FieldAware vs FieldEdge
FieldEdge scores 7.5/10 vs 5.5/10. Best for: HVAC and plumbing shops that live in QuickBooks and need flat-rate pricing built in.
FieldEdge scores higher overall at 7.5/10 vs 5.5/10. FieldEdge is the pick for shops that depend on QuickBooks and need flat-rate pricing built into their FSM tool. The two-way QuickBooks sync is genuinely better than anyone else. But you will pay per tech, and it adds up. If QuickBooks integration is not your top priority, Housecall Pro or Jobber give you more features for less money.
FieldAware 
FieldEdge Rank
#34 of 35
Rank
#10 of 35
Features
13/17
Features
13/17
Starting at
$45/mo
Starting at
$100/mo
User reviews
3.5/5 (100)
User reviews
4.1/5 (320)
What they cost
| FieldAware | FieldEdge | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $45 /mo | $100 /mo |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Number of plans | 3 | 3 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, FieldAware looks cheaper at $45/month vs $100/month. But sticker price is only part of the story. Look at what is included on the base plan, how many users you get, and whether you need add-ons to get the features you actually need. The $99/month plan that requires $200 in add-ons is actually more expensive than the $250/month plan that includes everything.
Where FieldAware wins
- GPS Insight acquisition brings strong fleet tracking and vehicle GPS capabilities
- Dispatch board is functional for assigning and tracking work across multiple sites
- API access on higher tiers allows integration with existing enterprise systems
- Supports complex service operations including waste management and equipment servicing
Where FieldEdge wins
- Best QuickBooks integration in the FSM space, two-way sync that actually works
- Built-in flat-rate pricebook with Good/Better/Best presentation for techs
- Maintenance agreement tracking and automated renewal billing
- Strong dispatch board for managing 5-30 tech operations
Where FieldAware falls short
- Review scores are the lowest in this category at 3.3 on Capterra with frequent complaints
- No free trial available so you commit without testing
- No customer portal or online booking functionality
- Customization options are limited compared to competitors like BuildOps or ServiceTitan
Where FieldEdge falls short
- Per-user pricing gets expensive fast. A 15-tech shop pays $1,500-$2,250/month
- No customer portal or online booking
- Mobile app is functional but not as polished as Housecall Pro or Jobber
- No marketing tools, no review management
Who is each product built for?
FieldAware
Target: 10-200+ technicians
FieldAware has been through ownership changes and it shows. The GPS Insight acquisition adds fleet tracking value, but the core field service platform has fallen behind competitors in usability and customer satisfaction. With a Capterra score of 3.3, user frustration is real. Unless you specifically need GPS Insight fleet tracking bundled with FSM, there are better options at every price point.
FieldEdge
Target: 5-50 technicians
FieldEdge is the pick for shops that depend on QuickBooks and need flat-rate pricing built into their FSM tool. The two-way QuickBooks sync is genuinely better than anyone else. But you will pay per tech, and it adds up. If QuickBooks integration is not your top priority, Housecall Pro or Jobber give you more features for less money.
Feature comparison
| Feature | FieldAware | FieldEdge |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduling & Dispatching | ||
| Scheduling | ||
| Dispatching | ||
| GPS tracking | ||
| Online booking | ||
| Invoicing & Payments | ||
| Invoicing | ||
| Estimates | ||
| Payment processing | ||
| QuickBooks integration | ||
| Operations | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| Customer portal | ||
| Inventory management | ||
| Maintenance agreements | ||
| Reporting | ||
| Growth | ||
| Marketing tools | ||
| Review management | ||
| AI features | ||
| API access | ||
Common questions
FieldEdge scores 7.5/10 vs FieldAware's 5.5/10 in our ranking. FieldEdge is the better pick for 5-50 technicians. FieldAware is better if you need mid-to-large field service operations that need fleet gps tracking bundled with service management.
FieldAware starts at $45/month. FieldEdge starts at $100/month. Watch for add-on costs — the base price often does not include all features. Pricing last verified 2026-03-01.
FieldAware: No free trial. FieldEdge: No free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
FieldAware covers 13 of 17 features we track. FieldEdge covers 13 of 17. Both are tied on feature coverage, but more features does not always mean better — pick the tool that covers what your business actually needs.
Yes, FieldAware has a mobile app. FieldEdge does too.
Yes. The main effort is migrating your data (customer lists, job history, invoices). Plan for 1-2 weeks of overlap where you run both. Most field service management tools can import CSV data. Ask both vendors about migration support before you sign.
The bottom line
Pick FieldAware if...
Mid-to-large field service operations that need fleet GPS tracking bundled with service management
Pick FieldEdge if...
HVAC and plumbing shops that live in QuickBooks and need flat-rate pricing built in