GigPro vs Qwick: A Guide to On-Demand Job Platforms

Running a smooth business operation is no easy feat – and that’s before you toss in all of the headaches that come with managing a reliable, experienced, and fully-staffed workforce.

As businesses still aim to recover the labor shortages left in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic and the “Great Resignation”, many are turning to on-demand workforce platforms to help fill in their gaps.

But before you onboard a new solution, it’s critical to understand the impact it may have on your business – whether positive or negative – and whether these align to your business’ goals or priorities. Skipping your due diligence - regardless of what type of tool you’re onboarding - may lead to more problems in the long run. 

In this blog, we’ll explore two highly rated on-demand workforce platforms - Qwick and Gigpro - to help you understand the benefits and drawbacks of each.

Qwick Overview

Qwick is a professional platform focused solely on the hospitality industry, matching independent contractors with gig jobs at restaurants, hotels, caterers, stadiums, and more through its dedicated app.

Pros of Using Qwick

• ‍Experienced Workforce: Every worker on the Qwick platform is vetted for relevant experience and is required to have at least one year of hospitality experience. Additionally, Qwick verifies all worker certifications such as TIPS and ServSafe.

• ‍Higher Shift Coverage: Qwick occasionally fills shifts with additional experienced freelancers who meet the needs of your business and the posted shift – especially during periods when cancellations or no-shows are more frequent.

• ‍Large Event Experience: Qwick freelancers have experience working large-scale events of all types, including the State Fair of Texas, the Waste Management Phoenix Open, the Houston Rodeo, and Super Bowl LVII.

Cons of Using Qwick

• ‍Smaller Geographical Reach: Compared to its competitors, Qwick has a smaller geographical footprint as it currently serves 23 cities throughout the United States.

• ‍Higher Markup: Qwick’s 40% markup on the hourly shift rate makes it a more expensive platform than some others in the on-demand workforce space.

• ‍Niche Demographic: Qwick is a hospitality-focused platform that serves hotels, restaurants and bars, stadiums, catering companies, event venues, and senior living facilities. Businesses outside of these verticals may have difficulty sourcing hourly help through the Qwick platform.

Gigpro Overview

Gigpro is a platform that connects experienced food and beverage workers with hospitality businesses that need shifts filled on demand, offering a gig app to help the process.

Pros of Using Gigpro:

• Background-Checked Workers: Businesses on the Gigpro platform can require background-checked workers for gigs. Under these circumstances, any applicant will have to pass the background check requirement before they can apply.

• Diverse Job Opportunities: Gigpro offers work opportunities with various types of businesses within the hospitality industry, including restaurants and bars, catering, events, and hotels. 

• ‍Quick Payment Processing: Gigpro typically facilitates fast and straightforward payment processing. Workers can receive their earnings quickly after completing a gig, providing financial flexibility and timely compensation for their services. 

Cons of Using Gigpro:

• ‍Less Thorough Vetting: Gigpro does not require the pros on its platform to have a minimum number of years experience in the hospitality industry.

• ‍Less Specialized Workforce: One of the advantages of Gigpro - its diverse job opportunities - can also be a drawback. The platform covers a broad range of business types, but this means it can lack the specialization found on industry-specific platforms. If you’re seeking highly specialized gigs or have specific skill sets, a more focused platform might better suit your needs.

• ‍Inability to Clock-In/Out of Gigs: Gigpro operates on the “honor system” and does not have a clock-in/clock-out feature on its platform. This can make it difficult for Pros and businesses to maintain accurate records of time worked and, thus, facilitate accurate payouts.

Associated Costs

Both Qwick and Gigpro operate on a model where businesses pay for the services and workers receive their earnings.

The specific cost structure varies between the two so it’s essential to review the terms of service for each platform.

Qwick

• Service Fee: Qwick charges a 40% markup on all shifts which is higher than many of its industry competitors.

• Placement Fee: Businesses interested in hiring a Qwick freelancer off the platform can do so without incurring any additional charge.

• Cancellation Fee: If a business cancels a shift within 24 hours of the start time, the business is required to pay the scheduled freelancer for four hours at the posted hourly rate.

Gigpro

• Placement Fee: Gigpro does not charge any signup, subscription, posting, recruiting, or placement fees. The company only charges businesses for any gigs completed on their platform. 

• Cancellation Fee: If a business cancels a gig within 24 hours of the start time, the business may be required to pay up to 50% of the stated gig payout. Additionally, if a business instructs a pro to stop working earlier than the stated gig end time, the business may be required to pay the pro for the amount of time they worked plus 50% of the charges for the time that was remaining in the gig.

• OAI Coverage Fee: Pros on the Gigpro platform pay $0.38/hr to be covered by Occupational Accident Insurance during their gigs. This amount is automatically deducted from their gig earnings.

Qwick vs. Gigpro Comparison Chart

Evaluating Qwick and Gigpro for Your On-Demand Needs

In the ever-evolving landscape of on-demand workforce solutions, the gig economy platform you choose boils down to individual priorities and preferences. 

Gig economy platforms offer businesses increased flexibility and access to a diverse pool of on-demand workers. But understanding the impact - whether positive or negative - new solutions can have on your business is a critical step in the evaluation process. 

As you embark on your journey to find the best solution for your business, consider the nuances of each platform, weighing the pros and cons outlined in this comparison. 

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