Agency Comparison
The Brink Agency vs Hike One
Two top-rated UX agencies in Amsterdam.
Side by side
Key data on both agencies. The accent dot marks where one leads.
| The Brink Agency | Hike One | |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | ●71.5/100 | 70.8/100 |
| Hourly rate | €100-149/hr | Contact for rates |
| Team size | ●11-50 | 10-49 |
| Location | Amsterdam, Netherlands | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Founded | — | — |
| Tier | Free | Free |
| Last reviewed | Feb 11, 2026 | Feb 11, 2026 |
What we said about each
What we said about The Brink Agency
"The Brink Agency publishes 7+ case studies spanning identity (KPCN Dutch Caribbean Police, TUI, Mizuno), development (Energetech, AME medical platform, Zwart Techniek), and 3D technology (Muuble configurator, Waterschap). The KPCN case stands out—documenting on-site fieldwork across Bonaire, Saba, and Sint Eustatius with interviews, cultural workshops, and a structured three-volume deliverable (strategy, cultural research, visual identity). Portfolio strength is in branding and identity rather…"
— UXAgencies editorial team, reviewed Feb 11, 2026
Read full review →What we said about Hike One
"Hike One publishes 11+ case studies focused on complex B2B software—Awell Health (healthcare treatment platform), TKP Pension (serving 23 funds), Marktplaats (journey mapping), Signify (multi-brand design system), Hoogendoorn (climate management UI), and Lightyear (solar car companion app). The Awell Health case documents co-creation workshops, lean prototyping with user testing, and delivery of a living design library. Top 3 in EMERCE100 for 5 consecutive years."
— UXAgencies editorial team, reviewed Feb 11, 2026
Read full review →Best for
Where each agency measurably leads — on pricing, team capacity, declared specializations, and editorial scoring. Use these to match an agency to your project priorities.
Choose The Brink Agency if you need
- •broader service offering — also covers Brand Design and Web Development
- •a proven portfolio (score 71.5/100)
Choose Hike One if you need
- •disclosed specialization in FinTech / Healthcare
- •broader service offering — also covers Product Design and UX/UI Design
Strengths and watch-outs
Both upsides and risks, straight from our editorial assessments.
The Brink Agency
✓ Strengths
- •KPCN case documents on-site research across 3 Caribbean islands with interviews, workshops, and a structured 3-volume strategy-to-identity deliverable
- •Active thought leadership blog covering topics from vibe coding to cultural resonance KPIs—signals design thinking beyond execution
- •Named clients include TUI, Mizuno, and Dutch government institutions—verifiable and cross-sector
⚠ Watch-outs
- •Portfolio is primarily branding and identity work—clarify dedicated UX/UI product design capability if your project is a digital product or app
- •No measurable digital outcomes visible in case studies (conversion rates, task completion, adoption)—ask for specific metrics from past development projects
- •Minimum engagement fee of €1,000 noted on site—confirm project scoping and pricing structure early
Hike One
✓ Strengths
- •Awell Health case documents co-creation, lean prototyping with user testing, and a living design library—visible UX process maturity
- •Top 3 EMERCE100 for 5 consecutive years with named enterprise clients—Marktplaats, Signify, TKP Pension, Heineken, Liberty Global
- •Structured service model (Discovery, Realisation, Coaching) with a published UX Playbook—signals methodology beyond individual projects
⚠ Watch-outs
- •Hourly rate is not publicly listed—request pricing early to confirm fit with your budget
- •Portfolio cases describe design process but rarely include measurable business outcomes (conversion rates, adoption metrics)—ask for specific impact data
- •Team of 10–49 working with major enterprise clients—confirm availability and whether your project will get senior attention
Service coverage
Where each agency overlaps and where each is unique.
Only The Brink Agency
- •Brand Design
- •Web Development
- •3D Design
Both
None.
Only Hike One
- •Product Design
- •UX/UI Design
- •Product Discovery
Industry coverage
Where each agency overlaps and where each is unique.
Pricing math
Estimated cost of a typical 12-week senior engagement (~480 hours), at each agency's published rate.
The Brink Agency
Rate: €100-149/hr
€48,000–€71,520
Hike One
Contact for rates
Pricing is comparable between the two — choose based on specialization rather than cost.
Frequently asked questions
- Which scores higher overall, The Brink Agency or Hike One?
- The Brink Agency scores 71.5/100, 0.7 points higher than Hike One at 70.8/100. Both portfolio quality and business credibility feed into the score — see our methodology for the full breakdown.
- When should I consider both The Brink Agency and Hike One?
- Consider running parallel discovery briefs with The Brink Agency and Hike One if your project spans multiple workstreams, you want competitive proposals to compare scope and approach, or you're undecided between the specialization angles each brings (see the Best for cards above). Most engagements ultimately go with one — but the parallel-brief phase is a low-cost way to validate fit.
Read the full reviews
Side-by-side comparison is a starting point. The full editorial reviews include portfolio analysis, case studies, and the buyer-strength / watch-out detail behind the bullets above.
Comparison last updated May 29, 2026. Most recently reviewed: The Brink Agency on February 11, 2026. How we rank