Traddie vs Fergus
Fergus is a well-known job management tool — popular with trade businesses in Australia and New Zealand. Traddie is built specifically for UK tradespeople, with VAT, CIS, and a quote-to-payment workflow designed for how UK trades actually work.
| Category | Traddie | Fergus |
|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | UK trade workflow + invoicing | Job management and scheduling |
| UK VAT/CIS handling | Built in from the start | Available — but not UK-first |
| Quote to invoice flow | Designed for UK trades | General job management flow |
| Accounting sync | Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent | Xero integration |
| Payment collection | Integrated Stripe — get paid same day | Depends on your setup |
| Pricing | From £19.99/month | From ~£29/month |
| Best for | UK sole traders and small teams | Larger field service teams |
When Traddie is the better fit
If you are a UK tradesperson or small team and want a straightforward quote-to-payment workflow — with VAT tracking and CIS built in — Traddie is often the faster and more affordable choice. No complex setup, no features you do not need.
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