BlueRoute charges $0/month for pool service software. Every feature included: route optimization, invoicing, unlimited texts, chemical tracking. We make money from payment processing (3% cards, 1% ACH). Compare total costs vs Skimmer and Pool Brain.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can the software actually be free?
We make money when you process payments through BlueRoute: 3% flat on cards, 1% on ACH. That's our entire revenue model. We don't need to charge a subscription because the payment volume from pool service operators sustains the business. The more successful you are, the more successful we are.
Is 3% competitive for payment processing?
Very. Skimmer's effective rate for recurring payments is 3.4% + $0.25 per transaction once you factor in their recurring surcharge. Housecall Pro charges 3.99% for online invoices. And those platforms charge a monthly subscription on top. With BlueRoute, 3% flat is your only cost: no per-transaction fee, no recurring surcharge, no subscription.
Will the rate go up?
Not for Founding Members. When you join as one of our first 100 companies, your rates are locked to your account for life: 3% on cards and 1% on ACH, regardless of what we charge future customers.
Do you support ACH / bank payments?
Yes. ACH payments are 1% for Founding Members, compared to 3% on cards. Most homeowners pay by card, but for customers who prefer bank transfers, that option is built right into BlueRoute Payments.
Is there a contract or commitment?
No contracts, no commitments. You can stop using BlueRoute at any time. We'd rather earn your business every month than trap you with paperwork.
What if I want to use my own payment processor?
BlueRoute is built around BlueRoute Payments. It's how we keep the software free. The tradeoff: you get $0/month software with every feature included, and we handle your payment processing. For most pool operators, that's a much better deal than paying $50–200/month for software plus separate processing fees.
Can I import from Skimmer or Pool Brain?
Yes. BlueRoute has import tools for Skimmer and Pool Brain, plus CSV upload for anything else. Most operators are up and running in under an hour. And during the Founding Member period, you have a direct line to the founder for help.
Is my data secure?
Bank-level encryption, automatic backups, and we'll never sell your data. Your customer list is yours, period.
How do payouts work?
Funds from customer payments are deposited directly into your bank account, typically the next business day.
What features are included?
Everything. Route optimization, invoicing and AutoPay, work orders and quoting, unlimited customer texts, LSI calculator, chemical tracking, offline mode, customer portal, equipment tracking, service reports, and more. No feature tiers. No paywalls. Every operator gets every feature.