Consultant vs Agency
Marghella Marketing vs a Marketing Agency.
Which is right for your business?
If you're a Buckinghamshire or Milton Keynes business choosing between a big agency and an independent consultant, here's the honest difference, including when you should pick the agency.
Side by Side
An honest comparison, including where an agency is the better fit.
| Marghella Marketing | Typical marketing agency | |
|---|---|---|
| Who does the work | You work with me directly, start to finish | Usually an account manager, with the work passed to a team |
| Contract | Rolling monthly, or a fixed-price project | Often a 6 or 12-month minimum |
| Pricing | Published on the website | Usually quoted after a sales call |
| Reporting | A one-page monthly report on enquiries and visibility | Varies; often traffic and rankings dashboards |
| Capacity | One person, so a limited number of clients at once | Larger team, can run many channels at once |
| Best for | Owner-run businesses in Bucks and MK that want direct, measurable growth | Businesses with big ad budgets or many channels running at scale |
Consultant or Agency: FAQs
Is a freelancer or consultant cheaper than a marketing agency?
Often, because you aren't paying for account managers and office overheads. My prices are published: websites typically £3,000–£6,000, local SEO from £599 a month.
When is an agency the better choice?
If you're spending heavily on paid ads across several platforms, need a large volume of content every week, or want a team available at all hours, an agency's capacity is worth paying for.
Can you work alongside my existing agency?
Yes. Some clients use me for strategy, SEO or their website while an agency runs their ads.
Services
Explore the Services
Websites · £3,000–£6,000
Websites That Win Enquiries
Conversion-first sites with strategy, messaging and SEO built in. Typically live in 4–8 weeks.
See web design → Local SEO · from £599/monthSEO in High Wycombe
Google Maps, local search and AI search visibility, with a monthly report on calls and enquiries.
See local SEO → Brand & MessagingBrand Positioning
Messaging that makes your ideal customers choose you before they call a competitor.
See brand positioning →Not Sure Which You Need?
Tell me what you're trying to grow. If an agency is the better fit, I'll tell you.