About Brigade

Brigade is an independent publication dedicated to helping freelance designers, developers, and creative agencies find the right tools to run and grow their businesses.

Our mission

The software landscape for creative professionals is crowded and confusing. Every year brings hundreds of new tools, AI features, and pricing changes. We cut through the noise with honest, in-depth reviews that tell you what each tool is actually like to use — and who it's really for.

How we work

We test every tool we review. Our goal is to give you the same honest assessment you'd get from a knowledgeable friend in the industry — not a marketing brochure.

Affiliate disclosure: Brigade participates in affiliate programs. If you purchase a tool through our links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This is how we sustain the site and keep our reviews free. Our editorial judgment is never influenced by affiliate relationships.

Who we are

Brigade is built and maintained by The Brigade Team — a small group of designers and developers who use these tools daily. We don't accept paid placements or sponsored content.

Contact

Have a tool you'd like us to review? Spotted an error? Reach us at hello@brigade.design.