Work with good companies with a competitive hourly rate - Anonymous employee Toptal Employee Review

5.0
May 9, 2023
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Remote work with usually well-vetted companies, salary is competitive for a remote contractor

Cons

Toptal takes a big cut from the client's money. Contractor still gets a good hourly rate but the client is charged at least like 30% more

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5.0
Jul 7, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Professional and interested in quality work.

Cons

Not really a con, but more work waiting than hours allow.

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1.0
Jul 3, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Met some good dedicated employees and freelance workers.

Cons

Lack of any real industry solutions or capabilities since 100% of delivery services are freelance contractors. Model has been successful as providing staff augmentation to clients, but all intellectual capital and outcomes are owned by the clients or the freelancer. Toptal is simply a staffing platform broker who marks up the freelance talent. Great if you need a plumber, but not if you're planning to build a bathroom.

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