Tradify vs simPRO: Which Is Better For Australian Trades In 2027?

Last updated: November 15, 2026

Tradify is better for small and growing trade teams that want simple quoting, scheduling and invoicing at a per-user price, while simPRO is better for larger contractors that need project management, job costing and inventory across 20 or more staff. This comparison is part of our Field Service Software hub.

Both are popular with Australian electricians, plumbers and HVAC businesses. For more options, see our list of job management software for tradies in Australia.

Tradify vs simPRO At A Glance

	Tradify	simPRO
Founded	2013, Auckland	Brisbane
Best for	Teams of about 2 to 15	Contractors with 20+ staff
Pricing model	Per user per month	Priced on application
Strengths	Fast setup, clean interface	Projects, job costing, inventory
Accounting	Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks	Xero, MYOB and more

Pricing

Tradify charges per user per month, with a free trial and most core features on standard plans, which keeps costs predictable for small teams. simPRO prices on application and usually involves a formal onboarding, which reflects its focus on larger businesses.

Features

Quoting, Scheduling And Invoicing

Tradify covers the full quote to invoice flow for service and small project work. simPRO adds multi-stage projects, progress claims and detailed job costing.

Inventory And Assets

simPRO includes stock control, purchasing and asset maintenance tools. Tradify is lighter on inventory, so businesses that hold a lot of stock usually look at simPRO or AroFlo.

Setup And Training

Most tradies can set up Tradify in days. simPRO takes longer to implement but scales to large teams and multiple divisions.

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Tradify if you run a small to mid-sized team and want something your crew will pick up quickly. Choose simPRO if you manage larger projects, multiple crews and stock, and you are ready to invest in implementation.

How We Compared Them

We compared both platforms using vendor websites, Australian software review platforms and independent trade software comparisons, focusing on pricing model, team size fit, features and accounting integrations. Read more about how we research and rank.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tradify cheaper than simPRO?

Usually, yes, for small teams. Tradify charges per user per month, while simPRO is priced on application for larger businesses.

Is simPRO Australian?

Yes. simPRO was built in Brisbane and serves trade businesses in Australia and overseas.

Can a small business use simPRO?

It can, but most small teams find simpler apps like Tradify or ServiceM8 faster to set up and cheaper to run.

Do both integrate with Xero?

Yes. Both integrate with Xero and other common accounting packages.

Conclusion

Tradify is the easier, lower-cost choice for small and growing teams, and simPRO is the stronger platform for large contractors with projects and inventory.

Trial both on real jobs before you commit, and check how your data will move if you switch later.