Jobber alternative — comparison

Jobber alternative for construction bids: which one fits?

By the SubmitX team · Updated October 1, 2026

Jobber (Edmonton) is management software for home and commercial service businesses — requests, quotes, scheduling, invoicing — from US$29/month billed annually. Its site and app document English and Spanish, with no mention of French. SubmitX targets construction contractors in Quebec, French-first, with CCQ payroll and SEAO monitoring.

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Disclosure: this comparison is written by SubmitX, so we are not neutral. Facts about Jobber were checked on its official website and app-store listings on October 1, 2026 (numbered links at the bottom). Anything Jobber does not publish is marked as such. SubmitX launched publicly in June 2026: it is a young company, with less track record and fewer integrations than established vendors. Spotted an error? support@submitx.ca.

Jobber at a glance

Jobber targets service businesses (from solo operators to teams of 15+). Published USD prices: Core from $29/month billed annually (1 user), Connect from $99, Grow from $149, Plus from $399; $29/month per extra user. 14-day trial with no card.[1]

Jobber syncs with QuickBooks Online; payroll runs through a Gusto integration available in the US only.[2][4] Jobber AI drafts quotes from requests and past quotes.[3] Data may be processed in Canada, the US or elsewhere.[5]

SubmitX vs Jobber: comparison table

CriterionJobberSubmitX
Published priceYes (USD): Core $29–49, Connect from $99, Grow from $149, Plus from $399/mo; +$29/user[1]Free · Starter (3 users) · Pro (25 users) · Ultra; pricing on request
Trial / free plan14-day trial, no card; no free plan[1]Permanent Free plan (unlimited bids, 0 AI credits) + 7-day trial of paid plans, no card
LanguagesEnglish and Spanish documented; French not mentioned[2]French (built French-first)
Mobile appYes, iOS and Android[6][7]iOS and Android app
SpecialtyHome and commercial services (requests, visits, invoicing)[1]Construction bids and projects
PayrollThrough Gusto (US only)[4]CCQ payroll included
SEAO monitoringNot published[1]SEAO tender monitoring
AccountingQuickBooks Online sync[2]GST/QST; QuickBooks Online sync; Acomba and Sage 50 exports
AIJobber AI: quote drafts, assistant[3]AI-drafted bids approved by the contractor
Data hostingAWS; may be processed in Canada, the US or elsewhere[5]Database in Canada (Montréal); some processors in the US (AI, web hosting, payments, email)

“Not published” = not found on the official website as of October 1, 2026; it does not mean the feature does not exist.

Who is it for? Our recommendation

Jobber is the better fit if…

  • Your business is mostly recurring service visits (maintenance, landscaping, cleaning, repairs).
  • You want a very proven tool for scheduling, dispatch and online payments.
  • You work in English and CCQ payroll does not apply to you.

SubmitX fits if…

  • You do construction bids and projects, with CCQ-covered employees.
  • You bid on SEAO public tenders.
  • You want a French-first tool with prices in Canadian dollars and a Free plan.

Before you switch: SubmitX limitations

Frequently asked questions

Is Jobber available in French?

Jobber's official FAQ says the mobile app is available in English and Spanish; we found no mention of French (checked October 1, 2026).

How much does Jobber cost?

Per getjobber.com/pricing (October 1, 2026), in USD: Core $29 to $49/month depending on commitment, Connect from $99, Grow from $149, Plus from $399/month billed annually; $29/month per extra user.

Does Jobber do CCQ payroll?

No. Jobber payroll runs through a Gusto integration available in the US only, and Jobber does not mention the CCQ. SubmitX includes CCQ payroll.

Sources

  1. getjobber.com — Pricing (USD) — accessed October 1, 2026
  2. getjobber.com — FAQ (langues, QuickBooks) — accessed October 1, 2026
  3. getjobber.com — Jobber AI — accessed October 1, 2026
  4. Jobber Help — intégration Gusto (paie, États-Unis) — accessed October 1, 2026
  5. getjobber.com — Privacy policy (lieu de traitement) — accessed October 1, 2026
  6. App Store — Jobber — accessed October 1, 2026
  7. Google Play — Jobber — accessed October 1, 2026

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