Overview
Fiverr
Upwork
About
Fiverr is a popular online freelance marketplace that facilitates the connection between buyers and sellers of digital services. Here, you can buy or sell almost any digital service imaginable, from common things like writing and voiceover to more niche services like video game coaching, spellcasting, and much more. Learn more.
About
Upwork, "the world's work marketplace," is one of the largest online freelance marketplaces in existence. Clients go here to find global talent while freelancers and agencies use the platform to monetize their digital skills and services. Learn more.
Status
Active, LegitStatus
Active, LegitTrust Rating
Trust Rating
Platform Type
Freelance MarketplacePlatform Type
Freelance MarketplaceHelps You
Hire Help Make MoneyHelps You
Hire Help Make MoneyBest For
Fiverr is perfect for new freelancers looking to get started selling digital services, seasoned freelancers looking to expand their reach, or business owners looking for top, on-demand talent.
Best For
If you have a skill or service to sell, Upwork can be a good place to promote and monetize your abilities (no matter if you're a beginner freelancer or a seasoned expert).
If you're a business owner (or just someone looking for help with a project), Upwork can connect you with global talent within a range of skill levels and prices.
Age Requirement
13 years oldAge Requirement
18 years oldSupported Locations
Shared by Fiverr and Upwork:
Afghanistan, Åland Islands, Albania, Algeria, American SamoaUnique to Fiverr:
Cuba, Iran, North Korea, SyriaUnique to Upwork:
NoneSupported Languages
Shared by Fiverr and Upwork:
EnglishUnique to Fiverr:
Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, NederlandsUnique to Upwork:
NoneSupported Devices
Shared by Fiverr and Upwork:
Android Phone, Computer Browser, iPhone, Smartphone Browser, Tablet BrowserUnique to Fiverr:
iPadUnique to Upwork:
NoneOpportunities
Compare the opportunities on Fiverr vs the ones on Upwork.
Shared By Fiverr And Upwork:
Administration Artificial Intelligence (AI) Audio Production Computer Science Copy EditingUnique To Fiverr:
NoneUnique To Upwork:
NoneSummary
Fiverr and Upwork have the same number of opportunities.
Both Fiverr and Upwork have the exact same opportunities.
Earner/Saver Comparison: Fiverr vs Upwork
Which platform is better for earning/saving money? Fiverr or Upwork? Compare earner and saver-related features and attributes below.
Fiverr
Upwork
About
Fiverr sellers (i.e. freelancers) can sign up for free and create gig listings on the desktop website (starting at $5 per gig). Then, they can manage sales, message clients, and get paid on either the desktop site or mobile apps.
About
Upwork freelancers (i.e. service providers, sellers) can sign up for free and make money selling their skills to clients. This can happen organically (the client reaches out to you) or by applying to available jobs. After landing a job, all project communications and payouts happen directly through Upwork.
Commissions/Fees
Fiverr takes a 20% cut of all sales sellers make.Commissions/Fees
Upwork seller fees vary based on the amount billed to the client (20% for the first $500, 10% for total billings between $500.01 and $10,000, and 5% for total billings over $10,000). Depending on the payout option you choose, you may also be charged a fee for each withdrawal.Minimum Payout
$1.00Minimum Payout
NonePayout Options
Shared by Fiverr and Upwork:
Payoneer PayPalUnique to Fiverr:
NoneUnique to Upwork:
Direct Deposit M-Pesa Wire TransferPayout Speed
7-21 daysPayout Speed
5-19 daysEditorial Ratings
Editorial Ratings
User Ratings
Based on 29 reviews from Fiverr Sellers. 96.67% of reviewers said they would recommend the platform to others.
User Ratings
Based on 30 reviews from Upwork Freelancers. 100% of reviewers said they would recommend the platform to others.
Pros
- Accessible and simple to use.
- Lots of clients/buyers.
- Good payment options.
Pros
- Easy to use.
- Fast withdrawals.
- Lots of clients looking for freelancers and therefore lots of work to be found.
Cons
- High fees (Fiverr takes 20% of all sales).
- Payments are held for 14 days before being withdrawable.
- Sometimes payments get delayed.
Cons
- Lots of competition from other freelancers on the platform. Other freelancers may undercut your prices.
- Upwork takes a large 20% cut of earnings from freelancers.
- Clients can at times be unprofessional (e.g. by changing the scope of work at the last minute).
Hourly Earning/Saving Stats
Hourly Earning/Saving Stats
Monthly Earning/Saving Stats
Monthly Earning/Saving Stats
Consumer Comparison: Fiverr vs Upwork
Which platform offers a better experience for consumers? Fiverr or Upwork? Compare consumer and buyer-related features and attributes below.
Fiverr
Upwork
About
Fiverr buyers (i.e. clients) can sign up for free and use the platform to find and hire workers in a variety of niches and skillets. Once a suitable freelancer is found, all communications and payments happen directly through Fiverr.
About
Upwork clients (i.e. service buyers, employers) can sign up for free, discover talent (i.e. freelancers), post jobs, and make hires. After a hire is made, communication, contracts, and payments go directly through Upwork, with Upwork taking a small marketplace fee.
Costs/Fees
Prices are set independently by Fiverr sellers. Buyers are charged a service fee of 5.5% (+$2 for orders under $50) for each purchase made on Fiverr.Costs/Fees
Clients are charged 5% per transaction (or 3% for eligible U.S. clients who pay with a checking account). These fees don't apply to Upwork Enterprise clients.Payment Options
Credit Card, PayPal, Wire TransferPayment Options
Credit Card, Debit Card, PayPalPros
- Very easy to sign up, search for freelancers, review portfolios, and make hires.
Pros
- No data
Cons
- Quality and prices can vary a lot on the platform. It's not always easy to find a good freelancer amongst the sea of offerings.
Cons
- No data
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