How does pricing work and how should I set my prices?

Since 2013, ComeUp has been built on a flexible pricing model: you set a starting price, and then offer paid options that allow buyers to customize their orders to fit their needs.

Thanks to this model, the average order value continues to grow monthly, reaching $120 (excl. VAT) in March 2025, and hundreds of sellers now earn over $1,000 per month on the platform.

💼 Set your prices responsibly

On ComeUp, you are free to set your own prices and delivery times. But with that freedom comes responsibility.

💡 If you live in a country with a minimum wage above $15, you should set your prices accordingly. So, you earn more than your local minimum wage.

This means every accepted order should pay you fairly based on the time you’ll spend working on it.

❌ Can I still offer a base price of $5?

No. As of November 27, 2024, the minimum starting price is $15.

These $15 correspond to around one hour of work in many countries. We now consider it the minimum cost of a service with a minimum added value.

💡 Which pricing strategy should I use?

There’s no single “best” method. It depends on your goals, positioning, and the type of clients you’re targeting. Here are three common approaches:


1️⃣ Low starting price ($15) + multiple paid options

👍 Advantages

  • Great entry-point strategy: a low starting price can attract volume
  • Smart use of options encourages clients to upgrade
  • Efficient for repeatable services that don’t take much time

👎 Disadvantages

  • Your service will display “Starting at $15,” which can appear low-cost
  • May not appeal to clients with higher budgets

2️⃣ Higher starting price (e.g., $100)

👍 Advantages

  • Offers a complete package without requiring add-ons
  • Strengthens your premium positioning
  • Less micro-management, more perceived value upfront

👎 Disadvantages

  • Must be flawless: higher pricing demands a professional presentation
  • Works best if you already have strong credibility (reviews, portfolio, etc.)

3️⃣ Go further with recommended options and custom offers

With ComeUp Plus Premium, you can highlight a recommended option on your service. It's a great way to guide clients toward an enhanced version of your offer.

You can also send custom offers to clients who contact you directly.

👉 It’s simple, fast, and efficient: once you understand their needs, you can suggest a tailored package, saving them from having to choose individual options.

In this case, your service acts as a showcase, with example pricing, while the actual sale happens via the custom offer.


🎯 Always keep your hourly rate in mind

No matter your strategy, your hourly rate should ensure fair compensation.

✍️ Example: If you sell a service for €20 but spend 4 hours on it, you're earning just €5/hour. That’s not sustainable.

Before publishing a service, always ask yourself:

“How much time will this take me?”

“Is that time worth the price I’m setting?”