An honest, feature-by-feature comparison to help you choose the right business management software for your service business.
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Bottom line: Thryv is Established local service businesses with marketing budget that want heavy online presence management — Google, social, and review management all in one. Ops-Deck is the better fit if you want scheduling, CRM, invoicing, and marketing automation in one platform — founding members get 6 months free, then $49/month locked forever. No per-user fees, no hidden add-ons, no onboarding costs.
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Pricing varies by location and contract length. Significant onboarding fees often apply.
| Feature | Ops-Deck | Thryv |
|---|---|---|
| Job Scheduling & DispatchDrag-and-drop job board, tech assignment, route optimization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Customer CRM & PipelineLead stages, follow-up automation, customer history | ✓ | ✓ |
| Estimates & QuotingOn-site estimates, digital approval via SMS | ✓ | ✓ |
| Invoicing & PaymentsOn-site card payments, pay links by SMS, auto-reminders | ✓ | ✓ |
| Online Booking WebsiteEmbeddable booking widget + hosted booking page | ✓ | ✓ |
| Marketing AutomationAutomated follow-ups, seasonal campaigns, re-engagement | ✓ | ✓ |
| Review Request AutomationAuto-sends review requests after job completion | ✓ | ✓ |
| Team GPS TrackingReal-time tech location on dispatch map | ✓ | ✕ |
| Business Analytics DashboardRevenue, jobs completed, conversion rates, team performance | ✓ | ~ |
| Flat Monthly PricingNo per-user fees, no SMS charges, no hidden add-ons | ✓ | ✕ |
Established local service businesses with marketing budget that want heavy online presence management — Google, social, and review management all in one.
Local service businesses (HVAC, plumbing, cleaning, landscaping, auto repair, and more) with 1–20 employees who want a single unified platform for scheduling, CRM, invoicing, and customer marketing — without paying for 5 separate tools.
Significantly. Ops-Deck founding members pay $49/month flat (with 6 months free upfront). Thryv starts at $228/month and most businesses pay $383+/month — that's a $4,000–$5,500/year difference. Both include CRM, scheduling, and marketing, but Ops-Deck doesn't require a sales call.
Thryv is feature-rich but expensive and complex for small teams. It's best suited for established businesses with dedicated staff to manage it. Ops-Deck is designed for 1–15 person service businesses that want power without the complexity or cost.
Ops-Deck includes automated follow-ups, email campaigns, review requests, and social posting. Thryv adds deeper Google/social ad management. If you don't need paid ad management, Ops-Deck covers the marketing use case at a fraction of the price.
Thryv requires a sales call to get a quote. Published pricing starts at $228/month but most businesses pay $383–$473/month or more. There are often setup fees too. Ops-Deck is $99/month, no setup fee, no sales call required.
Yes. Export your contacts and job history from Thryv and we'll help you migrate. Most businesses are live on Ops-Deck within 3–5 business days. Many save over $3,000/year by switching.
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