Transparent Pricing. No Surprises.

Pre-approved rates by engagement model. No platform fees. No hidden markups. Know exactly what you are paying before the first task is submitted.

How We Price Our Services

Creatos pricing is designed around a simple principle: once you agree on a rate, it applies to all work without re-negotiation. Submit a task and work starts immediately — just like assigning work to an internal team member. This pre-approved rate structure is the foundation of the DaaS model, eliminating the negotiation overhead that plagues traditional freelance engagements and providing cost predictability for budget planning.

Pre-Approved Rates

Once you agree on a rate, it applies to all work without re-negotiation. Submit a task and work starts immediately — just like assigning work to an internal team member.

No Platform Fees

The rate you agree to is the rate you pay. There are no setup fees, platform fees, management fees, or overhead markups layered on top.

Customized to Your Situation

Rates are based on engagement model, project scope, and specific requirements. A detailed proposal with exact pricing is provided after the intake process.

All Rates in USD

All pricing and invoices are in US Dollars for simplicity and consistency across regions.

Engagement Models

Hourly Retainer

How It Works

Commit to a monthly hour allotment
Receive preferred rates compared to standard pricing
Submit tasks through Slack, email, or task portal — work starts immediately
Unused hours (up to a defined limit) roll over to the next month
Adjust hours up or down with 30 days' notice

Benefits

Preferred hourly rate with retainer commitment
Priority scheduling and faster response times
Dedicated Slack channel for real-time communication
Weekly status calls (optional)
Hour rollover (up to a defined limit) for unused capacity
Consistent developer who knows your codebase and preferences

Ideal for: Teams with ongoing development needs who want predictable capacity, priority access, and the efficiency of a developer already familiar with their systems.

Project-Based

Clearly scoped projects with defined deliverables, timeline, and budget. Know exactly what you are getting, when you are getting it, and what it costs — before work begins.

How It Works

Define project requirements through the intake process
Receive a detailed Statement of Work with scope, timeline, milestones, and pricing
Milestone-based delivery with review points at each stage
Change order process for scope adjustments (no surprise charges)
Post-delivery support period included

Benefits

Fixed scope and deliverables documented before work begins
Milestone-based payment tied to tangible deliverables
Clear timeline with defined start and end dates
Change order process ensures budget control
Post-delivery support for questions and minor adjustments

Ideal for: New feature development, specific builds, application rewrites, or defined technical initiatives with clear requirements and a target completion date.

On-Demand

Senior development expertise available when you need it, with no monthly commitment. Submit a task and get it done at standard rates. Flexibility for teams that need occasional expert capacity.

How It Works

No monthly minimum or hour commitment
Submit tasks as they arise through Slack, email, or task portal
Work begins within standard SLA response times
Billed in detailed increments with task descriptions
Rush rate available for urgent turnaround under 24 hours

Benefits

Zero monthly commitment or obligation
Access to senior-level expertise on demand
Pay only for time used with detailed billing increments
Standard SLA response times apply
Rush availability for urgent production issues

Ideal for: Bug fixes, urgent production issues, one-off tasks, architectural questions, and teams that need occasional senior expertise without ongoing commitment.

Why Retainer Clients Get More Than Preferred Rates

Retainer engagements provide benefits beyond the rate advantage. The ongoing relationship builds compounding value over time.

Preferred rates compared to standard and on-demand pricing
Priority scheduling — retainer tasks are queued ahead of on-demand work
Dedicated Slack channel for real-time communication and quick questions
Context retention — your dedicated developer knows your codebase, conventions, and goals
Hour rollover — unused hours (up to a defined limit) carry forward to the next month
Weekly status calls (optional) for alignment and priority planning
Faster onboarding for new projects since the developer already understands your systems
Consistent quality from a developer who improves with every task completed for your team

Pricing FAQ

All time is tracked in detailed increments with task descriptions. Invoices are sent on an agreed schedule with complete time logs showing exactly what was worked on. Payment terms are established during the intake process.

No. The agreed rate is the total cost. There are no platform fees, setup fees, management fees, or overhead markups. The only exception is the rush rate premium for work requiring under 24-hour turnaround, which is always communicated and approved before work begins.

All rates and invoices are in US Dollars (USD).

Wire transfer (domestic and international via Wise), ACH direct deposit, credit card (via Stripe), and PayPal. Client is responsible for any transaction fees imposed by their chosen payment method.

Rates may be reviewed annually with advance written notice. Rate adjustments reflect market conditions and are discussed transparently. Rate changes do not apply to work already in progress under an existing Statement of Work.

Hours beyond the monthly retainer commitment are billed at the standard rate for your engagement. You are notified as you approach your hour limit so there are no surprises.

Yes. Retainer hours are flexible and can be allocated across different projects, service categories, or task types within the same month. Time is tracked per project for your reporting needs.

Yes. You can move between retainer, project-based, and on-demand models as your needs change. Many clients start with a project-based engagement and transition to a retainer once the ongoing value is clear.

Custom rates are available for larger engagements or long-term commitments. Discuss during the discovery call.

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Every engagement is tailored to your specific needs, project scope, and budget. Schedule a discovery call or send a message to receive a detailed proposal with exact pricing.

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