We compared ten providers against the same criteria and selected the best ASO agencies that grow organic installs on the App Store and Google Play in 2026: keyword research method, creative testing setup, store coverage, published case studies, client reviews and pricing transparency. Each provider's core facts come from its own site or its Clutch profile, checked in October 2026, and any figure we could not confirm is marked as not verifiable rather than estimated.
An ASO agency does more than rewrite your metadata. The work covers keyword research and semantic core building, title, subtitle and description optimization, icon, screenshots and preview video testing, custom product pages and custom store listings for paid traffic, localization, ratings and reviews management, in-app events and featuring pitches, and now visibility in AI search. Strong ASO agencies are judged on search downloads and conversion rate, not on a screenshot of improved ranking.
On methodology: we shortlisted providers with genuine ASO specialization, coverage of both stores, a stated testing methodology, case studies that report search downloads or conversion rather than rankings alone, and verifiable Clutch, G2 or Business of Apps profiles. Every company fact below was taken from each provider's own website and its public review profile in October 2026.
The right partner matters because ASO compounds. More organic installs lower blended CAC, a better store page raises the return on every paid click, and stable rankings survive store algorithm changes.
Most teams arrive with the same problems:
- keyword rankings that drop after a store algorithm update
- store pages that rank well but do not convert
- localization across many markets that quietly destroys keyword relevance
- ASO and Apple Ads run by different people who never share search term data
- no clean way to separate organic from paid installs when measuring ASO impact
- discovery shifting into AI assistants, where the store listing is no longer the only surface
The stakes are set by where downloads actually come from. According to Apple, almost 65% of downloads happen directly after a search on the App Store, and over 850 million people visit the store every week.
Below are the ten App Store optimization agencies we would shortlist, grouped by what you are actually buying.
Why ASO Agencies Matter in 2026
ASO is the only growth channel that improves paid and organic performance at the same time. The top ASO agencies work on five things at once:
- Organic installs that lower blended CAC. Every install that arrives through search is one you did not buy.
- Store conversion that multiplies paid spend. A custom product pages setup for Apple Ads can change the economics of a campaign without touching bids.
- Native testing instead of guesswork. Product page optimization on iOS and store listing experiments on Android give real A/B testing inside the store.
- Localization that opens markets without new budget. Translating is not localizing, and keyword relevance is where most teams lose.
- New discovery surfaces. In-app events, promotional content, and AEO work so AI assistants describe your app correctly.
It is also continuous work. Store algorithms shift, iOS releases change the layout, and competitors rewrite their metadata every month. Applica recommends treating a listing like a landing page that is never finished: refresh it every four to six weeks rather than once a quarter.
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List of the Best ASO Agencies for the App Store and Google Play
To build this list we ran AI-assisted research across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Gemini, cross-checked the names that recur against Clutch, G2, Business of Apps and r/AppStoreOptimization, then verified every company fact against the provider's own site and public review profile in October 2026. Where a figure is self-declared rather than independently audited, we say so.
The ranking follows one idea: ASO is sold in three different shapes, and most buyer mistakes come from confusing them. First come specialist agencies that do ASO as their core service. Then platforms that sell software with a service layer on top. Then full-service growth agencies where ASO is one department. All three can be the right answer, but they are not interchangeable.
TOP-3 at a glance
| Agency | HQ | Founded | Team Size | Core ASO Expertise | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Applica | London, UK / distributed | 2022 | 25+ | ASO and store CRO for subscription apps: keywords, creatives, CPPs, localization, AEO |
| 2 | Phiture | Berlin, Germany | 2016 | 50-249 | ASO strategy at enterprise scale, tied to retention and CRM |
| 3 | Gummicube | San Jose, USA | 2010 | 50-249 | ASO-only, both stores, with its own DATACUBE and Splitcube technology |
All ten at a glance
| Agency | HQ | Founded | Team | Review profile | Published minimum | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applica | London, UK / distributed | 2022 | 25+ | Clutch 5.0 / 19 | Retainer | Subscription apps: FinTech, WellTech, EdTech |
| Phiture | Berlin, Germany | 2016 | 50-249 | Clutch 4.9 / 21 | $25,000+ | Enterprise consumer apps |
| Gummicube | San Jose, USA | 2010 | 50-249 | Clutch 5.0 / 7 | $5,000+ | Apps and games |
| Yodel Mobile | London, UK | 2007 | 10-49 | Clutch 4.9 / 34 | $100,000+ | Retail, travel, delivery |
| ConsultMyApp | London, UK | 2016 | 10-49 | Clutch reviews published | $10,000+ | FinTech, loyalty, education, fitness |
| Redbox Mobile | London, UK | Not published | Not published | Clutch reviews published | Not published | Finance, news, betting |
| AppTweak | Brussels, Belgium | 2014 | 130+ | G2 4.7 / 180+ | Not published | Enterprise apps and games |
| SplitMetrics Agency | Not published | 2014 | Not published | G2 4.9 | Not published | Subscription apps and games |
| App Radar | US-registered, distributed | 2015 | Not verifiable | Clutch 5.0 / 23 | $10,000+ | Games, utilities, productivity |
| Moburst | New York, USA | 2013 | 50-249 | Clutch 4.9 / 44 | $5,000+ | Full-service, apps and web |
"Not published" means the provider does not state the figure on its own site. Figures are as published in October 2026.
These ten cover the top App Store optimization agencies and the best ASO companies we would brief. Treat it as a shortlist, not an absolute ranking, because fit depends on your stores, markets and stage.
#1 Applica, ASO Tied to Revenue, Not Just Rankings
Applica is a mobile growth agency for subscription apps that runs ASO as part of revenue growth, not as a separate channel. Store work, creative production and Apple Ads share the same data, so search term performance feeds the store page and the store page feeds the campaigns.
Core facts. Founded 2022 · London, UK, distributed team · 25+ specialists · ASO and store CRO across both stores, focused on FinTech, WellTech and EdTech.
The six-step ASO framework
- Infrastructure and audit. Analyze current metadata, creative assets and keyword strategy across iOS and Android, and set up tracking.
- Keyword optimization and competitor research. Identify high-impact keywords, assess competitors visibility, and build a semantic core.
- Metadata and creative optimization. Refine listings and build an A/B tested creative roadmap.
- Custom store listings and in-app events. Adapt listings to specific searches and audiences, and run in-app events, promotional content and LiveOps.
- Continuous growth and reporting. Weekly monitoring, new hypotheses, and reporting on installs, conversion and revenue.
- App discovery in AI search. Optimize listings and positioning so assistants like ChatGPT understand and recommend the app.
Key Services
Keyword research and semantic core, metadata optimization, icon, screenshot and video testing, App Store optimization services across both stores, custom product pages and custom store listings, cross-locale localization, ratings and reviews, in-app events, AEO.
Stores & Markets
App Store and Google Play. Tier-1 focus: the US, the UK and Western Europe, with cross-locale keyword strategy used to lift the primary market.
Tools
Applica runs a public free ASO audit that scores an App Store listing on roughly 30 checks across up to 20 storefronts and compares it against the competitor apps Apple shows beside it. It covers the App Store only.
Notable Clients
AirHelp, Drops, Fabulous, EF Hello, Super.com, Magnify Technologies.
Results
- Mediterranean diet app. Cross-localization lifted US search downloads by 167%, US revenue by 101% and US keyword visibility by 414%, with indexed keywords up 230%, in two iterations. Full write-up in this ASO case study.
- TouchRetouch. An AI-focused "Smart Scenes" custom product page tested against the default page in US branded Apple Ads cut CPI by 47.4% and raised ROAS by 108%, moving CPI from EUR 1.56 to EUR 0.82, install rate from 77.0% to 87.1% and cost per trial down 32.6%. See custom product pages for Apple Ads.
- 50+ apps optimized.
Typical timing: ranking improvements start in four to eight weeks, with meaningful visibility growth in two to three months.
Client Testimonial
Thanks to Applica, I've seen a 30% increase in product page views and downloads. — Morgan Trudeau, CEO at Magnify Technologies
Awards & Recognition
Business of Apps Top App Marketing Company 2024. Clutch 5.0 from 19 reviews. RevenueCat Certified Partner.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ASO reported against revenue and search downloads, not rankings alone
- ASO, Apple Ads and creative production run as one feedback loop
- A dedicated AEO step for AI search discovery, which few providers list
- A public, free listing audit tool rather than a gated sales call
Cons
- Works only with Tier-1 markets, so not a fit for teams scaling in emerging markets first
- Focus is subscription and in-app purchase apps, so ad-monetized apps are out of scope
- No mobile games case studies published
- The free audit tool covers the App Store only, not Google Play
#2 Phiture, ASO Strategy at Enterprise Scale
Phiture built its reputation on ASO and retention strategy for large consumer apps, and publishes more openly about method than most of its peers. It works across four hubs.
Core facts. Founded 2016 · Berlin, with hubs in New York, London and Barcelona · 50-249 employees · ASO, paid UA, retention and CRM strategy.
Key Services
ASO, paid user acquisition, retention and CRM, growth strategy consulting, data and analytics.
Stores & Markets
App Store and Google Play, with a client base weighted to global consumer platforms.
Notable Clients
Spotify, KAYAK, Headspace, Clue, Adobe, NordVPN, Deezer.
Awards & Recognition
Multiple App Growth Awards, The Drum recognition, Braze Torchie award. Clutch 4.9 from 21 reviews.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- One of the deepest published bodies of ASO thinking in the industry
- Four hubs across Europe and the US
- ASO is connected to retention and CRM rather than sold in isolation
- Category-leading consumer apps on the client list
Cons
- Clutch lists a $25,000+ minimum project size and a $200-$300 hourly rate, among the highest entry points here
- Positioned as consulting, so execution capacity depends on the engagement shape
- Client roster is weighted to large enterprises, so early-stage apps are a weaker fit
#3 Gummicube, ASO-Only, With Its Own Data Stack
Gummicube is one of the few providers on this list that does ASO and nothing else, backed by proprietary technology rather than third-party tools.
Core facts. Founded 2010 · San Jose, California · 50-249 employees on Clutch · ASO-only, apps and games, both stores. A division of Airship Group, Inc.
Key Services
Keyword optimization, conversion optimization, creative services, reputation management, ASO measurement, Apple Search and Google Ads, mobile app A/B testing including focus groups and surveys, app launch and promotion.
Stores & Markets
App Store and Google Play.
Tools
DATACUBE and Splitcube, its own ASO data and testing platforms, plus app attribution and App Store intelligence modules.
Notable Clients
Microsoft, LinkedIn, Bethesda, Grubhub, Gameloft, McAfee. Testimonials from IMVU, Xerox, Kooapps and Leo AR.
Results
Xerox reports visibility expanded by 141% with growth in conversions across channels. Kooapps reports its game Pictoword moving from 1,000 US downloads to up to 40,000 a day. Both figures are client statements published by Gummicube.
Awards & Recognition
Clutch 5.0 from 7 reviews.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ASO-only focus, with fifteen years in the category
- Proprietary data and testing stack rather than reselling third-party tools
- A/B testing extended with focus groups and surveys, which is rare
- Recognizable enterprise logos across both apps and games
Cons
- Its homepage claims to be "the #1 ASO company in the world" with no source or methodology given
- 7 Clutch reviews, a thin public review record for a company of this size
- Team size, offices and awards are not published on its own site
- Now a division of Airship Group, so roadmap priorities sit with a parent company
#4 Yodel Mobile, The Longest ASO Track Record
Yodel Mobile has worked in app marketing since 2007, longer than anyone else here, and built its practice outward from App Store work into paid acquisition and a creative studio.
Core facts. Founded 2007 · London · 10-49 employees · ASO, paid UA, mobile consultancy, creative studio.
Key Services
App store optimization, paid user acquisition, mobile growth consultancy, creative production.
Notable Clients
B&Q, Yodel Delivery, Hoppa.
Awards & Recognition
Extensive awards history including EMMA 2022 and multiple App Growth Awards. Clutch 4.9 from 34 reviews, the deepest public review record on this list.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Eighteen years of operating history in app marketing
- 34 Clutch reviews at 4.9
- Consistent awards recognition over many years
- ASO, UA and creative in one team
Cons
- Clutch lists a $100,000+ minimum project size, the highest here
- Public client examples are mostly retail, travel and delivery brands rather than subscription apps
- Paywall and monetization are not listed as service lines, so store work stops at the install
#5 ConsultMyApp, ASO With a CRM and Data Layer
ConsultMyApp pairs ASO with CRM, lifecycle and business intelligence, which is unusual for a team of its size, and has been judged on its ASO work specifically.
Core facts. Founded 2016 · London, with offices in Vancouver and Altshausen · 10-49 employees · ASO and CRO, paid UA, CRM, BI and data.
Key Services
ASO and CRO, paid user acquisition, CRM and retention, BI and data, creative, strategy, MarTech.
Notable Clients
Snoop, O2 Priority, Chegg, PureGym, Grab, Tide.
Awards & Recognition
ASO Company of the Year at the 2023 App Growth Awards. Business of Apps Top Mobile and App Marketing Company 2026.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Won ASO Company of the Year, judged by App Growth Awards rather than self-declared
- CRM, lifecycle and BI capability beyond what most teams this size carry
- Three offices across the UK, Canada and Germany
- Clutch lists a $10,000+ minimum, one of the lower entry points here
Cons
- Client list leans to large consumer brands and loyalty apps rather than subscription apps
- Public recognition is concentrated on ASO, so paid UA evidence is thinner
- No published case studies quoting subscription revenue outcomes
#6 Redbox Mobile, Boutique ASO and Apple Ads
Redbox Mobile is a London boutique built around App Store work and Apple Ads, with its own automation platform behind the campaigns.
Core facts. London, with an additional office in New Delhi · ASO, Apple Ads, Google App Campaigns, creative, in-app programmatic. Founding year and team size are not published on its own site.
Key Services
App store optimization, creative services and creative strategy, Apple Ads, Google App Campaigns, in-app programmatic.
Tools
Astra, its own Apple Ads platform for automated campaign management, used by its team and by self-service clients.
Notable Clients
Logos shown include The Wall Street Journal, Monzo, Tinder, Hinge, Kongregate, SkyBet, The Times, ClearScore, Meetup and MarketWatch.
Results
Published figures include an 87% app install uplift from keyword and creative strategy for a driving test app, a 200% revenue increase from a festive in-app ecommerce event, a 20% tap-through rate improvement and a 30% conversion rate improvement.
Awards & Recognition
ASO Company of the Year, App Growth Awards, winner 2021 and finalist 2023. Most Effective Search Campaign, Effective Mobile Marketing Awards, 2021. Most Effective UA Platform, 2023. E-commerce App Campaign, App Growth Awards, 2021.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Won ASO Company of the Year in 2021, an independent award
- Owns its Apple Ads automation platform instead of licensing one
- A genuine boutique, so senior people stay on the account
- Strong evidence in finance, news and betting verticals
Cons
- Founding year, team size and partner statuses are not published on its own site
- Client logos are shown without describing the relationship or the work
- Portfolio leans heavily to betting, gambling and news rather than subscription apps
- Published results are given without time periods or baselines
#7 AppTweak, An ASO Platform With Consulting Attached
AppTweak is a data platform first. It sells ASO intelligence and Apple Ads management software, with in-house experts available for consulting rather than a full managed service.
Core facts. Founded 2014 · Brussels · 130+ people across eight offices including San Francisco, London, Tokyo, Seoul, Bengaluru and Beijing · ASO intelligence, Apple Ads campaign management, App Store review and AI visibility, market intelligence.
Key Services
ASO intelligence and keyword data, Apple Ads campaign management, store review and AI visibility tracking, market intelligence, plus ASO and Apple Ads consulting.
Notable Clients
Amazon, SoundCloud, Bumble, Binance, Canva, The North Face, Max, King, Rovio, Wix, Scopely, The Economist, Uber, Zynga, Deezer.
Awards & Recognition
Three-time App Growth Awards winner. G2 rating of 4.7 from 180+ reviews. ISO 27001 certified, GDPR and PCI DSS compliant.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- The largest team on this list, 130+ people across eight offices
- Already tracks AI visibility alongside classic store data
- ISO 27001 certification, which matters for enterprise procurement
- 180+ public G2 reviews, the broadest review base here
Cons
- Describes its people as consultants, not a managed service, so execution stays with your team
- You are buying a software subscription first and expertise second
- Client list is weighted to very large apps, so smaller teams may not get the same attention
- No published ASO case studies with before and after store metrics
#8 SplitMetrics Agency, Managed Apple Ads and ASO Behind a Testing Platform
SplitMetrics Agency is the services arm attached to the SplitMetrics testing and Apple Ads platform, offering fully managed ASO and paid acquisition.
Core facts. Founded 2014 · Fully managed Apple Ads, fully managed ASO, multichannel UA across 15+ paid channels, creative production, product optimization. HQ and team size are not published on the agency page.
Key Services
Fully managed Apple Ads including custom product pages and bid optimization, fully managed ASO with conversion testing, multichannel advertising, creative production, product optimization recommendations.
Stores & Markets
App Store via Apple Ads and Google Play product pages. Channels include Apple Ads, Google App Campaigns, Meta, TikTok, Unity Ads and programmatic.
Notable Clients
Babbel, Flo, FreeNow, Glovo, Skyscanner, Rakuten Viber, Preply, Freeletics, NordVPN, italki, SumUp, Wargaming, Picsart.
Results
Published client figures include 112% revenue growth for Zoundio and 119,000 installs from a single screenshot change for Textplus. General claims include 500+ apps scaled and 4x growth in organic downloads.
Awards & Recognition
G2 rating of 4.9. App Growth Awards 2022 winner and finalist. Partner status with Google, Meta, TikTok, Moloco and AppsFlyer. Listed in Top ASO Companies 2024 and Top ASA Platforms 2024.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Conversion testing technology sits underneath the service, so creative decisions are tested rather than argued
- Fully managed ASO and Apple Ads rather than advice only
- Broad channel coverage across 15+ paid platforms
- Strong recognizable European subscription app logos
Cons
- Neither HQ nor team size appears on the agency page
- Several headline figures, including 500+ apps scaled and 4x organic growth, are general claims without a named client
- The agency sits beside a software product, so commercial focus is split
- Partner statuses are self-declared on its own site
#9 App Radar, ASO Software With a Service Layer
App Radar sells an App Store optimization platform plus an agency team that runs ASO, paid UA and creative on top of it. Clients keep the tooling after an engagement ends.
Core facts. Founded 2015 by Thomas Kriebernegg and Christian Janesch · US-registered with a distributed team · ASO platform plus managed ASO, paid UA and creative.
Key Services
ASO platform with keyword tracking and store analytics, managed ASO, paid user acquisition, creative production.
Notable Clients
Arise, iTranslate, Kolibri, Meister, Wargaming.
Awards & Recognition
Clutch 5.0 from 23 reviews.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Platform plus service, so the tooling outlives the engagement
- Clutch 5.0 from 23 reviews
- Ten years in the category
- Clutch lists a $10,000+ minimum
Cons
- Its own site and its Clutch profile state very different team sizes, so headcount cannot be verified
- Commercial focus is split between a software product and the agency layer
- Clutch lists a $200-$300 hourly rate, at the top of this list
- Public client examples skew to games and utilities rather than subscription apps
#10 Moburst, ASO Inside a Full-Service Agency
Moburst is a full-service mobile-first agency where ASO sits in an organic department alongside SEO, AEO, CRO and localization. It is the clearest example on this list of ASO bought as part of something larger.
Core facts. Founded 2013 · New York · 50-249 employees · Strategy, organic including ASO and AEO, creative, media, development.
Key Services
Mobile strategy and analytics, ASO, AEO, SEO, CRO, localization, PR, creative and video production, paid media across social, search, networks and influencers, app and web development.
Results
Moburst publishes a Black Friday campaign for Upside that reached rank #9 in the App Store for the term "Black Friday" and a 10% boost in overall visibility. The page does not define the baseline behind the 10% figure.
Awards & Recognition
Clutch 4.9 from 44 reviews, the largest review volume on this list. Clutch lists an hourly rate of $150-$199 and a $5,000+ minimum.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 44 Clutch reviews at 4.9, the deepest review base among the agencies here
- ASO sits next to SEO and AEO, useful if app and web discovery are one problem for you
- Twelve years of operating history
- One vendor covers strategy, creative, media and development
Cons
- ASO is one department among many, not the core product
- The service list runs from PR to app development, so mobile store work is not the only focus
- No ASO-specific case studies with store metrics published
- A $5,000+ minimum alongside enterprise clients suggests a wide range of engagement sizes
How to Choose an ASO Agency
The shortlist matters less than the brief. These are the criteria we would score against when picking the best App Store optimization agencies, and most can be checked before a first call.
ASO-Only Agency vs ASO Inside a Growth Agency
A specialist goes deeper on store mechanics. A growth agency connects the store to acquisition and revenue. Ask which one you are buying, because the weekly rhythm is different.
Coverage of Both Stores
App Store and Google Play reward different things. Ask for evidence on both, not just the one you launched with.
Keyword Research Methodology and Tools
Ask what data source sits behind the keywords, how a semantic core is built, and how often it is refreshed. Named tools such as AppTweak, Sensor Tower, AppFollow or Mobile Action are a floor, not a strategy.
Creative Optimization and A/B Testing
Native tests are the only honest ones: product page optimization on iOS, store listing experiments on Android. Ask how many tests ran last quarter and how many won. From Applica's ASO tests, the creative that wins on organic traffic often loses on paid, which is exactly why custom product pages exist.
Custom Product Pages and Custom Store Listings
If you run paid traffic, this is where the money is. Our own test moved CPI by 47.4% on one custom product pages variant alone, without changing bids.
Localization Capacity
Ask how many languages are handled in house, and whether they localize keywords or just translate copy. Cross-locale work can lift your primary market, which most teams do not expect.
Reporting: Search Downloads and Conversion, Not Only Rankings
Rankings move for reasons you did not cause. Insist on search downloads, conversion rate and a clean split between organic and paid.
AI Search and AEO Readiness
Ask directly how they make an app discoverable inside AI assistants. Most providers have no answer yet, and the honest ones say so.
Client Reviews and Reputation
Clutch, G2 and Business of Apps show volume and recency. One perfect review is noise, thirty is a pattern.
Pricing Transparency and Engagement Models
One-off audit, monthly retainer or per-market pricing all change incentives. Published minimums for the providers here run from $5,000 to $100,000 per project.
| Criterion | What to ask for | Key insight |
|---|---|---|
| Specialization | Share of revenue from ASO work | ASO-only and ASO-inside-growth are different products |
| Both stores | A case study per store | App Store and Google Play rank on different signals |
| Keyword method | Data source and refresh cadence | Tool access is a floor, not a method |
| Native testing | Tests run and won last quarter | Only PPO and store listing experiments prove causation |
| CPPs | A before and after on paid traffic | One CPP variant moved CPI by 47.4% in our own test |
| Localization | Languages handled in house | Cross-locale keywords can lift the primary market |
| Reporting | Search downloads and conversion | Rankings move without you |
| AEO | How they get cited by AI assistants | Almost 65% of downloads still start with a store search |
| Reviews | Volume and recency | Thirty reviews beat one perfect score |
| Pricing | Fee basis and minimum | Published minimums range from $5,000 to $100,000 |
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ASO Agency Comparison
The honest way to compare top App Store optimization agencies is by capability, not by price. Below are the top rated App Store optimization companies on this list against what a buyer actually checks.
| Provider | Type | Stores | Native A/B testing | CPPs & custom store listings | AEO | Own tool |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applica | Growth agency, ASO core | Both | Yes | Yes | Yes, named step | Free ASO audit |
| Phiture | Consulting | Both | Yes | Not stated | Not stated | No |
| Gummicube | ASO-only | Both | Yes, plus focus groups | Not stated | Not stated | DATACUBE, Splitcube |
| Yodel Mobile | ASO-led agency | Both | Yes | Not stated | Not stated | No |
| ConsultMyApp | ASO plus CRM | Both | Yes | Not stated | Not stated | No |
| Redbox Mobile | Boutique ASO and ASA | App Store focus | Yes | Yes | Not stated | Astra |
| AppTweak | Platform plus consulting | Both | Via platform data | Apple Ads module | Yes, AI visibility | AppTweak |
| SplitMetrics Agency | Platform plus managed service | Both | Yes, core technology | Yes | Not stated | SplitMetrics |
| App Radar | Platform plus service | Both | Via platform | Not stated | Not stated | App Radar |
| Moburst | Full-service agency | Both | Yes | Not stated | Yes, named service | No |
"Not stated" means the capability is not published on the provider's own site, not that it is absent. Figures and claims are as published in October 2026.
Why Choose Applica for App Store Optimization
Among the best App Store optimization companies here, what separates Applica is the reporting line. ASO is measured against revenue for subscription apps, not against a ranking screenshot.
- One feedback loop. ASO, Apple Ads and creative production share data, so paid search terms shape the store page and the store page improves campaign economics.
- The full process. Audit, keyword research, metadata and creatives, custom store listings and in-app events, reporting, then AI search visibility.
- Store page CRO. Icon, screenshot and video A/B testing using the stores' native tools.
- Cross-locale keyword strategy. Metadata in six additional languages lifted US keyword visibility by 414% for one client, because relevance travels across locales.
- 50+ apps optimized across FinTech, WellTech and EdTech.
Proof you can check. Mediterranean diet app: +167% US search downloads, +101% US revenue, +414% US keyword visibility. TouchRetouch: a Smart Scenes custom product page cut CPI 47.4% and raised ROAS 108% in US branded Apple Ads. Morgan Trudeau, CEO at Magnify Technologies, reports a 30% increase in product page views and downloads.
Recognition. Business of Apps Top App Marketing Company 2024. Clutch 5.0 from 19 reviews. RevenueCat Certified Partner.
As an ASO team that only works on subscription and in-app purchase apps, our view is simple: a store page is worth what it earns, not where it ranks.
Next steps. Get a free ASO audit, book a strategy call, or see the ASO case studies. Start at contact Applica.
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Conclusion
Organic discovery is still where most app downloads begin, and the store page is the one asset that improves both organic and paid performance at once. That is why a professional partner pays for itself, and why the best ASO agencies 2026 are judged on search downloads and conversion rather than on keyword charts.
Every provider above was assessed on the same basis: ASO specialization, coverage of both stores, testing methodology, published results, client reviews and AI search readiness, verified against primary sources in October 2026. That is the standard we would hold any of the App Store optimization companies on this list to, and it is how to judge the best App Store optimization agencies 2026 without relying on a logo wall.
Choose an ASO partner that grows installs and conversion, not just rankings.
FAQ
How much do ASO agencies charge per month?
Published minimums on Clutch for the providers above range from $5,000 to $100,000 per project, and hourly rates from $100 to $300. Common models are a one-off audit, a monthly retainer, and per-market pricing when localization is involved. Platform-led providers also charge a software subscription separately from the service. Ask what is included in the retainer: keyword work, creative production and native testing are often priced apart.
Which ASO agencies are best for mobile games?
Gummicube publishes game work including Bethesda, Gameloft and Kooapps, and its A/B testing extends to focus groups and surveys. App Radar lists Wargaming, and SplitMetrics Agency works with Wargaming and Picsart. Applica does not publish mobile games case studies, so a game publisher should look at the three above first.
What are the top ASO agencies for fintech apps?
ConsultMyApp works with Snoop, Tide and O2 Priority. Redbox Mobile publishes Monzo, ClearScore, My FICO and MarketWatch. SplitMetrics Agency lists SumUp and Preply. Applica works with FinTech subscription apps including AirHelp, and runs ASO against revenue rather than installs, which matters when a deposit or a subscription is the real conversion.
Which boutique ASO agencies are best for iOS and Google Play?
Redbox Mobile and ConsultMyApp are the clearest boutiques here, both London based with teams of 10 to 49. Applica is a similar size at 25+ and covers both stores. A boutique usually means senior people stay on your account, and the trade-off is capacity across many markets at once.
Which ASO agencies improve app conversion rates, not just rankings?
Look for providers that publish conversion outcomes rather than keyword positions. SplitMetrics Agency built its business on conversion testing technology. Gummicube reports conversion growth for Xerox. Applica publishes install rate moving from 77.0% to 87.1% on a tested custom product page, and 167% growth in US search downloads from a store listing rebuild. The top App Store optimization companies will show you a before and after, not a ranking chart.
What is the best ASO agency in 2026?
There is no single answer, because ASO is sold in three shapes. For a subscription app in Tier-1 markets where ASO must show up in revenue, we would start with Applica. For enterprise-scale strategy, Phiture. For an ASO-only specialist with its own data stack, Gummicube. For boutique Apple Ads and store work, Redbox Mobile. Among ASO agencies the right pick is the one whose reporting matches the number your board asks about.
