Top Media Buying & Planning Agencies

Researched by:Goodfirms Research TeamUpdated:September 8, 2026

Goodfirms has reviewed 3,816 Media Buying & Planning Agencies as of September 2026 across 103 countries. The top-ranked firm is SmartSites (4.9 stars, 16 verified reviews, $100 - $149/hr, founded 2011, Jersey City). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $37, median client rating is 4.8, and 17% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted Media Buying & Planning Agencies companies below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.

Buying media without the right strategy can drain budgets fast. That’s why top media buying agencies focus on precision, performance, and constant optimization across digital and traditional channels. Goodfirms makes this process easier by curating a vetted list of trusted media buying and planning agencies, evaluated on market presence, client feedback, and proven results. With detailed profiles, verified reviews, and smart filters, Goodfirms helps businesses confidently compare media buying companies that align with their goals, budget, and target audience.

3,816Verified firms
$37/hrMedian hourly rate
4.8 ★Median rating
103Countries
17%Have 50+ members

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  • Using AI Tools

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    Empowering Businesses in Saudi Arabia and MENA with High-Impact Digital Marketing, Web Development, and SEO Solutions.Extra TC is a premier digital growth agency dedicated to transforming businesses across Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region into market leaders. With a deep understanding of the Saudi market dynamics, we bridge the gap between technology and marketing ... read EXTRA TC reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2020
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

    Why EXTRA TC?

    • Proven SEO & tech expertise to dominate search
    • Data-driven strategies that maximize your ROI
    • Deeply rooted in the Saudi & GCC markets.
  • Algorithms don't buy products, people do. We trade soulless KPIs for bold creative strategies, building brands that resonate instead of ads that just click. BACKTOBACK is an international growth agency based in Vietnam, amplifying ambitious brands & talented human beings.

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2021
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    Why BACKTOBACK AGENCY?

    • Imperfect Humans, Relentless Evolution
    • Growth In Stereo
    • Inspired People Amplifying Ambitious Brands
  • MKG is a creative agency specializing in brand experiences. Because it’s those human qualities like kindness, humor, and intelligence that make a brand so appealing. And when brands get human and treat people like people, they earn our respect, our desire, and our dollars.

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    2003
    NYC, United States
  • ​​We’re Empower, a strategic digital comms agency helping you create impact around the world. We help purpose-led organisations and the people that work for them around the world use digital tools to create and communicate positive social and environmental impact. We’re problem-solvers and solution-finders, working closely with you to achieve your ambitions. We understand the ... read Empower Agency reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Using AI Tools

    • ChatGPTChatGPT
    • ClaudeClaude

    A digital marketing agency with a difference. We join the dots across your entire marketing ecosystem — not silos. Senior-led. Radically transparent. Built on continuous improvement. KZN Digital helps businesses grow by making their digital channels work harder and smarter together. We take a connected approach across paid media and SEO and CRM and analytics ... read KZN Digital reviews & insights

    $150 - $199/hr
    2 - 9
    2024
    Christchurch, New Zealand

    Why KZN Digital?

    • Connected marketing systems, not silos.
    • Radically transparent, no hidden fees.
    • Senior-led. Directors not Juniors.
  • AM:PM PR is a family-owned public relations agency. We help organizations tell their stories, manage issues, market products and services, understand key audiences and execute effective communications strategies. Our practice centers on strategy with proven ability to develop effective key messages and tactics. Well-planned strategies, based on solid research and a deep understanding of key ... read AM:PM PR reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2010
    Portland, United States
  • Welcome to Uvoyfact, your one-stop destination for all things online marketing solutions! Anik Majumder, the initiator of uvoyfact.com, took the ambition to share his experience, so he registered the domain of uvoyfact.com on 20 February 2022. The initial goal is to provide practical, actionable advice that you can use to improve your digital marketing strategies ... read Uvoyfact reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2022
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • SellThru is a dynamic digital marketing agency focused on delivering data-driven strategies that drive business growth. Specializing in performance marketing, SEO, social media, and growth marketing, we help businesses accelerate their digital presence and achieve measurable results. Our team combines creativity, analytics, and cutting-edge marketing technologies to develop customized solutions for industries including e-commerce, healthcare, ... read SellThru reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2021
    Dubai, UAE
  • Howerton+White (H+W) is your go-to integrated marketing agency based in the vibrant city of Wichita, KS. We specialize in crafting strategic marketing solutions designed to elevate both regional and national brands. With a deep understanding of the ever-evolving marketing landscape, we are dedicated to driving success for our clients through innovative and data-driven strategies. Our ... read Howerton+White reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2002
    Wichita, United States
  • Award-Winning software development company Yamako Limited was founded in 2012 to help businesses achieve their goals.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2012
    Nicosia, Cyprus
  • The Grid Agency is a creative services agency based in Sacramento, CA. We specialize in social media management, digital media services, media planning, event management, website development and public relations. Located in the heart of Midtown Sacramento, The Grid Agency works with clients throughout the greater Sacramento area.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2013
    Sacramento, United States
  • Alaniz Marketing started in 2008 as a dream to help businesses grow. We saw companies reeling to adjust to a rapidly changing digital world and the marketing landscape was full of traditional agencies, one-dimensional specialists, and countless vendors peddling their particular product or service. But there was nobody to help companies pull everything together. So ... read Alaniz reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2008
    Novato, United States
  • Redmedia is one of the leading advertising agencies in Malabar. We are creative establishment specializing in designing printing add film branding and media management As a dedicated marketing communication consultant We have a proven caliber maintaining client relation with services on demand methodology.

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    Kottarakkara, India
  • Keel Agency is a Full-service international creative agency born in 2014 with offices in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and Egypt. Our honest and transparent digital marketing work speaks for itself. We deliver strong branding identity through marketing communication across all media.

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Nasr City, Egypt
  • https://360Degreehub.com can help you drive new customers. Generate sales leads with follow-up strategy. Maximize conversions and traffic to your website. We provide you with: Social Media Marketing Services, Email Marketing, Pay Per Click Management, Search Engine Optimization.

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Islamabad, Pakistan
  • 🔹 SocialFix IT – Secure • Recover • Grow At SocialFix IT, we specialize in helping individuals and businesses protect, recover, and grow their digital presence. From recovering hacked or disabled accounts to securing your brand against cyber threats, we provide fast, reliable, and safe solutions tailored to your needs. 🚀 Our Services Include: Account ... read SocialFix reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2025
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • With nearly three decades of experience, The Marketing Mix is a full-service creative agency based in Perth, WA. We focus on delivering "Better Thinking, Better Results" through transparent and effective marketing strategies. Our team offers expertise across digital marketing, creative services, media, and strategic planning. We work closely with our clients to develop tailored marketing ... read The Marketing Mix reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    1999
    Perth, Australia
  • Using AI Tools

    • OpenAI APIOpenAI API

    Transformamos tu negociocon Inteligencia Artificialy AutomatizaciónAumenta tus conversiones hasta un 300%, reduce costos operativos y automatiza procesos con tecnología de vanguardia

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2024
    Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

    Why Evolucion Digital RD?

    • Transformamos negocio con Inteligencia Artificial
    • Aumenta tus conversiones hasta un 300
    • Automatizamos tus procesos
  • CyberTron Global is a Prominent & Trusted Name Worldwide. One of India's Most Recognized Leader in the Digital Marketing Industry. A Google & Microsoft Certified, Award-Winning Company With 11+ Years of Global Expertise in International Digital Marketing & Online Business Management, working with International Companies & Brands, Worldwide. Providing International Level Professional Digital Marketing Services, ... read CyberTron Global reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    0
    Surat, India
  • The best assets of a company in the Information Technology industry walk out of their offices every day. The assets are the employees or associates who work for the company. IT industry has faced many challenges in the growth over the past couple of decades. One of the many challenges faced by the IT industry ... read Nayana Group Tech Solution & Programming reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2015
    Hyderabad, India
  • Ackermann Marketing & PR, ranked by PR Week and the Council of PR Firms as one of the top 100 firms in the United States for three consecutive years, is a nationally focused, full-service agency. Since its beginning, the firm has focused on delivering integrated marketing and communications services to assist clients in achieving their ... read Ackermann Marketing & PR reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    10 - 49
    1982
    Knoxville, United States
  • We are a hard-working digital marketing company with excellent client growth records and client satisfaction. We have a professional team that always loves to work for Organic Growth. Our sole aim is to Stand out our client's brand apart from the crowd. with Eighteen your business can expand to the next level. Don’t just partner ... read Eighteen Digital Marketing reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2020
    Ahmedabad, India
  • The Growth Shark digital marketing agency was created for forward-thinking marketers, entrepreneurs, business owners, and non-profits interested in learning more about brand storytelling, how to build a strong digital foundation to help you create a message that inspires. Whether you’re digitally savvy or a novice small business owner, we really think we can offer you ... read The Growth Shark reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Detroit, United States
  • SW Marketing & Consulting is a bilingual marketing agency specializing in both English and Spanish market. Our expertise lies in data analysis, strategic planning and execution, crafting cross-cultural promotions, target profiling, and expert media planning and buying. Let us help you reach new heights in this thriving hispanic market segment.

    NA
    10 - 49
    Las Vegas, United States
  • At BrandBong.AI, we’re more than a leading digital marketing agency, we’re your trusted partners in AI-driven innovation and digital transformation. . By combining creativity with technology, we create tailored digital strategies that solve today’s challenges and unlock opportunities for the future. With a team of visionary digital strategists, we help brands stand out and thrive ... read BrandBong.Ai reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2025
    Chennai, India
  • The strength of a good story is not to be dwarfed even in an industry that thrives on numbers. We give reassurance that parties can sustain a relationship with the clients and stakeholders through good communication. We do not do mere promotions, we develop profound stories that clearly and consistently state what your value representation ... read ARRO Communications reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2013
    Florida City, United States
  • Black Box Media is a Coimbatore based digital marketing agency built at the intersection of content, technology, and growth. Formerly known as The Alchemist Studio, Black Box Media was established to help brands convert ideas into visibility, engagement, and measurable business outcomes. Headquartered in Coimbatore, we specialise in podcast studio rental, digital marketing, and website ... read Black Box Media reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2022
    Coimbatore, India
  • We are industry recognized online advertising agency which is providing all types of advertising tools that specializes in helping businesses generate revenue online as well as offline too. We believe that every client's advertising deserves transparency, hard work and ROI. We have structured our process around these to ensure that businesses are growing and constantly ... read Social Theory Marketing Pvt. Ltd reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    6
    Bathinda, India
  • Frank & Dick is a senior full-service marketing agency that works exclusively with mid-market companies in Norway. We specialize in combining strategy, performance marketing, content production, and marketing operations into one unified, high-impact delivery model. Our team consists of experienced specialists—typically with 10+ years in digital marketing, creative development, analytics, automation and brand building. We ... read Frank & Dick reviews & insights

    $150 - $199/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Oslo, Norway
  • We help healthcare and consumer organizations grow using data-driven digital marketing. From strategy to execution, we integrate paid media, social, email, content, UX, web properties, CRM, AI and data to reach new audiences, engage customers and deliver measurable results.

    $100 - $149/hr
    Freelancer
    2025
    Laurel, United States
  • At IADS Agency, our strength lies in our dedicated and skilled team of professionals who work collaboratively to deliver innovative digital marketing and IT solutions. Our team consists of experienced digital marketers, web developers, designers, content specialists, and client support professionals, all committed to helping businesses grow in the digital space. Each team member brings ... read IADS MARKETING AGENCY PRIVATE LIMITED reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2020
    Pudukottai, India
  • Eureka Digital is a multi-award-winning digital marketing agency specializing in healthcare and pharma. Since 2014, we’ve helped health and wellness brands enhance their online visibility by delivering AI-powered marketing, media buying, SEO, social media marketing, e-commerce, web and mobile development, and digital transformation solutions that drive measurable business impact.

    NA
    50 - 249
    2014
    Dubai, UAE

    Why Eureka Digital?

    • Named the Most Innovative Marketing Agency
    • Best Integrated Digital Health Awareness Campaign
    • Offer a comprehensive range of digital marketing
  • Using AI Tools

    • ChatGPTChatGPT

    Maven Advert is a creative and performance-driven digital marketing agency offering SEO, social media marketing, branding, website development, and digital advertising services. We help businesses strengthen their online presence, engage customers, and achieve sustainable growth through innovative marketing strategies.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2022
    Coimbatore, India

    Why Maven Advert?

    • Customized Marketing Strategies
    • Comprehensive Digital Services
    • Creative & Innovative Team
  • Our expertise lies in bringing your stories to life with video production and animation. We marry this up with well thought out digital and marketing campaigns in order to reach and communicate with your intended audiences.

    NA
    10 - 49
    London, United Kingdom
  • Brandsmith exists to create and nurture expertly crafted brands, forging lasting connections with the people that matter most to each brand. We are fanatic about design, inspired in our relationships and exacting in our strategy. We are an integrated agency that loves working our assess off creating the best photos/campaigns/logos/artwork/copy you can imagine and even ... read Brandsmith reviews & insights

    NA
    Freelancer
    Calgary, Canada
  • At Looney Advertising and Branding we believe that strategic development is a creative process. The most important skill for solving any problem is creativity--the ability to generate a variety of unique, culturally relevant insights by combining a network of rational and emotional ideas. Our ability to nail your reason for being is the main reason ... read Looney Advertising reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2001
    Jersey City, United States
  • Established in ’88 as a specialist below and through-the-line agency, our passion has been growing for over 25 years. We have evolved into an agency offering integrated ideas tailored to suit the unique needs of our client-base. Specialising in a wide variety of traditional and new media formats we are able to offer fully integrated ... read Sauce Advertising reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    1988
    Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Decca Design has become one of the most innovative and trusted creative agencies in Silicon Valley. We’ve created effective branding and compelling content for promising start-ups and market leaders alike. Decca is ranked among the largest agencies by the Silicon Valley Business Journal and is listed as one of the Top 25 Silicon Valley Women ... read Decca Design reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    1991
    San Jose, United States
  • We Help U.S. eCommerce Companies To Grow In Europe And Scandinavia. iMarketings.eu generated for their eCommerce clients 262 million EUR in revenue last year in Europe and Scandinavia. If you are already engaged in export or planning to be, we will be most useful in the following areas: Analysis of foreign markets (competition, target audience, ... read iMarketings.eu reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2013
    Riga, Latvia
  • Beyond Creative Agency (BCA) is an Integrated Marketing Agency with over 12 years of industry expertise. Our specializations are Brand Strategy, UX/UI design, and Digital Marketing. BCA is committed to fostering genuine connections between our clients and their target audiences, ensuring impactful brand engagements and revenue growth through our bespoke marketing strategies. With offices in ... read Beyond Creative Agency reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2011
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
  • Originally founded in 1985 as a traditional advertising agency, SD Advertising has evolved into a full-service marketing firm committed to integrated marketing communication as a philosophy practice. Strategy, experience and creativity is the driving force behind SD Advertising. We are artists, digital strategists, business consultants, product managers, relationship builders, brand stewards and integrated marketing professionals. ... read SD Advertising reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    1985
    Indianapolis, United States
  • SANOMADS was founded in 2021 by two individuals with a burning passion and expertise to revolutionize the worldwide e-commerce industry. Under this leadership & data-driven approach combined with creative excellence, our team delivered impressive growth statistics for hundreds of clients. Rated as the top Shopify Expert agency by The Manifest in 2023, SANOMADS maintains the ... read SANOMADS reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2021
    NYC, United States
  • we help B2B businesses generate Qualified Leads in just Two Weeks.

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    0
    Jaipur, India
  • Touch is a highly creative agency with a core team of innovative professionals and creative directors. With our flexible integration of skills we provide creativity, strategic thinking, technical know-how and results. Our expertise in both on- and offline can ensure the best presence of your brand or product. Whether your goal is to attract new ... read Touch Agency reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2012
    Brussels, Belgium
  • Trimonks is a Digital Marketing Agency specializing in Digital Marketing services for Small/Medium Businesses across the globe. We can help you grow your brand or business using all digital marketing channels, which has proven to be a great B2C and B2B business. We offer a wide range of services to help your business grow with ... read Trimonks Digital Marketing Agency reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2020
    Chennai, India
  • Choose Monolith Marketing as your trusted Marketing Partner for exceptional results, superior customer service, comprehensive services, and staying ahead of the industry. With a proven track record, we have helped businesses achieve their marketing goals, while our dedicated team of rebels provides personalized support throughout the process. Our wide range of services covers all aspects ... read Monolith Marketing reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2021
    Calgary, Canada
  • PR United Media is a digital agency that specializes in Digital PR, Content Marketing, Reputation Management, Social Media Promotions, and more. We help you get noticed by building a reputation that is appealing to your target audience. Here we provide customized PR solutions for every business size. We are proud to have connections with journalists ... read PR United Media reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2021
    Kolkata, India
  • Northern Peak Marketing is a global digital marketing agency built for small businesses ready to grow. We combine clear strategy with creative thinking to help you show up, stand out, and connect with your ideal customers. We believe great marketing should feel achievable to all businesses, no matter their size. Flexible, custom marketing support that ... read Northern Peak Marketing reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    2 - 9
    2021
    Launceston, Australia

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Algorithm at a glance
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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
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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.

Bubble size shows how many firms each country has; colour shows its average hourly rate. Tap any country for its firm count, average rate, rating, and Value Score.

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Average hourly rates by region.

Where you hire affects what you pay by up to 3×. Comparable quality is available across regions - the rate gap between the priciest and cheapest is the single biggest lever on a project budget.

Average hourly rate · USD

AUOceania$88/hr$88
ZAAfrica$79/hr$79
USNorth America$71/hr$71
GBWestern Europe$70/hr$70
SGAsia Pacific$69/hr$69
UAEastern Europe$58/hr$58
MXLATAM$55/hr$55
INSouth Asia$47/hr$47

What the gap actually buys you

The rate gap between the highest- and lowest-cost regions is largely a cost-of-living and labor-market gap - not a quality gap. Top-tier firms in lower-cost regions routinely deliver work competitive with premium markets at a fraction of the cost.

That said, time-zone overlap, language alignment, and IP protection vary by region. Eastern Europe and LATAM hit a sweet spot: meaningful cost savings with same-day overlap for US/EU clients.

~70%

Typical cost savings when moving a $100K/year dev contract from a premium market to a top value destination - comparable skill, comparable delivery quality.

All countries ranked by Value Score.

Every country with 100+ vetted firms in this category, ranked by Value Score.

CountryFirmsAvg RateAvg RatingValue ScoreAction
INIndia780$48/hr4.983View firms
CACanada185$69/hr577View firms
USUnited States1,273$71/hr4.775View firms
GBUnited Kingdom140$76/hr575View firms
AEUAE117$68/hr4.975View firms
INIndia
780 firms$48/hr4.9
Value Score83 / 100
CACanada
185 firms$69/hr5
Value Score77 / 100
USUnited States
1,273 firms$71/hr4.7
Value Score75 / 100
GBUnited Kingdom
140 firms$76/hr5
Value Score75 / 100
AEUAE
117 firms$68/hr4.9
Value Score75 / 100

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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

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

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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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Countries with the best Value Score for digital marketing 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
United States · $0-24/hr

187 firms in this tier - more than any other country, averaging 3.7 ★. Top picks: Pure Design Solution, Renoun Creative, Boss Creative.

Mid-tier leader
United States · $50-99/hr

186 firms in this tier - more than any other country, averaging 4.9 ★. Top picks: Corecentrix Business Solutions, Venture Aviator, Disrupt Minds.

Top tier leader
United States · $150+/hr

77 firms in this tier - more than any other country, averaging 4.7 ★. Top picks: Colormatics, Cultivating & Marketing Professionals, ArtVersion.

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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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