10 Best Fiverr Alternatives to Outsource Your Project

Fiverr has revolutionized the freelancing industry, but it’s not the only game in town. Many freelance websites offer the same services, so you may want to check out other options before committing yourself to one particular platform.

This list of the 10 best Fiverr alternatives will help you decide whether or not you should outsource your next project to these companies.

10 Best Fiverr Alternative

1. Upwork

One of Upwork’s biggest strengths is its huge amount of freelance talent, and there are several ways you can search for your perfect match. First, if you know what service you need, you can search on keywords. When I wanted a videographer for an upcoming project, I searched Upwork’s freelance database by category (video) and skill (editing). Then I scrolled through my search results until I found one that met my criteria: inexpensive but high ratings. After talking with three candidates who’d worked on similar projects, we agreed on a price ($150 for about an hour of work) and signed a contract so everyone was clear about expectations.

2. Freelancer

When you’re looking for a Fiverr alternative, you might be concerned with hiring freelancers. But have no fear—using freelance contractors can be just as effective as using someone who provides services on demand. Of course, there are differences between these two approaches: one-off freelancers usually do not have 24/7 availability and don’t offer customer support. To make up for that limitation, turn to freelancer sites like Upwork or Guru where you can select a broader range of candidates who will better fit your needs (and budget).

3. Toptal

If you need a team of expert developers and designers, Toptal is a great option. The site aims to connect experienced freelancers with projects in need of solid skill sets (think engineers and designers). Whether you’re looking for full-time resources or an hour here and there, Toptal can help. Its rates vary depending on your project needs. In some cases, it can cost hundreds of dollars per day/per resource. To get started with Toptal, apply through its website; if you don’t make it through an initial screening process within two weeks, you’ll receive your money back.

4. PeoplePerHour

As one of our favorite Fiverr alternatives, PeoplePerHour is a marketplace where businesses and individuals can hire freelancers for projects. Freelancers from all over will compete to complete your project and you can look through their profiles based on factors like experience level, rate, availability, etc. The best part about PeoplePerHour is that even if you don’t have any money to hire someone for your project (or if you just want a break from working on it yourself), you can post what you need done and make it a contest. In other words: it’s free outsourcing! Another cool feature about PPH is that freelancers offer guarantees for their work.

5. Simplyhired

When you’re in need of something off-the-beaten-path, there are a lot of upstart sites that may be able to get it done for you. These sites may not be as popular but they often have more obscure jobs and specialties that Fiverr doesn’t. Simply Hired is one such site where freelancers can list their services, discuss pricing and methods with potential clients, and make sure everything is just right before accepting work. You can find skilled freelance writers, SEO experts, logo designers, graphic artists, and even computer repair specialists on Simply Hired– all working at rates much lower than you’d find on websites like Upwork or Fiverr.

6. Guru

Fiverr has built a business model around commissioning work for $5, so most sellers there are not going to be able or willing to dedicate as much time to your project. Guru is a freelance marketplace that charges no fee on projects of any size, though it does take a 10% cut from freelancers’ earnings. The best part is that users have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars and 82% positive feedback ratings. This means you can rest assured you’ll be working with experienced and reliable professionals who know what they’re doing and deliver high-quality results.

7. Solidgig

While on Fiverr, you might find some projects that are out of your budget range. If that’s an issue, SolidGig is a great alternative; it features higher rates and most gigs cost more than $50. Hiring a freelancer on SolidGig requires less back-and-forth negotiation and comes with built-in reviews from past workmates. The website also offers flexible payment options and pays freelancers faster than its competitors in most cases. One downside: Work quality can vary based on whether you’re hiring an expert or an amateur.

8. Flexjobs

With more than 14,000 active job postings as of November 2017, FlexJobs may be a good alternative to services like Fiverr. The site boasts more than 2 million registered users and claims that its members receive an average of 200 quality job leads per month. Although it’s free to sign up for an account, you can upgrade for $10 per month for premium services such as resume storage and priority customer support. Job seekers can search through listings by keyword or location, set up automatic e-mail alerts with relevant search terms and have profile information pulled in from Linkedin (if available). A monthly newsletter keeps users informed about what’s new on Flexjobs. There is also a forum where people discuss everything from career advice to cold calling techniques. You have to pay at least $50/year to get access to some of the advanced features.

At most companies, email management falls into your lap without much fanfare—you’re just expected to do it well with very little in terms of training or guidance. But an increasing number of organizations are formalizing their approach to email use, creating policies and procedures for employees and contractors alike. Some might even require additional training. If you work at a company that doesn’t have an official policy on email use yet (or one that is focused primarily on spam), don’t fret: You can set up some solid guidelines using best practices and avoiding common pitfalls. In fact, while there is no right way to manage internal email, there are plenty of wrong ways – and lots of templates you can start from if none exist at your organization today.

9. Designhill

If you’re looking for an easy way to get a professional design without spending too much, Designhill is a top pick. And if you don’t love it? You can have another design made from one of their 1,000 artists in 24 hours for just $99. That means you can kickstart your next web or print project for as little as $50 — it doesn’t get much cheaper than that! Plus, we hear stories all of the time about people finding designers who ended up being so talented they hired them full-time! If you’re interested in becoming part of that success story, go here and choose your favorite offer—it could be life-changing (especially if you land designer Adam Hicks!).

10. 99Designs

You may have heard of DesignCrowd and 99Designs, both of which function like contests where designers compete for your project. With DesignCrowd, you set a price and let hundreds of designers bid on it; with 99Designs, you create a design brief and an online community offers their services. You pick one winner (and they receive a cash prize if they’re one of the top three).