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traqR vs ServiceM8

A full-featured ServiceM8 alternative — on every device.

ServiceM8 is a well-loved, easy-to-use job management app — but its full product runs on iOS/Mac, and features like purchase orders and job costing are paid add-ons. traqR gives you the complete platform on iOS and Android, with every feature included on every plan.

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traqR
What it is
All-in-one job management for Australian trades.
Pricing
Flat monthly tiers by team size — from $99/mo, every feature included.
Best for
Australian trades who want every feature included, full Android support, and built-in compliance.
ServiceM8
What it is
Easy "Zero Admin" job management for trade and service businesses.
Pricing
Flat tiers metered by jobs & SMS — from A$0 (free) to A$349/mo, with per-job and SMS overages.
Best for
iOS-first solo operators and small teams who live in the Apple ecosystem and want polished client communication.

traqR vs ServiceM8, feature by feature

FeaturetraqRServiceM8
Pricing modelFlat monthly tiers by team size — from $99/moJob-metered tiers, A$0–A$349/mo (per-job & SMS limits)
All features on every planEvery planCore bundled; some paid add-ons
Built for Australian tradesAustralian-builtAustralian
Compliance & safety (SWMS, AS1851, AFSS)Built inVia paid Forms add-on
Asset register & QR codesIncludedIncluded
Service & maintenance contractsIncludedRecurring jobs (no dedicated module)
Quoting & invoicingIncludedIncluded
Purchase ordersIncludedPaid MyPO add-on
Timesheets & GPSIncludedIncluded
Client portalIncludedAsset portal / online pay
Financial reportingIncludedVia Job Costing add-on
Xero, MYOB & QuickBooksIncludedXero, MYOB, QuickBooks
Mobile app (iOS & Android)iOS & AndroidFull on iOS; limited on Android
AI business insightsIncludedSmart Writing & AI agents

ServiceM8 details are based on publicly available information (official site, Capterra/GetApp) as of June 2026 and may have changed — check ServiceM8’s website for current pricing and features.

Where ServiceM8 shines

Polished, intuitive iOS app that tradies find genuinely easy to use.
Excellent client communication — "on the way" texts, reminders and online booking.
Low entry cost, including a free plan for solo operators.

Why teams choose traqR

Full power on Android, not just iOS

ServiceM8’s complete product is iOS/Mac only — Android users get a cut-down "Lite" app. traqR is fully featured on both iOS and Android.

No per-job or SMS metering

ServiceM8 meters jobs and texts with overage fees. traqR is a flat monthly price by team size — run as many jobs as you like.

Compliance & POs included, not add-ons

Purchase orders, job costing and safety forms are paid add-ons in ServiceM8. In traqR, SWMS, AS1851, AFSS, POs and reporting are all in every plan.

traqR vs ServiceM8 — FAQ

Is traqR a good alternative to ServiceM8?

Yes. traqR offers the same quote-to-cash job management with the major advantages of full Android support, no per-job metering, and compliance, purchase orders and reporting included on every plan rather than as paid add-ons.

Does ServiceM8 work on Android?

ServiceM8’s full product is iOS/Mac only. Android users get "ServiceM8 Lite," a limited companion app. traqR is fully featured on both iOS and Android.

How is traqR’s pricing different from ServiceM8’s?

ServiceM8 charges flat tiers but meters the number of jobs and SMS messages, with overage fees. traqR charges one flat monthly price based on team size, with unlimited jobs and every feature included.

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See the difference yourself

Every feature, free for 14 days — no credit card required. Set traqR up against your current tool and decide for yourself.

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