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Our Studio vs an Offshore Dev Shop
Offshore shops compete on hourly rate. A US-based founder-led studio competes on outcome, communication, and code you can maintain. Lower hourly cost can mean higher total cost once rework, timezone lag, and handoffs are counted.
The bottom line
An offshore shop can be right for well-specified, low-risk work on a tight budget. For products you need to maintain and evolve, a US-based studio usually wins on total cost and reliability.
Frequently asked questions
Isn't offshore development cheaper?
The hourly rate is lower, but total cost of ownership often is not, once rework, timezone delays, and maintainability are included.
How do you handle communication and timezones?
You work directly with the builders during US hours, with no project-manager relay and no language barrier.