A Penji AlternativeBuilt for Agencies
Penji built a large, general-purpose design subscription across tiered plans. DesignerDuo is a smaller, senior-only team built specifically around agency work.
Our Clients Include
Penji is a tiered design subscription spanning roughly $499 to $1,497+/mo, with plans differing by how many active requests you can run at once and which design categories are included. Requests are handled by a rotating pool across 120+ design categories, with a 24-48 hour turnaround on standard tiers.
Penji
Pricing model
Tiered plans, features and active-request limits vary by tier
Who does the work
Rotating pool of designers across a large roster
Agency focus
General-purpose, serves businesses across many categories
Landing page builds
Design and web design services offered
Capacity
Open enrollment across all tiers
DesignerDuo
Pricing model
One flat rate, one tier, unlimited requests included
Who does the work
The same two designers, Subash and Ishu, every time
Agency focus
Built specifically for marketing agencies and their client work
Landing page builds
Design and live build inside Unbounce, ClickFunnels, HubSpot, Webflow, and more
Capacity
Capped at 3 agencies a month to protect turnaround and quality
What you get with DesignerDuo
No tiers to compare, no feature gates, one flat rate for everything the subscription covers.
Run by Subash (Toptal top 3%) and Ishu (Upwork Top-Rated), the same senior pair on every request rather than whoever's free in a larger roster.
Whatever You Need, We Design It!
Designs that
Drive Results
Frequently asked questions
What's included in the subscription?
Your subscription gives you unlimited design requests, white-label support, direct access to the duo, fast turnaround, and work across product UI, landing pages, websites, sales pages, and marketing assets. We also handle live implementation inside Webflow, Framer, Unbounce, ClickFunnels, HubSpot, WordPress, Shopify, and more.
How many agencies do you work with?
We are currently only taking 3 agencies a month. We intentionally keep capacity limited so we can stay close to every client and protect quality. That means fewer agency partners, stronger communication, and better long-term results.
Can I pause my plan?
Yes, you can pause when you do not have enough design work to fill up the entire month. Perhaps you only have one or two design requests at the moment. That's where pausing your subscription comes in handy.
Billing cycles are based on a 30-day period. Let's say you sign up and use the service for 15 days, and then decide to pause your subscription. This means that the billing cycle will be paused and you'll have 15 days of service remaining to be used anytime in the future.
How fast will I receive my designs?
Most requests are completed within 1-3 business days. Turnaround times depend on the complexity of the task, but we prioritize both speed and quality.
Who will be working on my designs?
You will work directly with the designer duo, Subash and Ishu. No project managers, no freelancer pool, and no handoff chain.
Why not hire a full-time designer?
A full-time hire gives you one person, one salary, and one set of skills. DesignerDuo gives you a senior pair that can think strategically, design well, and support your agency without the overhead of hiring, managing, and replacing staff.
Testimonials
Real Clients. Real Results.
"Ishu has a fantastic eye for design, communicates well and works incredibly fast. No hesitation in recommending her for any job she believes she help with."
Reid Bates
Marketing Manager at Knowledge Source
"Subash is great to work with. He gets tasks done quickly and consistently produces high quality work. I will continue to work with him on future projects."
Malcolm Felt
Product Leader
"Subash continues to be one of the best UI designers we've hired on Upwork. Working together for several years across multiple companies. His experience is well worth it."
Ryan Haidinger
CEO at Lootly
"Subash is absolute pleasure to work with. Highly dedicated, rare mixture of expertise and humility, Subash is a pure blend of genius and expression when it comes to UI/UX."
Sanjeev Shrestha
Principal Software Engineer
"I worked with Woof over the last couple of years in bringing a web and mobile concept to the market. Very impressed with their ability to build a complete solution that requires both front end and database work in a timely manner."
Anup Yanamandra
Founder & CEO
"I worked with Woof over the last couple of years in bringing a web and mobile concept to the market. Very impressed with their ability to build a complete solution that requires both front end and database work in a timely manner."
Anup Yanamandra
Founder & CEO
"Subash is absolute pleasure to work with. Highly dedicated, rare mixture of expertise and humility, Subash is a pure blend of genius and expression when it comes to UI/UX."
Sanjeev Shrestha
Principal Software Engineer
"Subash continues to be one of the best UI designers we've hired on Upwork. Working together for several years across multiple companies. His experience is well worth it."
Ryan Haidinger
CEO at Lootly
"Subash is great to work with. He gets tasks done quickly and consistently produces high quality work. I will continue to work with him on future projects."
Malcolm Felt
Product Leader
"Ishu has a fantastic eye for design, communicates well and works incredibly fast. No hesitation in recommending her for any job she believes she help with."
Reid Bates
Marketing Manager at Knowledge Source
Explore our services
We Only Take 3
Agencies a Month,
Book My Strategy Call
In a 15-30 minutes introductory call, we'll cover-
- Your project goals
- Address any questions you may have
- Determine what services or plan is best for you
August 2026
