ServiceM8 and Tradify are two of the most popular job management apps for Australian tradies. They do a lot of the same things, quoting, scheduling, job cards and invoicing, but they charge in completely different ways. ServiceM8 charges by how many jobs you do. Tradify charges by how many people use it. That difference decides which is cheaper for you.
- ServiceM8 prices by jobs per month, with unlimited users on paid plans. Plans run from free to $349/month (inc GST).
- Tradify prices per user, from $48 to $62 per user per month (ex GST).
- Solo tradies doing a moderate number of jobs often pay less on ServiceM8. Bigger teams doing lots of small jobs may suit Tradify.
- Both offer a 14-day free trial, so test them with real jobs before deciding.
Prices below were checked on 21 October 2026. Both companies change pricing from time to time, so confirm on their websites before you sign up.
ServiceM8 pricing (AUD, inc GST)
| Plan | Price per month | Jobs per month | Users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 30 | 1 |
| Starter | $29 | 50 | Unlimited |
| Growing | $79 | 150 | Unlimited |
| Premium | $149 | 500 | Unlimited |
| Premium Plus | $349 | 1,500+ | Unlimited |
Card payments through ServiceM8 cost between 1.89% + 30c (Free) and 1.19% + 30c (Premium Plus), getting cheaper on bigger plans. Extra SMS are 10c each. Some features, like job costing, are only on Premium and above, and some extras (like ServiceM8 Phone) cost more.
Tradify pricing (AUD, ex GST)
| Plan | Price per user per month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Lite | $48 | Jobs, scheduling, quotes and invoices, Xero and QuickBooks sync |
| Pro | $52 | Adds branding, enquiry form and inbox, job photos, recurring jobs, timesheets |
| Plus | $62 | Adds purchase orders, service reminders, job tasks, bulk invoicing |
| Custom | On request | For larger businesses |
Tradify doesn't limit the number of jobs. You pay for each person who uses it. Add 10% GST to these prices to compare with ServiceM8.
Worked examples
ServiceM8 Growing: $79/month inc GST (Starter only covers 50 jobs). Tradify Pro, 1 user: $52 + GST = about $57/month. Tradify is a little cheaper here. If you only do 40 jobs a month, ServiceM8 Starter at $29 wins easily.
ServiceM8 Growing: $79/month inc GST, with unlimited users. Tradify Pro, 4 users: 4 × $52 + GST = about $229/month. ServiceM8 is much cheaper for a team.
ServiceM8 Premium: $149/month inc GST. Tradify Pro, 2 users: 2 × $52 + GST = about $114/month. Tradify is cheaper for high job volume with a small team.
The pattern: ServiceM8 gets better value as you add staff. Tradify gets better value as you add jobs.
Beyond price: how they differ
- iPhone vs Android: ServiceM8 has historically been strongest on iPhone and iPad. Tradify works across iPhone, Android and web. If your team uses Android, check ServiceM8's current support before committing.
- Ease of use: both are designed for tradies, not office staff. Tradify is often described as simpler to pick up; ServiceM8 has more depth and add-ons.
- Accounting: both connect to Xero and QuickBooks.
- Online booking and enquiries: both have options to take enquiries online, and both can link from your website.
Put the same three or four real jobs through each app during the free trial: quote, schedule, complete, invoice. You'll know within a week which one suits how you work.
Don't forget the front end
Job management software looks after the job once you've won it. You still need customers to find you and get in touch. Your website and Google profile do that job, and the faster you reply to enquiries, the more of them turn into booked work. Read what should be on a tradie website and why the fastest reply wins the job for more.
Win the job before it reaches your job app
Our tradie websites send enquiries straight to your phone, with an enquiry management dashboard to track every lead.
Frequently asked questions
It depends on your team size and job volume. ServiceM8 charges by jobs per month with unlimited users, so it's usually cheaper for teams. Tradify charges per user, so it can be cheaper for one or two people doing lots of jobs.
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