Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) vs Jobber
Head-to-head comparison of pricing, features, integrations, and use-case fit.
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)
Quality control and operations platform for commercial cleaning
- Starting price
- Custom quote
- Aggregate rating
- 4.3 / 5
- Best team size
- 10-500
- Free trial
- No
Jobber
Field service management for growing service businesses
- Starting price
- From $29/mo
- Aggregate rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Best team size
- 1-30
- Free trial
- 14 days
What actually separates them
Only the points where Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) and Jobber genuinely differ, from our verified data. Everything they share is further down.
- → Price transparency: Jobber publishes a starting price (From $29/mo). Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) does not, so comparing them costs you a sales call.
- → Trades served: Jobber covers HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Landscaping & Lawn Care, Handyman Services, Waste & Junk Removal, Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning. The other does not.
- → Free trial: Jobber runs a 14-day trial. Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) has none, so you evaluate it on a demo.
- → Integrations: only Jobber connects to stripe, google calendar, mailchimp, google local services.
- → Features the other lacks: Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) has quality_inspections, work_orders, customer_portal; Jobber has scheduling, invoicing, client_portal.
Quick verdict
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent): Commercial janitorial operations (10-500 employees) needing QC inspection workflows and customer survey/feedback management.
Jobber: Small-to-mid trades businesses (1-30 employees) wanting modern UX with strong CRM.
User ratings favor Jobber (4.5 vs 4.3).
Decision matrix — which one is right for you?
Pick Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) if…
- → Your situation matches Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)'s target profile: Commercial janitorial operations (10-500 employees) needing QC inspection workflows and customer survey/feedback management
- → You want a more mature, stable platform — Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) was founded in 1999 (27 years) vs Jobber's 2011
Pick Jobber if…
- → Your situation matches Jobber's target profile: Small-to-mid trades businesses (1-30 employees) wanting modern UX with strong CRM
- → You want to try before buying — Jobber offers a 14-day free trial; Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) requires a demo
- → You serve multiple trades — Jobber covers 8 verticals vs Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)'s 1
- → Integration ecosystem matters — Jobber has 6 native integrations vs Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)'s 2
- → Google Local Services Ads drive your inbound calls — Jobber has native GLS integration; Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) doesn't
Pricing side-by-side
| Tier | Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) | Jobber |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Basic — Custom | Core — $29/mo |
| Tier 2 | Pro — Custom | Connect — $99/mo |
| Tier 3 | Enterprise — Custom | Grow — $149/mo |
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) uses custom-quoted pricing (typically $250-$800/user/mo for enterprise FSM platforms); Jobber has transparent public pricing starting at $29/mo. If budget predictability matters, Jobber wins on transparency alone. If you need enterprise-tier features and don't mind the sales process, Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)'s custom pricing reflects the deeper feature set.
Pros & cons
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + 27 years of product maturity (founded 1999)
- − Custom-quoted pricing
- − Commercial cleaning-specific (not for residential)
- − UI shows its age
- − No free trial (Jobber offers 14 days)
- − No public pricing — sales call required for a quote
Jobber
- + 14-day free trial, no credit card required
- + Higher aggregate user rating (4.5 / 5)
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + Built-in Stripe payment processing
- + Native Google Local Services Ads integration
- − Limited for enterprise
- − No inventory management at lower tiers
- − No built-in phone system
Implementation timeline comparison
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)
Not published; the vendor quotes per account, so ask for the onboarding plan in writing before signing
Jobber
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 Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)
- + quality inspections
- + work orders
- + customer portal
- + surveys
- + mobile app
- + reporting
- + incident tracking
Both have
Only in Jobber
- + scheduling
- + invoicing
- + client portal
- + quotes
- + team management
- + online booking
- + automated followup
- + two way texting
Integrations
Only in Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent)
— None unique —
Both integrate with
- ✓ quickbooks
- ✓ zapier
Only in Jobber
- + stripe
- + google calendar
- + mailchimp
- + google local services
Which fits better in each trade
| Trade | Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) fit | Jobber fit | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaning Services | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 | Tie |
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, Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) or Jobber?
Neither is universally better — they target different buyers. Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) is best for Commercial janitorial operations (10-500 employees) needing QC inspection workflows and customer survey/feedback management. Jobber is best for Small-to-mid trades businesses (1-30 employees) wanting modern UX with strong CRM. 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 Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) cheaper than Jobber?
Both Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) and Jobber use custom pricing or have similar entry costs — request quotes from both to compare apples-to-apples for your specific team size.
Can Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) and Jobber integrate with QuickBooks?
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) integrates with QuickBooks natively. Jobber integrates with QuickBooks natively. Both work with QuickBooks Online; confirm QuickBooks Desktop support before signing if your accountant uses Desktop.
Do Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) or Jobber offer a free trial?
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent): no free trial advertised; demo on request. Jobber: 14-day free trial, no credit card required.
How long does Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) vs Jobber take to implement?
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent): Not published; the vendor quotes per account, so ask for the onboarding plan in writing before signing. Jobber: 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 Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) to Jobber (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.
Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) vs Jobber: which has better customer support?
Both Otuvy (formerly CleanTelligent) and Jobber 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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