Clay
Clay is a design and branding agency based in San Francisco. The team builds strong, modern identities for startups and large companies.
Mission Control
Mission Control is a fully remote branding agency. They mix creative thinking with AI tools to build fast, smart brand systems and websites.
R/GA
A global digital agency known for its innovation in marketing, branding, and technology. R/GA combines creativity and technology to help brands grow in the digital age.
DHNN
A UX/UI design and development agency empowering businesses through quality design, with expertise in various industries including finance and crypto.
Lazarev.agency
Digital product design studio specializing in AI/ML product design, UX/UI, brand strategy, and web design.
Brightscout
Austin-based B2B branding, web, and app development agency known for transforming innovative tech companies into market leaders.
Burocratik
Portugal-based, transdisciplinary branding & digital studio with heavy awards pedigree, and a stated “small but mighty” model.
Non-Linear Studio
Independent studio blending brand, design, and development. Motion-forward portfolio with award-recognized launches.
Neue World
Award-winning digital design agency known for crafting impactful brand experiences through strategic UI/UX design and development, particularly for digital-first brands.
Our Selection Process
We review agencies using the same criteria across every category, then update rankings as new work appears.
1. Create a shortlist
We gather agencies with consistently strong brand identity work across regions and industries.
2. Check category fit
We prioritize agencies with relevant experience for the page, like F&B, tech, or enterprise.
3. Score craft and systems.
We evaluate concept, typography, art direction, and how well the identity scales across real touchpoints.
4. Assess strategy and clarity
We look for clear positioning, messaging, and a strong rationale behind the work.
5. Validate credibility
We consider outcomes and reputation signals like case study depth, adoption, and recognition, as supporting proof.
6. Keep it current and independent
We refresh rankings regularly, and agencies cannot pay for higher placement.
Top Agencies For Web3 Branding, Crypto Identity, And Trust Systems
1. Clay
Clay is a strong fit for Web3 and crypto brands where trust, clarity, and product experience drive adoption. It works especially well when the brand needs to be expressed through polished UX and UI across apps, dashboards, and onboarding flows.
Best for: startups and enterprises looking for meticulously crafted, user-centered websites that unify brand storytelling with seamless digital experiences.
Key Clients: Snapchat, Streetbeat, Google, Vantara, Slack, Marqeta, Yahoo! Games, Lulo Bank, Fiverr.
Location: San Francisco.
Founded: 2016.
Team Size: <70.
Hourly Price: $150–$199/hr.
2. Mission Control
Mission Control is a senior-led, remote-first studio that suits crypto startups moving fast and shipping often. It is a good match when you need a sharp identity and a launch-ready site without a heavy process.
Best for: Early-stage startups wanting fast, senior branding/web with AI-accelerated process.
Location: San Francisco.
Founded: 2025.
3. R/GA
R/GA fits Web3 brands that need brand, product, and customer experience designed as one system. It is strongest when the crypto product is complex and the experience must communicate confidence at every step.
Best for: Enterprises seeking innovative digital solutions that blend creativity and technology.
Key Clients: Nike, Samsung, Google, Verizon. Location: HQ: New York, NY. Founded: 1977.
Team Size: 1,000–5,000.
Hourly Price: $67/hr avg.
Budget: $5,000+.
4. DHNN
DHNN is a strong choice for crypto products that need usability, clarity, and conversion-focused flows. It fits well for exchanges, wallets, and fintech-adjacent platforms where UX quality reduces friction and builds trust.
Best for: enterprises seeking innovative and high-quality digital solutions across various industries.
Key Clients: IBM, Turner, Santander, and other global brands.
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina; Coral Gables, FL; Madrid, Spain; London, UK.
Budget: $10,000+.
Hourly Price: $99/hr.
5. Lazarev.agency
Lazarev.agency is a strong fit for crypto and Web3 platforms that need sharp positioning tied directly to product experience. It works well when the offering is technical and the brand must feel premium, credible, and easy to understand.
Best for: AI/ML startups seeking user-centric design.
Key Clients: Peel (acquired by Shopify), Boeing, Abu Dhabi University, WellSet, SolarDrive, eDiscovery Assistant.
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA.
Founded: 2015.
Team Size: 50–99.
Hourly Price: $100–$149/hr.
Budget: $50,000+.
6. Brightscout
Brightscout fits Web3 and crypto teams that want branding paired with build-ready digital execution. It is a good match when a startup needs category-ready positioning and a modern web presence that supports growth.
Best for: B2B tech companies looking to establish strong brands and digital products that drive market leadership.
Key Clients: Predibase, Galileo, Halcyon, Arch/Meltano, Trinsic, Mistral, ATA.
Location: Austin, USA.
Budget: $25,000+.
7. Burocratik
Burocratik is a strong fit for crypto brands that want a design-forward identity without losing usability. It works especially well for Web3 products that need high craft, modern visuals, and a confident digital presence.
Best for: Brands that want award-winning identity and high-craft web from a compact senior team.
Key Clients: Unilever, Remote, Clear Street.
Location: Coimbra and Porto, Portugal.
Founded: 2004.
8. Non-Linear Studio
Non-Linear Studio fits Web3 brands that want a bold, motion-rich launch presence and a distinctive identity. It is a strong option when differentiation and high-end digital craft are the goal.
Best for: VC-backed startups and tech firms wanting polished, animation-driven sites and fast, senior-level execution.
Key Clients: Atria, Integrated Reasoning, Ozarké.
Location: Park City, Utah, USA and Tallinn, Estonia.
Founded: 2020.
Hourly Price: $100–$149/hr.
Budget: $25,000+.
9. Neue World
Neue World suits crypto products that need brand expression embedded into the interface and journey. It is a good fit for digital-first Web3 companies aiming for a premium feel and clear usability.
Best for: Digital-first brands seeking cohesive and user-centric digital experiences.
Key Clients: Layers, Lendbridge, Estative, Ahya, Ticket Chain, MC², Radxu Foundation, The Absolute Journey.
Location: Dubai, UAE.
Frequently asked questions
Clay leads for trust-first branding tied to polished product UX and onboarding. Mission Control is a strong pick for fast, senior-led identity and launch sites. R. GA, DHNN, and Lazarev. agency fit Web3 teams that need brand and complex product experience designed together. Brightscout works well when branding and build-ready execution need to move in sync. For design-forward launches, Burocratik, Non-Linear Studio, and Neue World stand out for high-craft, modern visuals, and motion-driven digital presence.
This includes exchanges, wallets, L2s, DeFi, infrastructure, tokenized products, and Web3 developer platforms.
Trust and clarity. People need to understand what you do quickly and feel safe enough to engage.
Positioning and messaging, visual identity, brand guidelines, website direction, and templates for community and launch content.
Great agencies keep the edge while improving clarity, consistency, and proof-driven storytelling.
Budgets depend on scope. Many projects range from mid five figures to six figures for strategy, identity, and rollout assets.
Yes. Many teams support narrative frameworks, messaging pillars, and content systems for communities and launches.
Many engagements run 6 to 12 weeks. Large rollouts can take longer if multiple products and ecosystems are involved.
Look for trust signals in their work, strong systems, and examples that hold up across product, web, and community channels.
We emphasize clarity, credibility, consistency, and proof the brand system performs across real touchpoints.
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