A Housecall Pro alternative that costs less.
Housecall Pro prices its plans by team size. Tradesman costs less, includes every feature, and imports your Housecall Pro data.
Tradesman vs Housecall Pro at a glance
| Pricing | Tradesman | Housecall Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Costs less than Housecall Pro. We're in early access, and every account gets every feature. | Several paid plans, each with a set number of users included. |
| Getting started | Create an account and start using it today. No demo call required. | 14-day free trial. |
| Bringing your data | Import your Housecall Pro export for customers, jobs and more. | |
Housecall Pro details come from its public pricing page, checked October 19, 2026. Plans change, so check their site for current terms. housecallpro.com/pricing/
Why owners switch from Housecall Pro
Every feature in every account
No comparing tiers to find the plan that includes the tool you need.
Customer portal included
Customers request service, approve estimates, message you and pay invoices from their own portal.
Bring your history
Import the customer and job exports you already have from Housecall Pro.
Switching from Housecall Pro takes an afternoon
- 1
Export from Housecall Pro
Download your customers and job history as CSV files.
- 2
Import into Tradesman
Upload the files and Tradesman matches the columns for you.
- 3
Invite your crew
Send each technician an invite by text or email. They join with one tap.
- 4
Send your first estimate
Build it from your pricebook and email it. The customer approves online.
Questions about switching
Is Tradesman cheaper than Housecall Pro?
Yes. Tradesman costs less than Housecall Pro, and while we're in early access every account gets every feature. We'll give plenty of notice before paid plans start.
Does Tradesman have a mobile app like Housecall Pro?
Yes. Tradesman has iPhone and Android apps for owners and technicians, plus a web app for the office.
Will I lose my customer history if I switch?
No. Tradesman imports Housecall Pro exports, so your customers and past work come with you.
Try Tradesman alongside Housecall Pro.
Import a copy of your data and run a week of jobs in both. Setup takes about five minutes.