Comparison

Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate vs ShiftFlow

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate

This comprehensive operating system is designed for contractors across various trades. It integrates CRM, AI-powered estimating, business phone services, payment processing, and project management tools to streamline operations and enhance client communication.

Highlights
  • AI-powered estimating with live pricing
  • Integrated business phone system
  • Payment processing with tap-to-pay
  • Dispatch, scheduling, and project management
  • Automated job costing
  • Branded client portal and free website
  • QuickBooks sync
Features
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Contractor+ isn't another generic estimate & invoice app. It's your CRM, dispatch system, AI estimator, eSign engine, business phone system, and payment processor — all in one. Meet the first and only Operating System purpose-built for contractors. HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, drywall, painting, flooring, concrete, fencing, pool, landscaping, remodeling, handyman — and 30+ trades. Contractor+ starts where general field service management software ends. —— CRM THAT THINKS LIKE A CONTRACTOR Call, text, email, and follow up from one timeline. Every touchpoint logged and tied to the job AND the property — not just a contact. A visual sales pipeline shows every opportunity's dollar value with one tap to convert to a job. —— ESTIMATIC AI Describe the job. Snap a photo. Upload measurements, an EagleView or Hover report, or a competitor's bid. Estimatic AI builds 99% of the quote using live pricing from Lowe's, ABC Supply, Menards, and QXO — plus real local labor rates. Good/Better/Best options, add-ons, upsells. Done in minutes, not hours. —— BUILT-IN BUSINESS PHONE A full business phone system inside your CRM. IVR menus, group numbers, advanced routing, personal lines, two-way SMS, voicemail, call recording, AI transcription, and AI sentiment analysis. —— CONTRACTOR+ PAY 2.7% credit cards. 1% ACH (capped at $10). Free Bluetooth tap-to-pay reader shipped to you. Same-day or next-day payouts. Pass card fees to clients. Plus integrated client financing up to $50K per project through Wisetack — built into every estimate and invoice. —— DISPATCH, SCHEDULING & PROJECT MANAGEMENT Drag-and-drop dispatch for every crew. Gantt charts, phases, tasks, and subtasks. Crew location visibility. Real-time two-way sync with Google, Outlook, and iCal. No Zapier needed. —— ESTIMATE-TO-CONTRACT FLOW Quotes convert to signed contracts automatically. Digital signing built in. No DocuSign. No third-party e-sign fees. —— LIVING INVOICES + CHANGE ORDERS Invoices update in real time as time, materials, and change orders post. One tap pulls in every uninvoiced billable. —— AUTOMATED JOB COSTING The second your team clocks in, logs miles, or adds materials, your job cost updates live — by category, against budget. No waiting on bookkeeping. —— BRANDED CLIENT PORTAL + FREE WEBSITE SEO-optimized contractor website hosted on YOUR domain. Branded client portal where customers view progress, pay, and chat. Passwordless login. You look like a Fortune 500 — for free. —— LOCAL SEO FOR CONTRACTORS We manage and rank your Google Business Profile and capture more reviews. Get more local leads from search for less than the cost of one bad lead. —— TIME, MILEAGE & PROPERTY PROFILES GPS-stamped clock-ins. Auto-logged mileage. Property profiles tie every job, message, invoice, and document to an address — not just a contact. —— REAL-TIME QUICKBOOKS SYNC From jobsite to ledger. Map your chart of accounts. Your bookkeeper actually likes you. —— EVERY INTEGRATION YOU NEED QuickBooks, CompanyCam, Hover, EagleView, Wisetack, Lowe's, Menards, ABC Supply, QXO, Angi, Thumbtack, Meta, Google, Zapier, developer API. 5,000+ Zapier connections. THE BIG FSM TOOLS HELP YOU KEEP UP. CONTRACTOR+ HELPS YOU SCALE UP. All the power of enterprise software. None of the pain. Half the cost of platforms that still can't connect jobs, crews, and customers in one flow. No forced upgrades. No clunky integrations. No per-seat tax. Whether you're a solopreneur or running 100 techs, your crew stays in motion and your jobs stay profitable. Trusted by 50,000+ construction and service contractors, with a 4.7-star average rating from thousands of reviews. Use Contractor+ free, forever. Get a 14 Day Pro Team trial, no CC required. Upgrade to the full Operating System when you're ready.

About

ShiftFlow

Streamline team time tracking and scheduling with a user-friendly system. Features include real-time clock-ins with GPS verification, smart shift planning, and easy timesheet exports. Simplify payroll and gain visibility into team hours.

Highlights
  • Real-time clock-ins with GPS verification
  • Smart shift scheduling and availability management
  • One-click timesheet exports (CSV/PDF)
  • Job code and earnings tracking
  • Time off management
  • Team chat and messaging
Features
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Your team deserves better than messy spreadsheets or clunky and complicated systems. ShiftFlow is a complete time and attendance solution built around how your team actually works. From real-time clock-ins and GPS verification to smart shift scheduling and one-click timesheet exports, we help you save time today — so you can build a stronger business tomorrow. Built for Real Teams, Real Workflows • Get up and running in seconds – No complex setup or onboarding required • Scheduling made simple – Plan shifts and manage availability in one place • Clock-in from anywhere – Use GPS verification, geofencing, and selfie check-ins • Track job codes, earnings, and expenses – Understand where time and money go • Manage time off easily – Approve, decline, or track leave with clarity • Export clean timesheets – Choose CSV or PDF format, filtered by team, job, or date range • Communicate instantly – Team chat, read receipts, and group messaging • Real-time visibility – See who's on the clock at a glance from your home screen What Teams Are Saying “It’s practical, functional, and easy to use.” – Bee. I. g “Good app. Easy to use and friendly. Less paperwork and real-time checking staff attendance.” – BreadNco “Doing payroll just got easy!” – Circle M Ranch “ShiftFlow has been a game-changer for managing our team hours.” – Gloria.WRH “I tried so many others and this one is definitely the best I’ve ever seen.” – J Garoppolo “This app will NOT disappoint. The customer service is amazing.” – Ern Saved by grace “Keeps my work shifts on track — love it!” – danii4358 “I recommend it to every small business owner with employees. It’s amazing!!!” – Deedee Mullen Ready to Simplify Time & Attendance? ShiftFlow is built for real teams who need a reliable, easy-to-use solution for time tracking, scheduling, and payroll. Whether you manage a small crew or a growing workforce, we’re here to help you save time, reduce errors, and focus on what matters most — growing your business. Got questions or ideas? We’d love to hear from you. Contact us at team@shiftflow.app. Terms & Conditions: https://www.shiftflow.app/terms-conditions

Screenshots

Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate4 screens
ShiftFlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate at free against ShiftFlow's free with in-app purchases. Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#188 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and ShiftFlow sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate against 4.8 for ShiftFlow. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.9K and 2.4K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 89% and 89% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate ships an update weekly, ShiftFlow every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate versus ShiftFlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterContractor+ Invoice & EstimateShiftFlow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.9K ratings) — better4.8 (2.4K ratings)
Positive reviews89.2% of reviews — better88.5% of reviews
Number of ratings1.9K2.4K — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#188 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size329 MB186 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperContractor Plus, Inc.Pixnbit Inc.

Customer experience

Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate

All ratings1,870 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.0%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews305 reviews
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.0%
Negative8.9%

ShiftFlow

All ratings2,322 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral1.6%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews192 reviews
Positive88.5%
Neutral2.6%
Negative8.9%

User reviews

Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate

From 1.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Streamlined team communication
  • 👍 Clean and easy-to-use design
  • 👍 Helpful reminders and accountability
  • 👍 Professional-looking estimates and invoices
  • 👍 Convenient live map and route planning

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional app crashes or freezes
  • 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security
  • 💡 Desire for more customization options
  • 💡 Need for improved mobile device compatibility

ShiftFlow

From 2.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Efficient time tracking
  • 🔒 Secure with GPS and selfie check-in
  • 💰 Helpful for payroll and invoicing
  • 🤝 Enhances team collaboration and accountability

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Paywall after trial period
  • 🐛 Occasional login and account issues
  • 🔍 Lacking some advanced features (e.g. scheduling)

Bugs and requests

Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Permission denied error when scheduling
  • Estimate total not updating after edits

Requested features

5 requests
  • Deposit payment options
  • Expanded material pricing database
  • Integrated project scheduling calendar
  • Enhanced team collaboration features
  • Improved contract and proposal templates

ShiftFlow

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login issues after extended use
  • Discrepancies in estimated pay calculations

Requested features

3 requests
  • Calendar feature for scheduling shifts
  • Mileage tracking functionality
  • Improved group management and sharing

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate

Subscriptions10
  • Professional (Monthly)$14.991 Month
  • Professional Monthly (1 User)$23.991 Month
  • Professional Monthly (1 User)$29.991 Month
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  • Corporate (Monthly)$49.991 Month
  • Ultimate Monthly (1 User)$49.991 Month
  • PRO Monthly (1 User)$49.991 Month
  • Professional Monthly (2 Users)$59.991 Month
  • PRO Team Monthly (2 Users)$99.991 Month
  • Professional Yearly (1 User)$169.991 Year
  • Ultimate Yearly (1 User)$349.991 Year
10 purchases

ShiftFlow

Subscriptions10
  • Personal Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Personal Single User Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Team Monthly$19.991 Month
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  • Team Monthly Welcome Offer1 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Up to 5 Users Monthly$24.991 Month
  • Up to 10 Users Monthly$49.991 Month
  • Personal Yearly3 Days trial$50.001 Year
  • Personal Single User Yearly$50.001 Year
  • Up to 25 Users Monthly$124.991 Month
  • Team Annual$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate free?
Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShiftFlow free?
ShiftFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate or ShiftFlow?
Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate is rated higher. Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while ShiftFlow averages 4.8 from 2.4K ratings.
Do Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate or ShiftFlow have ads?
Neither Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate nor ShiftFlow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate or ShiftFlow?
Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate ships an update weekly, and ShiftFlow every 3 weeks. Most recently, Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate was updated on November 3, 2026 and ShiftFlow on November 3, 2026.

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