Droomwork compared to Upwork
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Instead of reviewing countless proposals, Droomwork matches you with contractors who have already completed hard skills, soft skills and role-specific assessments. You pay a transparent 5% client fee with no hidden charges.
See how Droomwork Contract Hire stacks up against Upwork.
| Features | Droomwork Scout | Upwork |
|---|---|---|
| MATCHING & VETTING | ||
| Algorithm-matched contractor | ||
| Hard skills vetted before you see them | ||
| Soft skills vetted before you see them | ||
| Role-specific CBT assessment | ||
| Soft skills interview video accessible | ||
| Identity verification | ||
| LEGAL & COMPLIANCE | ||
| NDA signed before brief is shared | ||
| SLA signed before brief is shared | ||
| Tax remitted automatically | ||
| Misclassification protection | ||
| PAYMENTS | ||
| Milestone-based payments | ||
| Funds in escrow from day one | ||
| Pay only when work is delivered | ||
| Auto-generated invoices | ||
| Pay in any currency, zero FX losses | ||
| FEES | ||
| Client fee | 5% of project cost | 5% + $0.99–$14.99 contract initiation fee |
| Freelancer fee | 8% platform fee | 0–15% variable |
| Hidden/extra fees | contract initiation fee per contract | |
| SUPPORT | ||
| Real human support | ||
| Dispute resolution system | ||
| GENERAL | ||
| Built for Nigerian/African market | ||
| Global talent pool (18M+ freelancers) | ||
| Time tracking for hourly contracts | ||
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5% Client Fee
Milestone-based Escrows
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