TLDR
Per-user pricing is the hidden cost multiplier in cleaning software. A 15-person crew on Jobber runs ~$494/month. The same team on Housecall Pro runs ~$504/month. These platforms charge flat-rate instead — per location, per tier, or free up to a threshold.
| Tool | Pricing Model | 10-User Cost | 30-User Cost | Bidding Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SweepOps | Per client site | $99-$149/mo (site-based) | $99-$249/mo (site-based) | Yes — ISSA-based |
| Swept | Per location | $30-$65/mo | $65-$247/mo | No |
| Connecteam | Flat-rate tiers | Free | $29/mo | No |
| Aspire | Enterprise flat | Custom | Custom | Yes — estimating |
| MaidCentral | Flat-rate tiers | $29+/mo | $29+/mo | No |
SweepOps
Commercial cleaning platform priced per client site, not per user. Add cleaners to any existing account without changing your monthly bill.
Pros
- ✓ Per-site pricing — unlimited users at every plan level
- ✓ ISSA bidding + GPS + inspections included
- ✓ Predictable costs as crew grows
- ✓ Month-to-month, no annual lock-in
Cons
- × Recently launched
- × Limited third-party integrations
- × No built-in payroll
Pricing: $99-$249/month by number of client sites
Verdict: Best for operators whose cleaner count grows faster than their client count. Costs don't rise when you hire.
Swept
Workforce management platform for commercial cleaning companies, priced by number of locations rather than users.
Pros
- ✓ Location-based pricing, not per user
- ✓ Purpose-built for cleaning companies
- ✓ Staff scheduling, messaging, and task management
Cons
- × No bidding engine
- × No GPS crew tracking
- × Focused on workforce, not full operations
Pricing: $30-$247/month by number of locations
Verdict: Solid for crew management without paying per head. Requires a separate tool if you need bidding or GPS.
Connecteam
Workforce management app covering scheduling, time tracking, and team communication. Free for teams of 10 or fewer; flat pricing above that.
Pros
- ✓ Free for up to 10 users — no time limit
- ✓ Flat $29/month for up to 30 users
- ✓ $49/month for unlimited users
- ✓ Rated #1 on G2 for Cleaning Services
Cons
- × No bidding or invoicing
- × No cleaning-specific workflows
- × Not built for commercial janitorial operations
Pricing: Free ≤10 users; $29/mo for ≤30 users; $49/mo unlimited
Verdict: Lowest cost option for pure crew management at scale. Covers scheduling and time tracking but has no bidding, invoicing, or commercial cleaning features.
Aspire
Enterprise commercial cleaning and landscaping platform. Flat monthly pricing at scale — no per-user fees once you're on an enterprise plan.
Pros
- ✓ No per-user fees at enterprise scale
- ✓ Deep estimating and CRM
- ✓ Full operations for large multi-site companies
Cons
- × Enterprise pricing ($500-$1,500+/mo)
- × 6-12 month implementation
- × Built for $1M+ revenue operations
Pricing: Custom enterprise pricing (flat, not per user)
Verdict: Per-user cost is not a concern at enterprise scale. The barrier is the upfront investment and implementation timeline.
MaidCentral
Flat-rate SaaS for residential and commercial cleaning companies. Tiered by company size, not by user count.
Pros
- ✓ Flat-rate tiers, not per user
- ✓ Covers both residential and commercial
- ✓ Scheduling, CRM, and invoicing included
Cons
- × Stronger residential focus than commercial
- × No ISSA bidding engine
- × Less mature than established commercial tools
Pricing: $29+/month (flat-rate tiers)
Verdict: Reasonable for mixed residential/commercial operations where per-user pricing has become a friction point.
Q&A
Which cleaning software doesn't charge per user?
SweepOps (per-site), Swept (per-location), Connecteam (flat-rate tiers), and Aspire (enterprise flat) all avoid per-user pricing. Connecteam is free for ≤10 users and $49/month unlimited. SweepOps starts at $99/month with unlimited users at every plan level.
Q&A
How much does per-user pricing actually cost for a 15-person cleaning crew?
On Jobber's higher tiers, a 15-person team runs approximately $494/month. On Housecall Pro, a similar team runs approximately $504/month. On SweepOps (10 sites), the same company pays $20/month — crew size has no impact on the bill.
Why Per-User Pricing Hurts Cleaning Companies More Than Other Trades
Cleaning companies have an unusual staffing structure: high crew counts relative to revenue, because the work is labor-intensive and accounts are served by multiple cleaners. A company doing $600K/year might have 15-20 cleaners — a headcount that would be unusual for a plumbing or HVAC company at the same revenue level.
That makes per-user pricing especially punishing. Software built for a 5-person HVAC team costs a fraction of what the same tool costs for a 20-person cleaning crew on the same plan.
The Cost Difference in Practice
Jobber is the go-to comparison because the pricing is public. Their Connect plan runs around $29/month for the base features. Add GPS tracking and you’re looking at higher tiers. For a 15-person crew with full access, expect $350-$494/month depending on features enabled.
Connecteam at $29/month (up to 30 users) or $49/month (unlimited) is the starkest contrast — though it only covers workforce management, not bidding or cleaning-specific operations.
SweepOps prices by client sites. A 15-site operation pays $149/month whether you have 8 cleaners or 25.
Platform Breakdown
SweepOps
Per-site pricing with unlimited users at every plan level. The bid engine, GPS, and scheduling features are included — crew size has no impact on monthly cost.
Swept
Location-based pricing that stays predictable as you hire. Strong cleaning-specific workforce tools: scheduling, messaging, task assignments. No bidding engine, which means you’ll need a separate proposal tool if you’re quoting commercial contracts frequently.
Connecteam
The most aggressive flat-rate pricing on the market — free for small teams, $29-$49/month for unlimited. The G2 ranking for Cleaning Services reflects that crew management is handled well. The gap is everything else: no ISSA bidding, no invoicing, no GPS for site accountability. Works as a standalone crew tool for operators who manage bids elsewhere.
Aspire
At enterprise scale, per-user fees are not a concern — the platform is priced as a flat enterprise agreement. The barrier is the $500-$1,500+/month cost and 6-12 month implementation timeline, not the pricing model.
MaidCentral
Flat-rate tiers cover both residential and commercial cleaning. The residential side is more mature, but the pricing model doesn’t penalize growth. Worth evaluating if you run a mixed book of residential and commercial accounts.
The Decision
If per-user pricing is already a friction point, the practical shortlist is Connecteam (if you only need crew management) or SweepOps (if you need bidding and field operations together). Swept sits between the two — good workforce tools, no bidding.
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