Pricing packages vs. hourly rates - which is better for startups?

Picture this: you've got a killer startup idea, but to make it shine, you need jaw-dropping design. So, you turn to design agencies, only to find yourself trapped in a maze of hourly rates and murky billing practices. Before you know it, your budget is blown, and your vision is still stuck in the rough.

Some agencies went further and started offering design subscriptions. But I realized their drawbacks:

😕 Slow communication: Traditional agencies delay responses, stalling startups and project progress.
😕 Unclear hours: Hidden billing practices obscure allocated hours, resulting in surprise costs.
😕 Lack of dedication: Some agencies treat startup projects as routine tasks, lacking personal commitment.
😕 Inflexible on-demand: Subscription models overlook startups' dynamic needs, hindering quick adjustments.

That why in my agencies I decided to go with design packages, which are transparent, you can bid adieu to the days of mystery invoices and budgeting woes. Simply choose the package that fits like a glove, handpick your dream designer, and voila! Your project is off to the races in no time.

Adjust your team on the fly, hit pause when life gets hectic, and pay only when you're thrilled with the results.

For now there are three packages:

🏃 Design Sprint: perfect for POC designs and rapid branding.
🙌 On-demand: idea for Seed to Series A startups needing continuous design support.
🔑 Exclusive: tailored to your business with domain-specific professionals and growth-focused designs.

Check them here: https://merge.rocks/pricing