PilotSuite

Software Comparison

Jobber vs ServiceM8

Side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right tool for your business.

Quick Verdict

Jobber

Best all-around for small-to-mid service businesses

Best all-around pick for small-to-mid service businesses who want simplicity without sacrificing features.

ServiceM8

Pay-per-job pricing — only pay for what you use

Best for solo operators and micro-teams who want pay-per-job pricing instead of per-user fees.

Pricing

Jobber

$39/mo – $249/mo

PlanPriceNotes
Core$39/mo1 user
Connect$119/moUp to 5 users
Grow$249/moUp to 15 users

ServiceM8

$0/mo – $120/mo

PlanPriceNotes
Free$0/moUp to 5 jobs
Starter$29/mo15 jobs
Growing$79/mo150 jobs
Premium$120/mo500 jobs

Feature Comparison

FeatureJobberServiceM8
Scheduling & Calendar
Dispatching
Invoicing
Estimates & Quotes
Online Payments
GPS Tracking
CRM / Customer Management
Marketing Tools
Reporting & Analytics
Mobile App
QuickBooks Integration
Customer Portal
Inventory Management
Fleet Tracking
Proposal Builder

Strengths & Weaknesses

Jobber

Strengths

  • +ease
  • +Scheduling & Calendar
  • +Online Payments
  • +communication

Weaknesses

  • -Limited reporting on lower tiers
  • -No built-in fleet tracking
  • -Marketing tools are basic

ServiceM8

Strengths

  • +ease
  • +Scheduling & Calendar

Weaknesses

  • -Limited advanced features
  • -No built-in payments in all regions
  • -Basic reporting

Best Fit by Industry

HVAC, Plumbing & ElectricalJobberMore features (11 vs 9)
Cleaning & Maid ServicesJobberMore features (11 vs 9)
Landscaping & Lawn CareJobberMore features (11 vs 9)
Pest Control, Pool, Roofing & MoreJobberMore features (11 vs 9)
General Field ServiceJobberMore features (11 vs 9)

Jobber

Best all-around for small-to-mid service businesses

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ServiceM8

Pay-per-job pricing — only pay for what you use

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