Connecteam vs LMN by Granum
Head-to-head comparison of pricing, features, integrations, and use-case fit.
Connecteam
All-in-one workforce management for deskless teams
- Starting price
- Free tier available
- Aggregate rating
- 4.7 / 5
- Best team size
- 10-100
- Free trial
- 14 days
LMN by Granum
Estimating, scheduling, and crew time tracking for landscape companies
- Starting price
- From $297/mo
- Aggregate rating
- 4.4 / 5
- Best team size
- 5-50
- Free trial
- 14 days
What actually separates them
Only the points where Connecteam and LMN by Granum genuinely differ, from our verified data. Everything they share is further down.
- → Entry price: Connecteam starts at Free tier available, LMN by Granum at From $297/mo, so LMN by Granum is Infinityx the entry cost.
- → Trades served: Connecteam covers HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Cleaning Services, Handyman Services. The other does not.
- → Integrations: only Connecteam connects to quickbooks online, gusto, paychex, zapier; only LMN by Granum connects to quickbooks.
- → Features the other lacks: Connecteam has time_tracking, team_chat, checklists; LMN by Granum has estimating, crew_time_tracking, mobile_app.
Quick verdict
Connecteam: Teams of 10-100 deskless workers needing time tracking + communication + scheduling in one app.
LMN by Granum: Landscape construction and maintenance companies wanting strong estimating and crew time tracking.
User ratings favor Connecteam (4.7 vs 4.4).
Connecteam has a lower starting price (Free tier available).
Decision matrix — which one is right for you?
Pick Connecteam if…
- → Your situation matches Connecteam's target profile: Teams of 10-100 deskless workers needing time tracking + communication + scheduling in one app
- → Budget is the constraint — Connecteam starts at $0/mo vs $297/mo for LMN by Granum
- → Post-purchase satisfaction matters — Connecteam has a higher aggregate user rating (4.7 vs 4.4 on G2 + Capterra)
- → You serve multiple trades — Connecteam covers 6 verticals vs LMN by Granum's 1
- → Integration ecosystem matters — Connecteam has 4 native integrations vs LMN by Granum's 1
Pick LMN by Granum if…
- → Your situation matches LMN by Granum's target profile: Landscape construction and maintenance companies wanting strong estimating and crew time tracking
- → You want a more mature, stable platform — LMN by Granum was founded in 2009 (17 years) vs Connecteam's 2016
Pricing side-by-side
| Tier | Connecteam | LMN by Granum |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Free (up to 10 users) — Free | Basic — $59/mo |
| Tier 2 | Basic — $35/mo | Pro — $197/mo |
| Tier 3 | Advanced — $59/mo | Pro+ — $397/mo |
| Tier 4 | Expert — $119/mo | — |
Connecteam starts at $0/mo on Free (up to 10 users) and scales to $119/mo on Expert. LMN by Granum starts at $297/mo on Basic and scales to $397/mo on Pro+. Connecteam is $297/mo cheaper at the entry tier. At scale (5+ users), both platforms typically converge in price as you climb the tier ladder.
Pros & cons
Connecteam
- + Lower entry price — Free tier available
- + 14-day free trial, no credit card required
- + Higher aggregate user rating (4.7 / 5)
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + Covers 6 trade verticals — strong multi-vertical fit
- − Not a full FSM — no quotes, no invoicing, no customer portal
- − Pair with Jobber/Housecall for full stack
LMN by Granum
- + 14-day free trial, no credit card required
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + Broad feature coverage (8 core features)
- + 17 years of product maturity (founded 2009)
- − Landscaping-only
- − Mobile UX less refined than Aspire
- − Limited integration ecosystem (QuickBooks only)
- − Learning curve for full estimating workflow
Implementation timeline comparison
Connecteam
1-3 weeks self-service onboarding
LMN by Granum
3-6 months for full deployment with dedicated implementation manager
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 Connecteam
- + time tracking
- + team chat
- + checklists
- + training
- + gps tracking
- + geofencing
Both have
- ✓ scheduling
Only in LMN by Granum
- + estimating
- + crew time tracking
- + mobile app
- + customer portal
- + budgeting
- + job costing
- + photo documentation
Integrations
Only in Connecteam
- + quickbooks online
- + gusto
- + paychex
- + zapier
Both integrate with
— No common integrations —
Only in LMN by Granum
- + quickbooks
Which fits better in each trade
| Trade | Connecteam fit | LMN by Granum fit | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landscaping & Lawn Care | 7 / 10 | 9 / 10 | LMN by Granum |
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, Connecteam or LMN by Granum?
Neither is universally better — they target different buyers. Connecteam is best for Teams of 10-100 deskless workers needing time tracking + communication + scheduling in one app. LMN by Granum is best for Landscape construction and maintenance companies wanting strong estimating and crew time tracking. 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 Connecteam cheaper than LMN by Granum?
Connecteam has a lower starting price (Free tier available vs From $297/mo). However, total cost depends on team size, features needed, and tier — see the full pricing breakdown above.
Can Connecteam and LMN by Granum integrate with QuickBooks?
Connecteam integrates with QuickBooks natively. LMN by Granum integrates with QuickBooks natively. Both work with QuickBooks Online; confirm QuickBooks Desktop support before signing if your accountant uses Desktop.
Do Connecteam or LMN by Granum offer a free trial?
Connecteam: 14-day free trial, no credit card required. LMN by Granum: 14-day free trial, no credit card required.
How long does Connecteam vs LMN by Granum take to implement?
Connecteam: 1-3 weeks self-service onboarding. LMN by Granum: 3-6 months for full deployment with dedicated implementation manager. 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 Connecteam to LMN by Granum (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.
Connecteam vs LMN by Granum: which has better customer support?
Both Connecteam and LMN by Granum 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 (Connecteam) 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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