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    The Airtasker Alternative For UK Traders

    Airtasker runs on bidding for posted tasks. TaapCraft verifies traders, holds payment securely and builds cover into the commission, so the transaction is protected on both sides.

    Why Traders Look For A Airtasker Alternative

    Bidding pushes prices down

    Task-based rather than trade-based

    Fees on completion without tiered rates

    Airtasker vs TaapCraft: What It Costs A Trader

     AirtaskerTaapCraft
    Monthly or annual subscriptionService fee taken from each completed taskNone. No monthly fee, no listing fee.
    Cost of an enquiryFree to bid, fees on completionFree. You are never charged to see or reply to a job.
    What you payOne fee band regardless of job sizeCommission on completed work only: 12.5% up to £1,000, 8.5% from £1,001 to £5,000, 5.5% above £5,001 (INC VAT/Payment Fees). Goods-only retailers pay 5% and the customer pays delivery.
    Getting paidPayment handled through the platformPayment held securely and released on completion, with escrow payment protection.
    Who the job is shared withMultiple taskers bid on each postYou choose which jobs you quote for. Customers can message you directly.

    Competitor pricing is described in the terms each platform publishes. Check their current pricing before deciding.

    Airtasker Alternatives: Common Questions

    How is TaapCraft different from Airtasker?

    TaapCraft is UK focused, verifies traders and reduces commission as job values increase, rather than running an open bidding race.

    Is my payment protected?

    Payment is held securely and released on completion, through escrow.

    Are there any monthly fees?

    No subscriptions, monthly fees or listing fees.

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    Keep More Of Every Job

    No subscriptions, monthly fees or listing fees. Commission on completed work only, from 12.5% down to 5.5% (INC VAT/Payment Fees), and 5% for goods-only retailers.

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