Simpro alternative
A simpler, flat-priced alternative to Simpro
Looking at Simpro? It is a powerful, enterprise-grade platform built for larger and more complex trade and service operations, with custom quote-based pricing and an upfront setup and onboarding fee.
ONARA Ops gives you the same booking-to-paid workflow without the complexity, the setup bill or the per-user pricing. One flat $49 a month, unlimited users, live in minutes, with bookkeeping built in.
ONARA Ops vs Simpro
| ONARA Ops | Simpro | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | One flat $49/mo | Custom quote |
| Setup / onboarding fee | None | Yes, upfront |
| Users | Unlimited, included | Priced per user |
| Time to get going | Minutes | Onboarding project |
| Best suited to | Solo up to ~20 on the tools | Mid-size and larger operations |
| Bookkeeping, GST and BAS | Built in (+$29/mo) | Separate accounting tool |
| Your own website | Included | Not included |
| Card payments to your account | Yes | Yes |
| Independent and local | WA owned, no shareholders | Australian, with global offices |
| Free trial | First month free | Demo on request |
Comparison based on Simpro's publicly available information as of July 2026. Simpro pricing is quote-based, and its plans and features can change, so check simprogroup.com for the latest.
Why tradies switch to ONARA
No setup bill
There is no four figure onboarding fee. Sign up and you are running today.
One flat price
$49 a month, no custom quote and no per-user maths. You know exactly what you pay.
Live in minutes
No implementation project. Add your logo, set up your services and start taking work the same day.
Books built in
GST, BAS, expenses, mileage and profit per job, without wiring up a separate accounting system.
Right-sized for trades
All the power a small to mid trade business needs, without the enterprise weight you do not.
First month free
Try the lot with no charge today, and cancel any time in the first month.
Questions
Is ONARA Ops a good Simpro alternative?
For solo operators up to around 20 on the tools, yes. ONARA covers bookings, jobs, quotes, scheduling, invoicing, payments and bookkeeping at one flat price, without Simpro's setup fee or enterprise complexity. Very large or highly complex operations may still prefer Simpro.
How does the pricing compare?
ONARA Ops is a flat $49 a month for unlimited users, with no setup fee. Simpro pricing is quote-based and typically includes an upfront onboarding fee, so it varies by business. Always check current pricing with each provider.
Is ONARA simpler to set up?
Yes. There is no onboarding project. You add your branding and services and can take your first booking the same day.
Does ONARA include bookkeeping?
Yes. ONARA Books adds GST and BAS, expenses, a mileage logbook and profit per job for $29 a month, built into the same system.
Is there a free trial?
Your first month is free. Add a card to start, nothing is charged today, and you can cancel any time in the first 30 days.
The simpler switch for your trade.
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