Cadence has AI-native engineers from $500/week; Gun.io targets $5K+/month senior US contractors.
Weekly billing with replace-any-week.
Auto-matching, no Gun.io discovery calls.
Where Gun.io wins
Gun.io's senior US bench is a fit if you specifically need US-based + 10+ years experience.
Cadence vs Gun.io
What founders ask.
What's the main difference between Cadence and Gun.io?
Cadence is a booking platform, auto-matched in 2 minutes, 48-hour free trial, weekly billing, replace anytime. Gun.io: A senior US-based freelance engineer marketplace with a vetting process.
When should I pick Cadence over Gun.io?
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 Gun.io better.
When does Gun.io make more sense?
Gun.io's senior US bench is a fit if you specifically need US-based + 10+ years experience.
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.