Payaca vs Jumptech
Two different approaches to clean tech installation software
Both platforms serve solar, heat pump, EV, and battery installers - but for different business models. Here's how to decide which fits your business.
Payaca
All-in-one platform for installers who want to own their customer relationships and grow their brand.
- Full operations platform including servicing
- Branded proposals and customer portal
- DNO via ENA Connect, MCS documentation
- Design tool integrations (EasyPV, OpenSolar, Heatpunk)
Jumptech
Platform connecting energy retailers and OEMs with installer networks for scaled deployment.
- Work allocation from energy retailers
- Used by EDF, automotive OEMs
- Compliance data capture and commissioning
- Not designed for your own sales pipeline
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Payaca | Jumptech |
|---|---|---|
| Primary User | Independent installers running their own business | Installer networks working for energy retailers and OEMs |
| Business Model | You own your customer relationships and brand | You fulfil work for energy retailers (EDF, OEMs, dealers) |
| CRM & Sales | Full CRM with lead management, pipeline tracking, proposals | Work allocation from retailer/OEM partners, not lead generation |
| Quoting & Proposals | Build branded proposals with multi-option quotes and e-signatures | Pricing typically set by the retailer/OEM partner |
| Compliance & DNO | DNO applications via ENA Connect, MCS documentation | DNO data capture and compliance tracking for network installs |
| Field Operations | Mobile app with offline mode, job management, custom forms | Mobile tools for commissioning and compliance data capture |
| Customer Portal | Your branded portal for customers to track progress and pay | Customer journey managed by the retailer/OEM |
| Industry Focus | Solar, heat pumps, battery storage, EV chargers | Solar, heat pumps, battery storage, EV chargers |
| Integrations | EasyPV, OpenSolar, Heatpunk, QuickBooks, Xero, plus OpenAPI | Integrations with energy retailers, OEMs, automotive dealers |
Primary User
Independent installers running their own business
Installer networks working for energy retailers and OEMs
Business Model
You own your customer relationships and brand
You fulfil work for energy retailers (EDF, OEMs, dealers)
CRM & Sales
Full CRM with lead management, pipeline tracking, proposals
Work allocation from retailer/OEM partners, not lead generation
Quoting & Proposals
Build branded proposals with multi-option quotes and e-signatures
Pricing typically set by the retailer/OEM partner
Compliance & DNO
DNO applications via ENA Connect, MCS documentation
DNO data capture and compliance tracking for network installs
Field Operations
Mobile app with offline mode, job management, custom forms
Mobile tools for commissioning and compliance data capture
Customer Portal
Your branded portal for customers to track progress and pay
Customer journey managed by the retailer/OEM
Industry Focus
Solar, heat pumps, battery storage, EV chargers
Solar, heat pumps, battery storage, EV chargers
Integrations
EasyPV, OpenSolar, Heatpunk, QuickBooks, Xero, plus OpenAPI
Integrations with energy retailers, OEMs, automotive dealers
Which is right for you?
Choose Payaca if:
- You want to build your own brand and customer base
- You generate your own leads and need sales tools
- You want branded proposals and customer portal
- You need design tool integrations (EasyPV, Heatpunk)
Consider Jumptech if:
- You want to join installer networks for energy retailers
- You prefer allocated work over generating your own leads
- You work primarily with OEMs and automotive dealers
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the main difference between Payaca and Jumptech?
- Payaca is for installers running their own business - you generate leads, create proposals, manage customers, and build your brand. Jumptech is a platform that connects energy retailers and OEMs with installer networks - you receive allocated work rather than generating your own leads. They serve different business models.
- Which is better for growing my installation business?
- It depends on your business model. Payaca is an operational platform for managing leads, proposals, jobs, and customers - whether those leads come from your own efforts or from energy suppliers. Payaca works with energy retailers like OVO and British Gas directly. Jumptech is a network platform that allocates work from retailers to installers.
- Which platforms handle MCS and DNO compliance?
- Both platforms support compliance requirements. Payaca integrates with ENA Connect for DNO applications and helps generate MCS documentation. Jumptech captures DNO data and ensures compliance for installations done through their network.
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