How much can I save switching from Jobber?

A typical 2-tech shop on Jobber's Grow plan ($299/mo + $29/user) pays ~$4,284/year. The same on ApplianceOps ($35/mo + $15/tech) is $780/year — a savings of $3,500+.

ApplianceOps vs Jobber: Which Is Better for Appliance Repair?

Jobber is a great tool — for lawn care, cleaning, and general home services. But if you exclusively repair appliances, here’s why ApplianceOps was built for you.

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Quick Verdict

ApplianceOps: Best for appliance repair shops (1-10 techs) that want AI diagnosis, per-machine pricing, and warranty tracking at $35/mo.

Jobber: Best for general home service businesses that need a broad platform across multiple trades.

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Feature-by-Feature Comparison

See exactly how ApplianceOps stacks up against Jobber for appliance repair businesses.

Feature	ApplianceOps $35/mo	Jobber $39–$599/mo
Price (all features)	$35/mo	$39–$599/mo (4 tiers)
Additional users	$15/mo each	$29/mo each
Built for appliance repair	✓ Exclusively	✗ Generalist (50+ industries)
AI Diagnosis Assist	✓ Included	✗ Not available
Photo-to-Form (AI)	✓ Included	✗ Not available
Smart Route Optimization	✓ Included	💰 Grow plan ($299+/mo)
QuickBooks Sync	✓ Included	💰 Connect plan ($129+/mo)
Per-Machine Price Book	✓	✗
Warranty/WO # Tracking	✓ Built-in fields	✗ No dedicated fields
Dispatch Calendar	✓	✓
Invoicing	✓	✓
Online Payments	✓ Stripe	✓ Stripe
CRM	✓	✓
Online Booking	✓	✓
Time Tracking	✓ Included	💰 Connect plan ($129+/mo)
Automated Reminders	✓	✓
Google Drive Backup	✓ Nightly	✗
Contract Required	✗ No	✗ No
Mobile App	✓ Browser-based (any phone)	✓ Native iOS/Android
Annual cost (1 owner + 1 tech)	$600/yr	$816–$7,524/yr

Breakdown

Strengths at a Glance

What Jobber Does Well

Mature platform with a large user base and extensive integrations
Native mobile apps for iOS and Android
Built-in website builder for customer-facing sites
Strong quoting workflow with margin tracking
Large community and educational resources (Jobber Academy)

Where ApplianceOps Wins

Appliance-specific workflows: Per-machine pricing, warranty company billing, work order/claim number tracking — features Jobber doesn’t have because they serve 50+ industries.
AI that works on the job: Diagnosis assist gives you error code troubleshooting, likely parts, and costs in seconds. Photo-to-form reads warranty dispatch sheets so you don’t type them manually.
All features at one price: Jobber locks route optimization behind the $299/mo Grow plan. QuickBooks sync requires $129/mo Connect. ApplianceOps includes everything at $35/mo.
$1,900+/year savings: A shop running 2 techs on Jobber’s Grow plan pays ~$4,284/year. The same setup on ApplianceOps costs $780/year.
Your data stays yours: Nightly Google Drive backup means your customer records, invoices, and call history are always in YOUR Google account.

FAQ

Common Questions

Is ApplianceOps really $35/mo for everything Jobber charges $299/mo for?▼

Yes. Every feature — including route optimization, QuickBooks sync, time tracking, and AI tools — is included at $35/mo. Jobber tiers these across plans ranging from $39 to $599/mo.

Can I import my data from Jobber?▼

Yes. Export your customers as a CSV from Jobber and upload it to ApplianceOps. Names, addresses, phone numbers, and emails map automatically.

Does ApplianceOps have a mobile app?▼

ApplianceOps runs in your phone’s browser and can be added to your home screen for an app-like experience. No app store download needed. Works on iPhone and Android.

What does Jobber have that ApplianceOps doesn’t?▼

Jobber has native mobile apps, a built-in website builder, and a larger integration marketplace. If you need those, Jobber may be a better fit. If you need appliance-specific features and AI tools at a fraction of the price, ApplianceOps wins.