How do I compare a flat-fee quote against an hourly estimate?
Reviewed by
Dominic Davies, patent attorney (20+ years)
· Last reviewed
September 11, 2026
Ask both for the same number: the all-in cost from first draft to a decision on grant, including office actions, in writing. Hourly estimates rarely include prosecution, which is where costs compound, so an estimate-vs-fee comparison flatters the hourly model.
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