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Top Software Development Companies in Vietnam: A Buyer’s Comparison
Twelve software development companies in Vietnam compared on verified location, service focus, engagement models and published pricing, with best-fit guidance and a worksheet for narrowing your list to three.
Key takeaways
- Twelve companies across Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang are compared on the same public evidence; they range from 10–49 to 1,000–9,999 employees.
- Published directory rate bands are mostly under $25 or $25–$49 per hour; minimum project sizes range from $1,000 to $50,000.
- Narrow your list to three companies by project fit, then compare proposals on one written scope.
On this page
Vietnam has become a mainstream destination for software development, with hundreds of companies serving clients in the US, Europe, Japan, Australia and across Asia. That choice makes shortlisting harder, not easier. This comparison applies one set of criteria to twelve companies so you can see differences in size, focus, engagement model and pricing, and then use a worksheet to choose three for detailed conversations.
Publisher disclosure
This comparison is published by PoliteTech Software, a Vietnam-based development provider that is included in the shortlist. We use the criteria and sources described below. Inclusion does not imply that we have worked with or independently audited every company. Companies are grouped by fit, not ranked by quality.
Who this shortlist is for
Different buyers need different partners:
- Startups often need product thinking, low minimums and the flexibility to change scope.
- SMEs usually want a reliable team for a defined product or an ongoing roadmap, with clear communication.
- Enterprises may need scale, multiple delivery sites, security documentation and procurement experience.
- Agencies look for white-label or overflow capacity with careful client boundaries.
No company is the best choice for all four. Use the profiles below to find the companies that match your situation.
How we selected the companies
We started from Clutch’s directory of software developers in Vietnam and companies listed in its app, AI and Flutter categories, then selected companies that:
- publish a headquarters or engineering office in Vietnam;
- have a public Clutch profile with service focus, size and pricing information;
- offer software development to international clients.
For each company we recorded location, size band, service focus, engagement models and published pricing from its Clutch profile, and checked the official website where it was accessible on 5 November 2026. We did not use directory list order or sponsored placements as a ranking signal, and we do not combine ratings and review counts into a score. Twelve companies is an editorial selection, not a complete census of the market.
Compare the companies at a glance
| Company | HQ (Vietnam offices) | Size | Main service focus | Engagement models | Rate and minimum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PoliteTech Software | Hanoi | 10–49 | AI 40%, mobile 35%, custom 20% | Projects, dedicated teams, maintenance | Under $25/hr; $1,000+ |
| Saigon Technology | Ho Chi Minh City (Da Nang) | 250–999 | Custom, mobile, web 20% each | Dedicated teams, ODC, BOT, staff augmentation | $25–$49/hr; $10,000+ |
| Orient Software | Ho Chi Minh City (Da Nang, Hanoi) | 250–999 | Web 40%, mobile 30% | Staff augmentation, projects | $25–$49/hr; $50,000+ |
| Savvycom | Hanoi | 250–999 | Custom 25%, generative AI 20%, mobile 15% | Dedicated teams, projects | $25–$49/hr; $10,000+ |
| Kyanon Digital | Ho Chi Minh City (Da Nang) | 250–999 | Staff augmentation 20%, mobile 15%, AI 30% combined | Staff augmentation, team packages | $25–$49/hr; $10,000+ |
| Adamo Software | Hanoi | 50–249 | AI 30%, web 30% | Dedicated team, team extension, projects | $25–$49/hr; $25,000+ |
| Newwave Solutions | Hanoi | 250–999 | Custom 30%, AI 20%, mobile 20% | Fixed price, dedicated team | Under $25/hr; $5,000+ |
| VNEXT Holdings | Hanoi (Da Nang) | 250–999 | Custom 20%, broad mix | ODC, dedicated team, staff augmentation, projects | $25–$49/hr; $1,000+ |
| Rikkeisoft | Hanoi (Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, Hue) | 1,000–9,999 | Mobile 20%, web 20%, AR/VR 15% | Projects, managed services | $25–$49/hr; $5,000+ |
| InApps Technology | Ho Chi Minh City | 50–249 | Staff augmentation 65%, mobile 25% | Dedicated teams / ODC | Under $25/hr; $10,000+ |
| HDWEBSOFT | Ho Chi Minh City | 250–999 | Web 25%, mobile 20%, staff augmentation 15% | White-label, dedicated team, projects, T&M | $25–$49/hr; $10,000+ |
| Miyagami | Amsterdam (Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City) | 50–249 | Staff augmentation 50% | Full-time engineers on client teams | $25–$49/hr; $25,000+ |
Data from Clutch company profiles and official websites, accessed 5 November 2026. Service percentages are self-reported on Clutch.
Company profiles and best fit
PoliteTech Software
Publisher of this article. Founded in 2022 in Hanoi, 10–49 employees, 5.0 from 57 Clutch reviews. Public portfolio covers mobile, web and AI work for clients and teams in the UK, US, Australia, Singapore and Estonia. Best fit: startups, SMEs and agencies wanting senior attention on small and mid-sized projects. Ask about: capacity for larger teams.
Saigon Technology
Founded in 2012, Ho Chi Minh City headquarters with a Da Nang branch and a US office in Reston, Virginia; 4.8 from 9 reviews. Offers dedicated teams, ODC and build-operate-transfer. Best fit: US buyers and companies considering a long-term team they may later transfer. Ask about: which site will staff your team.
Orient Software
Founded in 2005, headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City with Da Nang and Hanoi offices, 5.0 from 4 reviews; runs an AI and data division, Neurond AI. Best fit: larger web and mobile programmes above its $50,000 minimum.
Savvycom
Founded in 2009, Hanoi headquarters and offices across Asia, 4.9 from 27 reviews. Strong generative AI emphasis in its service mix. Best fit: buyers wanting a larger vendor for AI-enabled products. Ask about: how case-study metrics were measured.
Kyanon Digital
Founded in 2012, Ho Chi Minh City, 4.7 from 35 reviews. Publishes monthly team packages and a mix of AI agents, generative AI and e-commerce work. Best fit: buyers who want transparent monthly pricing for staff augmentation or teams.
Adamo Software
Founded in 2018, Hanoi, 4.8 from 13 reviews. AI and web development each 30% of its focus, with named AI case studies on its website. Best fit: AI-enabled business applications.
Newwave Solutions
Founded in 2011, Hanoi, 4.9 from 67 reviews, with Flutter as its largest framework. Best fit: budget-conscious mobile and custom software projects.
VNEXT Holdings
Founded in 2008, Hanoi and Da Nang with a Japanese subsidiary, 5.0 from 6 reviews. Best fit: ODC arrangements and Japanese-market projects.
Rikkeisoft
Founded in 2012, Hanoi headquarters, 1,000–9,999 employees and eight locations, 5.0 from 3 reviews. Best fit: large programmes needing scale. Ask about: references, given the small public review count.
InApps Technology
Founded in 2016, Ho Chi Minh City, 4.9 from 39 reviews, staff augmentation-led. Best fit: embedding engineers into existing teams.
HDWEBSOFT
Founded in 2012, Ho Chi Minh City, 5.0 from 29 reviews; publishes a white-label partnership model for agencies. Best fit: agencies needing behind-the-scenes delivery.
Miyagami
Amsterdam headquarters with engineers in Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, 4.9 from 41 reviews. Best fit: European buyers wanting a European contracting entity with Vietnam-based engineers.
Want a frank view of whether your project fits a smaller, senior team?
How to narrow your shortlist
Use this worksheet to select three companies. Score each 1–5, weight the criteria that matter to you, and keep notes on unknowns.
| Criterion | Weight (example) | Company A | Company B | Company C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Relevant service focus and evidence | 25% | |||
| Size and capacity appropriate to project | 15% | |||
| Engagement model fits how we work | 15% | |||
| Published minimum fits budget | 10% | |||
| Location and working overlap | 10% | |||
| Review content from similar projects | 15% | |||
| Early responsiveness and questions asked | 10% |
Shortlist worksheet. Weights are illustrative; adjust to your priorities.
Start by eliminating companies whose minimum project size or model clearly does not fit. Then read reviews from projects similar to yours and send a short enquiry. How a company responds to a first enquiry — the questions it asks, the speed and clarity of its reply — is valuable evidence.
Questions to ask before requesting proposals
- Source code ownership: who owns code, and when does it transfer? Can repositories live in our organisation from day one?
- Staffing: who exactly will work on our project, where, and at what allocation?
- QA: is testing done by dedicated QA engineers, and what is automated?
- Maintenance: how is post-launch support priced and organised?
- Change management: how are new requests estimated and approved?
- Security: how are access, devices and confidential data handled?
Then send the same written brief to your three companies and compare proposals with our guide on how to evaluate a software outsourcing company.
Frequently asked questions
Why outsource software development to Vietnam?
Buyers commonly cite a growing engineering talent pool, competitive rates and a time zone (UTC+7) that suits Asia-Pacific clients and allows overnight progress for Western clients. Evaluate these benefits against your specific project and vendor.
Which city is best: Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City or Da Nang?
All three have established software companies. Choose the vendor and team first; city matters mainly for visits and local preferences. See our Hanoi comparison.
Are larger companies safer?
Larger companies can scale and absorb staff changes, but your project may get less senior attention. Match company size to project size.
How reliable are Clutch ratings?
They are useful context. Read detailed reviews relevant to your project, note review counts and dates, and call references.
Sources and methodology
Facts in this article were checked against the sources below on 5 November 2026. Directory data (ratings, review counts, rate bands and team sizes) changes over time and is shown as published on the date accessed. Illustrative examples are labelled as such and are not quotes.
- Clutch: Top Software Developers in Vietnam — accessed 5 November 2026. Starting list; ratings updated 5 Nov 2026
- Clutch: PoliteTech Software profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: Saigon Technology profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Saigon Technology official website — accessed 5 November 2026. Services, offices
- Clutch: Orient Software profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: Savvycom profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: Kyanon Digital profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: Adamo Software profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: Newwave Solutions profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: VNEXT Holdings profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: Rikkeisoft profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: InApps Technology profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- Clutch: HDWEBSOFT profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
- HDWEBSOFT: White Label Partnership — accessed 5 November 2026. White-label model
- Clutch: Miyagami profile — accessed 5 November 2026. Profile data
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