Semaphore Mobile
Plano, TX (Dallas metro) mobile app development firm founded in 2002. 15-person team with 800+ apps shipped including GasBuddy (90M+ downloads) and Craigslist mobile. Specializes in healthcare-compliant, enterprise, IoT, and government applications.
How much does Semaphore Mobile charge?
Semaphore Mobile lists $50–$99/hr with a $10K+ minimum. Confirm a live quote before you budget — these figures come from public materials reviewed 2026-09-18.
- Hourly rate
- $50–99
- Min project
- $10K+
- Team size
- 10-25
- Remote
- Yes
Compared with 107 listed agencies
Midpoint $75/hr vs directory median $125/hr — the lower third (21st percentile, September 2026).
See how hourly rates become project totals in the cost guide.
Who is Semaphore Mobile a good fit for?
22+ years Dallas mobile-only. GasBuddy (90M+ downloads) and Craigslist mobile in portfolio. DoD work; 5.0 Clutch across 17 reviews.
Best for
Dallas-area businesses, enterprises, and government agencies seeking a battle-tested local mobile development partner with proven App Store scale. Healthcare organizations needing HIPAA-compliant mobile solutions. Companies building IoT-connected applications. Clients who value a long operating history and verifiable consumer-app references.
Tradeoffs
Small 15-person team means limited capacity — likely serves a few projects simultaneously. Conservative $50-$99 pricing may reflect offshore component or lower Dallas market rates; confirm team composition upfront. Boutique size and independent operating style means less sales/account management infrastructure than larger agencies.
About Semaphore Mobile
Semaphore Mobile was founded in 2002 in Plano, Texas — predating the modern smartphone era — initially building enterprise mobile software for BlackBerry and Nokia platforms. When the iPhone App Store opened in 2008, the firm pivoted to native iOS and Android development and has since shipped over 800 applications. Their portfolio includes some of the most-downloaded apps on the market: GasBuddy (90M+ downloads), Craigslist mobile, ZAGAT TO GO, Deal News, and others. Government and defense work is a distinguishing vertical — they have delivered applications in partnership with Atlas UP for US Department of Defense programs. Their healthcare HIPAA-compliant solutions practice, combined with Clutch's 5.0 rating across 17 verified reviews and a 100% positive feedback rate, places them among the most consistently reviewed Dallas-area agencies. Services include iOS/Android native development, web development (Next.js, React, Laravel), AI engineering, and IoT development.
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Questions about Semaphore Mobile
- Does Semaphore Mobile work remotely?
- Semaphore Mobile is headquartered in Dallas, TX. Remote delivery is listed as available on this profile. Timezone overlap and communication cadence usually matter more than the office city.
- Who owns the code after hiring Semaphore Mobile?
- Full code ownership transferred to client upon project completion.
- How current is this Semaphore Mobile profile?
- Facts on this page were last reviewed 2026-09-18 from public materials. Rates and minimums can change — confirm a live quote on semaphoremobile.com before you budget.
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