Best Startup
This article showcases our top picks for the best Illinois based Apps companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Apps industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
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Top Illinois Apps Startups
Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.
Sprout Social
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Sprout Social provides a platform for businesses to manage social media engagement, publishing and analytics.
Chowbus
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Chowbus is a delivery platform that provides authentic Asian food sourced from local independent restaurants and stores.
Flexera
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Flexera Software helps application producers and enterprises increase application usage and the value they derive from their software.
ActiveCampaign
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ActiveCampaign specializes in email marketing, marketing automation, and sales automation.
Classkick
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Classkick pffers a real-time personalized feedback and help platform for teachers and students.
Shiftgig
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Shiftgig helps staffing firms empower their workforce to browse and claim work that fit their skills and schedules.
Current Mobile
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We enable millions of budget-conscious consumers to earn income from their daily habits.
NowSecure
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NowSecure provides automated mobile app security testing software that can be integrated into the development (CI/CD) process.
Klover
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Klover leverages important assets and data to level the financial playing field.
BigTime Software
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BigTime Software develops cloud-based time-tracking, billing, and project management software.
SuperBetter
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SuperBetter develops a game-based learning platform that empowers K-12 educators, students, and everyone’s social-emotional learning.
Level Ex
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Level Ex is a developer of professional medical video games designed for physicians to capture the challenges of practicing medicine.
Turn Technologies, Inc.
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The complete solution for contingent workforce management
FanFood
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FanFood is a mobile ordering and concession management platform for sports and live events.
Mobile Doorman
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Mobile Doorman is an apartment community apps, custom-branded to property’s needs.
FoodBoss
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FoodBoss is an all in one online food and alcohol delivery search engine that comprises data from food services companies.
Unifyed
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Unifyed is a cloud-based, next generation student information system provider serving over seven million students in seven countries.
Rentgrata
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Rentgrata is a messaging platform that connects prospective renters with current residents of apartment communities.
Charge Running
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Charge Running is a mobile fitness app that provides interactive, trainer-led running classes, and live leaderboards.
SpotHero
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Leading & only independent consumer marketplace for parking in North America.
Investor Cash Management
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Investor Cash Management provides custom CMA solutions to non-profits, asset and wealth managers.
UpNext
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UpNext The Game of Music Discovery that maximizes exposure for new & emerging artists.
OjaExpress
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OjaExpress is an ecommerce company that offers a digital marketplace for cultural groceries.
Zerv
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Zerv enables a smartphone to open any access controlled door without updating the existing hardware.
Mezu
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Mezu is the only mobile money app that puts privacy first, letting consumers give and get money without sharing any personal information.
BUNDLAR
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BUNDLAR is a Software as a Service, Augmented Reality Content Management System
DRYV
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DRYV is an on-demand dry-cleaning and laundry service available through a mobile application.
Acco Brands
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ACCO Brands manufactures and markets office and school products.
RIVS
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RIVS is web software facilitating voice and video interviews, job application management, and efficient hiring.
TruePublic
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TruePublic is a crowd-sourced platform that allows users to ask questions, share honest opinions, and learn about the world around them.
Inference Analytics, Inc.
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Deep tech company using leading edge AI based work on text and images to assist diagnosis in dentistry and medicine.
Resold
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Resold is a mobile app where you list an item for-sale and let a driver handle the delivery.
MyAgData
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MyAgData is a cloud-based application that automates the data collection and reporting process.
PeopleVine
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PeopleVine was built for private clubs and member-based business looking to provide premier and elevated experiences for their members.
Bopdrop
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Bopdrop is an application that makes it easy to share music.
Pi
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Pi is a platform for class communication: easy to setup, engage with your students in seconds from any device.
Real Time Risk Solutions
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Real Time Risk Solutions develops mobile risk management solutions.
Upshot
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The Only Mobile Reporting App That Allows You To *Create* New Reports On Your Mobile Device.
Kokomo 24/7
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Public Safety Cloud Platform with modules – AI-driven Incident Management, Emergency Operation Center, and Anonymous Reporting
FlowMSP
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FlowMSP is a pre-incident planning software platform for the fire service industry.
Luna Lights
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Luna Lights has developed an automated lighting system that utilizes behavioral analysis to help older adults stay safer at night.
ChoreRelief
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ChoreRelief helps homeowners and contractors connect on-demand and on-budget.
Rise Science
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RISE is the only app that unlocks the real-world benefits of better sleep.
uBack
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uBack offers a mobile application that is focused to connect supporters with nonprofit campaigns.
HabitNu
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Our HabitNu program provides support-based diabetes management.
Terranova
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Terranova is a personal assistant mobile and wearable technology application that connects people, places and events.
Hooks
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Hooks is an iOS app that enables its users to stay updated with alerts on various topics they are interested in.
FeeBelly
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FeeBelly:FinTech App helping consumers See & Avoid costly hidden fees & terms in any Doc or Agreement before eSign or Pay at point of sale.
Dumbstruck
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Dumbstruck develops a mobile application that captures video reactions to messages sent via mobile phones.
Medean
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Medean is an all-in-one budgeting app that uses gamification and peer comparisons to improve financial wellness
Resultly
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Resultly a website and mobile app, allowing its users to follow virtually any interest they have from across the internet.
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A cloud-based, collaboration SaaS company, providing secure environments for organizations to easily use photos and videos in business.
PinpointCare
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We are looking to add to our team of designers, developers, clinical experts, strategists, and entrepreneurs.
Rivet
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Rivet is an internet radio news application that provides local, national, and international news.
Ditto
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$1-A-Ditto across Brokerages & Exchanges Globally -A StatsBased IncomeDriven Platform Powering Decentralized PonziProof Investing
Manifest Digital
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Manifest Digital provides designing, rapid application development, online marketing strategy and hosted management services.
TIP Solutions
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TIP Solutions specializes in developing applications and technology for the smart phone industry.
iManage
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iManage provides work product management solutions.
Appnoxious
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Appnoxious is a development house focused on mobile applications and games.
Cardinal
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Cardinal is an app for rideshare and taxi drivers that enables users to locate their next fare.
QURIUM Solutions
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QURIUM Solutions develops mobile applications for the data model visualization of sales force data.
Options Open
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Video based hiring and recruiting application
Kinetic Global
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Kinetic Global is the most advanced panic button technology available today.
Yolobe
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Yolobe is LinkedIn for teenagers, young adults and working age persons with disabilities
SceneTap
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SceneTap is a mobile app enabling its users to find real-time information on any city’s popular places.
Xchime
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Xchime is an app-controlled HD video doorbell for homes and offices.
Jackbox Games
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Jackbox Games is a multi-platform game publishing company that develops a portfolio of games for various platforms.
Revenue Well Systems
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Automated practice marketing and patient communication suite.
For True Foodies Only
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True Foodies is the culinary world in your pocket.
MentorMob
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MentorMobis is an online learning platform that allows users to organize websites, videos, blogs, and more into learning playlists.
Grablr
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Delivery of food, beverage, and merchandise to your seat at stadiums.
Uncorkd
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Uncorkd is a smartphone application that enables restaurants to display their wine and beverage menus.
Seven Islands Holding Company Inc.
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Seven Islands Holding Company Inc. is a Chicago-based company that is involved in entertainment and technology development.
ScoreMedia
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ScoreMedia is a platform that measures and scores the things you have done in your life.
Rise Buildings
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Rise Buildings is a property Management and Tenant Engagement Platform.
SocialKaty
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SocialKaty is a social media marketing agency developing strategy and daily execution of social media marketing for brands.
Curable
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Curable app delivers guided training to control chronic pain, such as back pain and migraines.
Nekst
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Nekst is a real estate web application seeks to improve the efficiency of the home buying and selling experience.
soundBYTE App
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soundBYTE is a social application that allows its users to record audio, called BYTES, and share them on a limitless platform.
Capital Construction Solutions
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Capital Construction Solutions developed a real-time mobile platform to manage risk in any industry.
Transistor.fm
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Podcast hosting and analytics for creatives, brands, and professionals.
Qikpix
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Qikpix, a mobile application, enables its users to book professional photographers for personal reasons.
LocusView Solutions
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LocusView Solutions provides a mobile application platform to the natural gas industry.
Squirrels LLC
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Squirrels is a privately-held software development company based in North Canton, Ohio.
Laudville
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Laudville observes users’ activities on social and entertainment sites to recommend movies, music and books.
Codal
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Codal is a full-stack UX design and application development agency with a focus on emerging technologies and Agile development.
OpenHanger
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OpenHanger is an online aggregate of clothing and accessories from a variety of retail stores.
TestCred
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TestCred is a mobile application that provides innovative ways for students to prepare for standardized tests and classroom curriculum.
Nomful
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Nomful connects health-conscious individuals to a network of nutrition coaches.
Genuity
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Genuity is building the first members-only network for IT that enables companies to manage and leverage spend like an enterprise company.
Sapphire Apps
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Sapphire Apps drives innovative digital marketing by enhancing how users interact with the influencers and brands that inspire them
Incredible Technologies
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Incredible Technologies is an emerging Class-III games app manufacturer focused on delivering compelling video slo
ScoreMore
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ScoreMore is a mobile technology that enables users to increase their fan engagement and drives team revenues at large venues.
Verie
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Verie is an identity and location verification technology solution.
M2M In Motion
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M2M In Motion is a Computer Software Industry.
GiftPrompt, Inc.
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GiftPrompt is a tech company with a vision to automate and personalize eCommerce via mobile app.
FastModel Sports
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We create software, mobile apps & educational content for #NBA #NCAA and amateur coaches and players. #NBAXsOs #NCAAXsOs #FastDrawTop100
