Scheduling
See Every Building, Crew and Shift.
Weekly schedules by account and cleaner, searchable by customer or employee.
Cinch vs Janitorial Manager: Compare Tools for Running Your Cleaning Company
Compare pricing, available features, and how each platform supports the work of running a commercial cleaning company.
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Jump to the ComparisonCinch vs Janitorial Manager: Quick Comparison
Janitorial Manager is established operations software for building service contractors. Cinch connects bidding, sales and operations at a published price.
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| Category | Cinch | Janitorial Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $89/mo, or $70/mo billed yearly ($840/yr) | Not published; contact sales or book a demo |
| Users included | 10 users included | Not publicly confirmed |
| Bidding | Commercial cleaning bidding calculator included | Work loading and bidding |
| Proposal builder | Included | Not publicly confirmed |
| CRM & sales pipeline | Included, with real-time notifications | Not publicly confirmed |
| Scheduling | Weekly schedule by building and cleaner | Included, with location reminders |
| Time tracking | Geofenced clock in/out from the phone, with live employee locations | Multiple clock-in options |
| Payroll reporting | Employee hours, timecards, overtime, PTO, attendance and travel-time reports | Not publicly confirmed |
| Inspections | Area-by-area ratings with notes and photos | Inspections app |
| Work orders | Assign to employees, attach files and photos | Work order management |
| Mobile access | iOS and Android app | JM Connect mobile app |
| Free trial | 7 days, credit card required | Not publicly confirmed |
How the pricing compares
Janitorial Manager doesn't publish prices, so a direct cost comparison isn't possible. Cinch's price is public: $89/mo, or $70/mo billed yearly.
Product features, pricing, and availability may change. Information is based on publicly available materials reviewed on October 24, 2026. "Not publicly confirmed" means we couldn't find it in Janitorial Manager's public materials — not that Janitorial Manager lacks it. Sources: Janitorial Manager website. Cinch details: Cinch pricing.
Why Cinch Takes a Different Approach
Built From Real Commercial Cleaning Experience
Cinch was created from firsthand experience building and operating an eight-figure commercial cleaning company.
Connect the Work
Bring bidding, proposals, customers, scheduling, and daily operations into a more connected workflow.
Designed Around Commercial Cleaning
Use tools developed with the needs of janitorial and commercial cleaning companies in mind.
See Cinch in Action
Inspections
Inspect Every Area.
Rate each area Good, Needs Work or Does Not Meet Standard, with notes and photos.
Work orders
Assign and Track Work Orders.
Log the issue, pick the customer, assign an employee and attach files or photos.
Which Platform Might Be Right for You?
Consider Cinch If...
- You want to see the price up front: $89/mo with 10 users.
- You want proposals, a CRM and a sales pipeline alongside bidding.
- You want to start on your own with a 7-day trial, or take a 15-minute demo.
- You run a growing commercial cleaning company and want one simple plan.
Consider Janitorial Manager If...
- You need a client portal so customers can see the work being done.
- You manage inventory and supply ordering across many locations.
- You run in-house cleaning teams or health care facilities.
- You want a sales-led setup with training and support.
Built by Commercial Cleaners. For Commercial Cleaners.
Edwin Eaton started in commercial cleaning and built iPro Building Services into an eight-figure commercial cleaning company. Cinch is shaped by the real-world systems and experience behind that company.
- 20+ Years in Commercial Cleaning
- Eight-Figure Cleaning Company (iPro)
- 4× Inc. 5000 (iPro)
Customer stories
Hear From a Commercial Cleaning Owner Using Cinch
See why commercial cleaning business owners are choosing Cinch to simplify their operations, improve their bidding process, and grow their companies.
Karla Carpio
Quality Plus Building Services
“Cinch gave my business everything we were looking for”
Cinch vs Janitorial Manager: Common Questions
Both cover janitorial operations like scheduling, timekeeping, inspections and work orders. Cinch adds proposals, a CRM and a sales pipeline at a published price. Janitorial Manager offers a client portal and supply management.
Janitorial Manager lists work loading and bidding. We didn't find a proposal builder in its public materials.
Both include an inspections app. Book a demo to see how Cinch's inspections connect to your work orders.
Janitorial Manager doesn't publish pricing; you contact sales. Cinch is $89/mo with 10 users.
Yes, a 7-day free trial. A credit card is required to start. You can also book a free 15-minute demo.
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See Whether Cinch Is the Right Fit for Your Business
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