Joist

Easy to use interface: Many reviewers have stated that Joist has an easy-to-use, intuitive interface. Users appreciate the simplicity of the design and how it allows them to find what they need quickly. The straightforward layout makes changing things on the fly a breeze.

Useful features: Multiple users have praised Joist for its excellent system for generating estimates, invoices, and managing payments. They particularly like being able to send estimates electronically for approval and receiving notifications when clients view their email. Reviewers also appreciated the ability to export clients and create custom contracts.

Availability across platforms: Several reviewers have remarked that Joist's availability on both desktop and smartphones is very convenient. They enjoy having access to all of Joist's features on-the-go through their phone or in the office through their computer. Additionally, users appreciate being able to integrate QuickBooks with Joist.

Lack of Features: Many users have expressed disappointment with Joist due to its lack of features. The software fails to provide necessary options for billing and follow-up marketing, scheduling, tracking percentages correctly, and adding photos of an item as an individual item. Some users also wish it had the ability to export information to Excel or other formats.

Poor Integration: Several reviewers have mentioned that the app and desktop versions do not communicate well. This flaw makes it difficult for users who need access across platforms since there is no seamless integration between both.

Limited Payment Options: A significant number of customers complain about the absence of an online payment feature in Joist, which forces them to use checks instead. Additionally, WePay's unreliability and unresponsiveness have caused problems for some users who opt for online payments when they can make them work.