PoolFlow Pro
$29.99/mo
Flat price with unlimited pools; a five-pool free tier is available.
- LSI with CYA correction and chemical dosing
- Offline-first field workflow and route optimization
- Cost-linked inventory and per-pool profit analytics
PoolFlow vs Skimmer*
Both are purpose-built for pool service. Skimmer documents LSI, chemical dosing, route optimization, invoicing, and a customer portal on eligible plans; PoolFlow emphasizes offline-first fieldwork, cost-linked dosing, and per-pool margin at a flat price.
* Comparison data reflects publicly available vendor materials accessed August 20, 2026. Prices, features, and plan availability may change; consult the linked vendor sources for current details.
Skimmer
$49+
Getting Started begins at $49/mo for 49 serviced locations; Scaling Up begins at $98/mo and charges $2 for each additional location after 49.
- LSI and dosing calculator powered by Orenda on Scaling Up and higher plans
- Route optimization on Scaling Up and higher plans
- Customer portal, invoicing, work orders, and QuickBooks Online integration
Pricing context: 49 locations included; plan features vary. Prices, promotions, and plan eligibility can change; check the linked vendor source before buying.
Documented feature comparison
A check mark means a capability is documented in the linked sources. “Not verified” means the public material was inconclusive—not that the capability is unavailable.
| Feature | PoolFlow | Skimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Pool Chemistry | ||
| Real-Time LSI Calculator | Scaling Up+ | |
| CYA-Corrected Alkalinity | Not verified | |
| Chemical Dosing Recommendations | Scaling Up+ | |
| Cost-Linked Dosing (your actual prices) | Costs configurable | |
| Route & Operations | ||
| Route Optimization | Scaling Up+ | |
| Offline-First (works without cell) | Not verified | |
| Service Logging | ||
| Photo Documentation | ||
| Wet-Hand UX (56pt touch targets) | Not verified | |
| Business Analytics | ||
| Per-Pool Profit Tracking | Not verified | |
| Money-Loser Pool Detection | Not verified | |
| Chemical Inventory Tracking | Not verified | |
| Platform & Business | ||
| Customer Portal | ||
| Invoicing | ||
| CSV Import/Export | ||
| iCloud Sync | Not verified | |
| Equipment Tracking | ||
| Multi-Language Support | 6 languages | Not verified |
| Unlimited Pools | Location-based billing | |
| Pricing | ||
| Monthly Price | $29.99 flat | $49+ |
| Pricing Basis | None | 49 locations included; plan features vary |
| Free Tier | 5 pools free | Not verified |
✓ means documented in the linked vendor sources. “Not verified” means the linked public material was inconclusive; it does not mean the feature is unavailable. Plans and prices can change.
Sources: Skimmer pricing; Skimmer LSI setup and activation.
PoolFlow may fit if…
You are an iPhone-based operator who wants a flat subscription, a five-pool free tier, offline-first service work, and pool-level cost and profit visibility without needing built-in invoicing or a customer portal.
Skimmer may fit if…
You need office workflows such as invoicing, work orders, QuickBooks Online, or a customer portal, and you are comfortable choosing a location-based plan with the feature tier your team requires.
Qualification: Pricing is based on serviced locations, and feature access varies by plan.
Vendor sources
The publicly available first-party pages used for this comparison were accessed on August 20, 2026:
If a vendor changes a price or feature, please send the current first-party link to contact@poolflowapp.com.
Frequently asked questions
Does Skimmer offer an LSI calculator and chemical dosing?
Yes. Skimmer documents an Orenda-powered LSI and dosing calculator on its Scaling Up and Enterprise plans. PoolFlow's comparison previously said Skimmer did not offer these tools; that statement was incorrect and has been removed.
How does Skimmer pricing work?
Skimmer's pricing page lists Getting Started at $1 per serviced location with a $49 monthly starting price and 49 locations included. Scaling Up starts at $98 per month for 49 locations and lists $2 for each additional location after 49. Enterprise pricing is custom.
Does Skimmer include route optimization?
Yes. Skimmer lists route optimization on Scaling Up and Enterprise. The entry Getting Started plan has a route builder but does not list route optimization.
Which product includes invoicing and a customer portal?
Skimmer documents both invoicing and a customer portal. PoolFlow does not currently claim either feature; its focus is route, chemistry, inventory, offline work, and profitability.