Which is better for solo contractors and small crews?
$24.99/mo vs $49/mo — save $288/year with Opervo
| Feature | Opervo | GorillaDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $24.99/mo | $49/mo |
| Team plan | $54.99/mo | $99/mo (Pro) |
| Free trial | 30 days | 14 days |
| Scheduling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Estimates & Invoicing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Client portal | ✓ | ✗ |
| Google Calendar sync | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automated text notifications | ✓ (included) | ✓ |
| Portfolio page (Folio) | ✓ | ✗ |
| Quote request from portfolio | ✓ | ✗ |
| Recurring jobs | ✓ | ✓ |
| Route optimization | ✗ | ✓ (Pro plan) |
| FIFRA chemical tracking | ✗ | ✓ |
| Team permissions | ✓ (Team plan) | ✓ (Pro plan) |
| Mobile-first PWA | ✓ | Native app |
| Built for solo operators | ✓ | Pest control focus |
Opervo Solo is $24.99/mo vs GorillaDesk Basic at $49/mo. That's $288/year you keep — enough to cover a month of gas or new equipment.
GorillaDesk doesn't offer a public portfolio page or client portal. With Opervo, you get both — clients see your work, request quotes, and access their job history.
GorillaDesk doesn't have a client portal on any plan. Opervo includes one on every plan — clients can view jobs, pay invoices, and request new service.
30 days to try everything vs GorillaDesk's 14 days. Enough time to actually run your business on it before deciding.
GorillaDesk is purpose-built for pest control operators. If you need FIFRA chemical tracking, regulatory compliance tools, and pest-specific workflows, GorillaDesk is one of the best options on the market. It also offers route optimization on its Pro plan ($99/mo). For window cleaners, pressure washers, solar panel cleaners, landscapers, and other home service trades — Opervo is the more affordable, better-fit option.
Opervo is built for solar panel cleaning, window cleaning, pressure washing, and landscaping businesses.
Yes. Opervo includes scheduling, estimates, invoicing, a client portal, automated texts, and a portfolio page — all for $24.99/mo. GorillaDesk starts at $49/mo and doesn't include a client portal or portfolio page. Opervo is built for solo operators and small crews across all home service trades.
GorillaDesk has excellent reviews and is a strong choice for pest control operators who need FIFRA chemical tracking and compliance features. If you're in pest control, GorillaDesk may be worth the investment. For window cleaners, pressure washers, solar panel cleaners, and landscapers, Opervo offers more relevant features at half the price.
Yes. You can export your client list from GorillaDesk and import it into Opervo. Most operators are fully set up within an hour. Your Opervo 30-day free trial gives you time to migrate without paying for both.
GorillaDesk offers FIFRA chemical tracking for pest control operators, route optimization (on their Pro plan at $99/mo), and a native mobile app. If you're in pest control and need regulatory compliance features, GorillaDesk is purpose-built for that. For most other home service trades, Opervo covers everything you need at a lower price.
Start free — 30 days, no credit card. $24.99/mo after.
Start Free Trial →