Swiss Tomato

What Swiss Tomato does

Swiss Tomato is a family-owned digital boutique agency headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with secondary offices in Zurich and Budapest. Founded in 2014 by brothers Daniel and Norbert Racsko, the company delivers custom mobile application development (native iOS/Android using Swift/Kotlin, plus cross-platform Flutter and React Native), web development on WordPress and Drupal CMS platforms (the latter via a partnership with Drupal specialist Brainsum), e-commerce solutions, and a dedicated AR/VR practice branded Virtual Tomato, which uses Unity, ARKit, ARCore, Meta Quest, and HTC Vive to deliver immersive experiences. A proprietary five-step Swiss Discovery & Planning methodology (objectives, concept, technical proposal, Figma prototyping, final proposal) anchors every engagement and is supported by MoSCoW prioritization.

The company serves four primary customer segments: start-ups (via MVP and Discovery packages), Swiss SMEs, large enterprises, and NGOs/non-profit organizations (with special NGO pricing), plus international organizations such as the UN and WTO. Notable client logos include Novartis, HP, Porsche, Mazda, Ulysse Nardin, Frédérique Constant, Watches & Wonders, Groupe Mutuel, CHUV, Canton de Genève, Suisse Tourisme, Rivella, and 1875 Finance, alongside 20+ NGO engagements.

Swiss Tomato operates a direct-sales GTM with Switzerland-based account managers and a hybrid delivery model combining Geneva/Zurich client-facing teams with Budapest-based developers for cost-effective execution. Revenue is generated on a project-based, quote-per-hour basis (website builds range 150-800 hours, mobile apps 200-1,500 hours depending on complexity), with annual maintenance contracts at 12-15% of project value providing recurring revenue. The firm is recognized as an Apple Developer in the top 0.2% globally and has won multiple Best of Swiss Apps and Best of Swiss Web awards since 2015. It is privately held by the founding family with no external investors or funding rounds disclosed.

Name

Swiss Tomato

Legal name

Swiss Tomato

Website

https://swisstomato.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Swiss Tomato is a family-owned Swiss digital boutique agency (Geneva, Zurich, Budapest) founded in 2014, delivering custom mobile apps, web development (WordPress/Drupal), and AR/VR experiences for start-ups, SMEs, enterprises, NGOs, and international organizations via a hybrid Swiss-Hungarian delivery model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Geneva

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Project-Based Development Services: Swiss Tomato generates revenue through fixed-price project contracts and time-and-materials engagements. Development hours are quoted per project based on complexity. Discovery phase (Swiss Discovery Process) is quoted separately (130-200 hours for medium complexity). Website development ranges from 150 hours (low complexity) to 600-800 hours (high complexity). App development ranges from 250 to 1,500 hours depending on complexity.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Swiss Tomato is a family-owned digital agency that designs and develops custom mobile applications (native iOS/Android and cross-platform), websites (WordPress and Drupal CMS), and augmented/virtual reality experiences through its Virtual Tomato division. The agency bundles projects with a proprietary Swiss Discovery & Planning Process that spans concept validation, prototyping in Figma, agile development sprints, and post-launch maintenance. Clients are charged on a project-hour basis with annual maintenance at 12–15% of development cost and special NGO rates.

Product overview

Swiss Tomato is a family-owned web and app development agency headquartered in Geneva and Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2014. The company operates as a single unified service offering rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. Their core portfolio spans four main service lines: Mobile App Development (iOS/Android native using Swift/Kotlin or cross-platform using Flutter), Website Development (WordPress and Drupal CMS platforms), E-commerce Solutions, and AR/VR Development through their Virtual Tomato division. Additional offerings include the Swiss Discovery & Planning Process for project planning, Prototype Development, MVP Development, Branding & Design Packages, and Consultancy Services. They serve diverse client segments including startups, SMEs, NGOs, large enterprises, and international organizations, combining Swiss-based account management with development teams in Budapest for cost-effective delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Virtual Tomato: A dedicated department within Swiss Tomato specializing in Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR & VR) app development for high-profile events, luxury watchmakers, healthcare, and real estate.

Products and services

• iOS App Development Native mobile application development for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch using Swift technology, alongside the option of cross-platform development with Flutter. The service is targeted at Swiss enterprises, SMEs, start-ups, NGOs, and international organizations requiring custom iOS apps with native performance and tight integration with Apple platform capabilities.
• Android App Development Native mobile application development for Android smartphones and tablets using Kotlin, with optional cross-platform delivery via Flutter. The service is targeted at enterprise and SME clients needing native Android apps or unified cross-platform mobile experiences.
• Web App Development Custom web-based application development with app-like navigation running through browsers, offering advanced feature integration and SEO optimization. Built on React, VueJS, NodeJS, and PHP/Laravel, these web apps are targeted at enterprises and SMEs requiring interactive, performant online tools.
• WordPress Website Development Custom website development using WordPress, the world's most widely used CMS, suitable for medium complexity websites supporting up to 5 languages and 100 pages. The service is targeted at Swiss SMEs, start-ups, and NGOs seeking cost-effective, professionally designed, multilingual websites.
• Drupal Website Development Enterprise-grade website development using Drupal CMS in partnership with Brainsum (a Top 3% Drupal Certified Partner). Ideal for multi-country, multilingual websites with complex user roles and workflows. Targeted at large enterprises, international organizations, and Swiss SMEs requiring scalable, flexible, future-proof Drupal platforms.
• E-commerce Solutions Online store development and e-commerce platform implementation for high-performance online retail experiences. Targeted at SMEs, luxury brands, and F&B / AOP producers (e.g., Etivaz AOP cheese) requiring tailored e-commerce sites with SEO optimization.
• Virtual Tomato AR/VR Development Specialized augmented and virtual reality department creating immersive experiences for luxury watchmakers (Ulysse Nardin, Frédérique Constant, Watches & Wonders), healthcare (Novartis, CHUV), government (SIG Jet d'eau), real estate, and high-profile events. Built using Unity, ARKit, ARCore for AR, and Meta Quest, HTC Vive Pro, HTC Vive Cosmos, and Varjo for VR, including marker-based AR, markerless AR, social media AR filters, and WebAR. Targeted at enterprise clients and organizations requiring sophisticated immersive experiences.
• Swiss Discovery & Planning Process Rigorous 5-step planning methodology spanning 2–4 months and 130–200 hours of work for medium-complexity projects. Includes objectives definition, concept proposal, technical proposal, Figma-based prototype design (10–15 high-fidelity screens), MoSCoW feature prioritization, optional user testing, and market studies. Provides final technical specifications. Targeted at clients needing structured, advisor-led concept validation before committing to full development.
• NGO Web & App Development Services Specialized digital development services for non-governmental organizations and non-profits, including flexible, cost-effective solutions with special NGO pricing. Used for non-profit website development, NGO web and mobile apps, international organization digital platforms, and accessibility-focused solutions. Served 20+ NGO clients including UN agencies, WTO, FDI World Dental Federation, and ICoCA.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% client satisfaction: 4.8/5 Google rating, 'Tout ou Rien' approach
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers35 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• BrainsumcoreTechnology or IntegrationSwiss Tomato has partnered with Brainsum, a leading Drupal specialist and certified Drupal partner recognized by the International Drupal Association (Top 3% of Drupal agencies globally). Together they deliver end-to-end Drupal website projects in Switzerland, combining Swiss Tomato's project management and UX/UI design strengths with Brainsum's deep Drupal development expertise. The partnership enables delivery of robust, scalable, and future-proof enterprise Drupal websites for Swiss companies and international organizations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ergon Informatik AG: Swiss software and digital agency based in Zurich building custom web platforms and mobile apps for enterprise clients. Comparable boutique profile serving Swiss banks, insurers, and public-sector clients with bespoke digital engineering.
• Unit8 SA: Swiss-headquartered digital and data engineering consultancy delivering custom software solutions. Comparable boutique scale with similar enterprise client focus and custom-engineering orientation.
• Netlight Consulting AG: European digital consultancy with Swiss presence offering custom software, design, and digital transformation. Comparable boutique culture serving premium clients across similar verticals.
• Liip AG: Swiss digital agency specializing in web and app development, design, and digital strategy. Closest comparable in size, geography, and service mix — both serve Swiss SMEs, enterprises, and NGOs with custom digital products.

Broad incumbents

• Dept Agency: Large European digital agency operating across web, app, and creative technology with enterprise clients. Adjacent in service mix but at significantly larger scale and broader geographic footprint.
• ELCA Informatique SA: One of Switzerland's largest independent IT services firms with broad digital, cloud, and software development capabilities. Larger incumbent offering overlapping mobile/web services to enterprise and government.
• AKQA: Global digital agency with design, mobile, and immersive (AR/VR) capabilities serving premium brands. Comparable in award-winning AR/VR work for luxury clients but at vastly larger scale.
• Unic AG: Swiss digital agency and Microsoft-focused consultancy delivering web, app, and enterprise platform projects. Comparable in target market (Swiss enterprises) but operates at a broader technology-services scale.

Emerging players

• Imaginary Cloud: European digital product agency delivering web and mobile apps with nearshore delivery (Portugal/UK). Comparable hybrid delivery model combining Western client management with offshore engineering.

Others

• Swiss Tomato competitors: Yokoy: Swiss-founded tech company that evolved from agency roots; included as an ecosystem reference showing where a Swiss digital firm can scale when it pivots to product.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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