Comparison

Joist vs Invoice Maker

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

Head to head
About

Joist

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
Currently charting
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Win more jobs and get paid faster with Joist — the ultimate estimate, invoice & job management tool for contractors. Manage your business entirely from your iPhone or iPad. Create professional quotes in seconds, schedule work, accept secure payments, and stay ahead of the competition with the industry's most trusted tool for builders. Whether you are estimating on-site, scheduling upcoming work, or sending professional bills from the office, Joist saves time, keeps you organized, and helps you stay on top of your workday. Note: Payments functionality is currently available in the US & Canada. ——— WHY CONTRACTORS LOVE JOIST • SAVES TIME – Complete administrative work at the jobsite or on-the-go. Stop spending evenings catching up on paperwork, paper notes & digital receipts. • STAY ORGANIZED – Keep every job organized in one place. Connect customer details, estimates, invoices, notes, and schedules so you always know where work stands without digging through texts or spreadsheets. • PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE – See upcoming work in a simple calendar view, avoid scheduling conflicts, and always know what’s coming next. • WIN MORE JOBS – Send your client an estimate before you leave. Be the first to create an estimate & give them the opportunity to say YES on the spot. • SPEED UP ESTIMATING & INVOICING – Build estimates & invoices quicker by selecting from your list of commonly used materials + labor rates. • ACCEPT PAYMENTS – Accept Credit Card & PayPal payments directly through Joist. No more driving around to pick up checks. • EASILY MANAGE CLIENTS – Create, organize & store valuable info to access your clients' data anytime, on the go. • LOOK PROFESSIONAL – Show clients you are the contractor they should trust with customized estimates & invoices. ——— KEY FEATURES • Create & organize jobs, keeping notes, photos, estimates & invoices connected • Schedule visits for every job & track workload in a simple calendar view • Customize estimates & invoices with company info & logo • Attach a client contract & collect a signature on the spot • Accept Credit Card & PayPal payments directly through the app • Build a list of commonly used items, services & materials • Attach photos to your estimates & invoices • Preview, print, or email estimates & invoices on the spot • Create personal messages & digital receipts for your clients • Convert estimates into invoices ASAP • Keep track of customer payments & bills • Export data into your accounting program to reduce costs • Access all your info from any device or the web — Joist is cloud-based. ——— USE CASES & VERSATILITY • On-Site Estimates: Walk through a job & create a quote before leaving the property. • Smart Scheduling: Plan your workday, set up job site visits, and stay on top of active work. • Job Organization: Keep estimates, invoices, client notes & photos grouped neatly under each job. • Instant Invoicing: Convert approved quotes into professional bills & send instantly. • Mobile Payments: Accept payments immediately upon job completion. • Project Tracking: Use the estimator for accurate material & labor margins. ——— WHO USES JOIST General contractors, handymen, electricians, plumbers, builders, landscapers, roofers, painters, HVAC, flooring, remodeling, construction & more! ——— WHAT OTHER CONTRACTORS ARE SAYING "Now I can do quotes on the fly! I don't have to walk through the job & write everything down; it's all programmed into my iPad right from material cost to cost per square foot! This app is so awesome." ——— JOIST SUBSCRIPTIONS You can subscribe to Joist Pro or Joist Elite (Monthly/Annual). Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off 24 hrs prior to the end of the current period. Manage settings in App Store or iTunes. ——— Joist is FREE to Download & FREE to try! Available on iPhone, iPad & desktop. Get support FAST: hello@joist.com | www.joist.com | In-app live chat Terms: https://www.joist.com/terms/ Privacy: https://www.joist.com/privacy-policy/

About

Invoice Maker

Streamline your business finances by easily creating professional invoices, estimates, and receipts. Organize bills, track payments, and secure your financial data with this intuitive application. Focus on growth with efficient financial management.

Highlights
  • Simple invoicing
  • Estimate creation
  • Receipt generation
  • Bill organization
  • Data security
  • Convert estimates to invoices
Features
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Invoice Generator is a comprehensive application designed to streamline the process of creating invoices, estimates, and receipts. The intuitive interface makes creating invoices, estimates and receipts quick and easy. With a user-friendly interface and robust features, Invoice Generator simplifies the invoicing process, saving you time and ensuring accuracy in your financial transactions. KEY FEATURES: — Simple invoicing: Create invoices effortlessly by entering basic details such as client information, itemized services, quantities, rates, and taxes. The app automates calculations, ensuring accurate totals every time. — Estimate creation: Provide clients with accurate estimates for your services before committing to a project. Easily convert estimates into invoices once they're approved, eliminating the need for redundant data entry. — Receipt generation: Generate professional-looking receipts for completed transactions instantly. Include detailed information such as payment method, date, and description for transparent record-keeping. — Bill organization: Keep track of outstanding payments and overdue invoices with the built-in bill organizer. — Data security: Rest assured knowing your financial data is protected with advanced encryption and secure cloud storage. Safeguard sensitive information and maintain confidentiality throughout the invoicing process. Invoice Generator simplifies invoicing and financial management, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional services and growing your business. From creating professional invoices and estimates to generating receipts and managing client relationships, this app empowers users to stay organized, save time, and focus on growing their business. Say goodbye to manual invoicing and embrace the efficiency and convenience of Invoice Generator today. Upgrade to a premium account and unlock all premium features. You can get unlimited access to all the advanced features (like unlimited invoices, iCloud storage) by signing up for a weekly, monthly, or yearly plan in the app. There is also a free 3-day trial to see what Invoice has to offer. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the time of purchase confirmation. Subscriptions are automatically renewed unless canceled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for the renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings in the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/prodex.net.ua/invoice/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/prodex.net.ua/invoice/terms-of-use Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Joist4 screens
Invoice Maker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Joist at 14K against Invoice Maker's 27. Joist also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Joist sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Invoice Maker sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Joist holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Joist has 14K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Joist's written reviews are positive against 50% of Invoice Maker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Joist ships an update every 2 weeks, Invoice Maker monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Joist versus Invoice Maker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJoistInvoice Maker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (14K ratings) — better4.5 (27 ratings)
Positive reviews62.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14K — better27
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#15 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size191 MB54 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperJoist Software Inc.PRODEKS

Customer experience

Joist

All ratings14,117 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews455 reviews
Positive62.0%
Neutral7.3%
Negative30.8%

Invoice Maker

All ratings27 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral3.7%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Joist

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Invoice Maker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Joist

Subscriptions10
  • Quickbooks Sync Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Joist Basics Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Joist Pro Monthly$16.991 Month
Show 7 more
  • Joist Elite Monthly$31.991 Month
  • Quickbooks Sync Annual$90.991 Year
  • Joist Run Monthly$99.991 Month
  • Joist Basics Annual$99.991 Year
  • Joist Pro Annual$169.991 Year
  • Joist Elite Annual$319.991 Year
  • Joist Run Annual$999.991 Year
8 purchases

Invoice Maker

Subscriptions7
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Invoice Generator Monthly Pack$9.991 Month
  • Invoice Generator Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Premium Year Access3 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Premium Year Access$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$119.99

Questions

Is Joist free?
Joist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Invoice Maker free?
Invoice Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Joist or Invoice Maker?
Joist is rated higher. Joist averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Invoice Maker averages 4.5 from 27 ratings.
Do Joist or Invoice Maker have ads?
Neither Joist nor Invoice Maker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Joist or Invoice Maker?
Joist ships an update every 2 weeks, and Invoice Maker monthly. Most recently, Joist was updated on September 26, 2026 and Invoice Maker on August 24, 2026.

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