When launching an AI product, think of your development journey as a race. Are you sprinting to the finish line with a Fixed-Price Sprint — fast, focused, and efficient? Or are you running a Time-and-Materials Marathon — slow, costly, and full of unexpected laps? Choosing the right pricing model for your AI MVP can make or break not only your budget but also your speed to market and competitive edge.
2-3 Weeks
vs 4-6 Months or More
Fixed, predictable cost
vs Variable, risk of overruns
Fully functional AI MVP
vs Prototype or partial features
Lower risk, fast market entry
vs Higher risk, delayed launch
Upfront clarity and control
vs Uncertain, dependent on time spent
Early user data for rapid pivots
vs Late feedback, slow adjustments
Fastest to market, iterate quickly
vs Risk falling behind competitors
Choose your race wisely - sprint vs marathon determines your speed to market
Fixed-price sprint delivers predictable costs and fast market entry
Time-and-materials marathon risks budget overruns and delayed launch
SpeedMVPs acts as your sprint coach for precision and efficiency
Don't get caught running a costly marathon when a sprint delivers faster
If quick market entry, budget certainty, and functional AI matter most, choose the fixed-price sprint