Clay
A San Francisco-based UX/UI and branding agency that leverages AI to design scalable, user-centric digital products and experiences.
Mission Control
A UX/UI and web design agency that uses AI to build sleek, strategic digital experiences for fast-growing startups.
Refokus
A Dutch agency focusing on brand strategy, identity, and digital design, offering services in UX/UI and e-commerce design.
The Branx
A branding agency focused on helping tech startups grow through brand design, digital product development, and website creation.
51North
Dutch digital studio crafting branded digital experiences where advanced functionality meets premium design.
Halo Lab
Full-stack design & development team (155+ noted across service pages) delivering UI/UX, web/apps, CRM & analytics.
Beyond Studios
NYC design & production studio building scalable identities and producing photo/video & merch.
Unform
Rotterdam-based digital and branding agency, part of Cronos Netherlands, delivering strategy-led design and high-impact user experiences.
Gapsy Studio
Kyiv-based UX/UI, web, and branding agency specializing in creating high-quality, innovative, and engaging motion graphic services for various clients and projects.
Selection process
We carefully research and evaluate each agency based on creativity, UX strategy, design execution, client results, and industry reputation. Our selection process highlights studios that consistently deliver user-centered, high-impact digital experiences.
Portfolio Quality
Reviewed for originality, consistency, and user-focused design.
Process Transparency
Selected agencies follow clear and structured UX workflows.
User Research
Prioritized those that incorporate real user insights through research and usability testing.
Cross-Disciplinary Teams
Chosen teams combine UX, UI, strategy, and technical collaboration.
Industry Expertise
Agencies have demonstrated success in specific sectors like SaaS, eCommerce, FinTech, and healthcare.
Client Feedback
Evaluated using verified reviews, long-term relationships, and client satisfaction.
Innovation and Tools
Favored agencies using modern design tools, accessibility standards, and up-to-date UX practices.
Team Scalability
Selected based on the ability to support both early-stage and enterprise-level projects.
Communication
Agencies were chosen for clear, proactive communication and reliable project management.
Value for Investment
Evaluated on pricing transparency and ability to deliver strong ROI within budget.
Top UX/UI Design Agencies
Explore our curated list of leading UX/UI design agencies known for creating intuitive, user-centered digital experiences.
1. Clay
Clay creates crisp, trustworthy digital products — perfect for crypto platforms that need clarity, secure UX, and high credibility. Their strength in dashboards, flows, and design systems makes them ideal for exchanges, wallets, and protocol interfaces.
Best for: Startups and enterprises seeking polished, scalable digital products and brand systems powered by UX expertise and emerging technologies.
Clients: Slack, Facebook, Google, Amazon, Zenefits, Cisco, Art Bridges Foundation, Vantara
Budget: $100k+
Hourly rate: $175-$200/hr
Employees: 11-50
Location: San Francisco, CA
2. Mission Control
Mission Control excels at structuring complex systems with clean logic, making them perfect for Web3 products involving on-chain data, governance dashboards, staking workflows, or multi-step transactions.
Hourly rate: $150/hr
Employees: 11–50
Clients: Ambitious startups
Location: Remote, headquartered in San Francisco
3. Refokus
Refokus works heavily with B2B tech and innovation-driven startups. Their fast, lean digital execution and polished interfaces fit perfectly with Web3 projects that need modern, futuristic UX and strong storytelling for new protocols.
Best for: B2B startups, VC firms, and large organizations seeking high-end quality web design and development with a focus on speed and innovation.
Key Clients: Chargeflow, Umault, Cula, Arqitel.
Location: New York, USA.
Founded: 2021.
Team Size: <50.
Hourly Price: $100 – $149 / hr.
Budget: $25,000+.
4. The Branx
With clients like Causaly and AstrumU, The Branx excels at complex, next-gen product interfaces. Their sharp branding and clean UX make them ideal for Web3 apps, marketplaces, and decentralized platforms.
Best for: Tech startups seeking comprehensive branding and digital solutions to scale their businesses.
Key Clients: A2R, Diamo, Easor, RevvedUp, Causaly, AstrumU.
Location: Cádiz, Spain.
Hourly Price: $100–$149/hr.
5. 51North
Though known for automotive brands like Porsche, 51North’s ability to handle futuristic digital experiences, configurators, and real-time data makes them a strong fit for Web3 dashboards and tokenized asset interfaces.
Best for: Automotive & lifestyle brands needing premium, conversion-ready web experiences (e.g., multi-country dealer/lead platforms).
Key Clients: Porsche Netherlands; MG Motor.
Location: Sittard area, Netherlands.
Team Size: <30.
6. Halo Lab
Strong with dashboards, control panels, and data visualization. Perfect for Web3 analytics platforms, trading terminals, NFT management tools, and decentralized app backends.
Best for: Startups & SMBs wanting cost-efficient UX/UI + engineering at scale with ongoing analytics/CRM support.
Key Clients: Databest; 46 Labs.
Location: Dubai.
Founded: 2013.
Hourly Price: $25–$49/hr.
7. Beyond Studios
With a distinct, expressive design style and strong work for high-creative brands (Dior, OXO), Beyond is ideal for Web3 brands that rely on visual storytelling: NFT projects, digital collectibles, community-driven platforms.
Best for: Fashion, music & hospitality brands needing design + production + merch under one roof.
Key Clients: OXO, Dior, Spotify, Dave Chappelle.
Location: New York City.
8. Unform
Experience with De Belastingdienst (Dutch Tax Authority) shows their capability for secure, compliant, high-structure UX — highly applicable to crypto compliance, on-chain identity, and regulatory-oriented Web3 tools.
Best for: Enterprises and organizations seeking integrated design with strong technical ecosystems.
Key Clients: De Belastingdienst, Prescan, BitMantle.
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands.
9. Gapsy Studio
Known for fast, startup-friendly UX with experience in fintech, banking, and token-based platforms. Ideal for Web3 MVPs, decentralized wallets, community apps, or early-stage crypto products.
Best for: Startups and enterprises looking for meticulously crafted, user-centered websites that unify brand storytelling with seamless digital experiences.
Key Clients: EasySplitter, RadaBank, Heroes from Ukraine.
Location: Dnipro, Ukrain.
Team Size: 10.
Frequently asked questions
Top agencies include Clay, Mission Control, The Branx, Refokus, 51North, Halo Lab, Beyond Studios, Unform, and Gapsy Studio, known for UX/UI in blockchain, DeFi, and NFT ecosystems.
They design crypto wallets, NFT marketplaces, exchanges, dApps, and DeFi dashboards with a focus on usability and security.
Because great design makes complex blockchain interactions simple, safe, and intuitive, helping users trust and engage with decentralized products.
Budgets range from $10,000 to $200,000+, depending on the platform size, functionality, and integration depth.
Web3 design focuses on transparency, ownership, and education — guiding users through concepts like wallets, tokens, and on-chain actions.
They collaborate closely with smart contract developers and protocol engineers to design flows that are clear, compliant, and technically sound.
Yes. Many offer full creative services, including visual identity, motion design, and community-driven brand systems.
Look for agencies that balance technical understanding and visual design, with proven experience in decentralized ecosystems.
Most projects take 8–20 weeks, depending on whether it’s an MVP, exchange redesign, or full ecosystem launch.
Key trends include multi-chain wallets, gamified onboarding, transparency-first design, and tokenized brand experiences.
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