JobNimbus vs Roofr
Head-to-head comparison of pricing, features, integrations, and use-case fit.
JobNimbus
CRM and project management for contractors
- Starting price
- Custom quote
- Aggregate rating
- 4.6 / 5
- Best team size
- 3-50
- Free trial
- 14 days
Roofr
Modern roofing platform with instant aerial measurements
- Starting price
- Free tier available
- Aggregate rating
- 4.7 / 5
- Best team size
- 1-25
- Free trial
- 14 days
What actually separates them
Only the points where JobNimbus and Roofr genuinely differ, from our verified data. Everything they share is further down.
- → Price transparency: Roofr publishes a starting price (Free tier available). JobNimbus does not, so comparing them costs you a sales call.
- → Trades served: JobNimbus covers General Contractors, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Handyman Services. The other does not.
- → Integrations: only JobNimbus connects to eagleview, company cam, google calendar; only Roofr connects to hover.
- → Features the other lacks: JobNimbus has crm, job_tracking, estimates; Roofr has aerial_measurements, instant_quotes, material_takeoffs.
Quick verdict
JobNimbus: Roofing and restoration contractors 3-50 employees wanting roofing-friendly CRM at non-enterprise pricing.
Roofr: Residential roofing contractors wanting modern UX with built-in aerial measurements and instant quoting.
User ratings favor Roofr (4.7 vs 4.6).
Decision matrix — which one is right for you?
Pick JobNimbus if…
- → Your situation matches JobNimbus's target profile: Roofing and restoration contractors 3-50 employees wanting roofing-friendly CRM at non-enterprise pricing
- → You serve multiple trades — JobNimbus covers 6 verticals vs Roofr's 1
- → Integration ecosystem matters — JobNimbus has 6 native integrations vs Roofr's 4
Pick Roofr if…
- → Your situation matches Roofr's target profile: Residential roofing contractors wanting modern UX with built-in aerial measurements and instant quoting
Pricing side-by-side
| Tier | JobNimbus | Roofr |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | Standard — $25/mo | Free — Free |
| Tier 2 | Pro — $75/mo | Pro — $69/mo |
| Tier 3 | Plus — $175/mo | Premium — $179/mo |
| Tier 4 | — | Elite — $359/mo |
JobNimbus uses custom-quoted pricing (typically $250-$800/user/mo for enterprise FSM platforms); Roofr has transparent public pricing starting at $0/mo. If budget predictability matters, Roofr wins on transparency alone. If you need enterprise-tier features and don't mind the sales process, JobNimbus's custom pricing reflects the deeper feature set.
Pros & cons
JobNimbus
- + 14-day free trial, no credit card required
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + Built-in Stripe payment processing
- + Covers 6 trade verticals — strong multi-vertical fit
- + Broad feature coverage (8 core features)
- − UI can feel busy
- − Reporting is shallow compared to enterprise tools
- − No public pricing — sales call required for a quote
Roofr
- + 14-day free trial, no credit card required
- + Higher aggregate user rating (4.7 / 5)
- + Native QuickBooks integration (bidirectional sync)
- + Built-in Stripe payment processing
- + Broad feature coverage (8 core features)
- − Newer platform with smaller customer base than AccuLynx
- − Less mature insurance restoration workflow
- − Limited supplier ordering integrations vs AccuLynx
Implementation timeline comparison
JobNimbus
Not published; the vendor quotes per account, so ask for the onboarding plan in writing before signing
Roofr
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 JobNimbus
- + crm
- + job tracking
- + estimates
- + invoicing
- + scheduling
- + mobile app
- + document management
- + two way texting
Both have
Only in Roofr
- + aerial measurements
- + instant quotes
- + material takeoffs
- + contracts
- + payment processing
- + customer portal
- + proposal builder
- + drone imagery
Integrations
Only in JobNimbus
- + eagleview
- + company cam
- + google calendar
Both integrate with
- ✓ quickbooks
- ✓ stripe
- ✓ zapier
Only in Roofr
- + hover
Which fits better in each trade
| Trade | JobNimbus fit | Roofr fit | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roofing | 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, JobNimbus or Roofr?
Neither is universally better — they target different buyers. JobNimbus is best for Roofing and restoration contractors 3-50 employees wanting roofing-friendly CRM at non-enterprise pricing. Roofr is best for Residential roofing contractors wanting modern UX with built-in aerial measurements and instant quoting. 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 JobNimbus cheaper than Roofr?
Both JobNimbus and Roofr use custom pricing or have similar entry costs — request quotes from both to compare apples-to-apples for your specific team size.
Can JobNimbus and Roofr integrate with QuickBooks?
JobNimbus integrates with QuickBooks natively. Roofr integrates with QuickBooks natively. Both work with QuickBooks Online; confirm QuickBooks Desktop support before signing if your accountant uses Desktop.
Do JobNimbus or Roofr offer a free trial?
JobNimbus: 14-day free trial, no credit card required. Roofr: 14-day free trial, no credit card required.
How long does JobNimbus vs Roofr take to implement?
JobNimbus: Not published; the vendor quotes per account, so ask for the onboarding plan in writing before signing. Roofr: 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 JobNimbus to Roofr (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.
JobNimbus vs Roofr: which has better customer support?
Both JobNimbus and Roofr 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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