ServiceM8 vs ServiceWorks

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.

ServiceWorks is cloud-based field service management software for repair, installation and maintenance businesses. It covers scheduling, dispatch, field work, inventory, customer communication, estimates, invoicing, payments, service agreements, equipment histories and reporting. Field features include mobile and offline access, custom job forms, eSignatures, GPS tracking and attachments. A branded customer portal supports scheduling, payments and service history, while communication automation includes SMS and notifications. The POS connects retail sales to delivery, installation and future service, keeping inventory, payments and customer history connected. Integrations include QuickBooks Online and Desktop, Shopify, Square, Authorize.Net, Stripe, Mailchimp and Zapier. The API connects approved customers and partners with external websites, portals, apps, CRMs, OEM systems, accounting platforms and internal tools. Subscriptions require onboarding with configuration and guided product training. The maker, ServiceWorks, was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Creve Coeur, Missouri, United States.