Jobber charges per user. As your crew grows, so does your software bill. Most contractors don't realize how fast that adds up until they're paying several hundred dollars a month and haven't added a single new feature.
Why contractors switch from Jobber to IRONGRID
The specific differences that matter when you're evaluating the switch.
Unlimited team members, flat pricing
IRONGRID includes unlimited team members on every plan. Add your full crew, managers, and office staff without a price increase. Your software cost stays predictable from month one to month twenty-four.
Custom billing rate calculations
IRONGRID's Custom Calculations let you define exactly how labor rates, material markup, and overhead apply per work order type. Set your formulas once and every invoice applies them automatically. Jobber doesn't offer this level of billing precision.
Subcontractor access built in
Need a sub or external partner to see a specific job? IRONGRID's guest access lets you invite them to a single work order via email — they see only what you share, post field updates, and log their hours. Jobber has no subcontractor portal.
Everything you need, nothing you don't
Jobber bundles marketing automation, review request tools, and AI features into its higher tiers. IRONGRID focuses on the core job: manage work orders, track labor and materials, invoice, collect payment, and sync to QuickBooks. No features you'll never use.
IRONGRID vs. Jobber — feature comparison
A side-by-side look at what each platform covers.
What switching looks like
Most teams are up and running within a day.
Most contractors who switch from Jobber to IRONGRID are up and running within a day. Work orders, client records, and team setup are straightforward to rebuild, and most teams find the workflow cleaner once they're in. The biggest thing they notice first: adding a new hire no longer triggers a pricing conversation.
Unlimited team members on every plan. No per-seat fees.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions from contractors evaluating IRONGRID as a Jobber replacement.
Is IRONGRID a good Jobber alternative?
Yes, particularly if your main frustration with Jobber is per-seat pricing or the cost of features you don't use. IRONGRID covers the same core operations — work orders, scheduling, labor tracking, invoicing, payment collection, and QuickBooks sync — with unlimited team members on every plan. The main things Jobber offers that IRONGRID doesn't are built-in marketing automation, AI-assisted pricing, and automated customer review requests.
How does IRONGRID pricing compare to Jobber?
Jobber's pricing scales with the number of users in your account, which makes costs unpredictable as your team grows. IRONGRID's plans are flat: $49/month (Starter), $149/month (Pro), or $249/month (Business), with unlimited team members at every tier. For a crew of six or more, IRONGRID is typically less expensive than Jobber's comparable tier.
Can I import my data from Jobber into IRONGRID?
IRONGRID doesn't offer a direct import from Jobber, but the setup is straightforward. Client records, team members, and your pricebook can be added manually or via CSV. Most teams complete their initial setup in a few hours.
Does IRONGRID have a mobile app like Jobber?
IRONGRID runs as a Progressive Web App on any iOS or Android device. Install it to your home screen in under a minute and it works like a native app — push notifications, offline mode, and full functionality from the field.
Does IRONGRID integrate with QuickBooks like Jobber does?
Yes. IRONGRID integrates with QuickBooks Online on Pro and Business plans. Push invoices in one click, with clients created as QuickBooks Customers automatically on the first sync.