Rossware vs ServiceM8

Rossware provides software and support for appliance repair businesses, centered on ServiceDesk. The Windows desktop application handles calls, jobs, scheduling, dispatch, inventory, reporting, estimates, and invoicing. SD-Mobile lets technicians view jobs, check in and out, submit post-visit reports, and return information to ServiceDesk on Android and iOS; an older Windows version also exists. Rossware offers Windows server hosting for remote desktop access from Windows, Mac, iOS, or Android, with some Mac functionality limited. Dispatch integrations include ServiceBench, ServiceLive, Dispatch.me, Service Power, LG, and Samsung. SD-CyberOffice provides an embeddable booking widget using live availability. Optional route optimization considers technicians, jobs, timeframes, skillsets, and lunch breaks, with per-use charges. ServiceDesk exports sales reports for QuickBooks rather than integrating directly. Core ServiceDesk software is $199 a month with a six-month minimum commitment; hosting starts at $299 a month.

ServiceM8 is job management software for contractors, with tools for recurring jobs, route optimization, invoicing and payments. Teams can track staff locations and job progress, use messaging and activity feeds, and manage timesheets. Customers have a portal, and the service supports offline use. Contractors can accept card payments on site, online or through Tap to Pay on iPhone. Accounting integrations include Xero, QuickBooks Online and MYOB; other listed connections include Mailchimp, Deputy, n8n, Zapier, add-ons and a REST API. Security features include two-step authentication and a 90-day account activity log. ServiceM8 is listed for Android, iOS and macOS, and its desktop app is available for Mac or PC. The free plan covers one user and 30 jobs per month, with SMS at 10c per message. Paid plans provide unlimited users and range from $29 to $349 per month; prices are in AUD and include GST. A 14-day trial is listed, and the homepage says there are no hidden fees or contracts.