Yardbook
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Genuinely free to start, which is rare here. Solo lawn operators run the basics at no cost and pay only for GPS and lower processing fees.
This is a researched profile of Yardbook, built from its own pages and docs, not yet hands-on.
Built for, and not
Built for
- Solo and small lawn operators who want a genuinely free starting point
- Owners who need the basics, scheduling, invoicing, and estimates, at no cost
- Small crews that will pay only for GPS, bulk SMS, and lower processing fees
Skip this if
- Larger operations needing real-time GPS. Location updates only every few hours
- iPhone-first crews. The iOS app has lagged the Android one
- Businesses wanting QuickBooks sync without paying for the top tier
How we scored Yardbook
Editorial score, weighted by the criteria below. Full methodology →
What it really costs
Full pricing breakdownPaid plans start at $34.99/mo (Business).
Starter
Free
Free forever; 1% processing fee
Business
$34.99/mo
Flat; GPS, bulk SMS
Enterprise
$49.99/mo
Flat; QuickBooks sync, advanced
Annual billing usually lowers the effective rate. Confirm current numbers on the vendor page before buying.
Real-cost reality
Yardbook is genuinely free to start, with flat paid tiers rather than per-user pricing: Business at about $34.99 a month and Enterprise at about $49.99 a month, each covering your team. The free plan carries a roughly 1% surcharge on card payments; paid tiers lower processing costs and unlock GPS, bulk SMS, and QuickBooks. QuickBooks sync is Enterprise-only.
Watch out for
- The free plan adds about a 1% surcharge on card payments
- GPS location updates run only every few hours, not in real time
- QuickBooks Online sync is limited to the Enterprise tier
- The iOS app has trailed Android, so iPhone users should test first
Pricing verified June 2026
Pros and cons
What works
- A genuinely free plan that runs the basics for solo operators
- Flat paid tiers, not per user, so growth does not multiply the bill
- Lower payment processing and added features on paid plans
Watch before buying
- GPS updates only every few hours, not real time
- iOS app trails the Android version
- QuickBooks sync is gated to the top tier
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What Yardbook is
Yardbook is lawn-care software with a genuinely free plan, aimed at solo and small operators. The free tier covers scheduling, invoicing, and estimates, and paid plans add GPS, bulk SMS, lower processing fees, and QuickBooks.
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Where it shines
The free plan is the real draw, and it is more than a teaser: a solo operator can run the basics at no cost. The paid tiers are flat rather than per user, so growing the crew does not multiply the bill, and the value reputation is strong.
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Where it falls short
GPS updates only every few hours rather than live, the iOS app has trailed Android, and QuickBooks sync is locked to the top tier. It is built for small operators, and larger crews needing real-time tracking will outgrow it.
Our verdict
The rare genuinely free starting point for a solo or small lawn operator, with flat paid tiers as you grow. Larger crews needing real-time GPS or iPhone-first teams should test the limits first. Our score reflects researched sources and verified user reviews, not hands-on testing.
Integrations
QuickBooks OnlineNativeEnterprise tier only
StripeNativeCard processingSupport and mobile
Support
Email support with a knowledge base and an active user community. Capterra rates it about 4.5, with the free plan and value frequently praised and occasional notes on app polish.
Mobile
Android is the stronger app; the iOS version has historically lagged and been treated as a work in progress, so iPhone-first crews should test it before relying on it. GPS tracking refreshes only every few hours rather than live.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Yardbook.
Is Yardbook really free?
Yes. The Basic plan is free and runs scheduling, invoicing, and estimates, with a roughly 1% surcharge on card payments. Paid tiers remove that and add features.
How much are the paid plans?
Flat, not per user: Business about $34.99 a month and Enterprise about $49.99 a month, each covering your whole team. QuickBooks sync requires Enterprise.
How good is the GPS tracking?
Limited. Location updates only every few hours rather than in real time, so it suits light tracking, not live dispatch.
Which app is better, iOS or Android?
Android. The iOS app has historically lagged and been treated as a work in progress, so iPhone-first crews should test it before depending on it.