Traddie vs Tradify
Both are trade-focused tools — so how do you choose? Traddie is built specifically for UK tradespeople with a quote-to-payment workflow and accounting integrations baked in. Tradify is more established but takes more setup to fit UK workflows.
Our verdict
Traddie is the best choice for UK sole traders and small teams who want VAT, CIS and certificates built in rather than handled in separate software.
Choose Traddie if you want:
- UK VAT threshold tracking and automatic CIS deductions built in, not bolted on
- Gas, oil and electrical certificates on your phone: CP12, Benchmark, OFTEC forms, EICR, EIC, minor works and PAT
- Quotes that turn straight into invoices, paid by card, GoCardless or bank transfer
- Sync to Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent or Sage, so your accountant gets clean figures
Choose something else if: you run a larger team already set up in Tradify and are happy handling VAT and CIS in your accounting software.
We make Traddie, so weigh our verdict with that in mind. The side-by-side below is based on each product's publicly described features, which change over time.
| Category | Traddie | Tradify |
|---|---|---|
| Primary use case | Trade workflow + invoicing | Trade workflow and job tracking |
| UK VAT/CIS focus | Built in from day one | Depends on your setup and process |
| Accounting sync | Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, Sage | External accounting tools |
| Payment collection | Stripe — get paid same day | Varies by setup |
| Best for | UK trades wanting one simple workflow | Teams focused on job tracking |
When Traddie is the better fit
If you want one UK-focused workflow that covers quote creation, job scheduling, invoicing, and payment collection — without weeks of setup — Traddie is often the faster option. It just works the way UK trades actually run their days.
Start free trialTraddie vs Tradify: FAQs
Is Traddie a good Tradify alternative for UK trades?
Traddie is built specifically for UK tradespeople, with CIS and VAT handled out of the box and a quote-to-payment workflow. Tradify is well established; Traddie focuses on being quick to set up and UK-tax-ready without extra configuration.
Does Traddie handle CIS and VAT?
Yes. Traddie tracks CIS deductions and VAT as you invoice, so you stay ready for HMRC and Making Tax Digital. It is built in from day one, not a bolt-on.
Does Traddie work with my accountant and take payments?
Traddie syncs with Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent and Sage, and takes card and bank payments through Stripe and GoCardless so you get paid faster.
Can I try Traddie before committing?
Yes — start a free trial and run Traddie on real jobs first. Quoting, scheduling, invoicing and automatic payment reminders are all included.