Choosing between agency developers and freelancers for blockchain projects is a critical decision.
Agency developers come pre-vetted with security auditing experience and smart contract best practices.
Freelancers offer lower hourly rates but carry risks in code quality, security, and project continuity.
For production DeFi and NFT projects, the cost of a smart contract vulnerability far outweighs developer cost savings.
Agency teams provide backup resources, code review processes, and long-term support that freelancers typically can't.