Never pay per lead.
Ever.
Bark and Rated People charge you every time you reply to a job — even if you don't win it. Obair Bhaile doesn't. One flat subscription. Unlimited replies. Direct client relationships.
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How we compare
| Feature | Obair Bhaile | Bark.com | Rated People |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost to respond to a job | Included in subscription | €3–€15 per lead credit | €2–€10 per lead credit |
| Cost if you don't win the job | €0 | Credits gone, no refund | Credits gone, no refund |
| Monthly subscription | From €49/month | Optional top-up only | Optional top-up only |
| Direct messaging with client | ✓ Always free | After paying for lead | After paying for lead |
| Verified badge | ✓ Real credential check | Self-reported only | Self-reported only |
| Portfolio & profile page | ✓ Shareable public URL | Basic listing | Basic listing |
| AI quote assistant | ✓ Included | ✗ | ✗ |
| Business tools (CRM, calendar, invoices) | ✓ Obair+ plan | ✗ | ✗ |
| Irish market focus | ✓ Built for Ireland | UK-first | UK-first |
Built for Irish tradespeople
Never pay per lead
One flat subscription. Respond to every job that matches you. Never lose money just for replying.
Verified badge that means something
We check your RECI, RGII, CIF or other credentials. Homeowners trust verified trades — and verified trades get more work.
Built for your phone
New job in your area? You're notified instantly. Reply with a quote in under a minute, right from your phone.
Direct relationships
No middlemen. You message the homeowner directly, agree the scope and price, and get paid on completion.
Run your whole business
Obair+ gives you a CRM, calendar, invoicing, team tools, and timesheets. Everything in one place.
Your own shareable profile
A public profile page with your work photos, reviews, and verified badges. Share it on WhatsApp or Instagram.
Up and running in minutes
Sign up free
Create your profile in 5 minutes. Add your trade, county, and a short description.
Get verified
Upload your certs. Our team reviews them and your verified badge goes live.
Receive job requests
Homeowners in your area contact you directly. No bidding, no credits.
Agree and get paid
Message the client, agree the price and date, complete the job, get paid securely.
The Irish market is different
In Ireland, you are in demand. You don't need to bid against 10 others for every job. Obair Bhaile is designed for a market where skilled tradespeople set the terms — not race to the bottom on price.
No GPS tracking. No fixed pricing. No race-to-the-bottom reviews. Just a professional platform that helps you find the right clients and run your business properly.
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