JobTread at a glance: what the software does well
💡 Transparency: this article is written by the SubmitX team, so we are both judge and party. The facts about JobTread come from its public pages viewed on October 26, 2026 (links at the bottom of the page). See a mistake? Write to support@submitx.ca.
JobTread, headquartered in Dallas (Texas), describes itself as construction estimating and project management software. It targets residential builders, remodelers, pool builders, roofers, specialty trades, commercial contractors and franchises.
Its strengths, according to its official pages
- Solid estimating: takeoffs, cost catalog, contracts and electronic signature.
- Project financial tracking: budgets, change orders, project costs, client invoices, AIA payment applications, subcontractor and supplier billing.
- Job site: tasks, calendar, daily logs and time tracking.
- Free portals: client, subcontractor and supplier portal users are free and unlimited.
- All included: every feature in a single plan, unlimited projects and documents, no setup fees and no contract.
- Support: a customer success manager assigned to each client, with free implementation and training.
- Built-in AI for budgets, formulas and forms.
How much does JobTread cost? Published prices
According to JobTread's pricing page (jobtread.com/pricing, viewed on October 26, 2026), all prices are in US dollars (USD) and the exchange rate depends on your card issuer.
| Item | Monthly subscription | Annual subscription |
|---|---|---|
| Base plan (1 user included) | USD 199/month | "Save 20%" (annual base price not shown) |
| Internal users 2 to 10 | USD 20/month each | USD 16/month each |
| Users 11 to 20 | USD 15/month each | USD 12/month each |
| Users 21 to 30 | USD 10/month each | USD 8/month each |
| Users 31 and more | USD 5/month each | USD 4/month each |
No free trial: the FAQ explains that each client is assigned a customer success manager. JobTread instead offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, mentioned for the monthly subscription. Example for 5 users on monthly billing: 199 + 4 × 20 = USD 279 per month, before conversion and taxes.
SubmitX provides its prices on request, depending on the plan: Free; Starter (up to 3 users); Pro (up to 25 users); Ultra (25 users and more). 7-day trial with no card; with no card on day 7, the account stays on the Free plan with its data. See Pricing.
JobTread in French? Language, Canada and mobile app
We found no mention of a French interface on the JobTread pages viewed on October 26, 2026, neither on its pricing page nor in its search results.
On mobile, JobTread is a progressive web app: its "Mobile App" page states that it is not found in the app stores and is installed by adding it to the home screen from the browser. SubmitX offers iOS and Android apps.
We found no information on the country where JobTread's data is hosted in the pages we viewed. At SubmitX, the database is in Canada (Montreal), with technical subprocessors in the United States listed in the security FAQ.
GST/QST, CCQ payroll and SEAO with JobTread
Taxes: an update for Canada
A JobTread blog post (published on August 29, 2024) announces a feature for Canadian contractors: tax paid on purchases can be entered on requests for quotes, purchase orders and supplier bills. GST and HST are treated there as recoverable (not charged to the project cost), while PST and QST are treated as non-recoverable, and therefore added to the project cost. If you are registered for QST, have your accountant validate this treatment before relying on it.
In SubmitX, GST (5%) and QST (9.975%) are calculated automatically on quotes and invoices, with QuickBooks Online sync and Acomba and Sage 50 exports.
Payroll and CCQ
JobTread's integrations menu lists Gusto, a payroll service, with no details on the pricing page. We found no mention of the CCQ (Commission de la construction du Québec) or Quebec construction rates (checked on October 26, 2026). SubmitX includes CCQ payroll: see our CCQ payroll guide.
Public calls for tenders
No mention of SEAO found at JobTread. SubmitX offers SEAO monitoring.
JobTread vs SubmitX comparison table
| Criterion | JobTread | SubmitX |
|---|---|---|
| Published price | Yes: USD 199/month + USD 20/month per internal user (decreasing tiers) | No, on request: Free, Starter, Pro, Ultra (25 users and more) (CAD) |
| Currency | USD | CAD |
| Users | Paid per user; client, subcontractor and supplier portals free | Cap included per plan: 1, 3, 25, more on Ultra |
| Trial | No trial; 30-day money-back guarantee | Permanent Free plan; 7-day trial with no card |
| French | No mention found | French first, English available |
| Mobile app | Progressive web app (not in the stores) | iOS and Android apps |
| Canadian taxes | GST/HST recoverable; QST treated as non-recoverable (blog, 2024) | GST and QST calculated automatically |
| CCQ payroll | No mention found; Gusto integration listed | CCQ payroll included |
| SEAO monitoring | No mention found | Included |
| Support | Customer success manager, free implementation and training | Free Excel/CSV import; full migration as an option (price on request) |
| Data hosting | Not found in the pages viewed | Database in Canada (Montreal) |
| Track record | Established vendor | Young company (public launch in June 2026), few independent reviews |
"No mention found" means absent from the pages viewed on October 26, 2026, not necessarily non-existent.
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Who is each one for? JobTread or SubmitX
JobTread is a better fit if…
- Your team works in English and you are comfortable with billing in USD.
- You want personalized support from the start, with an assigned manager.
- Budgets and project costs are at the heart of your management, with many subcontractors to invite for free.
- You do not need built-in CCQ payroll.
SubmitX is a fit if…
- You want software in French, billed in Canadian dollars.
- You have employees subject to the CCQ.
- You want to test on your own, without a mandatory demo, with a Free plan.
- You follow SEAO calls for tenders.
Honest limitation: SubmitX launched publicly in June 2026 and still has few independent reviews. Its AI can make mistakes: every AI-generated quote must be reviewed by the contractor before sending. All our limitations: SubmitX pros and cons.
How to compare JobTread and SubmitX on your real files
Calculate the total cost in CAD
Add up the JobTread base plan and your internal users, then convert to Canadian dollars at your card's rate.
Show the QST handling to your accountant
Ask whether treating QST as a project cost works for you.
Test 5 to 10 real quotes
During the SubmitX trial (7 days, no card), redo recent quotes and compare the amounts.
Import your data
Clients, prices, subcontractors and employees import for free by Excel or CSV into SubmitX.
Decide with no contract
Both offer subscriptions with no long commitment; at SubmitX, you cancel from the dashboard.
Other comparisons: Comparisons, Buildxact alternative and Buildertrend alternative.
Frequently asked questions
How much does JobTread cost?
According to jobtread.com/pricing (viewed on October 26, 2026): USD 199 per month with 1 user included, plus USD 20 per month per internal user from 2 to 10, then decreasing tiers. The annual subscription advertises 20% savings. All prices are in USD.
Is JobTread available in French?
We found no mention of a French interface on the JobTread pages viewed on October 26, 2026.
Is there a free trial of JobTread?
No, according to its FAQ. JobTread offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, mentioned for the monthly subscription.
Does JobTread handle QST?
A post on its blog (August 2024) explains that QST paid on purchases can be entered as a non-recoverable tax, treated as a project cost. Have your accountant validate this treatment.
Does JobTread have a mobile app?
Yes, as a progressive web app installed from the browser; it is not in the App Store or Google Play, according to its Mobile App page.
Sources consulted
Public vendor pages viewed on October 26, 2026. Prices and features change often: check on the vendor's website before deciding. A mistake? Write to support@submitx.ca, and we will correct it.
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