# Joist vs Invoice Maker & Estimate App

The clearest difference is chart position: Joist at #15 against Invoice Maker & Estimate App's #122. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Joist sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Invoice Maker & Estimate App sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $7.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Joist against 4.9 for Invoice Maker & Estimate App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14K and 16K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 61% and 62% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Joist | Invoice Maker & Estimate App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joist-estimate-invoice-maker/id592163563/reviews) | **[4.9 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/invoice-maker-and-estimate-app/id1419627421/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14K | **16K** |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | **61.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#15** | #122 |
| Size | 193 MB | 116 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joist Software Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/512868153) | [Bookipi Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1132093613) |

## What reviewers say

### Joist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joist-estimate-invoice-maker/id592163563)

**Currently charting:** #15 Top Grossing · Business (US App Store)

Streamline your contracting business with this app. Create professional estimates and invoices quickly, accept payments, and manage client information all from your mobile device. Save time and win more jobs with organized project management.

**Highlights:** Create professional estimates and invoices, Accept credit card and PayPal payments, Manage client information, Convert estimates to invoices, Attach photos and contracts, Export to accounting software

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quickbooks Sync Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Joist Basics Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Joist Pro Monthly | $16.99 | per month |
| Joist Elite Monthly | $31.99 | per month |
| Quickbooks Sync Annual | $90.99 | per year |
| Joist Run Monthly | $99.99 | per month |
| Joist Basics Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Joist Pro Annual | $169.99 | per year |
| Joist Elite Annual | $319.99 | per year |
| Joist Run Annual | $999.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Professional-looking invoices
- 🚀 Convenient for small businesses
- 🚀 Helpful for organizing estimates and invoices
- 🚀 Great customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Security and payment processing issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔒 Locking users out of their data
- 🤯 Removing previously free features

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing when removing photos
- Estimates and invoices not being delivered
- Inconsistent behavior across devices
- Issues with payment processing and funds being held

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- Ability to customize invoices and estimates
- More payment options
- Integration with accounting software
- Better organization and search for past invoices


### Invoice Maker & Estimate App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/invoice-maker-and-estimate-app/id1419627421)

**Currently charting:** #122 Top Grossing · Business (US App Store)

Create professional invoices, estimates, and receipts quickly. Automate payment tracking, send smart reminders, and accept various payment methods. Streamline your business accounting and reporting with secure cloud sync.

**Highlights:** Professional invoice creation, Automated payment tracking, Smart payment reminders, Accept various payment methods, Generate PDF reports, Secure cloud sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Documents | $7.49 | per month |
| Unlimited Documents | $9.99 | per month |
| Remove Bookipi Branding | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Customers | $9.99 | per month |
| Full History Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Documents | $12.49 | per month |
| Unlimited Documents Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Documents Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Documents | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Documents | $17.49 | per month |
| Unlimited Documents | $74.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Documents | $99.90 | per year |
| Unlimited Customers | $99.90 | per year |
| Remove Bookipi Branding | $99.90 | per year |
| Full History Access | $99.90 | per year |
| Unlimited Documents | $99.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Documents | $124.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Documents Yearly | $129.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Documents Yearly | $129.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Documents | $149.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Documents | $174.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Professional-looking invoices
- 💡 Customizable options
- 🚀 Convenient for small businesses
- 🚀 Saves time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 Inability to search invoices
- 🐛 Payment processing issues
- 🐛 Unreliable app stability

**Reported bugs**

- Invoices disappearing after editing
- Inability to change bank details
- Crashes when adding items to invoices
- Incorrect invoice numbering
- Compatibility issues with iOS 15

**Requested features**

- Inventory management feature
- Searchable job or PO field
- Ability to see overdue invoices easily
- Option to turn quotes into invoices
- Customizable logo and branding


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Joist free?

Joist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Invoice Maker & Estimate App free?

Invoice Maker & Estimate App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Joist or Invoice Maker & Estimate App?

Invoice Maker & Estimate App is rated higher. Joist averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Invoice Maker & Estimate App averages 4.9 from 16K ratings.

### Do Joist or Invoice Maker & Estimate App have ads?

Neither Joist nor Invoice Maker & Estimate App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Joist or Invoice Maker & Estimate App?

Joist ships an update every 2 weeks, and Invoice Maker & Estimate App every 2 weeks. Most recently, Joist was updated on October 24, 2026 and Invoice Maker & Estimate App on October 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Joist or Invoice Maker & Estimate App?

Joist currently peaks at #15 in the App Store charts, and Invoice Maker & Estimate App at #122. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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