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A good freelancer can build a great site. An agency costs more and gives you a team. Which one you need depends on risk, scope and what happens after launch.
| Criterion | Freelancer | Agency |
|---|---|---|
| Typical cost | Lower day rate | Higher, with project management included |
| Capacity | One person, one project at a time | A team that can absorb holidays and sick days |
| Skills | Strong in one or two areas | Design, development, content and QA |
| Continuity | Stops if the person is unavailable | Backup person per role |
| Process | Informal | Written stages, sign-offs and QA |
| Ownership | Depends on the agreement | Should be in your accounts from day one |
A multi-page company site with custom design and a CMS your team can edit without us.
from$8,500
4-5 weeks2 revision rounds per stage8 page templates included
A web app or SaaS MVP, researched, designed and built by one team, from first screen to launch.
from$25,000
12-16 weeks3 revision rounds per stage15 screens included
Per hour, usually yes. Per project, the gap narrows once you count project management, QA and the time you spend coordinating separate freelancers.
Ask who will do the work, who owns the accounts, how changes are priced and what happens if someone is unavailable. Ask for answers in writing.
Yes. We often work with a client's freelance copywriter or developer, with clear ownership of each part in the proposal.
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