Freelance marketplaces let you post a job and get proposals within hours. That's ideal for a logo, a landing page or a short project. It gets harder when you need the same person every day, in your hours, for months. Here's how the two compare.
At a glance
| Freelance platforms | Countbird | |
|---|---|---|
| Who finds the person | You post a job and review proposals yourself | We source, screen and test, then show you 2 to 3 people |
| Vetting | Ratings and reviews from past clients | A task built around your work plus an in-depth interview |
| Commitment | Usually per project or per hour, often shared with other clients | Full-time, five days a week, only for you |
| Working hours | Whenever the freelancer chooses | Your business hours |
| If it doesn't work out | You start the search again | We replace them at no extra cost |
| Payments and paperwork | Through the platform, plus platform fees | One flat monthly fee covering pay, compliance and support |
| Best for | Short, well-defined projects | Ongoing roles you'd otherwise hire for |
Which to choose
Freelance platforms is better when
- The work is a one-off with a clear end
- You need a niche skill for a few hours
- You're happy to manage several freelancers yourself
Countbird fits when
- The role is ongoing and full-time
- You want someone in your meetings and your tools every day
- You'd rather not screen dozens of proposals
Questions
Can I use both?+
Yes. A common setup is freelancers for one-off projects and Countbird for the roles you need every day.
Is a Countbird hire a freelancer?+
No. They work full-time for you, in your hours, and we handle their pay and paperwork.