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Honest Comparison

Venture Studio vs MVP Agency: What's the Difference?

Free development for equity, or pay for full ownership? Here's the trade-off.

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Webscension Wins
2
Venture Studio Wins

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Feature
Webscension
Venture Studio
Cost
$2,997
"Free" (10-50% equity)
Equity Given Up
0%
10-50% typical
Control
100% yours
Shared with studio
Decision Making
You decide everything
Studio has input/veto
Timeline
2 weeks
Varies by studio priorities
Resources
Development + guidance
Full team + funding + network
Network Access
Founder community
Investor/partner networks
Future Fundraising
Clean cap table
Complicated cap table
Exit Flexibility
Any path you choose
Studio's interests considered

Why Choose Webscension

  • Keep 100% of your equity
  • Full control over your company
  • Clean cap table for investors
  • Launch in 2 weeks, guaranteed
  • No ongoing obligations
  • Exit on your terms

Why Choose Venture Studio

  • No upfront cash required
  • Access to experienced operators
  • Built-in investor network
  • Additional resources (legal, marketing)
  • Validation through studio selection

Which One Is Right for You?

Choose Webscension if:

Founders who want to keep their equity, have some capital to invest, and want full control over their company.

Choose Venture Studio if:

First-time founders who need significant guidance, those with no capital, or founders who value the studio's network highly.

Our Verdict

Venture studios can be great if you're accepted and the terms are fair. But giving up 10-50% equity for MVP development is expensive in the long run—if your startup reaches $10M valuation, that 'free' development cost you $1-5M. For $2,997, Webscension builds your MVP while you keep 100% ownership. Use the equity you save for employees, investors who add real value, or keep it for yourself.

Ready to Build Your MVP?

Get your MVP built in 2 weeks for $2,997. First paying customer within 90 days, or full refund.

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