AgencyQueue vs Copilot / Assembly
AgencyQueue vs Copilot / Assembly (2026): Design Queue vs General Portal
TL;DR verdict
Copilot (which rebranded to Assembly in September 2025) is a horizontal client portal built for accounting, legal, and consulting firms: its free tier caps at 5 client contacts, Starter is $49/mo for 1 user (50 clients, keeps badge), and removing the badge requires the $149/mo monthly plan ($99/mo annual, 3 users) or $499/mo Advanced. More importantly, it lacks a native single-file subscription design queue and {x,y} pinpoint proofing out of the box. AgencyQueue gives subscription design agencies both on Free ($0/mo) and unlimited seats + full white-label on Pro ($49/mo flat).
Copilot / Assembly · 5 seats
$247
AgencyQueue Pro · 5 seats
$49
You save
$2376/yr
Copilot / Assembly Professional with badge removal ($149/mo base for 3 users + 2 extra users = ~$247/mo monthly; or $499/mo Advanced) vs AgencyQueue Pro $49/mo flat for unlimited users. Prices are list estimates; verify on copilot.com / assembly.com.
Pricing breakdown
Team Seat Scaling Matrix (1, 3, 5, 10, 15, 25 Seats)
| Team Seats | Copilot / Assembly / mo | AgencyQueue Free | AgencyQueue Pro (Flat) | Annual Savings vs Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $39 | $0/mo | $49/mo | -$120/yr |
| 3 | $117 | Over 2-seat limit | $49/mo | $816/yr |
| 5 | $195 | Over 2-seat limit | $49/mo | $1752/yr |
| 10 | $390 | Over 2-seat limit | $49/mo | $4092/yr |
| 15 | $585 | Over 2-seat limit | $49/mo | $6432/yr |
| 25 | $975 | Over 2-seat limit | $49/mo | $11112/yr |
List-price estimates; verify current plans and seat allowances with copilot.com / assembly.com. Free also requires 3 or fewer active clients.
Feature matrix
| Feature | AgencyQueue | Copilot / Assembly |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose-built single-file priority queue (1 active task) | Native, auto-promotes #2 task when #1 is approved | No native single-file design queue out of the box |
| Native image/PDF pinpoint comments ({x,y}) | Included on Free & Pro (up to 25 MB + external links) | No native {x,y} proofing canvas out of the box |
| Accountless magic-link client portal | Yes — no client passwords | Client portal login standard |
| Inbound email-to-request intake | Yes, dedicated per-client alias | Portal messaging / forms |
| Scanner-safe POST-guarded approval | Yes (GET is read-only) | Not applicable (no native design approval gate) |
| Stripe setup fee + retainer in one checkout | Yes, $0 platform fee (Connect Standard) | Yes |
| White-label badge removal + 5 internal seats | $49/mo flat (unlimited seats) | $149+/mo ($99/mo annual for 3 users + extra seat fees) |
| Per-seat pricing | $0 per seat (unlimited on Pro) | Tiered user caps & per-user scaling |
Choose AgencyQueue when…
- You run a subscription design or creative agency that needs an enforced 1-active-task priority queue and {x,y} visual proofing out of the box
- You want full white-label and unlimited team seats for $49/mo flat instead of $149–$499/mo
- Your clients want to send tasks via email and approve via magic link without logging into a portal
Choose Copilot / Assembly when…
- You run an accounting, legal, or general consulting firm needing e-signatures, tax document collection, and embedded third-party apps
FAQ
Did Copilot rebrand to Assembly?
Yes, Copilot (copilot.com) rebranded to Assembly (assembly.com) in September 2025 as a horizontal client portal for service businesses. AgencyQueue is purpose-built specifically for subscription design and creative request queues.
Why choose AgencyQueue over Copilot / Assembly for a design subscription?
Copilot/Assembly is a horizontal portal that lacks a native single-file priority queue and {x,y} visual proofing out of the box, and charges $149/mo (monthly) for 3 users to remove its badge. AgencyQueue includes single-file queue auto-advance, {x,y} proofing, accountless magic links, full white-label, and unlimited seats for $49/mo flat.