mass production support. With years of hands-on engineering experience, our team covers the complete product ... read TronixV Technology reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Beijing, China
  • MetaShare Software Technology Co. Ltd is dedicated to custom software development. We are a group of people that offer not only various digital solutions, but also IT consulting. Since 2013, we have cooperated with many companies and established brands to re-image their business worldwide by providing visionary digital solutions powered by the latest technologies. MetaShare ... read MetaShare. Inc reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2013
    Xian, China
  • PithyMfweb, a Creative website design agency. Centered around the core concept of "minimalism," we assist businesses in comprehensive brand planning and analysis of brand presentation direction. Focusing on the core positioning of the brand, we start from the design of the business brand's official website. Combining brand ecosystem strategy, visual communication, and digital marketing, we ... read PithyMfweb reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2014
    Ningbo, China
  • Our business directives are to provide world-class IT software systems, innovative products, and end-to-end solutions to Fortune 500 customers. Our business portfolio focuses on communication, mobile Internet and enterprise solutions based off Industry 4.0 standards. The Company also invests in health care and intelligent home care services and products deployed in the Beijing, Shandong, Liaoning, ... read Centling Technologies reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2009
    Qingdao, China
  • Objectiva Software Solutions (Objectiva) is the leading specialist of software and eCommerce outsourcing services. A U.S. corporation headquartered in San Diego, California since 2001, our focus is to help our clients achieve time-to-market advantage, drive technology innovation, and gain access to world-class software engineering resources globally. From on-site to offshore, Objectiva’s software engineering teams deliver ... read Objectiva reviews & insights

    NA
    250 - 999
    2001
    Beijing, China
  • Mobile Now is a leading, full service, mobile agency, with a focus on apps, mobile platforms, bespoke WeChat solutions, CRM and mCommerce integration. Setup in 2009; hubing out of Shanghai, Hangzhou and Changsha, China and Singapore. An international team of 50, Mobile Now provide consultancy through to UX and UI design, as well as development ... read Mobile Now Group reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2009
    Shanghai, China
  • The Sourcing Co. is a product manufacturing and sourcing company in China. The company is headquartered in Guangzhou, China which is considered the global manufacturing hub. We work as an intermediary company between Chinese manufacturers and foreign companies that want to buy products being manufactured in China. We work towards ensuring a smooth purchasing experience ... read The Sourcing Co. reviews & insights

    NA
    250 - 999
    2007
    Guangzhou, China
  • Consulting, training, products and software for supply chain and sustainability. We support medium and large ocmpanies leap frog in their supply chain digital transformation. We simplify before automating. We re-organise for growth and resilience. We automate to support these changes. We're tech stack agnostic, even if we have our internal preference ;) We fight any ... read good chain and sustainable supplies Ltd reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2018
    Hong Kong, China
  • Aiyan (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. is a technology innovation service enterprise, providing professional software outsourcing services. The company's main business scope: app customization development, wechat development, wechat applet development, mobile website construction, high-end website construction, management system development, etc., to provide customers with high-quality experience and solutions. The company is located in Shangdi Information Industry ... read Aiyan (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    Beijing, China
  • Enterprise and Education Managed Cloud Solution Managed Service Provider (MSP) MSP is a 3rd party service provider who manages a client’s software on their behalf. The provider assumes all operations of the company’s IT infrastructure, including managing the client’s G Suite or Microsoft 365 subscription. Application Development Application development is all about constant team effort ... read Rays Technology Limited reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Hong Kong, China
  • Innopage is an award winning mobile applications developer and UX consultant, specialized in iOS, Android, and Web3 applications development. We help enterprise to create Mobile App solutions with full-fledged backend CMS and API integrations, and provide UX design and Design Thinking workshops, as well as Blockchain/Web3 consulting servicing. Our in-house development include Web3 solutions such ... read Innopage reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2010
    Hong Kong, China
  • With over 15 years of experience, we're digital innovation experts specializing in accelerating transformation through efficient web, app, and SaaS development, server infrastructure, with a particular focus on IoT. Our stable team delivers high-quality, cost-effective solutions for both industry leaders and startups. We pride ourselves on transforming visionary ideas into impactful realities, driven by excellence ... read Shenzhen Voidtech Co.,Ltd. reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2011
    Beibei, China
  • Wisray Studio was founded in 2022 and is headquartered in Foshan, Guangdong, China. It is a software development company serving the world. The company focuses on software development, artificial intelligence applications, brand design, and brand marketing and promotion. Wisray Studio has always adhered to the concept of "technology as the core and creativity as the ... read Wisray Studio reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2022
    Foshan, China
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    Founded in 2017, CryptoBLK is a Blockchain / Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) solution provider, offering DLT software development, deployment, and operations support. Specializing in building enterprise grade DLT systems and applications, with a focus on Commercial Trade, Insurance Technology (InsurTech), and Real Estate Development industries. The CryptoBLK applications and network are crypto-token / tokenization ready. ... read CryptoBLK reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2017
    Hong Kong, China
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    Creote Studio is a Hong Kong-based XR and AI design studio creating AR, VR, WebAR, mixed reality, interactive installations, and AI-powered immersive experiences for brands, public organisations, healthcare, education, and training. Since 2014, Creote has helped clients turn complex ideas into engaging, practical digital experiences.

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Hong Kong, China

    Why Creote Studio Limited?

    • Proven XR experience since 2014
    • Creative plus technical in one team
    • Practical solutions, not just flashy technology
  • Using AI Tools

    • GeminiGemini

    PEW is a software development studio founded in Genova, Italy in 2023, built on a simple idea: high-quality custom software shouldn't be reserved for companies with enterprise-sized budgets.We design and build full-stack digital solutions — custom web development, application development, product development, and AI integration — for businesses that need real engineering, not just a ... read PEW Digital reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    2 - 9
    2023
    Hong Kong, China

    Why PEW Digital?

    • Competitive rates without compromising on quality
    • Proven results with real businesses
    • Structured process, start to finish
  • Oursky isn't just another app design and development agency. We are passionate digital craftsmen and craftswomen who continuously build and reinvent quality products, and create seamless and immersive digital experiences. In order to deliver on our promise, we recognize the need to lay the right groundwork: People have to feel at home, bring their best ... read Oursky reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2008
    Hong Kong, China
  • FEE Creative is an award-winning web design agency based in Hong Kong, providing years of experience in Web Design & Development, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design & Logo Design since the 2008’s. We are a boutique creative agency with a professional team that has won various awards with our previous web design HK projects.

    NA
    250 - 999
    Hong Kong, China
  • Since 2017, the company has been helping individuals, start-ups and huge corporations realize their IT goals. Our passion, and the main goal, is to bridge the gap between theory and practice, making the most out of both. We vigorously test our solutions before giving them to the client. We believe in using artificial intelligence when ... read IT Systems Limited reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2017
    Hong Kong, China
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    Instadesk is a leading AI-powered customer engagement platform. Leveraging our proprietary core technologies: large models, big data analytics, and multimodal interaction, we offer a one-stop solution integrating omnichannel customer service centers, intelligent voice-based outbound bots, and AI-powered chatbot. We are committed to helping businesses achieve intelligent transformation, drive business growth, and improve operational efficiency.10 years+ ... read Instadesk reviews & insights

    NA
    1,000 - 9,999
    2014
    Beijing, China

    Why Instadesk?

    • more than 10 years industry experience
    • more than 2000 enterprise cases
    • 67 percent technical researchers
  • QPSOFTWARE is a results-driven, full-service digital agency based in China. We are specialized in top website design, SEO and digital marketing. We can build websites using different CMS. We are experts and leaders in WeChat/Mobile app development (IOS / Android) and digital marketing strategies to grow your business online. Our websites, WeChat/Mobile apps, and SEO ... read QPSoftware reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2007
    Shanghai, China
  • Augmentum, a leader in providing software engineering services for products and solutions that digitally transform enterprises and their customers.Offerings include end-to-end services (from idea to roll-out), extendable and customizable platforms to create innovative and disruptive market solutions, and team extensions to customer’s core team and process.

    NA
    1,000 - 9,999
    2003
    Shanghai, China
  • Share Innovation Limited, founded in April 2011, stands as a beacon of excellence in the digital realm. Our elite team, comprising astute business and product consultants, adept mobile developers, and growth visionaries, crafts success stories through unwavering dedication. With a robust portfolio of accomplished projects, we've partnered with clients to cultivate thriving businesses. Our journey ... read Share Innovation Limited reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2011
    Hong Kong, China
  • Since 1993, EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM), has leveraged its core engineering expertise to become a leading global product development and digital platform engineering services company. Through its ‘Engineering DNA’ and innovative strategy, consulting, and design capabilities, EPAM works in collaboration with its customers to deliver innovative solutions that turn complex business challenges into real ... read Epam reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    10000+
    1993
    Guangzhou, China

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All states ranked by Value Score.

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StateFirmsAvg RateAvg RatingValue ScoreAction
CNGuangdong3$37/hr578View firms
CNBeijing Shi2$25/hr-70View firms
CNLiaoning1$37/hr-65View firms
CNShaanxi1$37/hr-65View firms
CNZhejiang1$37/hr-65View firms
CNLiaoning Sheng1$37/hr-65View firms
CNShanghai6$62/hr-58View firms
CNHong Kong SAR23$71/hr-58View firms
CNGuangdong13$75/hr4.257View firms
CNHunan1$75/hr-50View firms
CNBeijing6$115/hr-38View firms
CNShandong1--8View firms
CNZhejiang Sheng1--8View firms
CNGuangdong
3 firms$37/hr5
Value Score78 / 100
CNBeijing Shi
2 firms$25/hr
Value Score70 / 100
CNLiaoning
1 firms$37/hr
Value Score65 / 100
CNShaanxi
1 firms$37/hr
Value Score65 / 100
CNZhejiang
1 firms$37/hr
Value Score65 / 100
CNLiaoning Sheng
1 firms$37/hr
Value Score65 / 100
CNShanghai
6 firms$62/hr
Value Score58 / 100
CNHong Kong SAR
23 firms$71/hr
Value Score58 / 100
CNGuangdong
13 firms$75/hr4.2
Value Score57 / 100
CNHunan
1 firms$75/hr
Value Score50 / 100
CNBeijing
6 firms$115/hr
Value Score38 / 100
CNShandong
1 firms
Value Score8 / 100
CNZhejiang Sheng
1 firms
Value Score8 / 100

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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

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States with the best Value Score for software 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
Hong Kong SAR · $0-24/hr

2 firms in this tier - more than any other state. Top picks: KENFIL, CryptoBLK.

Mid-tier leader
Hong Kong SAR · $50-99/hr

3 firms in this tier - more than any other state. Top picks: One solution, Vauman, Creote Studio Limited.

Top tier leader
Beijing · $150+/hr

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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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