Choosing the right dev partner is tough. Here’s how our embedded model compares to direct hiring, outsourcing firms, and freelancer platforms.
We sit in the sweet spot between slow hiring, risky freelancers, and rigid outsourcing models.
Yes
Usually not
Hit-or-miss
Yes
Fully embedded
Separate systems
Not guaranteed
Yes
Yes
Weeks+
Often fast
Weeks+
High
Varies
Depends on freelancer
Medium
Always
Varies
DIY search
Yes
High
Medium
High
Low
Lean & fair
Overhead-heavy
Budget-friendly
High salary + overhead
We work best with startups led by passionate founders, sharp CTOs, and product leaders who care about what gets built.
Supportful's engineers are product-aware and blend into your team.
