TradeSmart Group vs InstallerSHOW
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TradeSmart Group
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TradeSmart is the all-in-one business app built for tradespeople. Whether you're a bricklayer, plasterer, roofer, electrician, plumber or any other trade — create professional quotes, convert them to invoices, manage clients, and run your business from your pocket. QUOTES & INVOICES - Build detailed quotes with labour, materials, and markup - Add materials from supplier price lists with multi-select - Convert accepted quotes to invoices in one tap - Send via email or WhatsApp instantly - Professional PDF documents with your logo and branding AI-POWERED TOOLS - AI Drawing Reader: photograph any blueprint or construction drawing and extract measurements automatically - AI Quote Copilot: generate a professional scope of work and terms from your project details - Brick & tile calculator with wastage and markup built in CLIENT & JOB MANAGEMENT - Store client details and full job history - Schedule jobs and track progress - Record expenses against each job - Voice notes for quick on-site reminders BUSINESS TOOLS - Supplier management with price list uploads - Cash flow forecasting with 90-day projections - Compliance tracker for certifications (Gas Safe, CSCS, etc.) - Monthly revenue, profit, and expense reports - Follow-up reminders for unanswered quotes - Chase customers via WhatsApp with one tap FREE TO START Get started with 3 free quotes and invoices per month. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited access to every feature, including AI tools, with a 7-day free trial. Your data stays on your device. No account required. No tracking. Just a tool that helps you quote faster and get paid sooner. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
InstallerSHOW
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The Must-Attend Event for Every Installer and Specifier InstallerSHOW brings the entire installation community together for three days of hands-on discovery, learning, and connection. See the latest products in action, hear from the experts shaping the industry, and meet thousands of professionals who share your drive to innovate and grow. Co-located with the Painting & Decorating Show and Professional Woodworking Expo.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: InstallerSHOW at none against TradeSmart Group's 2. TradeSmart Group's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 10 days) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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
Both are free to download. TradeSmart Group sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. InstallerSHOW asks for nothing beyond the download.
TradeSmart Group ships an update daily, InstallerSHOW every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.
| Parameter | TradeSmart Group | InstallerSHOW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily — better | Every 10 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | KIERAN IAN WILLIAM KEANEY | NINETEEN GROUP LIMITED |
In-app purchases
TradeSmart Group
- Tradesmart Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Tradesmart Pro7 Days trial$199.991 Year
InstallerSHOW
No in-app purchases
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