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StrategyMarch 15, 2026Kräfte Team

Pay-Per-Lead vs Retainer: Which Model is Right for Your Business?

Comparing pay-per-lead and retainer pricing models for B2B lead generation. Learn why results-based pricing reduces risk and drives accountability.


The Pricing Dilemma

When outsourcing lead generation, one of the biggest decisions is the pricing model. The two most common approaches are retainer-based and pay-per-lead. Each has its merits, but for most B2B companies, one clearly outperforms the other.

Retainer Model

With a retainer, you pay a fixed monthly fee regardless of results. This model:

  • Provides predictable costs for budgeting
  • May include additional services (strategy, reporting)
  • Puts the financial risk on you, not the provider
  • Can lead to complacency if results aren't tied to payment

Pay-Per-Lead Model

With pay-per-lead, you only pay when a qualified lead is delivered. This model:

  • Eliminates financial risk — no results, no cost
  • Creates strong accountability for the provider
  • Makes ROI calculation simple and transparent
  • Aligns incentives between you and your lead gen partner

Why Kräfte Chose Pay-Per-Lead

At Kräfte, we charge $200 per qualified lead. We chose this model because:

  1. It proves our confidence — we only get paid when we deliver
  2. It reduces your risk — no retainers, no setup fees, no long-term contracts
  3. It creates transparency — you know exactly what each meeting costs
  4. It drives accountability — our team is motivated to deliver quality, not just quantity

The Replacement Guarantee

We take it a step further with our replacement policy. If a lead doesn't meet the agreed BANT criteria after attending the meeting, we provide a free replacement. This ensures you're never paying for unqualified meetings.

Making the Right Choice

If you're evaluating lead generation partners, ask yourself: would you rather pay for effort or for results? At Kräfte, we believe results speak louder than activity reports.