Comparison

HomeFixr vs ChatDIY

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

Head to head
About

HomeFixr

Features
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Find trusted home service professionals in your area for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, general contracting, and more. Get the job done right with verified, insured providers near you. What you can do with HomeFixr: * Browse and connect with local service providers instantly * Request quotes and book services directly from your phone * Track your booking status in real time with SMS updates * Message providers directly through the app * Pay securely with a card - deposits and final payments handled in-app * Leave reviews to help your community find great service For service professionals: * Set your availability and service radius * Accept or decline job requests on your schedule * Manage earnings and request instant payouts * Build your r eputation with verified customer reviews Terms of use: https://homefixr.org/terms

About

ChatDIY

Transform your DIY ideas into actionable plans with AI. Get step-by-step instructions, material lists, and cost estimates tailored to your specific home improvement projects. Stop guessing and start building with confidence.

Highlights
  • AI-generated project plans
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Material and tool lists
  • Time and cost estimates
  • Visual planning tools
  • Smart calculators
Features
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DIY shouldn’t feel like guessing. ChatDIY turns your idea into a complete, step-by-step plan so you can actually finish projects without second-guessing every move. No more piecing together advice from videos, forums, and blogs. Just one clear path from start to finish. How It Works Tell ChatDIY what you’re working on — or show it. In seconds, you get: • A full project plan • Step-by-step instructions • Material and tool lists • Time and cost estimates Built around your exact project, not generic advice. What You Can Do Plan Any DIY Project From accent walls to deck repairs, get a structured plan you can follow with confidence. Get Accurate Estimates Know how long it’ll take and what it’ll cost before you start. Follow Step-by-Step Instructions Clear, practical steps designed for real people — not professionals. Materials and Tools, Dialed In Get exactly what you need, with quantities and purchase options. Visualize Before You Build Use built-in planners to preview layouts, spacing, and design decisions in real time. Smart Calculators Paint coverage, board spacing, material quantities — no guesswork. Why ChatDIY Most DIY projects fail before they start — not because they’re hard, but because they’re unclear. ChatDIY removes that uncertainty. So you can stop researching and start building. Perfect For • Homeowners tackling projects themselves • First-time DIYers who want guidance • Experienced DIYers who want to move faster • Anyone tired of guessing their way through a project

Screenshots

HomeFixr3 screens
ChatDIY4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: HomeFixr at 13.0 against ChatDIY's 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
HomeFixr versus ChatDIY: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomeFixrChatDIY
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB42 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperJuan CruzChatDIY Inc.

In-app purchases

None

HomeFixr

No in-app purchases

None

ChatDIY

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HomeFixr free?
HomeFixr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ChatDIY free?
ChatDIY is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HomeFixr or ChatDIY have ads?
Neither HomeFixr nor ChatDIY shows ads.

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