Agency Comparison
Cyber-Duck vs Method
Two top-rated UX agencies in London.
Side by side
Key data on both agencies. The accent dot marks where one leads.
| Cyber-Duck | Method | |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 77/100 | 77/100 |
| Hourly rate | ●€75-125/hr | €117/hr |
| Team size | 50-99 | 50-99 |
| Location | London, United Kingdom | London, United Kingdom |
| Founded | — | — |
| Tier | Free | Free |
| Last reviewed | Feb 11, 2026 | Feb 11, 2026 |
What we said about each
What we said about Cyber-Duck
"Cyber-Duck (now CACI Digital Experience) publishes detailed case studies for major UK institutions—the Bank of England project documents persona development, content strategy for 4,500+ pages, user testing, and measurable outcomes (308% social traffic increase, 30% longer session times). ISO-certified across human-centred design (9241), quality (9001), and security (27001), with 170+ awards over 20 years. Best for government, healthcare, and finance organizations requiring ISO-accredited UX…"
— UXAgencies editorial team, reviewed Feb 11, 2026
Read full review →What we said about Method
"Method is a strategic design and product development consultancy, part of GlobalLogic (Hitachi), with 25 years of operation. The Jenius Bank case study documents end-to-end engagement from discovery through engineering—including experience benchmarking, prototyping, concept testing, and building a research culture, repository, and knowledge base for the client's product team. Published work spans financial services, consumer brands (Ben & Jerry's, McDonald's), and industrial sectors."
— 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 Cyber-Duck if you need
- •disclosed specialization in Government / Education
- •broader service offering — also covers UX/UI Design and Accessibility
Choose Method if you need
- •broader service offering — also covers Experience Design and UX/UI
- •a proven portfolio (score 77/100)
Strengths and watch-outs
Both upsides and risks, straight from our editorial assessments.
Cyber-Duck
✓ Strengths
- •National Highways project passed GDS Alpha assessment on first attempt—directly relevant if your project must meet Government Digital Service standards
- •Private sector clients visible alongside public sector: Handelsbanken, Worcester Bosch, Cadbury—the ISO-accredited process applies to commercial engagements, not just government
- •Deloitte Technology Fast 500 recognition signals sustained business growth and operational maturity beyond design delivery
⚠ Watch-outs
- •Now part of CACI Digital Experience—confirm team continuity and whether original Cyber-Duck principals lead your engagement
- •ISO-certified process and public sector compliance overhead may mean longer timelines—clarify turnaround expectations upfront
Method
✓ Strengths
- •Published 'Modern Product Approach' framework on the website—ask for the specific process stages and deliverables mapped to your project type before scoping
- •Technology & Engineering is a standalone service line, not a partner referral—single-contract execution from strategy through production code reduces vendor coordination
⚠ Watch-outs
- •Enterprise-scale consultancy backed by GlobalLogic/Hitachi—if you need a small, agile UX team, this may be more organization than your project requires
- •Published case studies feature global brands but limited visible London-specific work—confirm which team and location will lead your engagement
Service coverage
Where each agency overlaps and where each is unique.
Only Cyber-Duck
- •UX/UI Design
- •Accessibility
- •Digital Strategy
Both
None.
Only Method
- •Experience Design
- •UX/UI
- •Digital Transformation
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.
Cyber-Duck
Rate: €75-125/hr
€36,000–€60,000
Method
Rate: €117/hr
€56,160+
For most engagements, Cyber-Duck delivers better ROI per hour. Method's premium reflects brand and tenure rather than specialization disclosed on their profile.
Frequently asked questions
- Which is cheaper, Cyber-Duck or Method?
- Cyber-Duck is cheaper by roughly 15% — €100/hr median vs €117/hr at Method. The premium reflects either brand or specialization — see the editorial pull quotes for context.
- Which has more Healthcare experience, Cyber-Duck or Method?
- Both agencies publish Healthcare case studies. Cyber-Duck has the broader industry stack overall, with disclosed experience in Government, Education beyond their shared focus.
- Which scores higher overall, Cyber-Duck or Method?
- Both score equally well overall (77/100). The deciding factor is specialization — see the editorial quotes and Strengths sections above. Full methodology.
- When should I consider both Cyber-Duck and Method?
- Consider running parallel discovery briefs with Cyber-Duck and Method 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: Cyber-Duck on February 11, 2026. How we rank