Honest Comparison
Upwork vs Specialized MVP Agency
Upwork has talent. But is it the right way to build your MVP?
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Webscension Wins
0
Upwork Freelancers Wins
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Feature
Webscension
Upwork Freelancers
Hourly Rates
$2,997 fixed total
$30-150/hour
Total Project Cost
$2,997
$5,000-20,000+
Hiring Time
Start immediately
1-2 weeks to hire
Platform Fees
None
10-20% added
Vetting
Proven MVP process
You evaluate proposals
Scope Creep Protection
Fixed scope, fixed price
Hourly billing = risk
MVP Expertise
Specialized
Varies by freelancer
Revenue Guarantee
Yes
No
Why Choose Webscension
- Fixed price eliminates hourly billing risk
- No time spent hiring and vetting
- MVP-specialized expertise
- No platform fees
- Revenue guarantee
- 90 days support
Why Choose Upwork Freelancers
- Large talent pool
- Can find specific expertise
- Ongoing availability
- Flexible engagement
- Direct relationship
Which One Is Right for You?
Choose Webscension if:
Founders who want to focus on their business, not on hiring and managing developers.
Choose Upwork Freelancers if:
Companies with ongoing development needs, specific technical requirements, or those who enjoy building freelancer relationships.
Our Verdict
Upwork is a talent marketplace, not an MVP solution. You'll spend time writing job posts, evaluating proposals, interviewing, and managing. Good freelancers on Upwork often cost $80-150/hour—meaning your MVP costs $8,000-15,000+. Webscension offers a complete MVP solution for $2,997 with no hiring overhead.
Ready to Build Your MVP?
Get your MVP built in 2 weeks for $2,997. First paying customer within 90 days, or full refund.