FieldEdge vs Loc8
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.
FieldEdge 
Loc8 Rank
#10 of 35
Rank
#35 of 35
Features
13/17
Features
11/17
Starting at
$100/mo
Starting at
$0/mo
User reviews
4.1/5 (320)
User reviews
— (130)
What they cost
| FieldEdge | Loc8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $100 /mo | Free /mo |
| Free trial | No | Free tier available |
| Number of plans | 3 | 2 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, Loc8 looks cheaper at $0/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 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 Loc8 wins
- Free plan for up to 5 users is genuinely functional for very small teams getting started
- Strong asset management with automated work order generation based on maintenance frequency
- Drag-and-drop scheduling with map-based job plotting for visual dispatch
- Mobile app works offline and supports both iOS and Android with GPS tracking
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
Where Loc8 falls short
- No customer portal or online booking limits client-facing capabilities
- Interface is not very intuitive with users noting lack of tutorial documentation
- Capterra score of 3.7 suggests mixed user satisfaction
- Limited ecosystem and integrations compared to mainstream FSM platforms
Who is each product built for?
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.
Loc8
Target: 1-20 technicians
Loc8 is worth considering if you need asset management and preventive maintenance tracking on a tight budget. The free 5-user plan is a genuine way to start without risk. However, the platform lacks polish and the user experience trails behind competitors like Jobber or ServiceM8. Best for small maintenance-focused businesses that manage assets and equipment, not for residential service companies.
Feature comparison
| Feature | FieldEdge | Loc8 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Loc8's 5.5/10 in our ranking. FieldEdge is the better pick for 5-50 technicians. Loc8 is better if you need small service businesses that want a free starting point for asset management and job tracking.
FieldEdge starts at $100/month. Loc8 starts at $0/month. Watch for add-on costs — the base price often does not include all features. Pricing last verified 2026-03-01.
FieldEdge: No free trial. Loc8: Free tier available. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
FieldEdge covers 13 of 17 features we track. Loc8 covers 11 of 17. FieldEdge has broader feature coverage, but more features does not always mean better — pick the tool that covers what your business actually needs.
Yes, FieldEdge has a mobile app. Loc8 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 FieldEdge if...
HVAC and plumbing shops that live in QuickBooks and need flat-rate pricing built in
Pick Loc8 if...
Small service businesses that want a free starting point for asset management and job tracking