February 20, 2026
IT & Software Industry
The World's Best Software Development Companies
DEV Companies tracks, evaluates, and ranks the top software development firms across the U.S. and globally — so you can make smarter, faster decisions about who to work with.
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From staff augmentation firms to full-cycle development houses — we cover every corner of the software services market.
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In-depth, annually updated rankings of the best software development companies by size, specialization, and region.
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The latest developments, acquisitions, funding rounds, and market trends shaping the global software industry.
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Top development companies in 2026
February 20, 2026
About Us
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DEV Companies was built for one purpose: to cut through the noise in the software industry. Whether you’re a startup founder looking for your first development partner, an IT manager evaluating vendors, or an investor tracking the market — we give you the clear, unbiased intelligence you need to move forward with confidence.
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Why thousands of professionals trust DEV Companies?
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Our team has years of experience covering the software and IT services industry across the U.S. and global markets.
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We evaluate companies the way buyers do — on delivery quality, communication, pricing transparency, and client results.
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