Hot desk vs private office: which one fits your team?

Most coworking spaces offer two core options: flexible hot desks and dedicated private offices. Here is how to decide.

Hot desks

Hot desks are perfect for freelancers and small, distributed teams. You get a professional environment, community events and meeting rooms without a long commitment. The trade-off is that you do not have a fixed spot or a lockable room.

Private offices

Once your team grows past a few people or you handle sensitive work, a private office pays off. You get a lockable, brandable space, more privacy for calls, and a permanent home base - usually with meeting-room credits included.

When to upgrade

If you find yourself booking meeting rooms every day, storing gear in lockers, or struggling to focus in the open area, it is time to move up.