G2 Vendor Directory

Lifted vs. Contra

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricLifted

by Upwork Inc.

Contra

by Contra

Overall rating4.64.9
Review count10721
Ease of use9.29.9
Ease of setup9.09.7
Quality of support8.910.0
Meets requirements9.19.7
NPS74100
Small Business19.6%100.0%
Mid-Market54.2%0.0%
Enterprise26.2%0.0%
Total page views714285
Total LLM citations4,1487,613

Lifted

Lifted, a subsidiary of Upwork Inc., is a comprehensive platform designed to assist enterprises in sourcing, contracting, managing, and paying global contingent talent efficiently and compliantly. Launched in August 2025, Lifted addresses the complexities of modern workforce management by offering a unified solution that integrates seamlessly into existing enterprise ecosystems.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Talent Quality
  • Customer Support
  • Hiring Process
  • Helpful
  • Job Opportunities

Contra

Contra is the commission-free creative network, connecting 
you with the talent and tools to get work underway. This network of independent creatives is over a million strong, and reaches across the globe. Here, creatives can showcase and expand their skills, while innovative companies can discover and hire exceptional talent. Contra creates the connections and enables the payments—allowing creatives to do more of what they do best: create. Here, you’ll find talent—real talent—people with verified project histories and certified dedication to their craft.

Pros

  • Freelancing Services
  • Customer Support
  • User Interface
  • Intuitive
  • Ease of Use
  • Helpful