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# Compare FOUNDATION vs JOBPOWER

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> Detailed comparison between FOUNDATION and JOBPOWER. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | FOUNDATION | JOBPOWER |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 4.4/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 362 | 51 |
| **Starting Price** | - | USD 4,300.00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | No |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### FOUNDATION

It is designed for contractors (self-performing GCs and subcontractors) who specialize in commercial, industrial and government work.

### JOBPOWER

Designed for general contractors and subcontractors doing commercial, industrial and residential jobs of all types including HVAC, plumbing, drywall, flooring, and more.

## Key features

### FOUNDATION

- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Audit Trail
- Billing & Invoicing
- Budgeting/Forecasting
- Cash Management
- Construction Breakdowns
- Customizable Reports
- Document Management
- Job Costing
- Job Tracking
- Multiple Projects
- Payroll Management
- Project Accounting
- Project Time Tracking
- Reporting & Statistics
- Subcontractor Management
- Subcontractor Monitoring
- Time Tracking
- Timesheet Management

### JOBPOWER

- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Audit Trail
- Billing & Invoicing
- Budgeting/Forecasting
- Cash Management
- Construction Breakdowns
- Customizable Reports
- Document Management
- Job Costing
- Job Tracking
- Multiple Projects
- Payroll Management
- Project Accounting
- Project Time Tracking
- Reporting & Statistics
- Subcontractor Management
- Subcontractor Monitoring
- Time Tracking
- Timesheet Management

## Links

- [View FOUNDATION Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/2032/foundation)
- [View JOBPOWER Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/23127/jobpower)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/2032/23127/foundation/vs/jobpower)

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