2026 Comparison
hipages vs Service.com.au for Kitchen Renovations
Comparing Australia's two leading trade marketplaces for finding kitchen renovation contractors. Which platform gets you better quotes faster?
Price Comparison
Side-by-side pricing for matching kitchen renovation services
| Service | hipages (Trade Marketplace) | Service.com.au (Trade Marketplace) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Flat Pack Install (via hipages) | $3,500 | N/A | — |
| Custom Cabinetry (via hipages joiner) | $22,000 | N/A | — |
| Benchtop Installation (labour only) | $700 | N/A | — |
| Tile Splashback (via hipages tiler) | $1,200 | N/A | — |
| Kitchen Plumbing (via hipages plumber) | $1,400 | N/A | — |
| Kitchen Electrical (via hipages electrician) | $1,200 | N/A | — |
| Kitchen Renovation (standard, via platform) | N/A | $21,000 | — |
| Cabinet Installation (via joiner) | N/A | $3,800 | — |
| Benchtop Supply & Install | N/A | $1,700 | — |
| Splashback (tiles, via tiler) | N/A | $1,300 | — |
| Kitchen Plumbing | N/A | $1,450 | — |
| Kitchen Electrical | N/A | $1,350 | — |
Pros & Cons
hipages (Trade Marketplace)
- ✓Free to use for homeowners — no fees to post a job or receive quotes
- ✓All tradies are verified with licence checks and reviews
- ✓Competitive quotes from multiple local tradies on every job
- ✓Best option for managing a kitchen renovation with separate trades
- ✓Covers all trades needed for a full kitchen renovation
- ✗No project management — you coordinate all trades yourself
- ✗Quote quality and accuracy varies between tradies
- ✗You need to know what you want before posting jobs
- ✗Not suitable for those wanting a full design-and-install service
Service.com.au (Trade Marketplace)
- ✓Upfront pricing estimates before requesting quotes
- ✓All listed tradies are verified and reviewed
- ✓Easy-to-use platform with clear job posting process
- ✓Covers all trades required for a full kitchen renovation
- ✓Good coverage in metro and some regional areas
- ✗Smaller tradie pool than hipages — may receive fewer quotes in regional areas
- ✗No project management service — homeowner coordinates all trades
- ✗Platform is less established than hipages with fewer user reviews
- ✗Pricing estimates may not reflect current market rates in all areas
Our Verdict
hipages has a larger tradie pool — you're more likely to get 3 quotes quickly, especially in regional areas. Service.com.au's upfront pricing estimates add transparency before you even request quotes, which helps with budgeting. For kitchen renovations requiring multiple trades (joiner, plumber, electrician, tiler), hipages's broader network is an advantage. Service.com.au suits those who want price certainty before engaging tradies.
Use hipages if you want the largest possible pool of qualified tradies and quick quote turnaround. Use Service.com.au if you value upfront pricing estimates and a more structured quoting process. Many homeowners use both platforms simultaneously to maximise their quote pool.
Comparison FAQ
hipages (Trade Marketplace) is approximately 2% cheaper on average across comparable services. However, prices vary significantly by service type — always compare the specific service you need.
hipages (Trade Marketplace) offers 6 listed services, while Service.com.au (Trade Marketplace) offers 6 listed services.
Use hipages if you want the largest possible pool of qualified tradies and quick quote turnaround. Use Service.com.au if you value upfront pricing estimates and a more structured quoting process. Many homeowners use both platforms simultaneously to maximise their quote pool.
hipages (Trade Marketplace) covers: Australia-wide — all states and territories, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and more. Service.com.au (Trade Marketplace) covers: Australia-wide, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and more.