Arcas Web Design is among the pioneers of the industry here in Edinburgh. For over 20 years, they’ve been helping clients elevate web design with creativity and dedication.

We think it’s cool that they offer clients free consultations. This takes the pressure off from clients who are still canvassing and meeting with various web designers.

According to their previous clients, they were shown excellent services. Apart from being attentive to client requests, they also provided the clients with helpful tips and tricks on maintaining their websites.

We especially love their easy-to-navigate website with consistently clear fonts and engaging widgets. We think they’d be a good choice for those who like bold but clean designs.

Their portfolio is quite extensive and covers many industries. We also appreciate their use of high-quality graphics that clearly showcase what they do.

They have competitive prices as well, considering their experience and the inclusions they offer.

The downside is that because of their relatively affordable fees, they’re incredibly in-demand. You may need to wait a couple of weeks or even a month just to secure a consultation slot.

In addition, they have a limited range of web design services which focus mostly on Joomla. Thus, businesses that use other platforms such as WordPress.org, Drupal, Sitecore, and Kentico would need to go elsewhere.

For business owners on a tight budget, we recommend giving their services a try.

Another top-rated web design service in Edinburgh is Dialogue Web Design. This is not surprising, seeing that they have 18 years of industry experience under their belt.

We admire how responsive and accommodating their web designer, Andrea Meneghini, is. Clients loved that he kept them in the loop at all times and how welcoming he was.

They also offer an impressive array of services next to web design, which include search engine optimization and content management systems set-up. 

This is quite helpful since you’ll be able to work with just one skilled and capable web designer, rather than working with different people from several agencies.

One unique service they offer clients is copyright ownership. We believe that business owners would highly appreciate owning the design of their own websites.

Small businesses need all the help they can get, so it’s great that this firm specialises in setting up websites for small businesses and self-employed people. 

On the other hand, since this is a small IT outfit with only one web designer, it is not equipped to help medium to large sized businesses. 

Also, Dialogue Web Design is highly in demand, so if you are looking for someone to finish a rush project, the chances of them accepting it is quite slim.

Moo Web Design is another solid web design service for those looking to create their own website or update their existing one.

Like some other web designers, they also offer no-obligation initial consultations which is good for those who are just dipping their toes in this service.

According to their previous clients, their web designer was also patient and accommodating. She responded quite quickly to queries and thoroughly explained specific aspects of her design.

From what we gather, their portfolio and design specialty is a reflection of their own website. It’s uncluttered with fresh, clean visuals.

We also appreciate their transparency, as they have their web design packages and prices readily-available on their site. This is super helpful to clients who are gauging whether they’d fit the budget or not.

They offer relatively affordable maintenance services, too. For as low as £10 per month, they’ll monitor your website’s health and regularly update WordPress software and plugins.

However, clients have commented that their services are pricier compared to other companies. Their premium business start-up package will already set you back a minimum of £995.

They also ask for a 50% deposit for your project, which is something that not all firms do. We can see how this might be inconvenient for those who’d rather pay in full for completed services.

We think that the whimsically named WellMadeWebsite is another good choice if you are in the market for a web design service in Edinburgh.

According to previous clients, the firm’s web designer, Tom, is very attentive and supportive. He offered ideas that were sensible and within budget, and he was very patient.

Clients have also noticed the quick turnaround time for their services. They were pleasantly surprised that the firm was mostly able to deliver high-quality websites before the set deadline.

We also love the fact that they seem to be experienced in creating websites for various industry sectors. They’ve created websites for hotels, e-commerce, health and beauty businesses, and even charities!

Their services are also quite affordable, which is great for those on a tight budget. Their web design prices start at £300 and already include web hosting, the domain name, email accounts, and even SSL.

On the other hand, due to their highly-competitive rates, they are almost always fully booked. To take advantage of their affordable packages, you would need to secure a booking months in advance.

We also found some of their web pages to be a bit cluttered, with repetitive information and minor yet distracting grammar issues. For a web designer, this really isn’t a good first impression to give your website lurkers.

Scotland Prestige Awards’s 2021/2022 Winner of the Web Design Service of the Year, Nate’s Creative Digital Solutions, is another good choice for a web designer.

From what we’ve heard, they’re quite efficient and professional. They attentively listen to their clients and deliver exactly what was asked of them.

We were also impressed by how quickly they responded after receiving a website upgrade request. Clients can expect an initial assessment and report in less than two days.

We like, too, how much clients pointed out several instances when they gave highly-effective suggestions and solutions. These enabled them to elevate their businesses’ online presence and increase sales.

It is important to note, however, that they have a limited specialty range that focuses only on basic web design services. Those looking for specialised services may need to find someone else.

We also found some URL links which were invalid in their business website. This is not a good look for a web design service, and we think they need better attention to detail.

Unlike other free consultations, theirs has a limit of just 15 minutes. Beyond that, clients already need to pay for the consultation.