Lancer.app
Lancer.app is an AI-powered tool that automates job application process on Upwork for freelancers and agencies.
On Lancer.app
Lancer is an Upwork-focused AI agent that automates job discovery, proposal writing, and bidding. It replaces manual outreach with AI-driven job filtering, unlimited hyper-targeted campaigns, and real-time notifications. Users report 60% open rates, 21.8% reply rates, and $12.02 cost per meeting booked versus $98.08 without it. The tool is designed for freelancers and agencies who want 24/7 coverage and granular control over campaigns, connects, and timing.
Lancer is the most focused Upwork automation tool we’ve seen. It replaces guesswork with AI-driven job matching and gives users granular control over bidding. The pricing model is usage-based via connects, so teams must budget carefully, but the reported reply rates and cost per meeting are compelling. If you live and die by Upwork leads, this is worth testing.
Key features
- AI-based job filtering for true compatibility
- unlimited targeted campaigns with advanced filters
- personalized proposal generation from your knowledge base
- real-time Slack/Discord notifications
- manual approval mode and auto-apply with delays
- complete bidding control (boost, schedule, reject)
- advanced analytics for performance tracking
- Upwork Outreach Academy for optimization
Pros and cons
- AI-driven job filtering that analyzes true compatibility beyond keywords
- unlimited targeted campaigns with advanced Upwork filters not available elsewhere
- real-time notifications via Slack/Discord and manual approval mode for control
- complete bidding control: boost jobs, schedule bids, reject unsuitable leads
- advanced analytics dashboard for tracking success rates and new opportunities
- Upwork Outreach Academy with expert onboarding videos to improve reply rates
- reported 60% open rate, 21.8% reply rate, and $12.02 cost per meeting booked
- only works with Upwork (no other job platforms)
- pricing is usage-based via connects, which can become expensive at scale
- manual approval mode slows automation; auto-apply requires careful setup to avoid wasted connects
- no refunds for unused connects if you downgrade or cancel
Pricing
- AI job filtering
- basic proposal templates
- manual approval mode
- basic analytics dashboard
- Upwork Outreach Academy access
- AI job filtering
- unlimited proposal templates
- real-time Slack/Discord notifications
- advanced filters (client hire ratios, spending history, screening questions)
- complete bidding control (boost jobs, schedule bids, reject leads)
- advanced analytics (success rates, opportunity alerts)
- Upwork Outreach Academy access
- all Growth features
- priority support
- custom proposal rules
- team collaboration tools
- all Scale features
- dedicated account manager
- API access
- white-label reporting
- custom integrations
Best for
Integrations & platforms
Slack · Discord
Frequently asked questions
Does Lancer work with Upwork accounts outside the US?
Yes. Lancer supports Upwork accounts globally, but you must comply with Upwork’s terms of service for your region.
Can I use my own proposal templates?
Yes. You can import or create your own proposal templates and Lancer will personalize them using your knowledge base.
What happens if I run out of connects?
Lancer sends real-time notifications when you run low on connects or when a bid fails due to insufficient connects.
Is there a refund if I’m not satisfied?
Lancer offers a free trial. Beyond that, there are no refunds for unused connects if you downgrade or cancel your plan.
Can I run multiple campaigns at once?
Yes. All paid plans except Starter allow unlimited campaigns across multiple Upwork accounts.
More in Productivity
