What is the difference between hourly and fixed-price jobs?

Job Types Explained

MyFreelancer offers two primary contract types, each suited for different project needs.

Hourly Contracts

  • You are paid based on time worked
  • Use time tracking to log hours
  • Weekly payment cycles
  • Best for ongoing work or undefined scope
  • Offers Work Diary protection

Fixed-Price Contracts

  • Agreed total price for the project
  • Payment upon milestone completion
  • Best for well-defined projects
  • Requires clear scope upfront
  • Protected through escrow

Which to Choose?

Hourly is better when scope may change. Fixed-price works well when deliverables are clear and you can accurately estimate the work.