BigChange vs Contractor+
Head-to-head comparison of pricing, features, integrations, and use-case fit.
BigChange
JobWatch field service platform (UK-rooted, expanding globally)
- Starting price
- Custom quote
- Aggregate rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Best team size
- 25-500
- Free trial
- No
Contractor+
Free all-in-one estimating, invoicing, and job app for contractors
- Starting price
- Free tier available
- Aggregate rating
- 4.7 / 5
- Best team size
- 1-10
- Free trial
- No
What actually separates them
Only the points where BigChange and Contractor+ genuinely differ, from our verified data. Everything they share is further down.
- → Price transparency: Contractor+ publishes a starting price (Free tier available). BigChange does not, so comparing them costs you a sales call.
- → Trades served: Contractor+ covers Handyman Services. The other does not.
- → Integrations: only BigChange connects to xero, sage, salesforce; only Contractor+ connects to square.
- → Features the other lacks: BigChange has dispatching, vehicle_tracking, stock_control; Contractor+ has estimates_quotes, payment_processing, customer_portal.
Quick verdict
BigChange: Mid-large field service organizations 25+ techs running mixed fleet + service operations.
Contractor+: Solo contractors and small trades teams that want a genuinely free, all-in-one estimating, invoicing, and job-management app on mobile.
User ratings favor Contractor+ (4.7 vs 4.5).
Decision matrix — which one is right for you?
Pick BigChange if…
- → Your situation matches BigChange's target profile: Mid-large field service organizations 25+ techs running mixed fleet + service operations
- → Integration ecosystem matters — BigChange has 4 native integrations vs Contractor+'s 2
Pick Contractor+ if…
- → Your situation matches Contractor+'s target profile: Solo contractors and small trades teams that want a genuinely free, all-in-one estimating, invoicing, and job-management app on mobile
- → Post-purchase satisfaction matters — Contractor+ has a higher aggregate user rating (4.7 vs 4.5 on G2 + Capterra)
Pricing side-by-side
| Tier | BigChange | Contractor+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Starter — Custom | Freedom (Free) — Free |
| Tier 2 | Pro — Custom | Pro — $29/mo |
| Tier 3 | Enterprise — Custom | Pro Team — $58/mo |
BigChange uses custom-quoted pricing (typically $250-$800/user/mo for enterprise FSM platforms); Contractor+ has transparent public pricing starting at $0/mo. If budget predictability matters, Contractor+ wins on transparency alone. If you need enterprise-tier features and don't mind the sales process, BigChange's custom pricing reflects the deeper feature set.
Pros & cons
BigChange
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + Covers 5 trade verticals — strong multi-vertical fit
- + 12 years of product maturity (founded 2014)
- − Heavy on UK/EU market
- − Longer implementation
- − Opaque US pricing
- − No public pricing — sales call required for a quote
Contractor+
- + Higher aggregate user rating (4.7 / 5)
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + Covers 6 trade verticals — strong multi-vertical fit
- − Lighter feature depth than mature FSM platforms (limited advanced dispatch and reporting)
- − Thinner integration ecosystem
- − Company maturity and longevity less established
- − Teams scaling past ~10 will likely outgrow it
Implementation timeline comparison
BigChange
Not published; the vendor quotes per account, so ask for the onboarding plan in writing before signing
Contractor+
1-3 weeks self-service onboarding
Enterprise-tier platforms ($250+/user/mo) typically require 3-6 months with dedicated admin time, custom pricebook setup, and phased rollout to field techs. Mid-tier platforms reach operational status in 4-8 weeks with optional paid onboarding. Entry-tier platforms are designed for self-service onboarding in 1-3 weeks. Always plan for 2-4 weeks of parallel operation with your existing system before cutting over.
Feature comparison
Only in BigChange
- + dispatching
- + vehicle tracking
- + stock control
- + quoting
- + ai assistant
Both have
- ✓ scheduling
- ✓ invoicing
Only in Contractor+
- + estimates quotes
- + payment processing
- + customer portal
Integrations
Only in BigChange
- + xero
- + sage
- + salesforce
Both integrate with
- ✓ quickbooks
Only in Contractor+
- + square
Which fits better in each trade
| Trade | BigChange fit | Contractor+ fit | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC | 7 / 10 | 7 / 10 | Tie |
| Plumbing | 7 / 10 | 7 / 10 | Tie |
| Electrical | 7 / 10 | 7 / 10 | Tie |
| Landscaping & Lawn Care | 7 / 10 | 6 / 10 | BigChange |
| General Contractors | 7 / 10 | 8 / 10 | Contractor+ |
Vertical-fit scores combine feature coverage, customer base concentration, and the tool's own positioning for the trade. See methodology.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, BigChange or Contractor+?
Neither is universally better — they target different buyers. BigChange is best for Mid-large field service organizations 25+ techs running mixed fleet + service operations. Contractor+ is best for Solo contractors and small trades teams that want a genuinely free, all-in-one estimating, invoicing, and job-management app on mobile. See the decision matrix above for situation-specific guidance, or jump to the per-vertical winner table if you're in a specific trade.
Is BigChange cheaper than Contractor+?
Both BigChange and Contractor+ use custom pricing or have similar entry costs — request quotes from both to compare apples-to-apples for your specific team size.
Can BigChange and Contractor+ integrate with QuickBooks?
BigChange integrates with QuickBooks natively. Contractor+ integrates with QuickBooks natively. Both work with QuickBooks Online; confirm QuickBooks Desktop support before signing if your accountant uses Desktop.
Do BigChange or Contractor+ offer a free trial?
BigChange: no free trial advertised; demo on request. Contractor+: no free trial advertised; demo on request.
How long does BigChange vs Contractor+ take to implement?
BigChange: Not published; the vendor quotes per account, so ask for the onboarding plan in writing before signing. Contractor+: 1-3 weeks self-service onboarding. Implementation length scales with pricing tier — enterprise platforms ($250+/user/mo) require 3-6 months with dedicated admin time; mid-tier platforms typically reach operational status in 4-8 weeks with optional paid onboarding.
Can I migrate from BigChange to Contractor+ (or vice versa)?
Yes, but expect data normalization work. Customer records and active jobs typically import cleanly via CSV. Historical job data, recurring service agreements, and custom pricebooks rarely transfer perfectly — most shops leave historical data in the source system as archival reference rather than migrating it. Budget 2-4 weeks of parallel operation between the two systems during the cutover.
BigChange vs Contractor+: which has better customer support?
Both BigChange and Contractor+ offer email support across all tiers, with phone and live chat typically reserved for higher tiers. Response time SLAs vary by tier — entry-tier customers usually get 24-48 hour email response; enterprise customers get dedicated account managers with same-day response. Read recent G2 reviews specifically for support-quality signals before committing.
Which is better for solo contractors vs growing teams?
For solo contractors and 2-3 person teams, the lower-priced option (either) typically wins on cost without sacrificing core features. For growing teams (5-15 employees), evaluate based on which platform's upper tiers include the features you'll need at your 12-18 month projected scale rather than buying for today's team size. For established 15+ employee operations, the depth of enterprise features (reporting, multi-location, marketing attribution) matters more than entry-tier price.
Need a deeper look?
See our full reviews with detailed pricing tiers, integration depth, and weaknesses.
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