Tradify vs iTrade
Two popular job-management apps for NZ and Australian tradies. Here's how they stack up on price and pricing model — and where a flat-price option fits if you're just starting out.
Both Tradify and iTrade do the core job well — quoting, scheduling, job tracking and invoicing from your phone. The real difference for a small or growing trade business is how they charge, because that's what decides your monthly bill as you add staff.
| Tradify | iTrade | TradeStart Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | from ~$48 / user / mo (ex GST) | from ~$29 / mo (+ GST) | $17.99 / mo flat (incl GST) |
| Pricing model | Per user — every seat | Per field worker | Flat — up to 4 logins |
| Office / admin staff | Charged as users | Free | Included in the 4 logins |
| Cost as team grows | Rises per seat | Rises per field worker | Stays flat (to 4) |
| Free trial | 14 days | 30 days | 14 days |
| Best suited to | Established, growing teams | Small–mid teams, lots of office staff | Just gone solo / small & price-sensitive |
Pricing current as of July 2026 and shown as each provider lists it (note the differing GST basis). Always check the providers' own pricing pages for the latest, and for your region and currency.
Tradify
Tradify is the established name, especially in New Zealand, and it's feature-rich and polished. The catch is the model: it charges a full per-user rate for every person — office staff included — so a two- or three-person operation adds up quickly. If you want depth and you're already a growing team, it's a strong (if pricier) choice.
iTrade
iTrade undercuts Tradify on entry price and does something smart: office and admin staff are free, and you only pay per field worker (with discounts once you're past a handful). If most of your headcount is in the office and a few are on the tools, iTrade's model can work out well.
Where TradeStart fits
Both of the above are built for teams that are already up and running. TradeStart is built for the other end — the sparky, chippy or plumber who's just gone out on their own and wants to look professional and get paid, without a per-seat bill that climbs every time they put someone on.
- One flat price — NZ$17.99/month including GST, up to 4 logins. No per-user maths.
- The essentials, done right — quotes, jobs and invoices, GST (15% NZ / 10% AU), NZBN or ABN on your invoices, and one-click Xero sync.
- Free to try — 14-day trial, no card, and a live demo you can poke around with no signup.
You won't get every advanced feature the bigger platforms pack in — but if you're starting out, that's exactly the point: the essentials at a fraction of the price.
Frequently asked
Which is cheaper, Tradify or iTrade?
iTrade's entry plan (from ~$29 + GST/mo, office staff free) starts lower than Tradify (from ~$48/user/mo ex GST). Both bill per user for field staff, so cost grows with your team.
Do they charge per user?
Yes — Tradify for every seat, iTrade per field worker (office staff free). TradeStart is a flat price for up to 4 logins instead.
Is there a cheaper alternative?
TradeStart is NZ$17.99/month flat (incl GST) for up to 4 logins, aimed at tradies just starting out. Start free for 14 days.
One flat price. No per-seat surprises.
Quotes, jobs and invoices built for tradies just starting out — a fraction of the cost of the big platforms.
Start your free trial See our pricingTradify and iTrade are trademarks of their respective owners and are not affiliated with TradeStart. Comparison is based on publicly listed information current as of July 2026 and may change — check each provider for the latest pricing and features.