Quote Anvil vs Invoice2go:
Which Is Better for Contractors?
Invoice2go is simple mobile invoicing. Quote Anvil is a complete business platform for growing contractors. Here's what sets them apart.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Quote Anvil | Invoice2go |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $70-$395/year | $20-$35/month |
| Multi-User Support | ||
| Trade Calculators | ||
| QuickBooks Sync | ||
| Project Management | ||
| Inventory Tracking | ||
| Mobile App |
Why Growing Contractors Choose Quote Anvil Over Invoice2go
Trade-Specific Calculators
Quote Anvil has built-in calculators for flooring, carpet, rugs, and material estimating. Invoice2go is just generic line items—you have to calculate everything manually.
Multi-User & Team Features
Invoice2go is single-user only. Quote Anvil supports teams (4-35+ users depending on plan) with role permissions, shared calendars, and collaborative project management.
Complete Project Management
Track jobs from quote to completion. Manage materials, schedule work, track progress, and handle payments—all in one place. Invoice2go is just invoicing.
Better Value for Growing Businesses
Invoice2go charges $20-$35/month ($240-$420/year) for basic features. Quote Anvil's Bronze plan is $155/year with team features, integrations, and trade-specific tools.
When Invoice2go Makes Sense
Invoice2go might work for you if:
- You're a solo operator with very simple invoicing needs
- You just need basic mobile invoicing, nothing more
- You don't need team features, project management, or material tracking
- You're not planning to grow beyond yourself
But if you're growing, need team collaboration, or want trade-specific features—Quote Anvil will save you time and money.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Invoicing & Estimates
Quote Anvil
- Trade-specific templates (146+ categories)
- Material calculators (flooring, carpet, rug)
- Detailed line items with photos
- Professional PDF generation
- Recurring invoices & subscriptions
Invoice2go
- Basic invoice templates
- No material calculators
- Simple line items
- PDF invoices
- Recurring invoices
Payment Processing
Quote Anvil
- Credit card acceptance (3.0%)
- Pass fees to customers
- QR code payments
- Automated payment reminders
Invoice2go
- Credit card acceptance (2.9% + 30¢)
- ACH payments
- Limited QR code support
- Payment reminders
Team & Collaboration
Quote Anvil
- Multi-user support (4-35+ users)
- Roles & permissions
- Team scheduling & dispatch
- Shared customer database
Invoice2go
- Single user only
- No team features
- No scheduling
- Customer database (single user)
Project Management
Quote Anvil
- ProjectForge (full job tracking)
- Job costing & profitability tracking
- Material tracking & inventory
- Progress photos & notes
Invoice2go
- No project management
- No job costing
- No material tracking
- Invoice-only focus
Pricing Comparison
Quote Anvil
Annual pricing, transparent limits
- Copper: $70/yearSolo contractors, 50 invoices
- Bronze: $155/year4 users, 150 invoices, integrations
- Iron: $275/year35 users, unlimited invoices
- Steel: $395/yearEverything + priority support
Invoice2go
Monthly pricing, single user
- Starter: $20/month ($240/year)Basic invoicing, 1 user
- Professional: $30/month ($360/year)Advanced features, 1 user
- Premium: $35/month ($420/year)All features, 1 user
- ⚠️ No team/multi-user options
💰 Better Value with Quote Anvil
Invoice2go's Professional plan is $360/year for 1 user. Quote Anvil's Bronze plan is $155/year with 4 users, team features, and trade-specific tools—save $205/year!
What Contractors Say
Juan Rodriguez
Rodriguez Plumbing, Phoenix, AZ
Owner + 3 plumbers
"Invoice2go was fine when I was working solo, but once I hired my first plumber, I hit a wall. No way to share customer info, no team scheduling, and I was still calculating material costs by hand. Quote Anvil gave me everything I needed to actually run a team—for less money than Invoice2go!"
Result: Switched to Quote Anvil, added 3 team members, reduced quote time by 75%, and saved $200+/year on software costs.
Switching from Invoice2go to Quote Anvil
Moving from Invoice2go to Quote Anvil is straightforward. Most contractors complete the migration in 1-2 hours.
What Transfers
- Customer contact info (export from Invoice2go, import to Quote Anvil)
- Product/service catalog (manually recreate with our templates)
- Company branding (logo, colors, business details)
🚀 Free Migration Assistance
Our team can help you export your data from Invoice2go and import it into Quote Anvil. Just email us—it's completely free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I import my data from Invoice2go?
Yes! Export your customer list from Invoice2go and import it into Quote Anvil via CSV. We can help with the migration process for free.
Does Quote Anvil support teams like Invoice2go?
Invoice2go is single-user only. Quote Anvil has full team support starting with the Bronze plan (4 users) up to Steel (35+ users). Each team member gets their own login with role-based permissions.
Can I use both during transition?
Absolutely! Many contractors run both systems during the 14-day trial to ensure everything is working before fully switching.
What if I'm happy with Invoice2go's simplicity?
If you're a solo contractor with very basic needs and no plans to grow, Invoice2go might be fine. But if you need team features, material tracking, or project management, Quote Anvil is a better long-term investment.
Is there a mobile app?
Yes! Just like Invoice2go, Quote Anvil has iOS and Android apps designed for contractors working in the field. But ours also includes team features, project tracking, and trade-specific calculators.
How long does setup take?
About 5-10 minutes to create an account and start your first quote. If you're importing data from Invoice2go, plan for 1-2 hours total.
Ready to Upgrade from Basic Invoicing?
Join growing contractors who switched to Quote Anvil for team features, project management, and trade-specific tools.