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Custom app vs the SaaS you're already shopping.
If you're already comparing options, here are honest side-by-side pages: when the SaaS option fits, when a custom app fits better, what the real costs look like, and how to decide.
Custom app vs Jobber
Jobber is a good product for small home service businesses. For a 2 or 3 person operation, it is often the right answer. But per-seat pricing punishes growth, and the workflow is J…
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Custom app vs Housecall Pro
Housecall Pro is a solid fit for many small home service companies. For a 1 to 4 person team on a standard flow, it does the job. But as the crew grows and the workflow gets specif…
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Custom app vs ServiceTitan
ServiceTitan is a serious enterprise platform built for large service companies. For a 30 or 50 truck operation with a dedicated admin, it can be the right answer. For a 5 to 20 pe…
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Custom app vs Spreadsheets
A shared spreadsheet is a legit first tool. Most small service businesses start there and stay there longer than they should. There is a point where the spreadsheet has become the …
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Our angle
What you'll find on each page
When the SaaS option fits
We're honest about when you should stick with the off-the-shelf tool. Most of the time, for small operations, you should.
When custom fits
The specific signals that mean you've outgrown the off-the-shelf option - usually a mix of cost, workflow fit, and per-seat pricing.
Real cost framing
Payback windows in plain language. No 'TCO' nonsense - just monthly cost vs build cost vs how long until the math works out.
Not sure which one your situation matches?
Tell us what you're paying for, what's working, and what's not. We'll give you an honest read - even if the answer is 'stay where you are.'