Separate client spaces, without the Enterprise walls
Don’t want to fight tool limitations just to review a client's project? MarkUp locks separate client environments behind custom Enterprise walls, forcing all your client work into a single, flat workspace under a flat $79/month starting tier.
Workflow gives you a clean, predictable home for your agency without the scattered comment chaos.
At a glance
The major breaking points with MarkUp
Scattered comment pins vs. native task workflows
MarkUp: MarkUp includes a centralized sidebar and "Resolved" status toggles to track feedback. However, because it operates as a visual layer, developers may need to separately locate underlying code elements for complex web development flows. What’s more, all your projects are bundled into a single shared workspace.
Workflow: Every piece of feedback inside Workflow automatically becomes a trackable checklist task. You stop drowning in random comment pins and start checking finished items off a clean production list.
Single-workspace trap vs. linear studio scaling
MarkUp: Sure, their Pro plan is $79/month with unlimited users - but when a client drops 50 different comment pins across a single page, every single pin creates an isolated discussion thread with no native way to bulk-group or merge them into structured tasks.
You’re forced to click through dozens of unorganized notes one by one, or rely on fragile Zapier integrations to stitch them into separate PM tools like Asana or ClickUp.
Meanwhile, your clients and projects are stuck inside a flat, highly visible shared workspace that lacks proper multi-tenant security. To cleanly separate client environments, you’re hit with a payment wall and pushed toward custom Enterprise pricing.
Workflow: Add seats one at a time predictably as your team grows, without paying an enterprise tax or dealing with forced tier jumps. Unlimited clients are always free.
Review-only band-aids vs. complete client operations
MarkUp: Acts strictly as a markup layer. That means you still have to juggle external project management tools, random file-sharing apps, and endless chat threads just to run your business.
Workflow: Workflow is for handling multi-media project tracking, feedback rounds, version control, and final sign-offs all under one roof. No duct-tape integrations required.
Pick MarkUp if…
- You want unlimited users at one flat rate: Pro is $79/mo whether your team is 2 people or 20.
- You're happy keeping every client and project in a single shared workspace.
- You mostly need a fast visual overlay for collecting comments on files and web links.
If that's you, MarkUp is a solid choice.
In depth
Let’s see how Workflow & MarkUp stack up against each other:
Feedback and review
Projects and tasks
Clients and scaling
Pricing
MarkUp operates on a volume-based model with unlimited seats that scales by project capacity, while Workflow utilizes a per-seat model designed for linear, granular scaling one seat at a time.
$20/mo per Creative
Teammates and Guests are always free.
Upload and manage your creative work: add websites, images, videos and files, create new versions, and see every public project. Perfect for designers, developers and anyone who uploads work.
View every public project, leave comments, and create text-only tasks and design requests. They can't upload work or create versions. Perfect for project managers and stakeholders who review work.
See only the projects they're invited to, leave comments, and create and edit tasks there. Perfect for clients and freelancers on a single project.
Workflow is loved by busy designers
Absolutely loving this program!
Tomi Lucien, Web Designer
Brilliant for easy collaboration with my clients.
Alex Collier, Brand & Website Designer
Clients immediately learn how to use it.
Kirsten Meyerson, Founder of Aspen Theory
The best customer support I experienced so far. The software is fantastic as well!
Nikola Marinkovic, Website Designer
My first client got in there and has taken to it super easily — so you’ve pretty much nailed it.
Kessiah Carlbon, Designer
I never had to onboard people onto Workflow. They just get it.
Johnny Lam, Formfactor Design
I said to my director, “why haven’t you signed us up yet? This is a no brainer — we need it.”
Kristie Sheryn, Head of UX
Brilliant product. Increased our communication feedback and clarity.
Nicholas O’Donnell-Hoare, Head of Design
This product is a game changer. My team think it’s the best thing they’ve seen.
Mark Wells, Entrepreneur
Frequently asked questions
I already use MarkUp for some projects. Can I switch easily?
Yes! You can start your next project in Workflow today. You can also add your legacy links to a Workflow Portal if you want to keep everything centralized.
I like recording videos to explain my work. Can I do that in Workflow?
Yes! Workflow includes built-in video and voice recording, left as comments right on the design. Record a walkthrough, attach it to the exact frame, and your client sees exactly what you mean.
Do my clients need to create an account or log in to leave feedback?
No. Clients can access projects via a seamless, friction-free link without wrestling with passwords, login walls, or forced account creations.
How do I keep client feedback from spiraling into endless revisions?
Workflow turns review comments directly into actionable checklist tasks so you can establish clear boundaries, lock down your rounds, and move on with your day.
Can I manage multiple clients and projects in one place?
Yes. Workflow is built as a complete client operations hub, allowing you to organize separate projects, assets, and client spaces without juggling multiple apps.
Is Workflow more expensive than MarkUp?
Workflow often ends up being more cost-effective for growing teams because you don't face sudden tier jumps - you simply scale one seat at a time as you expand.
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