Why this comparison exists
If you run a small UK removals business and want to know which software is actually worth using, the fast answer is this: choose the tool that matches your operating model, not the one with the longest feature list. For most 1 to 5 van removals operators, that means prioritising quoting, deposits, CRM, and customer communication over generic field-service bells and whistles.
That is why this comparison is deliberately practical. It is written for smaller operators, not large national fleets. We have tried to be genuinely fair, including where our own product (Move and Store) falls short and where other tools may be the better fit.
Fast answer
- Best for a small UK removals operator: Move and Store, if you want quoting, payments, CRM, and storage in one workflow.
- Best for a broader trade business: ServiceM8, Jobber, or Fergus, depending on whether you need mobile app polish or trade-job costing.
- Best if cash is the main constraint: Google Sheets can work briefly, but only at very low volume.
This comparison covers five options that UK removals operators commonly consider in 2026. We have scored each on features relevant to removals specifically, not generic field-service metrics. If you are currently running your business from spreadsheets and wondering whether software is worth the switch, our post on why removals businesses should stop using spreadsheets covers that decision in more detail.
The Comparison Table
| Feature | Move and Store | ServiceM8 | Jobber | Fergus | Google Sheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (starting) | Free (forever) | See current pricing | See current pricing | See current pricing | Free |
| Built for removals | Yes | No (general field service) | No (general field service) | No (trades-focused) | No |
| Quoting with inventory | Yes (room-by-room) | Check workflow in a demo | Check workflow in a demo | Check workflow in a demo | Manual |
| Customer quote portal | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Deposit collection | Yes (built-in Stripe) | Check workflow in a demo | Check workflow in a demo | Check workflow in a demo | No |
| Self-storage management | Yes (all plans) | Check workflow in a demo | Check workflow in a demo | Check workflow in a demo | No |
| Automated Google Review requests | Yes (Pro & Scale) | Check plan and add-ons | Check plan and add-ons | Check plan and add-ons | No |
| CRM & lead tracking | Yes | Basic | Yes | Basic | No |
| UK-focused | Yes (GBP, UK addresses, VAT-aware) | Australian origin | Canadian origin | New Zealand origin | Global |
| Mobile app | Web app (mobile-optimised) | Yes (native) | Yes (native) | Yes (native) | Yes |
| Free tier available | Yes (genuine, no time limit) | Yes (with limits) | Paid plans; trial available | Paid plans; trial available | Yes |
For a deeper head-to-head on Move and Store versus the most common alternative, see our detailed Move and Store vs ServiceM8 comparison.
Move and Store
Best for: UK removals operators who want a purpose-built tool without the bloat of generic field-service software, especially those who also offer storage.
Move and Store is designed for UK removals and self-storage businesses. The core product covers quoting (with a room-by-room inventory builder), a customer-facing quote portal where customers can view, accept, and pay deposits online, CRM and lead tracking, and self-storage unit management. If storage is part of your business, test unit tracking and recurring billing in each platform before choosing.
If you want a tighter walkthrough of how that quote experience improves conversion in practice, see how to make it easier for customers to say yes to your quote. For the room-by-room workflow itself, see our removals quoting software page. If you want the broader category page first, start with our removals software overview. And if payment friction is the bigger problem in your workflow, see our payment platform for storage and removal companies.
On the Pro plan (£29/month) and above, Move and Store also handles automated Google Review requests: after a job is completed and paid through the platform, the system sends the customer a review request email with a direct link to leave a Google Review. This is a significant time-saver and a real boost for local SEO. Check review-request features and add-ons when comparing other platforms.
Pricing: Free tier with genuine functionality (quoting, CRM, storage, payments). Pro at £29/month. Scale at £79/month. Full details on the pricing page.
Drawbacks: Move and Store is newer than the others on this list. It does not yet have a native mobile app (though the web app is fully mobile-optimised). Reporting dashboards are still in development - everything else, including the full bookings and jobs workflow, is live now. If you need a mature ecosystem with hundreds of third-party integrations today, the established platforms may be a better fit right now. If you offer removals and storage, test both workflows together before choosing.
ServiceM8
Best for: Operators who want a polished, general-purpose field-service app with strong mobile features.
ServiceM8 is an Australian-built platform used by thousands of UK tradespeople. It handles quoting, job management, invoicing, and communication well. The mobile app is excellent, and the badge and checklist features can be adapted for removals workflows.
Pricing: ServiceM8 offers free and paid plans in GBP. Its Free plan is £0/month for 1 user and 30 new jobs per month. Paid plans: Starter £25/mo; Growing £59/mo; Premium £119/mo; Premium Plus £269/mo (GBP, excluding VAT). Checked 19 October 2026; see ServiceM8’s UK pricing for current limits, features and extra charges.
Fit to check: ServiceM8 is a general field-service platform. Test inventory-based quoting, collection and delivery addresses, multi-day jobs and storage billing against your actual workflow.
Jobber
Best for: Growing businesses that need CRM-style features, automated follow-ups, and client communication tools.
Jobber is a Canadian platform popular with landscapers, cleaners, and HVAC companies. It has strong quoting and follow-up automation, a client hub where customers can approve quotes and pay invoices, and a reliable scheduling system.
Pricing: Jobber’s pricing page lists plans in USD. Check billing terms, included users and add-ons before comparing costs in pounds.
Fit to check: Jobber serves home-service businesses. Test removals inventory, multi-address jobs, storage billing and the follow-up tools included in your chosen plan.
Fergus
Best for: Trade-focused businesses (plumbers, electricians) who also do removals as part of a broader service offering.
Fergus is a New Zealand-built platform designed for trades. It has strong job costing, margin tracking, and Xero integration. If your business does removals alongside other trade work, Fergus can centralise everything.
Pricing: Check Fergus’s UK pricing for current plans, user costs and trial terms.
Fit to check: Fergus focuses on trade-job management. Test whether its estimating and costing workflow suits inventory-based removals quotes and any storage work you offer.
Google Sheets
Best for: Brand-new operators running one van with fewer than five jobs a week who want zero cost and total flexibility.
Plenty of successful removals operators started with nothing more than a spreadsheet. Google Sheets is free, accessible from any device, and endlessly customisable. You can track jobs, customer details, and revenue in a simple grid.
Pricing: Free.
Drawbacks: Sheets does nothing automatically. No quotes, no invoices, no payment links, no scheduling, no reminders, no review collection. As your volume grows, manual entry becomes a bottleneck. It is easy to double-book, forget a follow-up, or lose track of a job. There is also no separation between your data and your personal Google account, which creates GDPR concerns. We cover the full case for moving away from spreadsheets in our dedicated post on the topic.
Which One Should You Choose?
There is no single right answer: it depends on where your business is today and where it is heading.
- Just starting out with minimal budget? Google Sheets or Move and Store's free tier will get you going. The difference is that Move and Store gives you professional quoting, a customer portal, and payment collection from day one, with no subscription charge; payment fees apply.
- Running a busy removals-only operation and want purpose-built tools? Move and Store is the closest fit for UK removals companies, particularly if you also manage storage units.
- Need a polished, general field-service app with a strong native mobile experience? ServiceM8 or Jobber are solid choices, test your removals workflow during the trial.
- Running a multi-trade business? Compare Fergus’s trade-job costing with the tools you already use.
For removals business automation, see how Move and Store connects lead tracking, follow-up reminders and Google review requests.
Whatever you choose, the important thing is to move beyond pen-and-paper or memory-based job management. Even basic software dramatically reduces no-shows, missed quotes, and scheduling errors, and that translates directly into more revenue and less stress.
It is also worth knowing that Move and Store offers done-for-you growth services beyond the software itself. The Booked Jobs Package is £79 per month all-in for Pro software plus managed Google Ads, with ad spend billed separately to Google. They also offer the Website Launch Bundle, which waives the £499 website build fee on Scale annual and adds bundle hosting at £15 per month. If you want both the tools and the growth support to move faster, it is a compelling package.
If you are weighing up the costs of starting or upgrading your operation, our breakdown of how much it costs to start a removals company covers software alongside every other startup expense.