- How much does a fractional CTO cost per hour? Most fractional CTOs charge $200 to $500/hr, but Continuum works on fixed-scope and monthly-retainer pricing instead of hourly billing.
- Is a fractional CTO worth it for a startup? Yes for non-technical founders or small technical teams; it costs a fraction of a full-time hire while providing senior-level judgment when it matters.
- How long do engagements last? Project work like Ship Fix runs days to weeks. Continuum plans typically run months to years.
- Do you write code? Yes, especially at the Ship Fix and Continuum Partner tiers, alongside strategic guidance on what not to build.