Continuum vs York IE

Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Fractional COOs (2026). Last verified May 31, 2026.

The short answer

Continuum ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #9) for Founders needing fractional ops leadership. A modern, flexible model perfectly tailored for the venture-backed startup ecosystem.

At a glance

ContinuumYork IE
Top 11 rank#3 / The 11 Best Fractional COOs (2026)#9 / The 11 Best Fractional COOs (2026)
Score (out of 9.4)8.97.6
Best forVenture-backed startupsHybrid advisory, ops, and investment
Pricing$$$$ ($8,000 to $20,000/mo)$$$$ ($8,000 to $20,000/mo)
HQNew York, USAManchester, USA
Founded20182019

Continuum

A modern, flexible model perfectly tailored for the venture-backed startup ecosystem.

continuum.net/

See full entry in The 11 Best Fractional COOs (2026)

York IE

Unique model combining operational support with go-to-market advisory and investment.

york.ie/

See full entry in The 11 Best Fractional COOs (2026)

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