loTouch vs Pool Service Software (PSS)
loTouch
lotouch.ca
Pool Service Software (PSS)
poolservice.softwareSide by side
| Figure | loTouch | Pool Service Software (PSS) |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $0.95/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 4 |
| Spec score · Pool Service Software | 8.1 (#7) | 8.0 (#12) |
| Support | The pricing page says a human reads quote requests and replies within one business day. | The site says customers can contact support and that submitting Orenda advice tickets from PSS is included in all subscription plans. |
Plans
loTouch
- Small team (1–10 field providers)C$400, paid once
- Growing operation (11–25 field providers)C$600, paid once
- Multi-region (26–60 field providers)C$800, paid once
Pool Service Software (PSS)
- Free PlanFree
- Wave Maker$0.95 a month
- Dive In$49.99 a month
- Ripple Effect$99 a month
In their own words
Pool Service Software (PSS)
Pool Service Software (PSS) gives pool service businesses tools for routing, jobs and quotes, invoices and payments, visit tasks, reports, equipment records, and GPS features. Routes can be optimized, with estimated work hours, mileage, gas costs, and dosage costs shown by stop and day. Users can track quote approvals, schedule single- or multi-day jobs, and attach photos or videos to job invoices. PSS records water readings and dosages and calculates LSI at service stops, with optional borate consideration. Invoicing options include online payments, client AutoPay, monthly automatic invoices, per-visit billing, and bulk actions. Integrations include Orenda Technologies, LaMotte digital meters, QuickBooks Online, and Stripe. LaMotte SpinTouch and ColorQ 2x readings can be sent by Bluetooth for LSI calculation; PSS can link its invoices to QuickBooks Online invoices. The free plan is free for up to 10 properties, with all features included. Dive In costs $49.99 a month for 11 to 50 properties. Pricing ranges assume one property per client, and Stripe fees are 2.9% plus 30 cents of the invoice amount paid.