15 Pros and Cons of Coworking Spaces (Are They Worth It?)

In the last few years, there’s been an explosion in the number of coworking spaces worldwide. With a rise in the number of people now working remotely, many are now able to ditch “traditional” office workplaces and take advantage of the numerous benefits of coworking spaces.

While there’s no doubt that the freedom that comes with this kind of lifestyle is a total game-changer, one of the main challenges faced by digital nomads is finding a place that’s suitable for getting work done while traveling.

For many people, coworking spaces offer the solution. I’ve been making the most of the digital nomad lifestyle for the last 2 years now and have worked in various coworking spaces around the world.

So, in this post, I’ll be discussing the main benefits of coworking, as well as a few coworking disadvantages.

15 Pros and Cons of Coworking Spaces

To compile this list of coworking spaces’ benefits and disadvantages, I’ve combined my own personal experiences of coworking with those of other people I know.

Not all of these pros and cons of coworking spaces will apply to everyone. Ultimately, everyone’s different, and every remote worker will have their own unique set of requirements and preferences.

That said, I’ve made this list as broadly applicable as possible in order to help as many of you considering the coworking hype for yourself.

What is Coworking?

Coworking essentially means sharing an office-like space with people that you don’t work with. It’s a relatively new style of work and is especially popular among freelancers, entrepreneurs, and digital nomads.

While the majority of coworking users tend to work for themselves, a growing number of companies are allowing their employees to work remotely, at least part of the time. Many of these people choose to work in coworking spaces, rather than at home.

Coworking spaces provide office-style amenities (fast internet, meeting rooms, printers, kitchen facilities, etc.) to people who otherwise might not have access to them. Many spaces also put on social events and other activities to help foster a sense of community among their members.

See also: 15 Best Coworking Spaces in the World

Pros of Coworking Spaces

Every coworking space is different, and some have their own unique advantages. However, these are the main pros of coworking spaces in general:

1. Opportunities for Networking (One of the Biggest Benefits of Coworking…