Comparison
A Tradify alternative that also answers your phone
Tradify is well-liked job-management software for UK tradespeople, with quoting, scheduling, invoicing and timesheets. TradeAssist covers the job-management side too, then adds something Tradify does not: an AI receptionist that answers every call, WhatsApp and SMS, 24/7, and books the work straight onto your board.
Why trades switch
Keep the job software, add the phone
Tradify handles jobs well, but missed calls are missed work. TradeAssist answers the phone for you and books the job, so you get the office side without hiring a receptionist.
One tool instead of two
Run your job board, track profit and sync to Xero in the same place that answers your calls and messages. No bolt-on answering service to manage separately.
No per-call fees
The receptionist is AI, so it answers 24/7 at a flat monthly price. Pricing runs from £69 to £129 a month with a 14-day trial and no card required.
Frequently asked questions
Is TradeAssist a direct Tradify replacement?
TradeAssist covers the core job-management work that Tradify does, with a Kanban board, quoting, invoicing and Xero sync. The main difference is the AI receptionist, which answers your calls and messages. If your priority is never missing an enquiry, TradeAssist is the stronger fit.
Does Tradify answer my phone?
No. Tradify is job-management software, so it organises quotes, schedules and invoices, but it does not answer incoming calls. TradeAssist adds an AI receptionist on a dedicated business number for that.
Can TradeAssist sync to Xero like Tradify?
Yes. TradeAssist syncs your invoices to Xero, so the accounting side stays tidy.
What does TradeAssist cost?
Plans run from £69 to £129 a month. There is a 14-day free trial and you do not need a card to start.
How does the AI receptionist book jobs?
When a call, WhatsApp or SMS comes in, the AI answers, captures the details, gives a ballpark quote from your rate card where it can, flags emergencies and books the job onto your board.