100% Shopify focused agency since 2012 specializing in custom Shopify development and full-service commerce solutions.
Realm is a top-rated full-service Shopify agency providing ecommerce web design, custom themes, apps, SEO, and digital marketing. With expertise dating back to 2012, they have built successful stores for Fortune 500s, start-ups, and Shopify Plus, and have worked with over 250 brands, delivering top-notch service and dedication to their clients' success.
Our take on Realm
Realm operates as a Los Angeles-based Shopify agency with distinctive commitment to Shopify exclusivity—since 2012, they've focused exclusively on the Shopify platform, eschewing other ecommerce platforms to develop deep, specialized expertise. Founded in 2007 and becoming 100% Shopify-focused in 2012, Realm has accumulated substantial institutional knowledge of platform evolution and best practices. Their Shopify Select Partner status reflects ongoing partnership and proven technical proficiency recognized by Shopify.
The agency's specialization in Shopify sets them apart from multi-platform agencies, enabling them to develop deep architectural knowledge and understand subtle platform capabilities that broader agencies might overlook. Realm's team comprises experts in Shopify design, development, integrations, and ongoing optimization. Their approach emphasizes custom solutions tailored to each client's unique requirements rather than template-based implementations. Their client base spans startups to established brands, demonstrating adaptability across different business scales and complexities.
What distinguishes Realm is their deliberate focus on Shopify exclusivity—having spent their entire history optimizing Shopify implementations, they've accumulated knowledge and relationships specific to the platform ecosystem. Their Los Angeles location provides proximity to major brands and emerging companies, grounding their work in current market trends. For businesses seeking a Shopify partner with specialized platform expertise and commitment to delivering custom, well-optimized implementations, Realm offers focused capability backed by extensive platform experience.
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Top Rated
This agency has an exceptional AgencyCluster score of 80+.
15+ Years
Established in 2007. Over 15 years of experience.
Boutique
Boutique (2-10)
Rankings earned on AgencyCluster
Common questions about Realm.
Realm has earned rankings on 3 AgencyCluster lists: Top 50 Shopify Development, Top 10 Shopify Development in California, Top 25 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 Shopify Development, Realm 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.
Realm was founded in 2007, giving them over a decade of experience in shopify development. In an industry where many agencies are less than 5 years old, 19+ years of sustained operations signals stability, client retention, and the ability to adapt through multiple technology cycles. Today, the team is boutique.
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 Realm will depend on project scope, timeline, and complexity — contact the agency directly for a custom quote.
Yes. Realm 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 Realm, verified signals include a functioning website, LinkedIn company profile, 19+ years of operating history (founded 2007), 3 earned rankings on curated top lists.
