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Contra | Portfolios vs self.cv
Compare what each tool does, what it costs, and how it fits your workflow.
Designed for
AI-powered freelance portfolios with payments, contracts, and growth tools built in.
Turn your resume into a website recruiters remember.
Primary task
Portfolio websites
Portfolio websites
Pricing
Free Trial · Trial; then from $17/mo
Freemium · Free + from $3.4/mo
Pricing details
Free + from $17/mo
Free + from $3.4/mo
Billing cycle
Monthly
Monthly
API access
Not documented
Not documented
Platforms
Web
Web
Integrations
Not documented
LinkedIn
Source rating
5.0 / 5 · 1 ratings
5.0 / 5 · 1 ratings
Catalog views
4.4k
3.4k
Estimated monthly traffic
1.1M
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Catalog imported
29 Aug 2026
31 Aug 2026
Listed strengths
- Commission-free payments
- Fast AI-powered portfolio creation
- Built-in contracts and invoicing
- Custom domains supported
- Analytics to measure growth
- Instant upload feature
- Creates responsive layout
- Designed for desktop and mobile
- Offers free personal subdomain
- Includes editing tools
Listed limitations
- Advanced features locked behind Contra Pro
- Limited portfolio customization without upgrading
- Relies on Contra ecosystem for maximum benefit
- AI content may need manual refinement
- Some clients may prefer traditional resumes or portfolios
- Requires account for publishing
- Free version includes brand badge
- Limited daily page generations
- Additional costs for premium features
- SEO controls locked for Free