BrainO vs HaulHQ

BrainO is construction management software for contractors and home-service businesses. It brings leads, projects, invoicing, payments, and homeowner communication together with scheduling, proposals, estimates, contracts, e-signatures, dispatch, daily logs, permits, crew management, and GPS tracking. A client portal supports customer communication, while listed AI tools cover scope generation, estimating, dispatch assistance, and lead capture. The iOS and Android apps list offline mode, push alerts, GPS dispatch, and camera uploads; web and API access are also listed. Payment processing uses Stripe Connect Express, and WhatsApp integration supports sharing leads and dispatch information with team members. BrainO describes e-signature, invoicing, contracts, and scheduling as built in. It is available in the United States and Canada. The Free plan is listed as free and allows 3 active projects and 2 team members. A 30-day free trial requires no credit card. Paid plans listed are Starter at $149 a month, Pro at $299 a month, and Business at $499 a month.

HaulHQ is hauling business software for junk removal and dumpster rental operators. It brings lead intake, job scheduling, payments, and customer follow-up into one service, available on Android, iOS, and the web. Leads can arrive through a zip-first form that sends instant text and email replies, or an AI chatbot that qualifies inquiries, gives price ranges, and books jobs. For dispatch, teams get drag-and-drop tools, a driver app, optional live crew location, and a calendar with arrival windows. Payment options include Stripe card payments, payment links, invoices, and on-site card, cash, or check collection. HaulHQ also offers two-way texting, automated follow-ups and Google review requests, and a customer portal accessed by magic link. A margin calculator estimates quote profit from disposal fees, labor, and fuel; revenue reporting is included. The free base plan has no monthly subscription, charges $1.50 per completed job and 1.5% on card payments on top of Stripe’s rate, with fees capped at $149/mo per service type. The first five jobs are free.