Cadence engineers ship in 48 hours; Arc placements take 1-2 weeks.
Weekly billing built in; Arc places to your payroll.
AI-native vetting on every engineer.
Where Arc wins
Arc supports direct full-time placement for buyers who want headcount, not bookings.
Cadence vs Arc
What founders ask.
What's the main difference between Cadence and Arc?
Cadence is a booking platform, auto-matched in 2 minutes, 48-hour free trial, weekly billing, replace anytime. Arc: A remote-engineer marketplace with a curated talent pool and direct hire option.
When should I pick Cadence over Arc?
When you want speed, an AI-native engineer filter, and the option to replace mid-engagement without friction. Cadence is built for 2-12 week projects with weekly cadence; longer placements or enterprise procurement may fit Arc better.
When does Arc make more sense?
Arc supports direct full-time placement for buyers who want headcount, not bookings.
Does Cadence have a free trial?
Yes, every booking starts with a 48-hour free trial. You see the engineer ship something concrete before you're charged for the first week.
What does Cadence cost?
Weekly tiers: $500 (junior) · $1,000 (mid) · $1,500 (senior) · $2,000 (lead). Engineers self-select; no negotiation. Cancel any week.
Try Cadence free for 48 hours.
Submit a booking, run intro calls today, pick one or more engineers for a 48-hour trial. No card pre-charge, no contracts, no notice periods.