Jobber is a solid general-purpose field service tool, but it wasn't built for the specific needs of trade contractors. Adapted Pro Tech includes equipment tracking, inventory management, maintenance plans, a service pricebook, and AI-powered tools that Jobber doesn't offer — features that HVAC, plumbing, and electrical businesses rely on daily.
FeatureAdapted Pro TechJobber
Starting Price$199/month$39/month (1 user, limited)
Free Trial14 days, no credit card14 days
Dispatch & SchedulingDrag-and-drop board, all plansIncluded
Invoicing & PaymentsIncluded on all plansIncluded
Customer PortalFull portal — booking, invoices, equipment historyClient hub (basic)
Online BookingIncluded on all plansIncluded
Equipment TrackingFull lifecycle — serial numbers, warranties, maintenanceNot available
Offline ModeFull offline supportLimited
AI AssistantEstimate drafting, dispatch recommendations, profitability analysisNot available
Inventory ManagementPro plan and aboveNot available
Maintenance PlansRecurring maintenance schedulesNot available
QuickBooks IntegrationFull two-way sync (Elite)Two-way sync
GPS TrackingReal-time technician tracking (Elite)Included on higher plans
Marketing AutomationEmail & SMS campaigns (Elite)Limited email campaigns
SEO Boost (AI Content & Visibility)Elite planNot available
Multi-Tier EstimatesGood / Better / Best optionsNot available
Service PricebookBuilt-in pricebook with flat-rate pricingProduct/service list only
Who Should Choose Adapted Pro Tech?
If you're an HVAC, plumbing, or electrical contractor who needs equipment tracking, inventory management, a service pricebook, and AI-powered tools, Adapted Pro Tech is the better choice. Jobber is a good general-purpose platform for lawn care, cleaning, and other simple service businesses, but it lacks the trade-specific features that contractors need to run efficiently. Adapted Pro Tech is purpose-built for the trades.