Why builders are switching from Tradify to Built Simple
Tradify is a solid platform, but it wasn’t built with Australian builders in mind. Most of our switchers come over because of one of these reasons.
What slows Tradify down for AU builders
- Per-user pricing — quickly more expensive for teams of 3+
- Lighter on project management — better for one-off jobs than ongoing builds
- No Gantt scheduling
- No defect/punch list management
- No construction-specific calculators
What Built Simple does instead
- Full Gantt project scheduling
- Defect and punch list management built-in
- 47 construction calculators included
- Same job management features
- Flat pricing for teams
- Better fit for builders running multi-week projects
Quick comparison
| Feature | Tradify | Built Simple |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | AU$54/mo per user | AU$79/mo flat |
| Built for AU market | No | Yes |
| Native Xero integration | Limited | Yes |
| Native MYOB integration | No | Yes |
| AS-1684 + NCC compliance | No | Yes |
| Free construction calculators | No | 47 included |
| Free trial | Varies | 14 days, no card |
| AU support team | No | Yes |
Who Built Simple is for
Built Simple is the right choice for AU builders who outgrew Tradify and need full project management, not just job tracking.
If you are already using Tradify and finding it expensive, US-centric, or missing AU-specific features (Xero, MYOB, AS-1684 compliance), Built Simple drops in seamlessly. Most switchers are productive within 24 hours.
Try Built Simple free for 14 days
No credit card required. Full feature access. AU-built support team available Mon-Fri 9-5 Melbourne time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I migrate from Tradify to Built Simple?
Yes. We support data import from Tradify via CSV export. Most builders complete migration in under 2 hours. Our team can help if needed.
Does Built Simple have all the features Tradify has?
For Australian builders, yes — and more. Native Xero/MYOB, AU compliance, and 47 free calculators that Tradify doesn’t include.
What if I’m a sole trader, not a team?
Built Simple works for one-person operations. No minimum users, no per-seat pricing — flat AU$79/mo regardless of team size.
Is the pricing really AU$79/mo?
Yes, flat. No hidden fees, no per-user charges, no setup costs. 14-day free trial first.
Where is Built Simple based?
Melbourne, Australia. Founded by a Melbourne builder, supported by an AU-based team during AU business hours.
