ServiceTitan vs WorkWave
A head-to-head comparison for 2026 — plus the free alternative both platforms fail to match.
The Short Answer
Two enterprise plays in adjacent markets. ServiceTitan owns HVAC/plumbing; WorkWave owns pest/lawn route operators. Both require annual contracts and heavy setup. Kaldr Tech is the free alternative for contractors who do not want to pay thousands before getting started.
ServiceTitan
$398+/mo
Enterprise HVAC and plumbing.
WorkWave
Custom (enterprise)
Enterprise pest control and multi-route.
Kaldr Tech
$0/month
Every feature free. Unlimited users. 3.5% + 30¢ per transaction, no contracts.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | ServiceTitan | WorkWave | Kaldr Tech |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $398+/month | Custom enterprise | $0/month |
| Per-user pricing | Yes | Yes | No — unlimited users |
| Annual contract | Annual | Annual | No — month to month |
| Setup fee | $2,500+ | Setup fee | $0 |
| Scheduling & dispatch | Included | Included | Free, included |
| Invoicing & payments | Integration | Integration | Free. 3.5% + 30¢ per transaction |
| Virtual receptionist (24/7) | Not included | Not included | Free, included |
| Customer financing | Add-on | Add-on | Free, built-in |
| Fleet/GPS tracking | Add-on | Included | Free, included |
| Website builder | Add-on | Not included | Free, included |
| Reporting & analytics | Included | Included | Free, included |
| Mobile app | iOS/Android | iOS/Android | Free on iOS, Android, web |
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ServiceTitan
Pros
- +Deep HVAC and plumbing workflows
- +Strongest reporting in category
- +Enterprise account management
Cons
- −Enterprise price point
- −$2,500+ setup and annual lock-in
- −Complex onboarding
WorkWave
Pros
- +Multi-route optimization at scale
- +Strong pest control workflows
- +PestPac and Route Manager stack
Cons
- −Enterprise pricing only
- −Complex multi-product stack
- −Annual contract typical
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for HVAC enterprise, ServiceTitan or WorkWave?
ServiceTitan is purpose-built for HVAC enterprise. WorkWave is stronger for pest and lawn care. Kaldr Tech covers all trade verticals free.
Are both annual contract?
Typically yes. Kaldr Tech has no contracts.
Setup fees?
Yes on both. Kaldr Tech has no setup fee.
Virtual receptionist included?
No. Kaldr Tech includes one free on every account.
What about multi-location?
Both support multi-location at enterprise tier. Kaldr Tech supports multi-location free.
Skip the paid-vs-paid debate. Go free.
Kaldr Tech gives you everything ServiceTitan and WorkWave charge for — dispatch, invoicing, payments, fleet, virtual receptionist — at $0/month. 3.5% + 30¢ per transaction, no contracts, unlimited users.