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Professional development teams that deliver better results than freelance marketplace platforms

Why Switch from Upwork?

Upwork connects businesses with freelancers through a bidding system, but this often leads to quality inconsistencies, communication challenges, and project management overhead. Codexty provides dedicated development teams with established processes, quality guarantees, and direct communication. While Upwork offers flexibility, we deliver reliability and efficiency for serious software development projects.

Common Pain Points with Upwork

Quality inconsistency across freelancers
Time-consuming bidding and vetting process
Poor communication and time zone issues
Limited accountability for project outcomes
Freelancer turnover during projects
Hidden costs and escrow complications

Why Choose Codexty Instead?

Quality Assurance

Every team member is vetted, with ongoing performance monitoring and quality standards.

Seamless Communication

Dedicated project managers and clear communication channels ensure smooth collaboration.

Team Continuity

Same team members throughout your project, ensuring knowledge retention and consistency.

Complete Solutions

Full development lifecycle support from planning to deployment and maintenance.

Detailed Comparison

AspectUpworkCodextyWinner
Talent SelectionClient reviews profiles and bidsVetted professionals with proven track records
Quality ControlClient responsibilityBuilt-in QA processes and standards
CommunicationMultiple freelancers, time zonesDedicated team, unified communication
Project ManagementClient manages multiple freelancersProfessional PM and coordination
Cost TransparencyHidden fees, escrow costsFixed pricing, no platform fees
Risk ManagementHigh risk of project failureGuaranteed delivery and quality

Pricing Comparison

ServiceUpworkCodexty
Developer Rates$25-100/hour + 20% platform feeFixed monthly team rates
Project ManagementAdditional freelancer hireIncluded in team rate
Quality AssuranceAdditional freelancer hireIncluded in team rate
Platform Fees20% of total project costNone

Which is Right for You?

Upwork is Ideal For:

  • Simple, well-defined tasks
  • Short-term freelance work
  • Budget-conscious projects
  • Companies with strong technical leadership

Codexty is Ideal For:

  • Complex software development
  • Long-term product development
  • Companies needing full-service solutions
  • Projects requiring team coordination

Client Types We Serve

Upwork Clients

  • Small businesses with limited budgets
  • Simple website or app development
  • One-off development tasks
  • Companies with internal technical expertise

Codexty Clients

  • Startups building MVPs
  • Companies scaling development teams
  • Enterprises needing dedicated resources
  • Businesses focused on product development

Smooth Migration Process

Switching from Upwork to Codexty is straightforward. Our team handles the transition seamlessly:

1
Comprehensive project assessment
2
Team assembly based on project requirements
3
Smooth transition with knowledge transfer
4
Established development processes and workflows
5
Regular progress updates and milestones

Honest Assessment

Upwork Strengths

  • Large pool of freelancers at various price points
  • Flexible engagement models
  • Global talent access
  • Built-in payment protection

Upwork Weaknesses

  • Quality varies widely
  • Time-consuming freelancer selection
  • Limited project management support
  • No team continuity
  • Platform fees and escrow costs
  • Communication barriers

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