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17hats Alternative
The 17hats Alternative for Agency Quote-to-Cash
17hats is a strong CRM for many service businesses. Agency teams often need deeper quote-to-cash workflows with AI-assisted quoting, contract automation, and project profitability controls.
Tillage vs. 17hats: Side-by-Side
| Feature | Tillage | 17hats |
|---|---|---|
| AI-Powered Quote Generation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Custom AI Prompt Controls | ✓ Tailor quote voice and style | Varies by platform |
| Contract Workflow from Accepted Quote | ✓ Automated | Template-driven |
| Built-in eSignatures | ✓ Included in contract flow | Varies by platform |
| Project Profitability Tracking | ✓ Real-time | Basic |
| Margin Guardrails (Variance + Profit Targets) | ✓ Built-in | Manual setup |
| Built For | Agencies | Service businesses |
| Online Payments | ✓ Stripe (cards + ACH) | ✓ |
| Platform Fee Model | ✓ 1% on Free, 0% on Premium | Processing fees apply |
| Convenience Fee Controls | ✓ Optional convenience fees to offset processing | Varies by platform |
| Recurring Invoices | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automated Payment Schedules | ✓ Installment, recurring, milestone, percentage | Varies by platform |
| Auto-Seeded Invoices from Schedule | ✓ Generated automatically | Varies by platform |
| Import 17hats Data | ✓ Easy import | N/A |
| Free Plan | ✓ Forever | Trial available |
| Pricing Model | Free + Premium | Tiered paid plans |
Why Agencies Switch from 17hats to Tillage
Built for Agency Complexity
17hats is designed for service businesses with simple workflows. Tillage is built for agencies with complex projects, team collaboration, and sophisticated client needs.
AI-Powered Quoting
Stop manually creating quotes. Tillage's AI suggests line items, calculates profitability, and ensures you never undercharge—saving hours per quote.
Real-Time Profitability
See project profit margins instantly, not buried in reports. Track which services are most profitable and adjust your pricing strategy accordingly.
Easy Data Import
We have a direct integration to import your 17hats data. Bring your clients, projects, and history with you—no manual data entry required.
Seamless Migration from 17hats
We support direct import from 17hats. Bring your client data and start using Tillage in minutes.
💡 Ready to migrate from 17hats? Contact us and we'll help you import your data.
Trust and Reliability Signals
Tillage combines secure Stripe-powered checkout, predictable pricing, and quote guardrails so agency teams can bill with more confidence.
- Stripe-powered payment flow
- Transparent free-to-premium upgrade path
- Built-in profitability safeguards
- Team-friendly quote and invoice workflows
Agency Use Cases
Campaign Teams
Quote quickly for fixed or mixed-scope campaigns while protecting margin targets.
Ops-Focused Agencies
Keep billing data, quote history, and profitability reports in one operational workflow.
Common Questions and Objections
Is Tillage better than 17hats for agencies?
Tillage is designed around agency quote-to-cash workflows, including profitability controls and team-friendly billing operations.
Can I import data from 17hats?
Yes. You can migrate in stages by importing clients and active work before moving your full invoicing process.
What if my team is not ready to switch fully?
Start on the free plan, run one project end to end, and expand once your team is comfortable with the workflow.
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