Cadence onboards in 48 hours; Braintrust requires bid-and-interview.
AI-native vetting, Braintrust vets broadly.
Weekly billing + replace-any-week.
Where Braintrust wins
Braintrust is cheaper for buyers willing to negotiate directly with talent.
Cadence vs Braintrust
What founders ask.
What's the main difference between Cadence and Braintrust?
Cadence is a booking platform, auto-matched in 2 minutes, 48-hour free trial, weekly billing, replace anytime. Braintrust: A token-based talent network with no platform fees for clients.
When should I pick Cadence over Braintrust?
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 Braintrust better.
When does Braintrust make more sense?
Braintrust is cheaper for buyers willing to negotiate directly with talent.
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.