ServiceMax vs Kickserv

Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Field Service Management Software and The 11 Best HVAC Software. Last verified June 10, 2026.

The short answer

ServiceMax ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #9) for Field service businesses dispatching technicians and tracking work / HVAC contractors managing service calls and equipment. An enterprise-grade platform for complex equipment and asset management.

At a glance

ServiceMaxKickserv
Top 11 rank#5 / The 11 Best Field Service Management Software#9 / The 11 Best HVAC Software
Score (out of 9.4)8.57.7
Best forEnterprise asset-centric serviceStartups and very small shops
Pricing$$$$ (Quote-based)$ ($59 to $239/mo)
HQPleasanton, USABoulder, USA
Founded20072006

ServiceMax

An enterprise-grade platform for complex equipment and asset management.

www.servicemax.com

See full entry in The 11 Best Field Service Management Software

Kickserv

Affordable and easy to use, with a free plan for startups.

www.kickserv.com/

See full entry in The 11 Best HVAC Software

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