Skimmer vs PoolCarePRO for pool service
| Skimmer | PoolCarePRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Per serviced location (two tiers) | Flat tiers by user accounts |
| Published price | Getting Started: $1/serviced location/month, starts at $49/month (includes 49 locations; for 0–49 pools). Scaling Up: $98/month base incl. 49 locations + $2/month per additional location (for 50–1,000 pools). | PRO $39.95/month (3 users), PREMIUM $49.95 (10 users), GOLD $69.95 (20 users), PLATINUM $99.95 (40 users). 30-day free trial, no card. |
| Best for | Small routes under 50 pools and established companies that want optional add-on services. | Budget-focused companies with many pools and a stable team. |
| Source | Verified 2026-10-21 pricing page | Verified 2026-10-21 pricing page |
Monthly cost by route size
| Route | Skimmer | PoolCarePRO |
|---|---|---|
| 20 pools / 1 tech | $49 | $40 |
| 60 pools / 1 tech | $120 | $40 |
| 150 pools / 2 techs | $300 | $40 |
| 400 pools / 5 techs | $800 | $50 |
Subscription only, from published list prices checked 2026-10-21. Excludes processing and add-ons.
Skimmer: strengths
- Low flat entry price ($49) for routes under 50 pools.
- Large add-on ecosystem (bookkeeping, AI phone, marketing) if you want everything in one vendor.
Skimmer: what to watch
- Jumps to the $98 base once you pass 49 pools.
- Add-ons can add up quickly.
PoolCarePRO: strengths
- Lowest flat price for larger routes in this table.
- Pool count doesn't change the bill.
PoolCarePRO: what to watch
- Smaller vendor; check feature fit (routing, payments) during the trial.
- User-account limits include office staff.
Based on each vendor's public site as of 2026-10-21; not hands-on tested. Run your own numbers →