Us vs hiring a freelancer
Lots of freelancers do great work. The tricky part is usually after launch, when you need a small change and they're busy with a new project. Here's how we're different.
A team that uses AIFusion TactixA team that uses AI, there before and after launch.
One person, one projectA freelancerA person you hire to build a site.
At a glance
The five things owners ask us about most, side by side.
Getting your first site
- Yes:Fusion Tactix
- We build your first version for you.
- Yes:A freelancer
- They build it, on a timeline you agree on.
Who makes changes
- Yes:Fusion Tactix
- Send a message any time. We make it, or you make it with our AI.
- Partly:A freelancer
- They do, when they have time, or for an extra fee.
Real people included
- Yes:Fusion Tactix
- A US team plus AI, so you're never waiting on one person.
- Partly:A freelancer
- One person, with their own schedule.
Guard rails
- Yes:Fusion Tactix
- Rules keep the site from breaking, and you can undo any change.
- Partly:A freelancer
- Depends on the person and the tools they use.
Hosting and SEO
- Yes:Fusion Tactix
- Hosting, security, backups and SEO basics, done for you.
- Partly:A freelancer
- Sometimes included, sometimes left to you.
Other builders give you an AI. We give you a team that uses AI.
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Side by side, in detail
| Topic | Fusion Tactix | A freelancer |
|---|---|---|
| Who builds the site | Our team, using a site you love as the starting point. | The freelancer you hire. |
| Changes after launch | Ask in your chat any time and we make the change. Or make it yourself with our AI, on the self-serve plan. | Depends on their schedule and what you agreed to. |
| If they're busy or away | Our team and AI share your chat, so you're not waiting on one person's schedule. | You wait, or find someone new. |
| Hosting, security and updates | Included and handled by us. | Sometimes included, sometimes up to you. |
| Price | One monthly price. Hosting, changes and support included. See pricing | Varies a lot from person to person. |
TODO: check every fact about the other option against its source, then add a checked-on date.
What A freelancer does well
- One-of-a-kind custom designs
- A personal relationship with one person
- Big custom projects with a clear end date
If you need a one-of-a-kind custom build and have a freelancer you trust, that can be a great choice.
We might be a good fit if...
- You've been stuck waiting on a freelancer for a simple change.
- You want one place to ask for everything.
- You want your site looked after long after launch day.