CrewConductor vs Workiz
Workiz starts at a per-user price that scales as you hire. CrewConductor caps each tier — $49 to $199/mo flat — so a five-tech shop and a fifteen-tech shop on the same plan pay the same.
Is CrewConductor a good Workiz alternative?
If you're scaling past 3–5 techs — yes. CrewConductor is flat $49–$199/mo with no per-user overage. Workiz Kickstart caps at 3 users, Standard/Pro at 5; each additional user is $46–$65/mo.
Short version: if you're running an HVAC, plumbing, or electrical shop and you're tired of Workiz's small per-tier user caps and per-user overage every time you hire, yes. CrewConductor charges $49 / $99 / $199 per month for up to 5, 25, or 75 techs. Adding a tech doesn't bump the bill until you graduate a tier. Workiz Kickstart caps at 3 users, Standard and Pro at 5 — each additional user costs $46-$65/mo.
CrewConductor is the better fit if you want predictable pricing as you hire, batch invoicing on the entry tier, or built-in crew trade specialties. Workiz is still worth considering if a consumer-facing online booking widget is critical to how you take new business — Workiz has stronger out-of-the-box support for self-booking lead capture. We focus on owner-operator and dispatcher-driven workflows.
Below: feature-by-feature comparison, pricing side by side, and answers to the most common questions.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | CrewConductor | Workiz |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat $49/$99/$199 per business | Tiered ($225-$325/mo annual) + $46-$65/user above tier cap |
| Setup fee | None | None |
| Time to first job | Under 10 minutes after signup. We will import your customers for free. | Same-day signup possible |
| Job scheduling + dispatch | Included on all plans | Included |
| Online booking widget | Not included | Included on higher tiers |
| Batch invoicing | Included on all plans | Limited |
| Crew trade specialties | Built-in (assign by trade) | Not a core feature |
| Recurring services | Included on all plans | Available on higher tiers |
| Mobile app | Web app (mobile-optimized) | Native iOS + Android |
| Free trial | 14 days, no credit card | Available, varies by region |
Why Contractors Look for a Workiz Alternative
Predictable monthly bill
Workiz's per-user pricing means every new hire pushes your bill up. CrewConductor stays flat within a tier — Starter handles 5 crew, Pro handles 25, and you only pay more when you actually graduate.
Trade specialties built in
If you run a multi-trade shop or just want to make sure your master electrician doesn't end up on a service-call run, CrewConductor tags crew by trade and skill. Workiz treats every team member as interchangeable.
Batch invoicing for recurring service
If you run a recurring-service business (lawn care, pest control, HVAC maintenance), end-of-month invoicing is the painful part. CrewConductor's batch invoicing closes a hundred jobs in one click — included on every plan, even the $49 Starter.
When Workiz wins
If online booking widgets are critical to how you take new business, Workiz has stronger out-of-the-box support there. CrewConductor focuses on owner-operator and dispatcher workflows over consumer lead-capture.
Pricing Side by Side
CrewConductor
- Starter: $49/mo -- up to 5 crew
- Pro: $99/mo -- up to 25 crew
- Enterprise: $199/mo -- up to 75 crew
- No setup fee. No per-user charges.
Workiz
- -- Lite: Free -- 2 users, capped at 20 jobs/mo
- -- Kickstart: $225/mo annual -- 3 users
- -- Standard: $275/mo annual -- 5 users
- -- Pro: $325/mo annual -- 5 users; $46-$65/mo per added user
Frequently asked questions
How does CrewConductor's pricing compare to Workiz?
CrewConductor is flat per business: $49 Starter (5 crew), $99 Pro (25), $199 Enterprise (75), plus custom for 75+. Workiz pricing (annual): Kickstart $225/mo (3 users), Standard $275/mo (5 users), Pro $325/mo (5 users) — plus $46-$65/mo per additional user. A 5-tech shop on CrewConductor Starter pays $49 flat; on Workiz Standard the same team pays $275 — roughly 5.6x the cost. The gap widens as you add users above tier caps.
Can I migrate from Workiz to CrewConductor?
Yes. Export your customers, active jobs, and recurring services from Workiz and send the file to our contact form — we will import everything for you, free. Setup of the platform itself takes under 10 minutes. Migration timing depends on how much data you have.
Does CrewConductor have an online booking widget like Workiz?
No. CrewConductor focuses on owner and dispatcher-driven workflows rather than consumer self-booking widgets. If a public-facing booking page is critical to your lead flow, Workiz has stronger out-of-the-box support there. We may add this in the future based on customer demand.
Which is better for multi-trade contractors?
CrewConductor — it has built-in crew trade specialties (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, etc.) and routes jobs accordingly. Workiz treats every team member as interchangeable, which works for single-trade shops but creates friction in multi-trade operations where you want the right tech matched to the right call.
Does CrewConductor have batch invoicing?
Yes — and it's on every plan starting at the $49 Starter. One click invoices every closed job for the period. This matters most for shops running maintenance contracts, recurring property accounts, or seasonal service work. Workiz has limited batch invoicing support.
Do I need a credit card for the CrewConductor trial?
No. 14 days, email only. Workiz also has free trials available, varying by region. The difference is what's behind it — CrewConductor's trial gives you full Pro-tier access (25 crew, SMS, full reports) so you can evaluate with real data, not a stripped-down demo.
When should I pick Workiz over CrewConductor?
Pick Workiz if (1) consumer-facing online booking is core to how you take new business, (2) you specifically need its native iOS or Android apps rather than a mobile-optimized web app, or (3) you already use Workiz's ecosystem add-ons and the switching cost outweighs the pricing benefit. Otherwise CrewConductor's flat pricing usually wins.
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