MYOB vs SimPRO

MYOB or SimPRO? An Expert Comparison for Mid-Market Businesses

Is MYOB or SimPRO the better investment for your business? Compare pricing, total cost of ownership, and feature value side by side - with expert analysis from our Harvard-educated consultants.

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Feature Comparison

Side-by-side feature analysis for MYOB and SimPRO.

Invoicing

MYOB

MYOB Business offers inventory, invoicing, payroll, and job tracking in a single plan, reducing the need for add-on costs

SimPRO

SimPRO provides invoicing functionality, popular with Trades & Construction businesses

MYOB highlights invoicing as a core strength. SimPRO offers the capability but does not position it as a primary differentiator.

Expense tracking

MYOB

MYOB Business offers inventory, invoicing, payroll, and job tracking in a single plan, reducing the need for add-on costs

SimPRO

Comprehensive inventory management with stock tracking, purchase orders, and supplier management suits businesses handling significant materials

Both platforms are strong here. MYOB emphasises this as a core strength, and SimPRO also invests heavily in expense tracking. Review each platform's approach to see which aligns with your team's workflow.

Bank reconciliation

MYOB

MYOB provides bank reconciliation functionality, popular with Trades & Construction businesses

SimPRO

SimPRO provides bank reconciliation functionality, popular with Trades & Construction businesses

bank reconciliation capabilities vary by plan tier on both platforms. Confirm the specific features you need are available at your target price point before committing.

Payroll

MYOB

Built-in payroll with award interpretation and STP compliance handles Australian payroll complexity well out of the box

SimPRO

SimPRO provides payroll functionality, popular with Trades & Construction businesses

MYOB highlights payroll as a core strength. SimPRO offers the capability but does not position it as a primary differentiator.

Tax reporting and BAS

MYOB

Strong multi-entity and consolidated reporting capabilities suit businesses with multiple trading entities or franchise operations

SimPRO

Multi-branch and multi-company support with consolidated reporting suits larger trade businesses and franchise operations

Both platforms are strong here. MYOB emphasises this as a core strength, and SimPRO also invests heavily in tax reporting and bas. Review each platform's approach to see which aligns with your team's workflow.

Multi-currency support

MYOB

MYOB offers multi-currency support capabilities. Support depth and SLA commitments vary by plan

SimPRO

Multi-branch and multi-company support with consolidated reporting suits larger trade businesses and franchise operations

SimPRO highlights multi-currency support as a core strength. MYOB offers the capability but does not position it as a primary differentiator.

Industry fit

MYOB

MYOB provides industry fit functionality, popular with Trades & Construction businesses

SimPRO

SimPRO provides industry fit functionality, popular with Trades & Construction businesses

If industry fit is a daily-use area for your team, the onboarding curve and keyboard ergonomics matter more than feature counts - trial both with a real operator, not an evaluator.

Job management

MYOB

MYOB provides job management functionality, popular with Trades & Construction businesses

SimPRO

End-to-end project management for trades with quoting, scheduling, job costing, purchasing, and asset management in one platform

SimPRO highlights job management as a core strength. MYOB offers the capability but does not position it as a primary differentiator.

Quoting and invoicing

MYOB

MYOB Business offers inventory, invoicing, payroll, and job tracking in a single plan, reducing the need for add-on costs

SimPRO

End-to-end project management for trades with quoting, scheduling, job costing, purchasing, and asset management in one platform

Both platforms are strong here. MYOB emphasises this as a core strength, and SimPRO also invests heavily in quoting and invoicing. Review each platform's approach to see which aligns with your team's workflow.

Scheduling and dispatch

MYOB

MYOB provides scheduling and dispatch functionality, popular with Trades & Construction businesses

SimPRO

End-to-end project management for trades with quoting, scheduling, job costing, purchasing, and asset management in one platform

SimPRO highlights scheduling and dispatch as a core strength. MYOB offers the capability but does not position it as a primary differentiator.

Mobile field access

MYOB

Limitation: Mobile app functionality lags behind Xero and QuickBooks, making on-the-go invoicing and expense tracking less convenient

SimPRO

Advanced scheduling with drag-and-drop Gantt-style views, travel time calculation, and skill-based assignment optimises field team productivity

SimPRO highlights mobile field access as a core strength. MYOB offers the capability but does not position it as a primary differentiator.

Compliance features

MYOB

Built-in payroll with award interpretation and STP compliance handles Australian payroll complexity well out of the box

SimPRO

Limitation: Learning curve is steep due to the depth of features, and staff training is essential for productive use

MYOB highlights compliance features as a core strength. SimPRO offers the capability but does not position it as a primary differentiator.

Pricing Comparison

General pricing information for each platform.

MYOB

MYOB Business Lite from $25/month, MYOB Business Pro from $55/month, MYOB Business Growing from $65/month (AUD). AccountRight pricing varies. Payroll included in most plans. Employee numbers affect pricing.

Prices shown are approximate and may differ based on your plan, team size, and billing cycle. Verify directly with the vendor for current AUD rates.

SimPRO

Custom pricing based on business size and requirements, typically from $200-500+/month (AUD). Implementation and training costs additional. Per-user pricing applies. Annual contracts standard.

Pricing is indicative only and subject to change. We recommend contacting the vendor for a tailored quote based on your Australian business needs.

Pros & Cons

An honest look at the strengths and limitations of each platform.

MYOB

Pros

Deep roots in Australian business means accountants and bookkeepers are highly familiar with the platform, reducing training costs
Built-in payroll with award interpretation and STP compliance handles Australian payroll complexity well out of the box
MYOB Business offers inventory, invoicing, payroll, and job tracking in a single plan, reducing the need for add-on costs
AccountRight desktop and online versions cater to businesses that prefer on-premise software or are transitioning to cloud
Strong multi-entity and consolidated reporting capabilities suit businesses with multiple trading entities or franchise operations

Cons

The interface feels dated compared to Xero, particularly the AccountRight product, which affects staff adoption and productivity
Third-party app integrations are more limited than Xero, with fewer modern SaaS tools offering native MYOB connections
Mobile app functionality lags behind Xero and QuickBooks, making on-the-go invoicing and expense tracking less convenient
Migration to or from MYOB can be complex, especially from the desktop AccountRight version with years of historical data

SimPRO

Pros

End-to-end project management for trades with quoting, scheduling, job costing, purchasing, and asset management in one platform
Advanced scheduling with drag-and-drop Gantt-style views, travel time calculation, and skill-based assignment optimises field team productivity
Comprehensive inventory management with stock tracking, purchase orders, and supplier management suits businesses handling significant materials
Asset and maintenance management tracks customer assets, maintenance schedules, and service history for recurring contract work
Multi-branch and multi-company support with consolidated reporting suits larger trade businesses and franchise operations

Cons

Implementation is complex and typically requires SimPRO consulting services, adding $5,000-20,000 to initial setup costs
Pricing is among the highest in the trades software category, making it a significant investment for smaller businesses
Learning curve is steep due to the depth of features, and staff training is essential for productive use
Mobile app has improved but can still feel clunky compared to more modern alternatives like ServiceM8 for field workers

Best For

Which tool suits which use case.

Choose MYOB if you need

✓ Trades & Construction businesses
✓ Retail & E-commerce organisations
✓ Teams needing extensive third-party integrations
✓ Tax compliance
✓ Financial reporting

Choose SimPRO if you need

✓ Teams needing extensive third-party integrations
✓ Complex data models (jobs, quotes, invoices and more)
✓ Trades & Construction businesses
✓ Manufacturing organisations
✓ Field service operations

Expert Verdict

Our Harvard-educated consultants' take on this comparison.

Clever Ops Recommendation

MYOB and SimPRO solve different problems: MYOB handles accounting & finance, while SimPRO covers industry tools. Most mid-market Australian businesses benefit from running both with a proper integration layer. MYOB is the right pick when established Australian businesses, particularly in trades and construction, that need payroll, inventory, and accounting in one platform and value compatibility with traditional accounting practices. SimPRO fits when mid-sized to larger trade and service contractors (20+ staff) with complex scheduling, inventory, and project management needs that justify the investment in a comprehensive platform. Clever Ops can design the integration architecture and implement both, typically within 4-8 weeks.

Migration Notes

What to know about switching between MYOB and SimPRO.

Migrating Between MYOB and SimPRO

Migrating between MYOB and SimPRO involves transferring invoices, timesheets and mapping custom fields. Clever Ops follows a structured migration process: discovery, data mapping, test migration, verification, and cutover. We typically complete migrations within 4-8 weeks. Historical data is preserved, and we run parallel systems during the transition to minimise risk. Post-migration, we provide 3 months of support to ensure everything runs smoothly.

MYOB vs SimPRO FAQ

Yes, both platforms are used by Australian businesses. MYOB is popular with Trades & Construction and Retail & E-commerce in Australia. SimPRO is widely used by Trades & Construction and Manufacturing. Key Australian considerations include AUD pricing, local support hours, GST handling, and data residency. MYOB offers Australian-specific pricing. Clever Ops, based in Gippsland, Victoria, factors these nuances into every recommendation.

MYOB uses a REST API (REST API with OAuth 2.0. Rate limited to approximately 10,000 requests per day. Supports pagination via $top and $skip OData parameters. Cloud and on-premise (AccountRight Live) endpoints differ. JSON responses.), while SimPRO uses a REST API (REST API with OAuth 2.0 authentication. Rate limits based on account tier. JSON responses. Webhook support for key events. API documentation requires SimPRO account access.). MYOB supports 9 core data objects; SimPRO supports 9. With 12+ of integration experience, Clever Ops can tell you exactly how each API performs in production.

Both MYOB and SimPRO provide standard security measures including encryption, access controls, and compliance certifications. MYOB uses a REST API and SimPRO uses REST, both supporting secure data transfer. For Australian businesses handling sensitive data under the Privacy Act, data residency and local support are worth verifying with each vendor. Clever Ops, based in Gippsland, Victoria, can review each platform's security posture against your compliance requirements during a free assessment.

MYOB strengths: Deep roots in Australian business means accountants and bookkeepers are highly familiar with the platform, reducing training costs. Built-in payroll with award interpretation and STP compliance handles Australian payroll complexity well out of the box. SimPRO strengths: End-to-end project management for trades with quoting, scheduling, job costing, purchasing, and asset management in one platform. Advanced scheduling with drag-and-drop Gantt-style views, travel time calculation, and skill-based assignment optimises field team productivity. The features that matter most depend on your team's daily workflows and growth plans. Clever Ops can help you map your requirements to the right platform.

Both MYOB and SimPRO serve Manufacturing businesses. MYOB is also popular with Trades & Construction organisations, while SimPRO is widely used in Trades & Construction. Clever Ops can advise based on what we have seen work for businesses like yours.

Since MYOB (accounting & finance) and SimPRO (industry tools) serve different functions, many businesses run both. The key is connecting them so data flows automatically. Clever Ops builds these integrations, keeping invoices, timesheets in sync across both platforms.

Yes. Both platforms share 2 common data object types (including invoices, timesheets), which simplifies field mapping. Clever Ops runs a structured migration process: discovery, data mapping, test migration, verification, and cutover. Most migrations complete within 4-8 weeks, with 3 months of post-migration support included.

Full onboarding for either MYOB or SimPRO, including configuration, data import, and team training, typically takes 4-8 weeks with Clever Ops support. Self-service onboarding can take longer and often results in suboptimal configurations that limit the platform's value.