Field-service management

ServiceM8

ServiceM8 is a cloud-based field-service management (FSM) software application. It provides features for job scheduling and dispatching, digital job cards, on-site estimating and invoicing, mobile payment processing, client communications, and integrations with cloud accounting systems such as QuickBooks and Xero.

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Data access and AI assessment
Not verified
AI built into the product
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Product development signal
Small business
Business size
Tiered + per-tech plans
Pricing model
API documented; confirm access terms
Data access
Not verified
Certified payroll: wage reports required on some public works projects
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Accounting basis: when income and costs enter the books
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WIP / percentage of completion: progress and earnings on unfinished jobs

What it is

Category Desc

ServiceM8 is a cloud-based field-service management (FSM) software application. It provides features for job scheduling and dispatching, digital job cards, on-site estimating and invoicing, mobile payment processing, client communications, and integrations with cloud accounting systems such as QuickBooks and Xero.

Source: servicem8.com: What it is
Target User

ServiceM8 is built for small trade contractors and home service businesses operating in residential and light commercial sectors. Typical trades include plumbing, electrical, HVAC, locksmith, cleaning, lawn care, pool service, and appliance repair. The product specifically targets sole proprietors and small teams of 1 to 20 staff, with product development optimized around Apple iOS devices (iPhones and iPads).

Source: servicem8.com: What it is

Not verified from available source evidence: Ownership, Founded Year. Unavailable evidence is not a negative product verdict.

Pricing & cost

Pricing Model

ServiceM8 uses a fixed tiered pricing model based on monthly job volume per company/business, rather than charging per user or per technician. All paid plans include unlimited staff/users. It also offers a Free plan limited to 1 user and 30 jobs per month.

Source: servicem8.com: Pricing & cost
Typical Cost

ServiceM8 public pricing tiers in USD are: Free ($0/month for 1 user, 30 jobs/month), Starter ($29/month for unlimited users, 50 jobs/month), Growing ($79/month for unlimited users, 150 jobs/month), Premium ($149/month for unlimited users, 500 jobs/month), and Premium Plus ($349/month for unlimited users, 1,500+ jobs/month, with additional jobs charged at $0.20 per job).

Source: servicem8.com: Pricing & cost
API Or Integration Fees

REST API access is included in paid plans at no additional platform fee. Integrations via third-party developer partner add-ons range from free to paid. Custom API integrations built by certified partners are quoted separately as fixed-fee projects (typically starting in the low four figures). Additional optional add-ons include ServiceM8 Phone (from $19/month) and additional text messages at $0.10 per SMS.

Source: servicem8.com: Pricing & cost
Implementation Cost

Self-serve DIY setup is $0. Certified Partner-assisted setup and training packages are quoted separately by partners; however, ServiceM8 offers a Customer Success Fund rebate program that credits 100% of Partner setup and training expenses back to the customer's ServiceM8 subscription account as credits (up to a $2,000 rebate).

Source: servicem8.com: Pricing & cost

API & data access

API Type

REST API (JSON formatted over HTTP using standard methods GET, POST, and DELETE) and a Webhooks API.

Source: developer.servicem8.com: API & data access
API Access Gating

Documentation is publicly accessible. Developer access is available via free developer accounts. Authentication is handled using OAuth 2.0 for Public Applications/Add-ons or API Keys for Private Applications connecting to individual accounts. Access does not require a separate gated enterprise subscription tier.

Source: developer.servicem8.com: API & data access
API Limitations

ServiceM8 applies rate limits of 180 requests per minute and 20,000 requests per day per application per connected account (returning HTTP 429 on exceed). The REST API supports standard GET, POST, and DELETE HTTP commands. Webhook subscriptions are restricted to Public Applications implementing OAuth 2.0.

Source: developer.servicem8.com: API & data access

Not verified from available source evidence: Data Export Options. Unavailable evidence is not a negative product verdict.

Native AI features

Not verified from available source evidence: AI Features Summary, AI Dispatch, AI Finance, AI Assistant Or MCP. Unavailable evidence is not a negative product verdict.

Integrations & ecosystem

Not verified from available source evidence: Accounting Integrations, Marketplace, Unified API Support. Unavailable evidence is not a negative product verdict.

Accounting fit & implementation

Not verified from available source evidence: Certified Payroll, Accounting Method, WIP POC Support, Implementation Time, Requires Implementer. Unavailable evidence is not a negative product verdict.

Adoption & market position

Market Position

ServiceM8 is a cloud-based field service and job management platform tailored for small trade contractors and home service businesses (such as plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, and locksmiths) with sole operators up to 20 staff. Established in Darwin, Australia, the platform is distinguished by its iOS/Apple-centric, mobile-first workflow and deep integrations with accounting software such as Xero and QuickBooks Online.

Source: servicem8.com: Adoption & market position

Not verified from available source evidence: Customer Scale, Momentum. Unavailable evidence is not a negative product verdict.

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