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WillowTree

App development agency in Charlottesville, Virginia Founded 2008 Reviewed 2026-09-18

Large-scale digital product agency acquired by TELUS International for $1.2B in 2022. Builds enterprise mobile apps for Fortune 500 clients, with analytics-informed UX and documented accessibility standards.

How much does WillowTree charge?

WillowTree lists $175–$250/hr with a $100K+ minimum. Confirm a live quote before you budget — these figures come from public materials reviewed 2026-09-18.

Hourly rate
$175–250
Min project
$100K+
Team size
250+
Remote
Yes

Compared with 107 listed agencies

Midpoint $213/hr vs directory median $125/hr — the upper third (93rd percentile, September 2026).

$175–$250 $15 median $125 $300

See how hourly rates become project totals in the cost guide.

Who is WillowTree a good fit for?

Enterprise-grade security and compliance expertise. Experience with regulated industries including healthcare (Dexcom) and financial services. Backed by TELUS International resources for global scalability.

Best for

Fortune 500 companies and large enterprises requiring complex, highly-scalable mobile applications with stringent security, accessibility, and compliance requirements.

Tradeoffs

Corporate acquisition may affect startup-culture appeal. Enterprise focus means less suitable for early-stage startups. Premium pricing and longer sales cycles typical of large agencies.

About WillowTree

Founded in 2008 in Charlottesville, Virginia by Michael Prichard and Tobias Dengel, WillowTree grew from a 3-person mobile shop into a 500+ employee powerhouse before being acquired by TELUS International for $1.22 billion in 2022. They've built enterprise-grade mobile experiences for T-Mobile, Marriott, PepsiCo, Dexcom, and FOX Sports. Their approach combines deep technical expertise in native iOS and Android development with sophisticated data analytics and accessibility standards. Known for rigorous quality assurance and ability to handle complex integrations with legacy enterprise systems.

Platforms, stack, and industries

Platforms

iOSAndroidReact NativeFlutterWeb

Tech stack

SwiftKotlinReact NativeFlutterNode.jsAWSAzure

Industries

HealthcareHospitalityMediaRetailFinancial ServicesSports

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Questions about WillowTree

Does WillowTree work remotely?
WillowTree is headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia. 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 WillowTree?
Full code ownership upon final payment. Work-for-hire agreement standard.
How current is this WillowTree profile?
Facts on this page were last reviewed 2026-09-18 from public materials. Rates and minimums can change — confirm a live quote on willowtreeapps.com before you budget.

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