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Tradify alternatives
Tradify compared with 5 alternatives: ServiceM8, Fergus, Jobber, Housecall Pro and Joist.
Tradify is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $47 per user / month. 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 18, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| TradifyThis tool | Free trial · from $47/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| ServiceM8 | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Fergus | Free trial · from $31/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS |
| Jobber | Free trial · from $29/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Housecall Pro | Free trial · from $59/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Joist | Free trial · from $8.34/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Tradify starts at $47 a month for each person and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 4 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: ServiceM8, Fergus, Jobber and Joist.
Housecall Pro scores higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Tradify
- Free plan · from $29/mo
ServiceM8
Job management for trades, priced by jobs a month, not users
- ServiceM8 starts at $29 per month for up to 50 new jobs, unlimited users. Tradify starts at $47 per user / month.
- ServiceM8 has a free plan. Tradify does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only ServiceM8 lists macOS and Windows apps.
- ServiceM8 also covers time clock and appointment booking.
- Tradify also covers time tracking.
Suits: Small trade businesses that want unlimited users at a flat price
- Free trial · from $31/mo
Fergus
Job management for trade businesses, from a New Zealand company
- Fergus starts at $31 per full user / month and up, billed monthly. Tradify starts at $47 per user / month.
- Only Tradify lists an Android app.
Suits: Electrical and plumbing businesses that track materials and costs per job
- Free trial · from $29/mo
Jobber
Quotes, scheduling and payments for home service businesses
- Jobber starts at $29 per month for 1 user, billed annually ($49 billed monthly). Tradify starts at $47 per user / month.
- Jobber also covers business texting and appointment booking.
Suits: Lawn care, cleaning and other home service businesses with recurring visits
- Free trial · from $59/mo
Housecall Pro
Scheduling, quotes and payments for home service businesses
- Housecall Pro starts at $59 per month for 1 user, billed annually ($79 billed monthly). Tradify starts at $47 per user / month.
- Housecall Pro also covers appointment booking and review collection.
- Tradify also covers time tracking.
Suits: Home service trades such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical and cleaning
- Free trial · from $8.34/mo
Joist
Estimates, invoices and payments app for solo contractors
- Joist starts at $8.34 per month, billed annually ($10 billed monthly). Tradify starts at $47 per user / month.
- Joist also covers expense tracking and review collection.
- Tradify also covers time tracking.
Suits: Solo contractors who mainly need estimates, invoices and payments
Limits worth knowing in Tradify
- Every plan is priced per user, so the bill grows with each staff member who logs in.
- Timesheets, job costing, recurring jobs and progress invoicing need Pro; AI tools, purchase orders and reports need Plus.
- There is no free plan; an Instant Website is an add-on at $12 a month on any plan.
- Accounting sync is listed for Xero and QuickBooks Online only.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Tradify?
The alternatives to Tradify in this directory are ServiceM8, Fergus, Jobber, Housecall Pro and Joist. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Tradify.
Is there a free alternative to Tradify?
Yes. ServiceM8 has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Tradify alternatives work on Windows?
The Tradify listing does not include a Windows app. ServiceM8 lists one.
Which Tradify alternatives work on macOS?
The Tradify listing does not include a macOS app. ServiceM8 lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Oct 18, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.