Jobber vs SingleOps
Head-to-head comparison of pricing, features, integrations, and use-case fit.
Jobber
Field service management for growing service businesses
- Starting price
- From $39/mo
- Aggregate rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Best team size
- 1-30
- Free trial
- 14 days
SingleOps
All-in-one business software for the green industry
- Starting price
- From $150/mo
- Aggregate rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Best team size
- 5-50
- Free trial
- No
Quick verdict
Jobber: Small-to-mid trades businesses (1-30 employees) wanting modern UX with strong CRM.
SingleOps: Green-industry businesses (landscaping, tree care, lawn care) with 5-50+ crew that want purpose-built lead-to-payment software with strong QuickBooks sync.
Jobber has a lower starting price (From $39/mo).
Decision matrix — which one is right for you?
Pick Jobber if…
- → Your situation matches Jobber's target profile: Small-to-mid trades businesses (1-30 employees) wanting modern UX with strong CRM
- → Budget is the constraint — Jobber starts at $39/mo vs $150/mo for SingleOps
- → You want to try before buying — Jobber offers a 14-day free trial; SingleOps requires a demo
- → You serve multiple trades — Jobber covers 8 verticals vs SingleOps's 1
- → Integration ecosystem matters — Jobber has 6 native integrations vs SingleOps's 2
- → Google Local Services Ads drive your inbound calls — Jobber has native GLS integration; SingleOps doesn't
Pick SingleOps if…
- → Your situation matches SingleOps's target profile: Green-industry businesses (landscaping, tree care, lawn care) with 5-50+ crew that want purpose-built lead-to-payment software with strong QuickBooks sync
Pricing side-by-side
| Tier | Jobber | SingleOps |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Core — $39/mo | Basic — $150/mo |
| Tier 2 | Connect — $119/mo | Pro — $200/mo |
| Tier 3 | Grow — $199/mo | Enterprise — Custom |
| Tier 4 | Plus — $399/mo | — |
Jobber starts at $39/mo on Core and scales to $399/mo on Plus. SingleOps starts at $150/mo on Basic. Jobber is $111/mo cheaper at the entry tier. At scale (5+ users), both platforms typically converge in price as you climb the tier ladder.
Pros & cons
Jobber
- + Lower entry price — From $39/mo
- + 14-day free trial, no credit card required
- + 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
SingleOps
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + Built-in Stripe payment processing
- + 13 years of product maturity (founded 2013)
- − Premium per-user pricing (from ~$150/user/mo) is steep for very small operations
- − Green-industry-only focus means it's not a fit for HVAC/plumbing/electrical
- − Pricing is largely custom-quoted
- − Thin third-party G2 review volume
- − No free trial (Jobber offers 14 days)
Implementation timeline comparison
Jobber
1-3 weeks self-service onboarding
SingleOps
4-8 weeks self-service or with optional paid 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 Jobber
- + client portal
- + quotes
- + team management
- + online booking
- + automated followup
- + two way texting
Both have
- ✓ scheduling
- ✓ invoicing
Only in SingleOps
- + estimates quotes
- + route optimization
- + inventory
- + quickbooks integration
- + payment processing
Integrations
Only in Jobber
- + zapier
- + google calendar
- + mailchimp
- + google local services
Both integrate with
- ✓ quickbooks
- ✓ stripe
Only in SingleOps
— None unique —
Which fits better in each trade
| Trade | Jobber fit | SingleOps fit | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landscaping & Lawn Care | 10 / 10 | 10 / 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, Jobber or SingleOps?
Neither is universally better — they target different buyers. Jobber is best for Small-to-mid trades businesses (1-30 employees) wanting modern UX with strong CRM. SingleOps is best for Green-industry businesses (landscaping, tree care, lawn care) with 5-50+ crew that want purpose-built lead-to-payment software with strong QuickBooks sync. 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 Jobber cheaper than SingleOps?
Jobber has a lower starting price (From $39/mo vs From $150/mo). However, total cost depends on team size, features needed, and tier — see the full pricing breakdown above.
Can Jobber and SingleOps integrate with QuickBooks?
Jobber integrates with QuickBooks natively. SingleOps integrates with QuickBooks natively. Both work with QuickBooks Online; confirm QuickBooks Desktop support before signing if your accountant uses Desktop.
Do Jobber or SingleOps offer a free trial?
Jobber: 14-day free trial, no credit card required. SingleOps: no free trial advertised; demo on request.
How long does Jobber vs SingleOps take to implement?
Jobber: 1-3 weeks self-service onboarding. SingleOps: 4-8 weeks self-service or with optional paid 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 Jobber to SingleOps (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.
Jobber vs SingleOps: which has better customer support?
Both Jobber and SingleOps 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 (Jobber) 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.