ServiceM8
Mobile-first field service software priced by jobs rather than users, with a free plan and paid plans from $29 a month.
- Free plan
- By job volume
- Cloud
- Mobile-first
- Independent sources
- Verified 11 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this profile
- 2 sourcesLinked, typed and dated
- Independent third-party sourcesHow this profile was compiled
- Not an endorsementStack18 has not tested this product
What is ServiceM8?
ServiceM8 is job management software for trades and service businesses, priced by monthly job volume with unlimited users on paid plans.
- Best forSmall trades businesses with many staff but modest job volume
- Team size fitSmall teams, Mid-size teams
- PricingFree (1 user, 30 jobs/mo); Starter $29 (50 jobs); Growing $79; Premium $149; Premium Plus $349 a month (AUD on vendor site).
- Main limitationJob caps force upgrades.
- AlternativesJobber, Kickserv, Workiz · compare all
ServiceM8 overview: who it is for and what it does.
ServiceM8 runs quotes, scheduling, job cards, invoicing and payments from an iPhone-first app.
Two 2026 guides list a free plan (1 user, 30 jobs a month), Starter at $29 (50 jobs), Growing $79, Premium $149 and Premium Plus $349 a month, with unlimited users on paid plans; one notes prices are in Australian dollars.
They warn job caps can force upgrades and there is no QuickBooks Desktop-level integration.
Main problem it solves
Prices by work done, not headcount.
Typical customer segment
Small trades businesses.
Target users
- Owners
- Tradespeople
- Office admins
Primary use cases
- Job cards
- Quotes
- Scheduling
- Invoicing
What makes it distinct
- Job-based pricing.
- Unlimited users.
- No setup fees.
ServiceM8 features explained.
Plans (per month)
- Free
- 1 user; 30 jobs.
- Starter
- $29; 50 jobs.
- Growing
- $79.
Upper tiers
- Premium
- $149.
- Premium Plus
- $349.
- Users
- Unlimited on paid.
Terms
- Currency
- AUD on vendor site.
- Contracts
- None.
- Setup fees
- None.
ServiceM8 pricing and plans.
Figures reported by independent sources; vendor page not reviewed directly. Checked 11 Nov 2026 against Rework · Rework.
Pricing model
Monthly by job volume.
Free plan
Yes (30 jobs/mo)
Free trial
Not documented
ServiceM8 plans and prices (USD)
Free
$0
Free
30 jobs a month.
Starter
$29 per month
Monthly
50 jobs.
Growing
$79 per month
Monthly
More jobs.
Premium
$149 per month
Monthly
Higher volume.
Premium Plus
$349 per month
Monthly
Highest volume.
Rework (13 August 2026 and 2026 Jobber guide); quote-only figures are third-party estimates.
Prices change. Confirm current plans and terms on the vendor's site before you decide.
Visit official website (external) ↗See alternativesServiceM8 integrations, API and platforms.
Important integrations
- Xero
- QuickBooks Online
- MYOB
- Google Calendar
Supported platforms
- Web
- iOS
API
Not reviewed for this profile.
Data import and export
Not reviewed for this profile.
Integration coverage was not assessed in full. Check ServiceM8's integrations directory and documentation for your tools.
ServiceM8 pros and cons.
Strengths, limitations and best fit. Each point cites a source; editorial summaries are not customer reviews.
Limitations
Best for
- Small trades businesses with many staff but modest job volume
- Australian and NZ tradies
- iPhone-based crews
May be less suited to
- High-volume dispatch centres
- QuickBooks Desktop shops
Top ServiceM8 alternatives and competitors.
Jobber
Field service software for small home service businesses with published plans from $49 a month (Core, 1…
Explore →Related productKickserv
Affordable field service software with a free plan for 2 users and paid plans up to 20 users, with…
Explore →Related productWorkiz
Field service software with built-in phone, call tracking and AI answering, free for 2 users (Lite) and…
Explore →ServiceM8 compared with similar field service management software for trades and home services.
Summaries come from each profile. This is a side-by-side aid, not a ranking.
| Product | Pricing model | Starting price | Free plan | Team size | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ServiceM8 | By job volume | Free; $29/mo paid | Yes (30 jobs) | Unlimited users (paid) | Small trades |
| FieldEdge | Quote (per user) | ~$100/user/mo (est.) | No | Small-mid | QuickBooks Desktop shops |
| FieldPulse | Quote (seat types) | ~$99/mo (reported) | No | Small-mid | Field-heavy teams |
| Housecall Pro | Plan tiers | $59/mo (annual) | No | 1-8+ users | Home services |
| Jobber | Plan tiers + users | $49/mo | No; 14-day trial | 1-15+ users | Small home services |
| Kickserv | Plan tiers | Free; $60/mo paid | Yes (2 users) | Up to ~20 users | Budget teams |
ServiceM8 vs competitors: head-to-head comparisons.
Each comparison has a feature table, pricing side by side, strengths and limits, and best-fit scenarios.
ServiceM8 discussions and buying questions.
No published discussions mention this product yet.
ServiceM8 questions and answers
What is ServiceM8 used for?
ServiceM8 is job management software for trades and service businesses, priced by monthly job volume with unlimited users on paid plans. Typical uses include job cards, quotes, scheduling, invoicing.
How much does ServiceM8 cost?
Free for 30 jobs a month; paid plans from $29 to $349 a month by job volume.
Does ServiceM8 charge per user?
No, paid plans include unlimited users.
What currency is ServiceM8 priced in?
Australian dollars on the vendor site, per a 2026 guide.
How does ServiceM8 compare with its competitors?
Stack18 publishes head-to-head comparisons of ServiceM8 vs Kickserv, each with a feature table, pricing and best-fit scenarios.
What are the main alternatives to ServiceM8?
The main alternatives to ServiceM8 covered on Stack18 are Jobber, Kickserv and Workiz. Jobber may suit small home service businesses wanting fast setup. Kickserv may suit small service businesses on a tight budget. Workiz may suit phone-driven service businesses wanting call tracking. See the ServiceM8 alternatives guide for a side-by-side table.
What are the pros and cons of ServiceM8?
Strengths: Priced by jobs, not users. Free plan. Limitations: Job caps force upgrades. Priced in AUD.
Who is ServiceM8 best for?
ServiceM8 may suit small trades businesses with many staff but modest job volume; australian and NZ tradies; iPhone-based crews. It may be less suited to high-volume dispatch centres; QuickBooks Desktop shops.
What integrations does ServiceM8 support?
Documented integrations and ecosystem items include Xero, QuickBooks Online, MYOB, Google Calendar. API: Not reviewed for this profile.
When was the ServiceM8 profile last verified?
Sources for this profile were last reviewed on 11 Nov 2026. 2 sources are listed under Sources, and prices and plans can change, so confirm with the vendor.
Where this information comes from.
- Best FieldEdge Alternatives in 2026 (updated 13 August 2026) Rework (lists its own product) Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
- Best Jobber Alternatives in 2026 Rework (lists its own product) Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
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