Which is better for solo contractors and small crews?
$24.99/mo vs $39/mo — save $168/year with Opervo
| Feature | Opervo | Jobber |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $24.99/mo | $39/mo |
| Team plan | $54.99/mo | $119/mo (Connect) |
| Free trial | 30 days | 14 days |
| Scheduling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Estimates & Invoicing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Client portal | ✓ | ✓ |
| Google Calendar sync | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automated text notifications | ✓ (included) | Add-on |
| Portfolio page (Folio) | ✓ | ✗ |
| Quote request from portfolio | ✓ | ✗ |
| Recurring jobs | ✓ | ✓ |
| Team permissions | ✓ (Team plan) | ✓ (Connect+) |
| Route optimization | ✗ | ✓ (Grow plan) |
| Mobile-first PWA | ✓ | Native app |
| Built for solo operators | ✓ | Built for teams |
Opervo Solo is $24.99/mo vs Jobber Core at $39/mo. That's $168/year back in your pocket — and you get more features included.
Jobber doesn't offer a public portfolio page. With Opervo, every operator gets a shareable Folio page where clients can see your work and request quotes.
Opervo includes automated appointment reminders, on-my-way alerts, and review request texts. Jobber charges extra for similar functionality.
30 days to try everything vs Jobber's 14 days. Enough time to actually run your business on it before committing.
Jobber is a great product for larger teams that need route optimization, advanced reporting, and deep integrations with tools like QuickBooks, Mailchimp, and Zapier. If you have 10+ employees and need enterprise-level scheduling, Jobber's Grow plan ($199/mo) may be worth the investment. For solo operators and small crews who need a professional, affordable tool — Opervo is the better fit.
Opervo is built for solar panel cleaning, window cleaning, pressure washing, and landscaping businesses.
Yes. Opervo includes scheduling, estimates, invoicing, a client portal, automated texts, and a portfolio page — all for $24.99/mo. Jobber starts at $39/mo and charges extra for text notifications. Opervo is built specifically for solo operators and small crews, while Jobber is designed for larger teams.
Jobber is a solid product for established teams that need route optimization and advanced reporting. But if you're a solo operator or small crew, you're paying for features you don't use. Opervo gives you everything you need at $24.99/mo.
Yes. You can export your client list from Jobber as a CSV and import it into Opervo. Most operators are fully set up within an hour. Your Opervo 30-day free trial gives you time to migrate without paying for both.
Jobber offers route optimization (on their Grow plan at $199/mo), a native mobile app, and deeper integrations with tools like Mailchimp and Zapier. If you need those specific features, Jobber may be a better fit. For most solo operators and small crews, Opervo covers everything you need at a fraction of the price.
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