When having a website built, one of the first choices is: do you hire a freelance developer or a web agency?
Advantages of a Freelancer
A freelancer offers unique advantages, especially for small to medium projects.
Direct contact with the person building your website
Lower overhead, often more competitively priced
More flexible in planning and communication
Personal involvement in your project
Faster decision-making without bureaucracy
When to Choose an Agency?
An agency may be better suited to certain situations.
You have a large, multidisciplinary project
You want one party for everything: from strategy to execution
Your company has internal processes that require an agency workflow
Your project needs multiple specialists simultaneously
The Best of Both Worlds
At AEH Web Services, you get the personal approach and sharp pricing of a freelancer, combined with the professionalism and reliability you expect from an agency.
Direct communication: you work with the person actually building your website
5+ years corporate software engineering experience — agency-level quality
Fixed project prices: you know exactly what you're investing upfront
Modern technology (Next.js, React, TypeScript) for future-proof websites
Code on GitHub: fully transferable and documented
Costs: Freelancer vs. Agency
The price differences are significant. A freelancer has lower overhead, which directly impacts pricing.
Business website via freelancer (AEH): from €899 — custom, live in 1-2 weeks
Business website via agency: €2,000-€10,000 — longer lead time, more overhead
Webshop via freelancer (AEH): from €2,499 — including iDEAL and product catalog
Webshop via agency: €5,000-€25,000 — more resources, but also more management layers
Hourly rate freelancer: €50-100/hour vs. agency: €100-200/hour
Generally yes, because a freelancer has lower overhead. A business website costs from €899 with a freelancer versus €2,000+ at an agency. Quality doesn't have to suffer — an experienced freelancer often delivers the same level as an agency.
What if the freelancer gets sick?
A valid point. At AEH Web Services, all code is documented and managed on GitHub, so the project is always transferable if needed. This ensures business continuity.
Can a freelancer handle large projects?
Yes, provided the project is well-planned. For very large projects, I collaborate with specialized partners for design or specific technologies. This way you get the best of both worlds.
How do I know if a freelancer is reliable?
Check portfolio, reviews, and references. At AEH Web Services, you can view my completed projects and speak with previous clients if desired.
Do you offer a warranty on your work?
Yes, after delivery I offer a warranty on the built functionality. Bugs are fixed free of charge. I also offer flexible maintenance packages for ongoing support.
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