SaaS vs Self-Hosted: What’s Best for Your Freelance Platform?
SaaS is generally the most appropriate option when speed to market, minimal upfront investment and lower operational costs are key objectives. The self-hosted version will provide greater flexibility and control in regards to operation and configuration.
However, it requires much more time and capital to operate. Ultimately, what you choose to do is directly related to your budget, technical capabilities, business planning, and expected levels of success.