Choose the model
that fits you
Two ways to build together. Whether you're bootstrapping on a limited budget or looking for a dedicated team — we have a model that works.
Why two models?
Not every founder is in the same stage. A pre-seed startup with a strong idea but limited budget has different needs than a funded scale-up that wants to move fast.
That's why we offer two collaboration models: an equity partnership with a low startup fee for founders who want to build without a large budget, and a retainer for companies that want a dedicated team.
Average timeline from idea to MVP
Equity partnership or fixed retainer — you choose
No billing by the hour, but genuine collaboration
Two ways
to build together
Equity Partnership
One-time startup fee + equity — we invest build time in your product
- ✓We invest build time (design + development)
- ✓Equity stake: 5–15% (depending on scope)
- ✓MVP in 4–8 weeks
- ✓Long-term partnership
- ✓Strategic input
- ✓One-time startup fee to get started
- ✓Post-launch support included
- ✓Ideal for: pre-seed / seed founders
Retainer
Dedicated team, steady cadence — monthly collaboration tailored to you
- ✓Dedicated team, fixed hours per month
- ✓No equity required
- ✓Flexibly scale up and down
- ✓Design + development + strategy
- ✓Cancel monthly (after initial period)
- ✓Priority in our schedule
- ✓Weekly standups & reporting
- ✓Ideal for: funded startups / scale-ups
Model by
model compared
How does it work
in practice?
Equity Partnership
Introduction & pitch
We evaluate the idea, the team, and the market. Does it align with our expertise and vision? Then we move forward.
Formalize the agreement
Equity percentage, scope, timeline, and responsibilities — everything clearly documented.
Build
MVP in 4–8 weeks. Iterative, with weekly updates and room to adjust.
Launch & grow
Launch together, scale together. We stay involved and help plan the next steps.
Retainer
Introduction
Define scope, needs, and team fit. We assess whether our approach aligns with your requirements.
Proposal
Hours, team composition, and monthly rate — all laid out. Transparent and tailored.
Kick off
Steady cadence with weekly standups, reporting, and continuous delivery.
Scale up
Need more hours? Different expertise? Flexibly scale up and down as needed.
Frequently
asked questions
Still have doubts? Below we answer the most common questions about our collaboration models.
Between 5% and 15%, depending on the scope of the project and the stage you're in. We always discuss this transparently in the first conversation.
Yes, that's open for discussion. We evaluate each situation to find the best fit. Some collaborations start as a retainer and evolve into an equity partnership — or the other way around.
The equity model is designed for founders with a limited budget. We charge a one-time startup fee to kick off the project, but it's significantly lower than a full project rate. The rest we invest as build time in exchange for equity.
A minimum of 3 months. This gives us time to get up to speed, build momentum, and deliver real results. After that, it's cancelable on a monthly basis.
Design, development, strategy, weekly standups, and reporting. The exact scope is tailored to your needs — from UI/UX to full-stack development.
With a retainer: you fully own all code and assets. With an equity partnership: we establish clear IP agreements, with ownership shared according to the equity split.
We establish clear exit terms upfront. If the collaboration isn't working, we have an honest conversation. No hidden clauses — transparency is the foundation.
Ready to build together?
Whether you choose equity or retainer — it starts with a conversation. Tell us about your idea and we'll figure out which model fits together.