Comparison
Quotably vs ServiceM8
ServiceM8 is a field service management platform with broad capabilities. But for AI-powered quoting that turns documents into accurate BOQs in minutes, Quotably is the specialist tool Australian tradies trust.
The key differences at a glance
ServiceM8 covers field service broadly. Quotably excels at the quoting workflow with AI.
AI Extraction
Quotably: Built-in
ServiceM8: None
BOQ Generation
Quotably: Automated
ServiceM8: Manual
Full Plan
Quotably: $79/mo
ServiceM8: ~$349/mo
Focus
Quotably: AI Quoting
ServiceM8: Field Service
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | Quotably | ServiceM8 |
|---|---|---|
| AI & Automation | ||
| AI document extraction | ||
| Automated BOQ generation | ||
| Smart pricing suggestions | ||
| Custom AI training per trade | ||
| Quoting | ||
| Professional quotes | ||
| Quote templates | Limited | |
| Quote numbering | ||
| PDF generation | ||
| Detailed BOQ in quotes | ||
| Project Management | ||
| Project tracking | ||
| BOQ management | ||
| Pricing lists | ||
| Job dispatching | ||
| GPS tracking | ||
| Collaboration | ||
| Team features | ||
| Multi-user access | Up to 10 | Tiered plans |
| Supplier shopping lists | ||
| Pricing | ||
| Free tier available | Lite plan | |
| Starting price | $0/mo | ~$29/mo |
| Full-featured plan | $79/mo | ~$349/mo |
Why tradies choose Quotably for quoting
AI extracts line items from any document
Upload a scope document, specification, or job description. Quotably's AI identifies items, quantities, and specifications from text-based documents — then matches them to your pricing list. ServiceM8 has no AI extraction capability.
Dedicated BOQ management
Quotably is built around the bill of quantities workflow. Create, edit, and manage detailed BOQs that flow into professional quotes. ServiceM8's quoting is simpler and lacks dedicated BOQ tools.
Significantly more affordable for quoting
ServiceM8's premium plans reach $349/mo. Quotably's Pro plan at $79/mo gives you AI extraction, custom training, and unlimited quotes. That's a potential saving of over $3,000 per year.
Supplier shopping lists save procurement time
Quotably automatically generates per-supplier shopping lists from your BOQ. Know exactly what to order, from whom, and at what cost. ServiceM8 doesn't offer this functionality.
Custom AI that learns your trade
Train Quotably's AI to understand your specific terminology, pricing codes, and quoting style. Set up separate profiles for different trades. ServiceM8 offers no AI customisation.
Pricing comparison
Quotably
- Free: $0/mo — 5 AI extractions, 3 projects
- Pro: $79/mo — 50 AI extractions, custom training
- Team: $149/mo — 200 extractions, up to 10 users
ServiceM8
- Lite: ~$29/mo (limited)
- Growing: ~$79/mo
- Premium: ~$349/mo
- No AI extraction at any tier
Frequently asked questions
Is Quotably better than ServiceM8 for quoting?
For quoting specifically, yes. Quotably is purpose-built for the quoting workflow with AI-powered document extraction and BOQ generation. ServiceM8 is a broader field service management platform where quoting is just one of many features.
Does ServiceM8 have AI document extraction?
No. ServiceM8 does not offer AI-powered document extraction or automated BOQ generation. You need to manually create quotes and enter line items. Quotably's AI can extract items from text-based job documents, specifications, and scope of works automatically.
Can I use Quotably with ServiceM8?
Yes. Many tradies use Quotably for AI-powered quoting alongside ServiceM8 for field service management, dispatching, and invoicing. Use each tool for what it does best.
Which is more affordable, Quotably or ServiceM8?
Quotably is more affordable for quoting. ServiceM8's full-featured plans cost up to $349/mo. Quotably's Pro plan at $79/mo includes AI extraction and all quoting features, and there's a free tier to get started.
Does Quotably replace ServiceM8?
Quotably focuses on the quoting workflow, while ServiceM8 covers field service management more broadly (dispatching, GPS tracking, invoicing). If you primarily need faster, smarter quoting, Quotably is the better choice. For full field service management, you may want both.
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