Dave vs Workiz
Which Contractor Software is Right for Your Business?
Quick Comparison
The easy-to-use contractor app
when billed annually
Workiz
Field service management
DaveOUR SOLUTION
The easy-to-use contractor app
Dave is built for owner-operators who want to get the job done without faffing around with complicated software. It handles estimates, invoicing, project organization, and scheduling in one dead-simple app.
Dave's key features:
- •Dead-simple setup – no training needed
- •Professional estimates that win jobs
- •Invoicing that gets you paid faster
- •Project organization to keep your crew in check
- •Schedule jobs and your crew with ease
- •Professional client portal for estimates & invoices
- •Send quotes & bills via email and SMS text
- •Job-site photos and notes
- •Collect 5-star Google Reviews automatically
- •Built-in CRM to manage your clients
"Dave just works. I can bang out an estimate in the truck, send an invoice, and know exactly where my crew needs to be. No nonsense."
Strengths:
- ✓Built for owner-operators, not enterprise
- ✓No steep learning curve
- ✓Syncs with Quickbooks
- ✓Works great on your phone at the job site
- ✓Fair pricing for small businesses
- ✓Helps you look professional to clients
- ✓Client portal makes approvals & payments easy
Limitations:
- •Not for massive companies with 50+ trucks
- •Focused on the essentials, not the bells and whistles
- •Won't make your coffee (yet)
Best for:
Owner-operators and small teams who want to look professional and stay organized without hiring an IT department
Get organized, win jobs, and impress clients.
No credit card required.
Workiz
Field service management
A big platform for locksmiths, junk removal, and garage door companies. It's got a ton of features for dispatching and call centers, but it's expensive and complicated for most.
Workiz's key features:
- •Dispatching and scheduling
- •Call center management
- •Online booking widget
- •Inventory management
- •Service plans
- •Commissions tracking
- •Automated reviews
Strengths:
- ✓Great for locksmiths and junk removal
- ✓Strong call center features
- ✓Good for managing large fleets
- ✓Inventory tracking is solid
Limitations:
- •Expensive ($225/mo to get what you need)
- •Overkill for general contractors
- •Geared towards emergency service/dispatch
- •Setup can be a bear
Best for:
Locksmiths, junk removal, and garage door companies with a dedicated dispatcher and call center
Key Differences: Dave vs Workiz
Pricing
Dave: $40/month when billed annually
Workiz: $225/month for comparable features
Dave is a fraction of the cost. Workiz charges a premium for dispatch features that most GCs don't need.
Ease of Use
Dave: 5-minute setup, designed for non-techies
Workiz: "Robust" (read: complicated) setup
Dave gets you back to work fast. Workiz requires you to set up a whole dispatch center.
Target Business
Dave: Construction, Remodeling, Trades
Workiz: Locksmiths, Junk Removal, Garage Doors
Dave is for building things. Workiz is for dispatching trucks to emergency calls.
Features
Dave: Estimates, Invoicing, Project Org, Scheduling
Workiz: Call Center, Dispatch, Inventory, Commissions
Dave focuses on the job. Workiz focuses on the phone system and dispatch board.
How to Choose Between Dave and Workiz
It's a pretty clear split:
Go with Dave if:
- • You're a general contractor or trade pro
- • You do project-based work (days/weeks, not minutes)
- • You want simple estimates and invoices
- • You don't have a dispatch center
- • You want to save $185+ a month
Go with Workiz if:
- • You run a locksmith or junk removal business
- • You have a dispatcher answering phones all day
- • You need to track inventory in your trucks
- • You pay techs on commission
- • You manage a large fleet of service vehicles
Ready to give Dave a shot?
Join the other owner-operators who've stopped fighting with software and started getting more work done.
Build a smarter,
stronger
business
Quick Estimates
Send estimates fast, look professional, and stand out from the first impression.
Organized Projects
Stay confident and in control with photos, notes, and files exactly where you need them.
Professional Invoices
Send branded invoices in seconds, track when they're seen, and get paid fast.
Smart Scheduling
Plan your week, assign team members, and keep everyone on time with automated reminders.
All your jobs, clients, and invoices in one place.
Join the other pros using Dave to quote faster, stay organized, and stack wins on every job.
"My clients have even commented on how professional and convenient it is. Highly recommend it to any contractor looking to simplify their workflow."
Lukas, Eucalyptus Landscaping