DesignCrowd design contests
Overall Score
47.3 /100
Ease of Starting & Doing
Minimal or Zero Investment
Scalability
Passive Income Potential
Market Demand
Competition Level
Immediate Earnings
Long-Term Stability
Risk of Failure
Opportunity for Newcomers
Adaptability to Changes
Global Reach & Accessibility
Skills & Experience Needed
Payment & Withdrawal Process
Ease of Making Money
Signing up is easy, but earning requires strong design skills, experience, and the ability to create high-quality work that stands out in contests.
50/100
There is no monetary investment required to join, but designers must invest significant time in creating submissions, many of which won’t be paid for.
60/100
Earnings depend on winning contests, which is not guaranteed. Scaling up requires constant participation and winning multiple contests, making growth limited.
40/100
No passive income opportunities exist. Designers must keep entering new contests to earn money, making it a fully active income model.
10/100
The demand for design services is strong, but DesignCrowd has many competing platforms, and clients often have high expectations for low payouts.
75/100
The platform is highly competitive, with many skilled designers submitting entries. This makes it difficult for new or average designers to win contests.
30/100
Even if a designer wins, payments are not immediate. It takes time to submit work, wait for client selection, and receive payouts.
40/100
While graphic design remains in demand, the contest-based model is unstable. Designers who don’t win frequently may struggle to earn consistently.
50/100
The risk is high because designers can invest hours in a project without earning anything. There is no guarantee of success.
30/100
Anyone can join, but competing against experienced designers is tough. Success requires skill, persistence, and understanding client preferences.
50/100
DesignCrowd’s model is subject to industry trends and platform changes. Increased AI tools and template-based design services may reduce opportunities for designers.
50/100
The platform is available worldwide, but payment methods and local regulations may affect access in some regions.
70/100
Strong design skills and creativity are essential. Beginners may struggle to compete, and learning advanced tools is necessary for success.
30/100
Payments are reliable but can take time to process, especially for first-time winners. Some withdrawal fees apply.
70/100
Winning contests is difficult due to high competition. Earnings are inconsistent, and designers must repeatedly submit work to stay profitable.