If you’re a contractor shopping for software, you’ve probably come across both Jobber and EstimationPro. They show up in the same searches, but they’re actually very different tools built for very different problems.
I’ve been in the trades for over 20 years. I’ve used spreadsheets, pen-and-paper bids, and more software trials than I can count. The biggest mistake I see contractors make is picking a tool based on a feature list without asking the real question: what problem am I actually trying to solve?
If your biggest headache is scheduling crews, dispatching techs, and tracking GPS routes, Jobber is a great fit. If your biggest headache is spending 2-3 hours on every estimate and still not knowing if your numbers are right, EstimationPro was built specifically for that.
Let me walk through the honest comparison.
What Is Jobber?
Jobber is a field service management platform built for home service businesses. It launched in 2011 and has become one of the most popular tools for contractors who run service-based operations like HVAC, plumbing, lawn care, and cleaning.
Jobber’s core strengths:
- Scheduling and dispatching - assign jobs to crews, manage routes
- GPS tracking - see where your techs are in real time
- Client management (CRM) - track leads, jobs, and communication history
- Invoicing and payments - send invoices, collect payments online
- Quoting - create quotes from templates with your line items
Jobber is a full business management system. It handles the entire workflow from lead to payment. That’s its strength, and it does it well.
What Is EstimationPro?
EstimationPro is an AI-powered estimating tool built specifically for contractors who need accurate estimates fast. Instead of filling out templates manually, you snap photos of the job site, record a voice memo describing the work, or type notes. The AI builds a detailed estimate with regional pricing, material lists, and a project schedule.
EstimationPro’s core strengths:
- AI-generated estimates from photos, voice notes, or typed descriptions
- Regional pricing database with local labor and material rates
- Good-Better-Best tiers so clients can choose their budget level
- Branded PDF proposals with your logo, license number, and company info
- Auto follow-up emails at 24 hours, 48 hours, and 7 days
- Online approval and payment - clients approve and pay deposits instantly
EstimationPro does one thing and does it well: it turns a job site visit into a professional, accurate estimate in minutes instead of hours.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | EstimationPro | Jobber |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | AI-powered estimating | Field service management |
| Estimating Method | AI from photos/voice/notes | Manual templates with line items |
| Regional Pricing Database | Yes, built in | No |
| Good-Better-Best Tiers | Yes, auto-generated | No |
| Material Lists | Auto-generated with quantities | Manual entry |
| Project Schedules | Auto-generated | Job scheduling (different purpose) |
| Branded Proposals | Yes, PDF with logo | Yes, basic quote templates |
| Auto Follow-Up Emails | Yes (24h, 48h, 7 days) | Manual follow-ups |
| Online Client Approval | Yes | Yes |
| Online Payments | Yes (Stripe) | Yes |
| Scheduling/Dispatching | No | Yes |
| GPS Tracking | No | Yes |
| CRM | No | Yes |
| Route Optimization | No | Yes |
| Free Plan | Yes (3 estimates/month) | No |
| Starting Price | $0/month | $59/month |
| Pro/Unlimited Price | $79/month | $199/month |
Where Jobber Wins
Let’s be honest about where Jobber has the edge.
Full Business Management
If you’re running a service business with multiple techs in the field, Jobber handles the entire operation. Scheduling, dispatching, route optimization, GPS tracking, CRM, invoicing. It’s a full platform that replaces multiple tools.
Team Coordination
Jobber shines when you have a crew. Assign jobs, track who’s where, manage time sheets. For a plumbing company with 5-10 techs doing service calls, this is essential.
Established Ecosystem
Jobber has been around since 2011. It integrates with QuickBooks, Mailchimp, Zapier, and dozens of other tools. The ecosystem is mature and well-tested.
Client Portal
Jobber offers a client hub where homeowners can request work, approve quotes, and pay invoices. For recurring service businesses, this reduces phone calls and back-and-forth.
Where EstimationPro Wins
Speed of Estimating
This is the biggest difference. With Jobber, you build estimates manually by selecting line items from templates. It works, but it still takes time. With EstimationPro, you snap photos on the job site, record a quick voice note describing the scope, and the AI builds a detailed estimate with accurate pricing in under 2 minutes.
For contractors who do 5-10 estimates a week, that time savings adds up fast. Instead of spending evenings at the kitchen table building bids, you’re sending professional estimates from the truck before you leave the driveway.
For a complete walkthrough of how to put an accurate bid together from start to finish, our guide on how to estimate construction jobs covers the full process.
If you’re trying to dial in your pricing fundamentals, our contractor markup calculator helps you understand the relationship between markup, margin, and profit before you send any bid.
Regional Pricing Accuracy
EstimationPro pulls from a regional pricing database with local labor and material rates. This means your estimates reflect what things actually cost in your market, not a national average that might be off by 30%.
Jobber’s quoting relies on whatever prices you’ve entered into your templates. If your template prices are outdated or based on last year’s material costs, your quotes will be off.
Good-Better-Best Proposals
EstimationPro automatically generates tiered estimates. This is a proven sales technique. Homeowners see three options and almost always pick the middle or top tier. Contractors using tiered pricing report their average job value going up 20-30%.
Jobber doesn’t offer this. You’d need to manually create three separate quotes.
Auto Follow-Up
Lost bids are often just forgotten bids. EstimationPro sends automatic follow-up emails at 24 hours, 48 hours, and 7 days, branded with your company name. You don’t have to remember to chase anyone down.
If you want to sharpen your follow-up and bidding process overall, check out our guide on construction bidding tips.
Price
EstimationPro starts at $0/month with 3 free estimates. The Starter plan is $39/month for 20 estimates. The Pro plan is $79/month for 50 estimates. The Team plan is $179/month for unlimited.
Jobber starts at $59/month for a single user (Core plan), $119/month for Connect, and $199/month for Grow. No free tier.
If all you need is better estimates, EstimationPro costs significantly less.
Who Should Use Jobber?
Jobber is the right choice if:
- You run a service-based business (HVAC, plumbing, lawn care, cleaning)
- You have multiple techs or crews in the field and need scheduling/dispatching
- You need GPS tracking and route optimization
- You want one platform for scheduling, quoting, invoicing, and CRM
- Your estimates are relatively standardized (recurring service calls with set pricing)
Jobber is a great product for what it does. If field service management is your core need, it’s one of the best options on the market.
Who Should Use EstimationPro?
EstimationPro is the right choice if:
- Your biggest pain point is how long estimates take
- You do custom project work (remodels, roofing, painting, concrete, fencing)
- You want AI-generated estimates from photos and voice notes, not manual templates
- You need regional pricing that reflects your local market
- You want tiered proposals (Good-Better-Best) to increase average job value
- You need auto follow-up so you stop losing bids you forgot to chase
- You want a professional proposal system without paying $60-200/month for features you don’t use
If you’re a remodeler, painter, roofer, or general contractor who does mostly project-based work, EstimationPro was built for the way you actually work. Walk the job, snap some photos, talk through the scope, and have a professional estimate ready before you’re back in the truck.
Our construction cost estimator gives you a free preview of how AI-powered estimates work if you want to test the approach before signing up. You can also start with our free contractor estimate template to get a professional proposal format today, whether you use a software platform or not.
Can You Use Both?
Yes, and some contractors do exactly that.
Here’s a setup that works: use Jobber for scheduling, dispatching, and managing your day-to-day operations. Use EstimationPro for building estimates faster and more accurately, especially for custom project work.
The two tools don’t overlap much. Jobber manages your operations. EstimationPro handles your estimating. If you’re running a business that does both service calls and project work, combining them gives you the best of both worlds.
The Bottom Line
This isn’t a “which tool is better” situation. It’s a “which problem are you solving” situation.
Jobber is a field service management platform. It’s excellent at coordinating teams, scheduling jobs, tracking techs, and managing the full lifecycle of a service business. If that’s what you need, use Jobber.
EstimationPro is a purpose-built estimating tool. It’s excellent at turning job site visits into accurate, professional estimates in minutes with AI. If slow estimates are costing you bids and eating your evenings, that’s the problem it solves.
And if you need both? Use both. The best tool is the one that solves your actual problem.
Need help getting your labor costs dialed in before you start estimating? Try our free labor cost calculator to make sure your numbers are solid. For a full guide on setting contractor labor rates with burden, overhead, and profit built in, see how much to charge for labor.
Try EstimationPro free - 3 estimates per month, no credit card required. See pricing for Starter and Pro plans.
FAQ
Is EstimationPro a replacement for Jobber?
No. They solve different problems. Jobber is a full field service management platform with scheduling, dispatching, and CRM. EstimationPro focuses specifically on making estimates faster and more accurate with AI. Many contractors use both.
Does Jobber have AI estimating?
No. Jobber uses manual quote templates where you select line items and enter prices yourself. It works well for standardized service pricing, but it doesn’t generate estimates from photos or voice notes.
Which is cheaper for a solo contractor?
EstimationPro starts at $0/month (3 free estimates) and $39/month for the Starter plan. Jobber starts at $59/month with no free tier. If estimating is your primary need, EstimationPro costs less.
Can I import my Jobber data into EstimationPro?
EstimationPro is a standalone estimating tool. You don’t need to import anything. Just snap photos of the job site, describe the work, and the AI builds the estimate with regional pricing.
Does EstimationPro have scheduling features?
No. EstimationPro focuses on estimating, proposals, and client payments. For scheduling and dispatching, tools like Jobber or Housecall Pro are better options. For a full roundup of estimating tools, see our review of the best construction estimating software in 2026.
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