Photo documentation + complete business management for less than CompanyCam alone
QuoteIQ is the best CompanyCam alternative because it includes photo documentation (QuoteIQ Cam) plus quoting, scheduling, invoicing, payments, employee management, and more—all for $189.99/month. CompanyCam charges $99-249/month for photo documentation alone, and you still need Jobber or another CRM on top of that.
CompanyCam has become the default photo documentation app for contractors. They’ve earned that position—10 years of development, $36M+ in funding, and a $2 billion valuation in November 2025. The app works well.
But here’s the problem: CompanyCam only does photos.
For quoting, you need Jobber ($49-229/month). For invoicing, you need QuickBooks or FreshBooks. For scheduling, you need another app. For customer texting, another app. For employee tracking, another app.
By the time you’ve built a complete software stack around CompanyCam, you’re paying $300-500/month for 4-5 different apps that barely talk to each other.
QuoteIQ takes a different approach. Everything—including professional photo documentation—is built into one platform. One login. One bill. Everything connected.
CompanyCam has three plans, all requiring a 3-user minimum:
| Plan | Monthly (3-user min) | Annual (3-user min) | Per Additional User |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pro | $99/month | $79/month | $29-34/user |
| Premium | $149/month | $129/month | $29-34/user |
| Elite | $249/month | $199/month | $29-34/user |
What’s NOT included in CompanyCam: Quoting, invoicing, scheduling, payments, customer communication, employee management, route optimization. You need Jobber, Housecall Pro, or another CRM for those—adding $50-229/month more.
QuoteIQ includes photo documentation (QuoteIQ Cam) with full business management:
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Users Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | $29.99/month | $299.99/year | 1 user |
| Pro (includes QuoteIQ Cam) | $98.99/month | $989.99/year | 3 users |
| Elite (includes everything) | $189.99/month | $1,880/year | 7 users |
Most contractors using CompanyCam also need a CRM. Here’s what that actually costs:
| Feature | CompanyCam | QuoteIQ Cam |
|---|---|---|
| Photo Capture | ✓ Device native resolution | ✓ Device native resolution |
| Video Capture | ✓ 5-10 min (plan dependent) | ✓ 4K video upload |
| GPS/Timestamp | ✓ Automatic | ✓ Automatic |
| Cloud Storage | ✓ Unlimited | ✓ Unlimited |
| Offline Mode | ✓ Up to 60 projects cached | ⚡ Syncs when connected |
| Max File Size | Not published | 700MB per file |
| Feature | CompanyCam | QuoteIQ Cam |
|---|---|---|
| Before/After Photos | ✓ Overlay-aligned pairs | ✓ Before-and-After Editor |
| Annotations/Markup | ✓ Drawing, shapes, text | ✓ Photo Editor/Annotations |
| Custom Inspection Forms | ✗ Limited (checklists only) | ✓ Fully customizable forms |
| Job Forms | ✗ Not available | ✓ Custom job forms |
| Customer History Archive | ✗ Project-based only | ✓ Saved to customer profile |
| Feature | CompanyCam | QuoteIQ Cam |
|---|---|---|
| Attach Photos to Quotes | ✗ Requires separate app | ✓ Built-in |
| Attach Photos to Invoices | ✗ Requires separate app | ✓ Built-in |
| Customer Galleries | ✓ Elite plan | ✓ All plans with Cam |
| PDF Reports | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Feature | CompanyCam | QuoteIQ |
|---|---|---|
| AI Photo Captions | ⚡ Pro plan (10 credits only) | ✗ Not available |
| AI Walkthrough Notes | ✓ Premium+ only | ✗ Not available |
| AI Estimate Generator | ✗ Not available | ✓ AI Assistant Package |
| AI Before/After Preview | ✗ Not available | ✓ AI Assistant Package |
Note on CompanyCam AI: Pro plan users only get 10 AI credits total (company-wide, not per user). Unlimited AI requires their Premium plan at $149/month minimum. QuoteIQ’s AI features are available as an add-on or included in the Max plan.
QuoteIQ Cam is part of a complete business management system. No need for CompanyCam + Jobber + payment app + scheduling app. Everything works together because everything is built together.
QuoteIQ Beginner starts at 1 user for $29.99/month. CompanyCam forces you to pay for 3 users minimum—even if you’re a solo operator.
QuoteIQ Cam includes fully customizable inspection forms that save to customer profiles. CompanyCam offers basic checklists only.
Documents, inspections, and photos automatically save to customer profiles in QuoteIQ. You can see every interaction with a customer in one place. CompanyCam organizes by project only—not by customer.
Photos attach directly to estimates and invoices in QuoteIQ. No third-party app needed. Show customers exactly what you’re quoting—with photos embedded right in the estimate.
QuoteIQ offers email, text, and phone support. CompanyCam is chat-only—and this is a consistent complaint in their reviews. Users report waiting days or weeks for issue resolution.
We believe in transparency. CompanyCam has invested 10 years into photo documentation specifically. They do some things well:
CompanyCam caches up to 60 projects for offline work with automatic sync. For contractors working in basements, rural areas, or commercial buildings with poor cell signal, this matters. QuoteIQ works best with connectivity—photos taken offline can be uploaded when you reconnect, but full functionality requires internet.
CompanyCam’s voice-to-text captions, AI walkthrough notes, and photo summaries are genuinely useful—if you’re willing to pay $149+/month for Premium. The Pro plan’s 10 AI credits are essentially a demo.
CompanyCam connects to 60+ apps including Jobber, ServiceTitan, Housecall Pro, and Procore. If you’re committed to a specific CRM and just want photo documentation, CompanyCam integrates with more platforms.
CompanyCam Elite ($249/month) includes LiDAR measurements on iPhone Pro and dual-camera video. These are impressive for specific use cases—restoration contractors documenting insurance claims, or general contractors creating walkthroughs. Most home service businesses never use these features.
QuoteIQ Cam is included with QuoteIQ Pro ($98.99/month) and Elite ($189.99/month) plans. It’s not available as a standalone product because it’s designed to integrate directly with your quotes, invoices, and customer records. That integration is what makes it powerful.
QuoteIQ syncs photos to cloud storage when connected. For offline work, photos taken on your device camera can be uploaded once you have connectivity. Full app functionality requires internet connection—this is an area CompanyCam currently handles better.
QuoteIQ Cam supports 4K video uploads up to 700MB per file. There’s no arbitrary time limit—your file size determines the maximum length. CompanyCam limits Pro to 5 minutes and Premium/Elite to 10 minutes.
Yes. QuoteIQ Cam syncs across devices in real-time. Photos uploaded by one team member are accessible to all users on your account. Photos are organized by customer and job, so everyone sees the same history.
Yes. QuoteIQ offers a 14-day free trial with full access to Elite plan features, including QuoteIQ Cam. Credit card required to start trial. No contracts—cancel anytime.
Yes. QuoteIQ offers onboarding assistance and can help you migrate customer data. Your photo library in CompanyCam would remain separate—you’d start fresh in QuoteIQ Cam going forward.
QuoteIQ is designed as a complete replacement for Jobber, Housecall Pro, and similar CRMs. It includes all the features those platforms offer—plus photo documentation—at a fraction of the cost. You wouldn’t need both.
QuoteIQ has a “Suggest a Feature” tool where users submit requests and vote on priorities. The development team actively builds features based on user demand. Unlike large competitors, QuoteIQ is founder-led and responds quickly to community feedback.
See why contractors are consolidating from CompanyCam + Jobber to QuoteIQ.
Estimates
Create and send professional estimates.
Invoicing
Send, track and collect invoices.
QuoteIQ Cam
Capture and document every job with ease.
Scheduling
Schedule jobs to your calendar in seconds.
Inspection Forms
Create and complete inspection reports.
MapMeasure Pro
Measure and price properties instantly.
Business Analytics
Real-time insight into your performance.
EmployeeHub
Assign, schedule & pay employees.
Virtual Call Team
Never miss a call with 24/7 AJ, assistant.
ClientHub
Send and keep messages inside QuoteIQ.
InstaQuote
Allow customers to create estimates themselves.
InstaSchedule
Let clients schedule appointments themselves.
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