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FIELDBOSS is a specialized field service management platform for elevator, escalator, HVAC, fire protection, and specialty mechanical contractors that need deep
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ServiceTitan is an enterprise-grade FSM platform for commercial and residential contractors, priced from ~$300/user/mo, public since its 2024 IPO.
ServiceTitan is the category leader for mid-market residential service contractors, with over 8,000 customer businesses and an IPO completed in December 2024 that valued the company at roughly $8 billion. The platform serves HVAC, plumbing, electrical, garage door, roofing, and specialty trades, and has grown through acquisitions including Aspire (landscaping, 2023) and FieldRoutes (pest control and lawn, 2022). Its product depth — spanning marketing analytics, CSR call center tools, dynamic dispatching, GPS tracking, flat-rate pricing libraries, consumer financing, and multi-location dashboards — makes it the reference point against which other FSM platforms are measured.
ServiceTitan does not publish retail pricing. Based on reported customer data and industry accounts, all-in costs typically fall between $300 and $500+ per user per month, with mandatory onboarding packages ranging from $5,000 to $20,000+. Annual contracts are standard; multi-year deals are common at larger accounts. The “starter” messaging seen in some promotions often refers to stripped-down tiers that still require upsells for core workflows. Prospective buyers should budget for both the license and a 3–6 month implementation period with internal or third-party resources.
ServiceTitan’s greatest strength is revenue-cycle integration: the system ties a Google Ads click through to a booked call, dispatched technician, completed job, and collected payment, with attribution visible at each step. Its flat-rate pricebook and in-field presentation tools are proven to increase average ticket size. The weaknesses are equally significant: cost is the highest in the category, implementation is resource-intensive, and the platform’s breadth can paralyze smaller teams that only need scheduling and invoicing.
ServiceTitan is the right fit for residential service businesses generating $5M or more in annual revenue that are committed to process standardization and have the management bandwidth to execute a full implementation. Multi-location HVAC and plumbing operations are the sweet spot. Do not choose ServiceTitan if you have fewer than 10 technicians, if you lack a dedicated operations manager, or if you need pricing transparency and a short-term contract. Jobber, Housecall Pro, or Service Fusion serve those needs at a fraction of the cost.
Editor's score by market
Average 8.4/10 across 13 industry-specific evaluations by Chip Alvarez. Higher scores indicate stronger fit for that trade; click through to read the full market roundup.
| Market | Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Best Work Order Software for Field Service | 8.9 | Best work-order depth for growing businesses needing pricebook and tech performance tracking |
| Best Job Scheduling Software for Field Service | 8.6 | Best AI-dispatching for fleets over 20 techs |
| Best Software for Electrical Services | 8.6 | Best for electrical contractors over 10 trucks focused on revenue-per-tech |
| Best Software for Plumbing Field Service Companies | 8.6 | Best for plumbing businesses at growth scale with 10+ technicians |
| Best Software for Appliance & Equipment Repair | 8.4 | Best all-in-one for established appliance repair companies scaling past 10 techs |
| Best Software for Elevator & Escalator | 8.4 | Best for national elevator companies needing CRM-integrated dispatch |
| Best Software for Security & Fire Protection | 8.4 | Best for fire protection contractors needing inspection compliance and recurring contracts |
| Best Software for Automotive & Fleet Services | 8.2 | Best fleet service module for multi-trade businesses already on the platform |
| Best Software for Construction & Building | 8.2 | Best for established construction service companies with multi-trade operations |
| Best Software for Facilities Management | 8.2 | Best for multi-trade facilities managers with 15+ field techs |
| Best Software for Cleaning Services Field Service Companies | 8.1 | Best for larger cleaning companies with complex commercial or multi-location operations |
| Best Commercial Mechanical Contractor Software | 7.8 | Best for larger mixed residential/commercial operators |
| Best Software for HVAC Field Service Companies | 7.6 | Best for established HVAC contractors scaling past 15 techs |
Where ServiceTitan shows up in our editorial coverage — best-of roundups, head-to-head comparisons, and the guides and articles that mention it.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for HVAC contractors in 2026 — scored on dispatch, mobile, pricing, and integrations. Reviewed by Chip Alvarez.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for cleaning companies — scored on recurring scheduling, payroll, and customer communication.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for appliance and equipment repair contractors in 2026 — scored on dispatch, parts, and warranty workflows.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for automotive and fleet service operations in 2026 — scored on routing, telematics, and compliance.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for construction and building contractors in 2026 — scored on project management, mobile, and integrations.
The scheduling tools that actually get the right tech to the right job on time — independently scored for dispatch, routing, and mobile.
The work order tools that keep techs productive and customers informed — independently scored on dispatch, mobile, and customer comms.
Independent picks for the best software for commercial mechanical contractors in 2026, ranked by operating model instead of generic feature count.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for elevator and escalator contractors in 2026 — scored on inspection, compliance, and route management.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for electrical contractors in 2026 — scored on dispatch, mobile, pricing, and integrations.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for facilities management teams in 2026 — scored on work orders, asset tracking, and reporting.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for plumbing contractors — scored on dispatch, mobile, pricing, and integrations.
Independent picks for the best FSM software for security and fire protection contractors in 2026 — scored on inspection, compliance, and reporting.
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Compare Smart Service's QuickBooks Desktop workflow with ServiceTitan's automation, marketing, and multi-location reporting workflows.
12 ServiceTitan alternatives ranked by trade fit and team size — from Jobber and Housecall Pro to BuildOps, FieldEdge, and FIELDBOSS.
ServiceTitan vs Sera compared: Sera says go-live within 4 weeks; ServiceTitan describes 12-16 weeks. Compare financing, inventory, pricing, and shop fit.
ServiceTitan and Fieldpoint both support service, projects, billing, and offline mobile work. Compare their 2026 trade focus and integration models.
simPRO is built for project-driven trade contractors with deep job costing; ServiceTitan is the enterprise residential/commercial FSM with broader BI.
RazorSync starts at $65/mo and suits solo operators; ServiceTitan starts at $398/mo and wins on dispatch and reporting depth.
ServiceTitan costs 2-3x more than FieldEdge but delivers deeper reporting. FieldEdge wins for small-to-mid HVAC and plumbing shops watching margins.
Comparing all three FSM platforms at once: Housecall Pro for small teams, Jobber for mid-size value, ServiceTitan for large operations. How to choose.
Housecall Pro is the affordable pick for small home service shops; ServiceTitan is the enterprise platform built for high-volume contractors.
ServiceTitan is the enterprise pick for shops over 25 trucks; Jobber wins on price and usability for small-to-mid trade contractors.
Kickserv wins on price and core work-order management; ServiceTitan wins on tech scorecards, CSR tracking, and large-team automation. Which fits your shop?
Service Fusion is the budget-conscious pick for small-to-mid contractors; ServiceTitan delivers enterprise-grade dispatch and reporting.
ServiceTitan wins on scheduling depth and CRM; FieldAware wins on reliability and simplicity. The unvarnished breakdown for trade contractors.
ServiceTitan dominates residential trades; FIELDBOSS targets commercial HVAC and elevator contractors needing compliance and ERP-grade financial depth.
ServiceTitan owns the residential trades; ServiceMax targets enterprise asset-heavy operations like medical and industrial equipment.
ServiceTitan is the high-end residential trade platform; Servman is a niche legacy ERP for HVAC and plumbing contractors.
ServiceTitan holds 6.62% market share vs Successware's 0.13%, yet Successware edges out on support scores. Which wins for HVAC and plumbing contractors?
WinTAC is a legacy on-premise pick for HVAC and plumbing shops; ServiceTitan is the modern cloud platform for high-volume residential trades.
A practical field service CRM guide: platform fit, live pricing context, evaluation criteria, and implementation examples for service teams.
Pricing and feature data current as of April 27, 2026. Verify with vendor.