hipages is one of Australia's biggest tradie marketplaces, and plenty of tradies get good work from it. Others find the cost, the contract or the competition on each lead doesn't suit their business. This page sets out how the two models differ so you can pick what fits. Find My Tradie isn't affiliated with hipages.
How hipages charges (as published)
According to hipages' own membership costs page (checked 30 October 2026):
- Memberships start from $139 + GST a month (Starter, 155 credits) up to $649 + GST a month (Platinum, 850 credits).
- You use credits to accept job leads. The number of credits per lead varies with trade, suburb, job size and demand.
- Each lead can be accepted by up to three businesses.
- Subscriptions start on a 6-month introductory term and then renew on a 12-month term.
Check their site for the current details before you decide, because pricing can change.
How Find My Tradie charges
- $19 a month including GST, by direct debit through GoCardless.
- No lock-in, no setup fee, no cancellation fee and no notice period. Cancel any time by emailing info@findmytradie.au.
- No lead fees, credits or commission. Customers call, email or send a job request straight to you.
- You get a profile page with your logo, trades, service area, licence number and contact details, shown nearest-first to people searching in the suburbs you cover.
Side by side
| Lead marketplace (e.g. hipages) | Find My Tradie | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | From $139 + GST, with credits | $19 inc GST, flat |
| Per-lead cost | Credits per lead, varies | None |
| Contract | 6-month intro term, then 12 months | None. Cancel by email |
| How customers reach you | Job leads shared with up to 3 businesses | They find your profile and contact you directly |
| Volume of work | Established marketplace with an active job flow | New directory: no guaranteed leads |
Which one suits you?
A lead marketplace may suit you if you need jobs this week, have the budget, and are good at quoting fast against competitors.
A flat-fee listing suits you if you want another cheap, always-on place to be found, hate lock-in contracts, or just want a solid profile page while you build word of mouth. Plenty of tradies do both, and a $19 listing is a small add-on next to whatever else you use.
List your business for $19 a month
One flat price, inc GST. Your own profile page, shown to people searching for your trade in the suburbs you cover.
- $19/month inc GST, billed monthly by direct debit
- No lock-in, no setup fee, cancel any time by email
- No lead fees, no commission, no paying per quote
Frequently asked questions
Is Find My Tradie cheaper than hipages?
On price, yes: Find My Tradie is a flat $19 a month including GST, while hipages memberships start from $139 + GST a month (as published on 30 October 2026). They're different products, though. hipages sends job leads, while Find My Tradie is a directory where customers find you and contact you directly, with no guaranteed leads.
Does Find My Tradie have a lock-in contract?
No. There's no contract term, setup fee, cancellation fee or notice period. Cancel any time by emailing info@findmytradie.au.
Do I have to share leads with other tradies?
No leads are sold or shared. Homeowners search the directory, see listings nearest-first and contact the business they choose.
Can I use Find My Tradie and hipages at the same time?
Yes. Many tradies use several sources. A low-cost listing is simply another place to be found.
General information only, not legal, financial or marketing advice. Prices and terms of other services are as published on their own websites on the date shown and can change, so check them directly.