UX agency Manchester

UX design that delivers measurable results.

What does a UX agency do?

A UX agency helps businesses create better digital products by improving how users interact with websites, apps, or platforms. This includes research, interface design and optimisation to boost conversions.

UX Strategy & Consulting

We don’t just design, we solve.

Launching something new or fixing what’s not working, our consultants combine behavioural insight with clear, strategic UX design to drive better performance. By understanding how users think, act, and decide, we create intuitive experiences that reduce friction, increase engagement, and guide users smoothly toward conversion.
Higher ground UX workshops

What happens in a UX workshop?

UX workshops align your business needs with real user behaviour. At Higher Ground, we run collaborative discovery sessions to uncover pain points, prioritise ideas, and map out the right UX approach in rapid 2hr sessions.

“It wasn’t just a workshop, it changed how we thought about our product.”
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Common UX challenges solved

We don’t just design—we optimise, test, and iterate based on what drives results.

Confusing user journeys
Struggling with poor mobile experiences, low conversion rates, clunky SaaS interfaces, or e-commerce drop-offs? We call these “UX pickles”—the frustrating issues that hold digital products back. We specialise in untangling them with smart, high-performing journeys.
UX Research & User Testing
We conduct targeted user research, heatmapping, journey reviews and usability testing to uncover what’s working (and what isn’t). This real-world insight forms the foundation for every design decision we make.
User journey analysis
We analyse your user journeys to understand how people actually navigate your site or product. By mapping every step, we pinpoint where users drop off, get stuck, or lose interest, so we can redesign the experience to boost engagement, increase retention, and drive more conversions.
UX / UI Design
From wireframes to polished interfaces, we craft seamless digital experiences that look beautiful and convert effortlessly. We design for scalability, accessibility, and speed, bringing your product to life with purpose.
Why UX Copywriting Matters
Copy isn’t just filler it guides decisions. We write persuasive, clear UX copy that supports action. Our team builds user flows and the narrative that powers them.
WHY UX design?

UX is about reducing friction, streamlining flows, and making every interaction count.

Designing new digital products that are tailored to the people using them. Our UX consultants work closely with your teams to uncover user needs, identify conversion blockers, and create digital experiences that perform.
We’ve helped product teams, marketers, and stakeholders unlock better performance through UX, from B2B portals and finance platforms to high-traffic e-commerce and education websites. Our consultants bring a CRO and SEO-aware mindset to UX.
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specialising in UX design

Strategic UX consulting backed by data problem solving

We've been designing amazing interfaces SaaS applications for many years. Based in Manchester's Northern Quarter, we specialise in UX and interface design, tailored to your unique project needs. Whether it’s for SaaS design or a website launch, we’re here to ensure a seamless user experience. Think of us as your personal problem-solvers, ready to tackle your most pressing challenges and deliver solutions that drive results.

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using ai with ux

Turn user data into rapid, actionable improvements.

At Higher Ground, we use AI to fast-track performance insights that empower your SaaS product team. Our machine learning models pinpoint friction points, usability issues, and conversion drop-offs, cutting out months of manual analysis.

We’ve helped design high-performing digital platforms for global brands like O2 and UK Charties, so we know what it takes to create user journeys that convert.

Every insight we deliver is grounded in behavioural science, CRO strategy, and real business outcomes, from streamlining flows to boosting lifetime value. By combining AI diagnostics with expert human input, we help you optimise faster, grow smarter, and ease the load on your internal teams.

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trusted by 40+ clients
Transform your website and marketing into conversion-driven journeys.

Why use a UX consultant?

UX design to produce rapid design versions

We've been designing amazing interfaces SaaS applications for many years for clients such as JCB, WrightBus and Couriers & Freight.
Based in Manchester's Northern Quarter, we specialise in UX strategy, principles, and interface design, tailored to your unique project needs.
Whether it’s for SaaS design or a website launch, we’re here to ensure a seamless user experience. Think of us as your personal problem-solvers, ready to tackle your most pressing challenges and deliver solutions that drive results.

Designing solutions faster than ever...

customer testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it

James Patton
fitness genes
We hired Higher Ground to design and develop several landing pages for FitnessGenes. Their expertise in crafting creative and engaging and landing pages was outstanding. Not only did they bring fresh ideas to the design team, but they also focused on user experience and data-driven optimisations, significantly boosting our conversion rates.
James Hockey
Trace Basement systems
Higher Ground are working with us to update our online presence and marketing strategy and it's become very apparent that the depth of knowledge on offer goes well beyond the technical aspects of web design and into user experience and marketing strategy. Highly recommended.
Simon Parkinson
Absolute taste
They provides a new way of website planning and strategy, but delivered it in a lean fashion. Rob was an excellent communicator and was able to explain to the traditional (non-digital) parts of the business why certain changes and design features were required to maximise the efficiency of the digital assets we were delivering.
Emma Cooney
Arvia technologies
Worked with Rob and the team for a number of years now, and they've always done work of the absolute highest quality. Top team, top work, trusted partners of ours.

User Experience consulting FAQ

UX consulting FAQs
What does a UX consultant do?

A User Experience (UX) consultant combines expertise in psychology, business, research, language, design, and technology to create digital experiences that are seamless, meaningful, and enjoyable for your customers.

By working closely with your team, a UX consultant designs websites and applications specifically tailored to the needs and behaviours of real people. Through in-depth research and analytics, they uncover what motivates your users and apply those insights to craft engaging, persuasive digital journeys.

The result? Innovative, responsive experiences that boost engagement, support business growth, and increase revenue by turning visitors into loyal customers.

What kind of companies do we work with?

At Higher Ground, we work with ambitious, growth-focused businesses—from scaling startups to established enterprises in tech, professional services, sustainability, wellness, and e-commerce.

We tailor our approach to suit each stage of growth—whether you need a full-service partner or specialist campaign support. We collaborate seamlessly with in-house teams, offering B2B and B2C expertise while keeping your brand consistent and strategic.

Our best partnerships are with clients who see marketing as a growth engine, value collaboration, and are committed to quality, clarity, and results. We work nationwide and can usually get started within two weeks, beginning with a no-obligation discovery call.

How is UX Design useful?

Good UX design benefits both businesses and their customers—and with AI, the possibilities are even greater.

For business owners, effective UX powered by AI can help users instantly recognise the value of your brand, build loyalty, and set you apart from competitors. Over time, it lowers costs, improves ROI, and boosts your online visibility for a lasting competitive edge.

For users, AI-driven UX design creates digital products and services that are not only easy and enjoyable to use, but also adapt to individual needs and behaviours. This means users can achieve their goals more effortlessly, making every online experience positive and rewarding.

Why do we use UX design?

We use UX design because satisfied users are the foundation of online success. When people can quickly and easily achieve their goals on your website or app, they have a positive experience—and that makes them more likely to buy from you, come back again, and recommend you to others.

By focusing on UX, we reduce frustration and create journeys that feel effortless. This not only increases customer satisfaction and loyalty but also boosts website traffic and conversion rates, driving real business growth.

How is UX Design useful?

UX can be valuable both for the business owner and for the product or service user.

For the business owner, having good UX design can help users see the value in a particular brand, be loyal to it and make it stand out. In the long-term, it can lower expenses, improve ROI and increase online visibility, gaining competitive advantage.

For the user, good UX design allows useful and usable interaction with particular products and services in an effortless, enjoyable and successful way. Users need to achieve certain goals to make their online experiences both positive and rewarding.

How much does UX consulting cost?

Your website, operations, and customer touchpoints should work smarter, not harder. When redesigned with UX and CRO in mind, they become powerful tools for driving growth.

UX makes it easy for users to navigate and act. CRO turns those actions into measurable results are more leads, more sales, more revenue.This isn’t just design it’s a strategic investment. The gains in efficiency, conversion, and customer satisfaction quickly outweigh the cost. A specialist UX agency helps you unlock that value and turn every digital interaction into a business advantage.