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Save 40-60% vs Toptal

Forward Genix vs Toptal:
Same Quality, 40-60% Less

Looking for a Toptal alternative? Forward Genix offers dedicated development teams at $4,000-$5,500/month per developer vs. Toptal's $10,000-$35,000. Enterprise-quality work for Fortune 500 clients.

40-60%
Cost Savings
$4K-$5.5K
Per Dev/Month
50+
Projects Delivered
Fortune 500
Client Experience

Calculate Your Savings

See how much you can save with Forward Genix vs Toptal

3 developers
12 months
Toptal Cost
$432,000
@$12K/dev/month avg
Forward Genix Cost
$162,000
@$4.5K/dev/month
Your Savings
$270,000
63% saved

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

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FeatureToptalForward Genix
Developer Hourly Rate$60-$200+/hr$35-$50/hr
Monthly Cost (Senior Dev)$10,000-$35,000$4,000-$5,500
Team ModelIndividual FreelancersDedicated Team
Project Manager IncludedNo (extra cost)Yes, Included
Vetting ProcessTop 3% claimTechnical interviews + portfolio
Team ConsistencyFreelancers may leaveDedicated, long-term
CommunicationVaries by freelancerEnglish-fluent, structured
US Time Zone OverlapVaries6+ hours daily
Minimum CommitmentNone (hourly)1 month
Fixed Price ProjectsNoYes
Enterprise ExperienceVariesFortune 500, RHB Bank
Scaling Up/DownEasy (marketplace)2-4 weeks notice

The Key Differences

40-60% Lower Cost

Senior developers at $35-$50/hour vs Toptal's $60-$200+/hour. Same skills, massive savings.

Dedicated Teams, Not Freelancers

Work with the same team long-term. No freelancer turnover or varying quality.

Enterprise Experience Included

Our team has delivered for RHB Bank and Fortune 500 companies. Proven track record.

Project Manager Included

Every engagement includes a dedicated PM. With Toptal, that's extra.

6+ Hours US Time Overlap

Our Malaysia team overlaps with US business hours. Real-time collaboration.

Fixed-Price Projects Available

Know your costs upfront. Toptal only offers hourly billing.

When to Choose Each

Choose Toptal If:

  • You need a single freelancer for a few hours
  • You want to scale up/down weekly
  • Budget is unlimited
  • You prefer marketplace flexibility

Choose Forward Genix If:

  • You want to save 40-60% on development costs
  • You need a dedicated, consistent team
  • Your project is 3+ months
  • You want fixed-price project options
  • You need enterprise-grade quality
  • You value project management included

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forward Genix actually cheaper than Toptal?

Yes. Toptal charges $60-$200+/hour for developers. Forward Genix charges $35-$50/hour for senior developers with the same skill levels. That's 40-60% savings. For a team of 3 developers over 12 months, you'll save $150,000-$250,000.

How does Forward Genix maintain quality at lower prices?

We're based in Malaysia, where senior developers cost less than in the US but are just as skilled. We also operate as a company with lower overhead than Toptal's marketplace model. Our team has delivered projects for RHB Bank and Fortune 500 companies.

What's the difference between Toptal's freelancer model and Forward Genix's team model?

Toptal matches you with individual freelancers who may work with multiple clients. Forward Genix provides dedicated teams that work exclusively on your project, with a project manager included. This means better consistency, communication, and long-term collaboration.

Can I start with a small project to test Forward Genix?

Absolutely. We recommend starting with a 4-8 week pilot project to evaluate our team. This lets you assess quality, communication, and fit before committing to a larger engagement.

How does time zone overlap work?

Our Malaysia team has 6+ hours of daily overlap with US business hours (our morning = your afternoon/evening). We hold daily standups during overlap hours and respond to urgent matters outside overlap via Slack/email.

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