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Freelancer, agency or designfit?
An honest look at where each option fits, so you choose the right partner.
Freelancer | Traditional agency | designfit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical price | $500 to $5K | $20K to $100K+ | $1K to $10K, or from $3K a month |
| Time to launch | Varies | 3 to 6 months | 1 to 8 weeks |
| Brand, web, ads and email | Usually one skill | ||
| Search and AI visibility data | Sometimes, extra cost | Built in with SearchFIT | |
| Testing and iteration | On large retainers | ||
| Fixed, transparent pricing | Sometimes | Rarely | |
| Contract | Per project | 6 to 12 month lock-in | Pause or cancel monthly |
| Backup if someone is away |
When each one fits.
Choose a freelancer if
You need one small, defined task.
A single logo tweak or a one-off banner on a tight budget.
Choose an agency if
You need a national campaign.
TV, media buying and a large team on a six-figure budget.
Choose designfit if
You want premium design that performs.
Agency quality, freelancer speed, with data that proves it works.