Why top brands are replacing dev teams with design-first partners.

Here’s how a design partner helps you scale smarter.

Here’s why fast-growing brands are replacing dev teams with design-first partners like Chobo and scaling faster than ever.

Hiring a Dev Team
Partnering with Chobo
💸 Monthly cost

$4,000–$10,000+ (plus scope creep)

$1,200–$2,000 flat rate
⚡️ Speed

Slow cycles. Missed windows.

Launch-ready updates in 48–72h
🎯 UX strategy

Often missing, or extra cost

Always included
🛠️ Design execution

Templated or outsourced

Custom, mobile-first Shopify design
💬 Communication

Account managers & ticket systems

Custom, mobile-first Shopify design
📈 Scalability

Locked-in retainers

Pause anytime. Scale when needed.

Want to move faster without hiring devs?