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Thumbtack vs TaskRabbit.
Thumbtack is free for customers and charges pros per lead. TaskRabbit lets you book by hourly rate and adds its fees to your bill. Thumbtack covers a wider range of projects; TaskRabbit is quickest for small hourly tasks like assembly, mounting and moving help.
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At a glance
Thumbtack vs TaskRabbit
Fees on your bill
Thumbtack: None; you pay the pro
Service fee, plus Trust & Support fee in most states
TaskRabbit
What pros pay
Thumbtack: Per lead, win or lose
Fees go on the client's bill
TaskRabbit
How pricing works
Thumbtack: Pros send quotes or prices
Hourly rates shown before booking
TaskRabbit
Side by side
How Thumbtack and TaskRabbit compare
| Thumbtack | TaskRabbit | Job Hound | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fees on your bill | None; you pay the pro | Service fee, plus Trust & Support fee in most states | None |
| What pros pay | Per lead, win or lose | Fees go on the client's bill | Nothing for leads |
| How pricing works | Pros send quotes or prices | Hourly rates shown before booking | Pros quote; typical prices shown when listed |
| Best for | A wide range of projects and services | Small hourly tasks | Everyday home services |
Pick Thumbtack if
- Your job is bigger than a few hours, or you want several quotes
- You need a service TaskRabbit doesn't offer
Pick TaskRabbit if
- You want to book one person by the hour for a small task
- You need moving help or errands
Where Job Hound fits
For home services with no fee on your bill and no lead fee for the pro, try Job Hound. Your request goes to 1 or 3 matched pros.
FAQ
Common questions
Which has lower fees, Thumbtack or TaskRabbit?
Thumbtack adds no fee to your bill; pros pay for leads instead. TaskRabbit adds a service fee and, in most states, a Trust & Support fee to your invoice.
Which is better for handyman work?
TaskRabbit is quick for small hourly tasks. Thumbtack suits bigger jobs where you want quotes. Job Hound handymen quote jobs like TV mounting and drywall repair with no platform fee.
Do Thumbtack pros pay even if they don't get the job?
Yes. Thumbtack charges pros for leads whether or not the job is booked.
Sources
- Housecall Pro, What is Thumbtack and how does it work
- TaskRabbit Support, What's the TaskRabbit Service Fee?
- TaskRabbit Support, What's the Trust & Support Fee?
Last checked 2026-11-11. Platforms change their pricing and policies; check each site for current details.
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