Baymard-certified UX/UI design and implementation agency. BigCommerce Elite Partner specializing in creating unmatched eCommerce user experiences.
Arctic Leaf is a full-service digital agency that redefines e-commerce through innovation, strategy, and expert execution. They craft award-winning UX/UI design, custom development, and data-driven marketing solutions, creating tailored e-commerce and marketing strategies to elevate brands. With expertise in UX design, CRO, app development, and content marketing, they build high-converting online stores, execute data-backed campaigns, and create seamless digital experiences.
Our take on Arctic Leaf
Arctic Leaf is a BigCommerce Elite Partner that has built its reputation on delivering exceptional user experiences. Their Baymard Institute certification — a rigorous UX research-based credential — sets them apart as a design-led agency with a scientific approach to eCommerce usability.
Based in Santa Barbara, California, Arctic Leaf specializes in UX/UI design and custom BigCommerce theme development. They have been recognized as a finalist for BigCommerce's partner awards, including in the User Experience & Design category, which validates their design excellence within the ecosystem.
The agency maintains strong partnerships with complementary technology providers including Klaviyo, Bloomreach, ShipStation, and Ecocart, enabling them to build comprehensive eCommerce solutions that extend beyond the storefront. Their ability to seamlessly integrate these tools into BigCommerce implementations adds significant value for merchants.
Arctic Leaf also works with Shopify Plus, giving them cross-platform perspective that benefits clients evaluating or working across multiple eCommerce platforms. Their focus on data-driven design decisions ensures that aesthetic choices are backed by conversion optimization principles.
For brands that prioritize user experience and design quality in their BigCommerce implementation, Arctic Leaf offers a specialized and credentialed approach that consistently delivers polished, high-converting storefronts.
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Top Rated
This agency has an exceptional AgencyCluster score of 80+.
15+ Years
Established in 2010. Over 15 years of experience.
Small Team
Small (11-50)
Rankings earned on AgencyCluster
Common questions about Arctic Leaf.
Arctic Leaf has earned rankings on 1 AgencyCluster list: Top 50 Shopify Development. Their highest AgencyCluster Score is 83/100. Rankings are merit-based and determined by evidence across six evaluation pillars — agencies cannot pay for higher positions.
In our evaluation for BigCommerce Development, Arctic Leaf scores 83/100 overall. Their strongest areas are Category Fit, Credibility, Proof of Work & Outcomes, Reputation, Delivery Maturity, Freshness. A high Outcomes score means they have verifiable case studies with measurable results — the most heavily weighted factor in our methodology.
Arctic Leaf was founded in 2010, giving them over a decade of experience in shopify development. In an industry where many agencies are less than 5 years old, 16+ years of sustained operations signals stability, client retention, and the ability to adapt through multiple technology cycles. Today, the team is small team.
A custom Shopify theme costs $15K–$60K. Shopify Plus builds with custom checkout and integrations range from $50K–$200K. App development and custom integrations run $10K–$80K. These are industry benchmarks for shopify development agencies at the level AgencyCluster curates. Actual pricing for Arctic Leaf will depend on project scope, timeline, and complexity — contact the agency directly for a custom quote.
Yes. Arctic Leaf has been vetted and verified by AgencyCluster's editorial team through a rigorous, multi-factor review process. Unlike self-serve directories, AgencyCluster does not accept automated submissions — every agency is evaluated manually before being published. Our vetting covers identity verification (website, LinkedIn, domain age), business legitimacy (years of operation, team size, registered presence), evidence of work (case studies, portfolio, client outcomes), reputation checks across third-party platforms, activeness and freshness of their online presence, and screening for red flags including misconduct, fraud, or misleading claims. Agencies that fail any critical check are not listed. For Arctic Leaf, verified signals include a functioning website, LinkedIn company profile, 16+ years of operating history (founded 2010), 1 earned ranking on curated top lists.
