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CrewNest vs Icey
Both stand on snow removal software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
CrewNest combines field-service scheduling and billing with snow-specific records, calculators, and invoicing options. The free plan has limits on users, estimates, measurements, and messages; Pro Plan costs $29.99 a month.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Icey combines dispatch, field work, client updates, and site-level salt records for snow and ice operations. Consider the lack of built-in card payments and direct QuickBooks sync when planning billing workflows.
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| CrewNest | Icey | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro Plan: $290 a year | Pro: $79,529 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | crewnest.app | iceysoftware.com |
| On snow removal software | #1 of 25 | #2 of 25 |
CrewNest: what it does well
- Logs snow events with accumulation totals and service notes.
- Calculates salt and deicer needs.
- Dispatches crews by route and zone.
- Supports multiple snow billing methods.
- Offers a 14-day trial.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to one user.
- Free plan allows three estimates per month.
- Free plan allows 50 SMS messages per month.
- Pro Plan costs $29.99 a month.
Icey: what it does well
- Storm board supports dispatch and route assignment
- Field Mode works offline and tracks GPS
- Clients can view service status without logging in
- Salt logs capture material, application rate, and location
What to know first
- No direct QuickBooks sync
- Card payments are not built in
- Free plan has up to five operator seats
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