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Top 10 Recommended Shopify Plus Agency Partners

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The Wide World of Shopify Plus Agencies

It’s no secret that Shopify Plus is one of the absolute best ecommerce platforms for both fast-growing brands (Think Gymshark, Allbirds, Fitbit, etc.) and huge legacy companies, (Think Red Bull, Heinz, and Hasbro). Because of its popularity, the number of Shopify Plus Design Agencies has grown substantially since it was rolled out in 2014. We’ve been fortunate enough to be included on top 10 lists of Shopify Plus Agencies all over the web, so we thought we’d repay the favor and do our own.

We’ll add a few tips on how to find the best reliable Shopify Plus agency later in the article, but first let’s get to that list, which is in no particular order.

Top 10 Recommended Shopify Plus Agencies in 2025

01. Eastside Co

If you’re based in the UK or Western Europe, Eastside Co should definitely be a consideration. They’re a veteran Shopify partner that’s been servicing clients since 2012. A full-service digital agency, Shopify’s their main bag and have helped countless brands reach their goals both small and large.

Unlike some Shopify Plus websites agencies, they don’t serve specific niches but are more of a generalist which can be beneficial considering they can pull from a large bag of tricks that may transcend industries. Their ecommerce solutions often include optimization for conversion rate, ux design, and theme customization to improve the shopping experience.

  • Headquarters: London, UK

  • Size: Medium

  • Top Industries Served: Fashion, Lifestyle, Health and Beauty

  • Notable Brands: Mimi & Lula, Absolute Collagen, Potion London, Oliver Sweeny, Ren Skincare

  • Website: EastSideCo.com

02. Sleepless Media

We’re not usually one to toot our own horn, but we have the utmost confidence we’re a great fit for most brands searching for a trusted go-to Shopify Plus agency in California, so obviously we needed to include ourselves on this list.

One of the first agencies selected to be a Plus Partner when it launched in 2014, the Shopify Plus platform team approached us because of the consistent level of service we provide and the caliber of our work.

Clients often come to us when they’re looking for something super custom and bespoke design work that separates them from their competition with out-of-the-box thinking. In the ecommerce development and digital design business for over 20 years now, we’ve been working exclusively on Shopify for the last decade. When we say we’ve built hundreds of shopify store projects, well, it’s the truth.

We’re known for our niches in the Outdoor Lifestyle/Adventure (Zpacks, Thule/Tepui, Breeo Firepits, LifeStraw, Cliq Chairs, etc.) and CPG Food & Beverage (Traditional Medicinals, Lenny & Larrys, Alter Eco, etc.) industries, but have partnered with a wide array of brands across the board as their secret weapon to digital domination. Our development services include store migration, customization, and post-launch support to help brands streamline their e-commerce experience and boost conversion.

  • Headquarters: South San Francisco Bay Area (Santa Cruz, California)

  • Size: Medium

  • Top Industries Served: Outdoor/Adventure, Consumer Packaged Goods Food & Beverage Brands, Lifestyle, and Technology.

  • Notable Brands: Traditional Medicinals, Yale/August Home, Levi Strauss & Co., Swisher Sweets, LifeStraw, Breeo.

  • Website: SleeplessMedia.com

03. Pointer Creative

We were fortunate enough to meet these guys at a Shopify Unite event in San Francisco a handful of years back—we shared some solid shop-talk and maybe a few too many adult beverages, but they made enough of a good impression that they’re making it onto our list. Similar in size and structure to our firm, they’re based in Ottawa, ON so they’re a great option if you’re looking for a Canadian option in the EST timezone.

Strategy is at the core of what they do, and like us, they don’t just build an ecommerce website, but also offer branding. This means they’re a viable option if you also need to refreshen up the visuals of your brand as part of the project. They work with a general array of companies but you’re in particularly good hands if you are in the beauty/supplements (Think Lemme, Fable & Mane, etc.) or fashion (Think Tip Top, etc.) realms.

  • Headquarters: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

  • Size: Medium

  • Top Industries Served: Fashion, Lifestyle, Health and Beauty

  • Notable Brands: Lemme, Fable & Main, Tip Top, NY Times

  • Website: PonterCreative.com

04. Barrel

Based in the thick of NYC, Barrel’s a heavy hitter in the Shopify Plus ecommerce world. You’ll immediately notice their attention to detail when perusing their portfolio.

You know what they say—you get what you pay for, so Barrel might not be an affordable option if budget’s a major concern. Their clients vary heavily—they’ll tackle a heavyweight like Black+Decker one minute, and a baby food brand the next, as they did with Once Upon A Farm a Farm. They’re medium-ish on the size spectrum but the perfect size to focus on quality not quantity.

They’re medium-ish on the size spectrum, but the perfect size to focus on quality, not quantity, offering enterprise ecommerce brands custom ecommerce and experience design tailored to their unique needs.

  • Headquarters: New York, NY

  • Size: Medium

  • Top Industries Served: Fashion, Lifestyle, Food & Beverage

  • Notable Brands: Black and Decker, The Outset, Hu, Well+Good, Station, etc.

  • Website: BarrelNY.com

05. Fuel Made

From where we stand, Fuel Made’s been doing top-quality work in the Shopify Plus development space since it was rolled out. TTheir work speaks for itself, and their knack for email marketing helps them stand out from the crowd when it comes to marketing services.

They head up email marketing for prominent brands like Satechi, American Tall, and FCTRY to name a few. They’re known for their clean and minimal design work, making them a contender for high-end brands that want to get out of their own way.

They’re growth-minded and medium-sized, lending their skills to brands like Tuft & Paw, Turbie Twist, Bella Notte, and KinkyCurlyYaki to name just a few. So yeah, it’s probably a good idea to run your project by them and see if they’d be a good fit.

They’re known for their clean and minimal design work, making them a contender for high-performance Shopify Plus storefronts that want to elevate their customer experience.

06. Corra

Another New York-based Shopify Plus development agency, Corra originally hails from the Magento world but have transitioned over to the Shopify space in recent years. This makes them a great choice if you’re currently on Magento and want to make sure your features and expectations translate over when re-platforming to Shopify. If you’ve got a big budget make sure they’re on your shortlist.

  • Headquarters: New York, NY

  • Size: Large

  • Top Industries Served: Fashion, Lifestyle, Food & Beverage

  • Notable Brands: All-Clad, Assa Abloy, Elemis, MVMT, Ann Klein

  • Website: Corra.com

07. We Make Websites

This list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning We Make Websites. Don’t let their simple moniker fool you, they’ve designed and developed some of the top Shopify Plus websites over the years with no signs of slowing down.

Their home base is in London, but they’ve expanded to a satellite hub in New York as well. For a decade now they’ve built a reputation as a Shopify leader based on values and a low-stress approach–which is something we share. Their services include design/ux, development, replatforming, SEO, store migration, international expansion, and more.

You might notice some familiar brands when scouring their portfolio; they even built David Beckham’s eyewear site.

  • Headquarters: London & New York

  • Size: Medium-Large

  • Market-Fit: Startups, Mid-Level, and Enterprise

  • Top Industries Served: Fashion, Lifestyle, Luxury

  • Notable Brands: Pangaia, Dockers, Alessi, Jigsaw, Hasbro

  • Website: WeMakeWebsites.com

08. Avex

If you haven’t noticed, this list is pretty heavy with New York-based agencies; it’s not intentional, but we’re thinking it’s in the water. After all, if that’s the secret to New York pizza dough, that could be it. Newer to the space than many, they were founded in 2015, and as noted on their site, 70% of their team is female, if that floats your boat.

They have a sleek, design-forward style, which we appreciate, but they’re heavy-hitters when it comes to the technology behind the scenes as well. If you are looking for a scalable Shopify or headless solution, they’d be one of the shops to get your scope in front of.

  • Headquarters: New York, NY

  • Size: Medium-Large

  • Top Industries Served: Fashion, Lifestyle, Luxury

  • Notable Brands: Boss, Kith, Balance, Simmons Bedding, Haus.

  • Website: AvexDesigns.com

09. Ambaum

Seattle Washington’s Ambaum makes our list for a few reasons. First, they are very development-forward, while others may be more design-focused.

If you’re project is highly technical or you have a heavy development-only project, they’d be the first place we’d refer you to. Second, we met the founder at a Shopify event in Los Angeles several years ago and he seemed like a trustworthy individual running a solid firm.

They work on Shopify and Shopify Plus but they also work with WordPress/Woocommerce if that’s your cup of tea. They’ve supported some notable brands over the years, including Bulletproof, Ram Mounts, and Hammerhead.

  • Headquarters: Seattle, WA

  • Size: Small

  • Top Industries Served: Technology, Fashion, Wellness

  • Notable Brands: Bulletproof, Ram Mounts, Hammerhead, Fantastapack

  • Website: Ambaum.com

10. Metacake

Metacake’s been around for longer than most, so we feel comfortable recommending them as a good option if you have a mid-range budget. They partner with Bold, Conversio, Klaviyo, Optimizely, and Yotpo to round out their services with apps you know and need to help grow your brand.

Based in Nashville, TN, their award-winning team has had the opportunity to work with some cool brands like Gibson Guitars (yeah, we’re a little jealous), Lenox, and Graceland.

  • Headquarters: Nashville, TN

  • Size: Small

  • Top Industries Served: Technology, Fashion, Wellness

  • Notable Brands: Gibson, Stasher, Lenox, Dr. Axe, Groove Life

  • Website: MetaCake.com

How to Select the Best Shopify Plus Partner Agency

Now that we’ve covered some of the best Shopify Plus Design Agencies, let’s dig into a few things you should pay attention to when evaluating the different firms:

  • Do they require you to be on Shopify Plus, or are they able to start with a standard new Shopify online store as well?

  • If you need any complex integrations, do they do them in-house, or use third-party partners?

  • How complex have their Shopify Plus development services projects been in the past?

  • What is their process? Do they provide clear experience design and customer experience roadmaps?

  • What kind of results do their sites get? Do they have analytics or case studies that prove conversion rate improvements?

  • Are they more of a design or a development services shop? Do they have the proper balance of both?

  • Is all of their work done in-house by employees? Or do they outsource to contractors or overseas workers?

  • What is their ongoing post-launch support like once an initial project is launched? Do they lock you into anything?

  • What is their project discovery phase like?

  • Will you have a dedicated project manager?

  • How many team members will you be working with? Will you work with any of them directly?

  • How long have the team members you will be working with been with the company? Will you be working with experienced Shopify experts?

  • What is the timeline? (If it’s too good to be true, odds are it is).

  • Is the budget a flat fee or just an estimate with a sliding scale?

That’s about it! We hope we’ve been able to offer some good options on your search. Best of luck on your project, and if you’d like to run it by us, we’d love to throw our hat in the ring.

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