mHelpDesk vs ServiceM8

Side-by-side comparison of mHelpDesk and ServiceM8. See how they stack up on pricing, features, and more to find the best fit for your business.

FeaturemHelpDeskServiceM8
Pricing ModelSubscriptionSubscription
Starting Price$169/mo$29/mo
Free Trial
Free Plan
Best ForMid-Size (11-50)Solo / 1 Person
WebsiteVisitVisit
Automated Reminders
Custom Reports
Customer Database
Digital Invoicing
Dispatching
Drag-and-Drop Calendar
Estimates
GPS Tracking
Job Scheduling
Lead Management
Mobile App
Online Payments
Payment Processing
Photo/Video Capture
QuickBooks Integration
Time Tracking
Two-Way SMS
Xero Integration

mHelpDesk Pros & Cons

Pros

  • + Comprehensive all-in-one solution covering the full job lifecycle
  • + Easy setup and onboarding process
  • + Good lead management and customer tracking features
  • + Solid mobile app for field technicians

Cons

  • - Interface design is somewhat dated
  • - Higher starting price than some competitors
  • - Limited customization for workflows

ServiceM8 Pros & Cons

Pros

  • + Very clean and simple user interface
  • + Affordable pricing suitable for solo operators
  • + Good mobile-first experience on iOS
  • + Built-in communication logging and job diary

Cons

  • - Limited features compared to larger FSM platforms
  • - Better suited for iOS users than Android
  • - Fewer integrations with North American accounting tools