Taskr vs simPRO
Job management software for trade and field service businesses. Here's how Taskr compares for Australian trade businesses.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Taskr | simPRO |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | Up and running in under an hour | Typically 2-6 weeks with onboarding support |
| Mobile experience | Native iOS and Android app built for field use, works offline | Mobile app available but designed as an extension of the desktop platform |
| Job costing | Real-time job costing with labour, materials, and travel | Detailed project costing with multi-level cost centres |
| Ease of use | Minimal training needed, techs adopt it the first day | Powerful but complex, requires dedicated training |
| Pricing | Free during beta (no lock-in) | Tiered pricing, typically $50-100+/user/month |
Why teams switch to Taskr
Taskr is set up in under an hour, not weeks
Mobile app designed for field techs, not office staff
Free during beta, no lock-in
simPRO limitations
Steep learning curve, takes weeks to set up
Complex interface that field techs resist using
Expensive for smaller teams with per-user pricing tiers
Frequently asked questions
Is Taskr better than simPRO for Australian trade businesses?
Taskr is purpose-built for Australian trades with industry-specific compliance workflows (AS1851, APVMA, AS2201), a mobile-first design, and full quoting, scheduling, and invoicing in one platform. simPRO job management software for trade and field service businesses. The right choice depends on your industry and workflow, Taskr is currently free during beta.
How does Taskr compare to simPRO on pricing?
Taskr is currently free during beta with full platform access, no credit card required, no feature limits, no lock-in contracts. simPRO uses custom or tiered pricing that typically scales with users and features.
Can I switch from simPRO to Taskr?
Yes. Taskr has CSV import for customers, assets, and job history. Setup takes under an hour. The mobile app is available immediately on iOS and Android with offline capability.
How we evaluated
This comparison was compiled by the Taskr team based on publicly available information, product documentation, and user feedback as of March 2026. We focus on criteria relevant to Australian trade and field service businesses: compliance support (AS1851, APVMA, AS2201), mobile experience for field technicians, ease of setup, pricing transparency, and accounting integrations (Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB).
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