FieldEdge vs Tradify
FieldEdge scores 7.5/10 vs 7.0/10. 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 7.0/10. 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 
Tradify Rank
#10 of 35
Rank
#21 of 35
Features
13/17
Features
11/17
Starting at
$100/mo
Starting at
$47/mo
User reviews
4.1/5 (320)
User reviews
4.5/5 (200)
What they cost
| FieldEdge | Tradify | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $100 /mo | $47 /mo |
| Free trial | No | 14 days |
| Number of plans | 3 | 3 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, Tradify looks cheaper at $47/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 Tradify wins
- Quoting system is incredibly fast allowing professional quotes to be built on-site and converted to jobs instantly
- Extremely intuitive interface with an aesthetically pleasing layout that tradespeople actually enjoy using
- Seamless Xero and QuickBooks integration for accounting sync
- AI-powered features on the Plus plan for automating routine tasks
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 Tradify falls short
- GPS and dispatching exist but are less mature than dedicated FSM tools like ServiceTitan
- No customer portal for client self-service
- Reporting tools lack depth with no customizable dashboards for tracking by employee or project type
- Optional Instant Website add-on is $12/month extra for something most competitors include
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.
Tradify
Target: 1-20 technicians
Tradify is the Jobber of Australia and New Zealand. It does quoting, invoicing, and job management beautifully with minimal friction. GPS and dispatching are available but basic compared to dedicated FSM tools. Perfect for small trade teams that just need to quote fast and invoice on time.
Feature comparison
| Feature | FieldEdge | Tradify |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Tradify's 7.0/10 in our ranking. FieldEdge is the better pick for 5-50 technicians. Tradify is better if you need small trade businesses in au/nz/uk who want a dead-simple quoting and invoicing workflow without complexity.
FieldEdge starts at $100/month. Tradify starts at $47/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. Tradify: Yes, 14-day free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
FieldEdge covers 13 of 17 features we track. Tradify 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. Tradify 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 Tradify if...
Small trade businesses in AU/NZ/UK who want a dead-simple quoting and invoicing workflow without complexity