BUYER AND SELLER
There is an extensive network of businesses and potential clients.
There is a large number of freelancers to compete with.
JOB & QUALITY
It can lead to a high volume of work, both locally and globally.
There is less job security and no guaranteed level of work—it may fluctuate and be unpredictable.
PRICE
You can choose your own rates as a freelancer, and for buyers freelancers have fixed prices.
If you want to have competitive pricing, there is less flexibility on specific projects because many people may be willing to work for less money.
PAYMENT & FEES
It is a little more secure than independent freelancing, as buyers have to make a deposit into an escrow account.
There are high platform fees.
ACCOUNT & BENEFIT
You can have both a buyer and a seller account.
Benefits are not included for freelancers.
CUSTOMER CARE
Customer support will almost always take a buyers side, although this might be a con for freelancers.
There is poor customer support if there are problems with tech or payments.
MEMBER & SPAM
Posting a job is free for buyers.
Spam accounts can infiltrate the platform.