ServiceTitan vs Jobber
A head-to-head comparison for 2026 — plus the free alternative both platforms fail to match.
The Short Answer
ServiceTitan targets multi-location enterprise operators. Jobber targets lawn care and small crews. Both charge before you earn a dollar. Clockwork replaces both with a $0/month platform that handles HVAC, lawn care, and everything between.
ServiceTitan
$398+/mo
Enterprise HVAC, plumbing, and electrical operations.
Jobber
$69/mo
Lawn care, cleaning, and small service businesses.
Clockwork
$0/month
Every feature free. Unlimited users. 3.5% + 30¢ per transaction, no contracts.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | ServiceTitan | Jobber | Clockwork |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $398+/month | $69/month (1 user) | $0/month |
| Per-user pricing | Yes (per-tech) | Yes (per-user) | No — unlimited users |
| Annual contract | Yes (annual) | Month-to-month | No — month to month |
| Setup fee | $2,500+ | $0 | $0 |
| Scheduling & dispatch | Included (Pro+) | Included | Free, included |
| Invoicing & payments | Integration | Included (2.7%+) | Free. 3.5% + 30¢ per transaction |
| Virtual receptionist (24/7) | Not included | Not included | Free, included |
| Customer financing | Add-on | Not included | Free, built-in |
| Fleet/GPS tracking | Add-on | Not included | Free, included |
| Website builder | Add-on | Not included | Free, included |
| Reporting & analytics | Included (Pro+) | Included | Free, included |
| Mobile app | iOS/Android | iOS/Android | Free on iOS, Android, web |
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ServiceTitan
Pros
- +Built for large HVAC and plumbing operations
- +Deep reporting and call tracking integrations
- +Enterprise-grade customer support
Cons
- −Price excludes solo operators and small crews
- −Long annual contract with heavy setup fee
- −Complex to onboard
Jobber
Pros
- +Great UX for lawn care and cleaning crews
- +Client hub is polished and easy to use
- +Solid mobile app
Cons
- −Per-user pricing scales poorly past 5 users
- −No virtual receptionist included
- −Reporting thin compared to ServiceTitan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for HVAC, ServiceTitan or Jobber?
ServiceTitan is purpose-built for HVAC and plumbing at enterprise scale. Jobber is better suited to lawn care and cleaning. For HVAC contractors who want something free with the same core features, Clockwork is a full replacement — $0/month, includes everything HVAC shops need.
Which is cheaper, ServiceTitan or Jobber?
Jobber is dramatically cheaper at entry ($69/month vs $398+/month). But both are per-user and stack up fast. Clockwork is free — no monthly fee, no per-user charge — which makes it cheaper than either at any team size.
Can Clockwork replace both ServiceTitan and Jobber?
Yes. Clockwork supports 15 trade verticals including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, and cleaning. Every feature these two platforms charge for — scheduling, dispatch, invoicing, payments, fleet tracking, website, virtual receptionist — is included free.
Do either include a 24/7 receptionist?
No. Neither ServiceTitan nor Jobber include a built-in virtual receptionist. Clockwork includes a 24/7 receptionist free — answers calls, books jobs, runs after-hours and weekends.
How do I migrate from Jobber to Clockwork?
Clockwork includes a guided migration flow: export customers and jobs from your existing platform, import into Clockwork, and you are live in under an hour.
Skip the paid-vs-paid debate. Go free.
Clockwork gives you everything ServiceTitan and Jobber charge for — dispatch, invoicing, payments, fleet, virtual receptionist — at $0/month. 3.5% + 30¢ per transaction, no contracts, unlimited users.