Comparison
Skimmer vs Pool360 — and where Ruunly fits for pool service
Skimmer and Pool360 are both pool-service-specific platforms, but they serve different parts of the business. Skimmer focuses on route management and field tech operations. Pool360 is a distribution and supply procurement platform by SCP Distributors. If you are comparing them as software tools for running a pool service business, they are not direct apples-to-apples competitors.
Skimmer
Skimmer Getting Started plan: $1.00 per serviced location/month, $49/mo minimum. Scaling Up plan: $2.00/location, $98/mo minimum.
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$19/mo
website + billing + portal
Pool360
Pool360 by SCP Distributors is a supply ordering and route management platform. Pricing is not publicly listed — contact SCP for current rates.
SourceWhere each platform wins
Skimmer is best for
Purpose-built route ops software
Skimmer is a standalone route management and field ops platform with customer portals, chemical logging, and service texts. It is designed as the primary software system for a pool service business.
Transparent public pricing
Skimmer publishes per-location pricing on their website. Pool360's pricing is not publicly listed.
Ruunly is best for
Flat pricing with no per-location ratchet
Skimmer bills $1.00-$2.00 per serviced location per month. Ruunly charges a flat monthly rate regardless of how many pools or customers you service.
Bring your own Stripe account
Skimmer controls the payment processor setup. Ruunly connects to your own Stripe account — your payouts, your control.
Website and client portal included
Neither Skimmer nor Pool360 includes a website builder or a full membership plan enrollment flow. Ruunly ships with both.
Pool360 is best for
Integrated supply ordering
Pool360 is built by SCP Distributors to integrate supply ordering directly with route management. If you order chemicals and parts through SCP, Pool360 can tie your orders to your jobs.
SCP distributor relationships
For pool service operators who rely on SCP as their primary distributor, Pool360 can streamline supply chain and job management in one place.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Skimmer | Ruunly | Pool360 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | |||
| Starting price | $49/mo minimum (Getting Started)[src] | $19/mo | Not publicly listed — contact SCP[src] |
| Scaling pricing model | $1.00/location (Getting Started), $2.00/location (Scaling Up)[src] | Flat monthly tiers | Not publicly disclosed[src] |
| Use your own Stripe account | Cannot use existing Stripe account — Skimmer-controlled setup[src] | Tenant-owned Stripe Connect | Not publicly documented[src] |
| Website | |||
| Website builder | Not available[src] | AI-built service site | Not available[src] |
| Operations | |||
| Route management | Route builder + optimizer + map scheduling[src] | Job scheduling | Route management included[src] |
| Pool chemical logging | Water readings, dosages, LSI, installed items[src] | Chemical and supply tracking via SCP integration[src] | |
| Supply ordering integration | Not a primary feature[src] | SCP distributor integration[src] | |
| Billing | |||
| Recurring service plan billing | Recurring billing via Skimmer-controlled Stripe[src] | Plans + autopay, all tiers | Not a primary feature[src] |
| Best for | |||
| Ideal use case | Established pool service routes, field ops | New and small pool service operators, plan-first billing | Pool service companies using SCP as primary distributor |
Common questions
Are Skimmer and Pool360 direct competitors?
Not exactly. Skimmer is a standalone field-service and route management platform. Pool360 was built by SCP Distributors primarily around supply ordering and integrates route management as a complement to purchasing from SCP. If you are choosing a primary software system for running your pool service route, Skimmer is the more directly relevant comparison.
What does Ruunly offer that Skimmer and Pool360 don't?
Ruunly includes an AI-built service website, flat monthly pricing (no per-location billing ratchet), and a client portal where customers manage their active service plan and billing. Ruunly also connects to your own Stripe account directly. Neither Skimmer nor Pool360 includes a website builder. Ruunly does not have deep pool-specific chemical logging or route optimization — Skimmer is stronger there.
Can I switch from Skimmer to Ruunly?
Yes, though Skimmer does not have a bulk data export wizard. You will need to manually export your customer list. Ruunly's AI builds your website during signup and the CSV importer brings your customers in. If deep pool chemical logging and route optimization are critical to your operation, evaluate whether Ruunly's feature set covers your needs before switching.
Sources
Comparison facts last verified against Skimmer and Pool360's public pages on . Pricing and features can change — always confirm on the vendor's own site before switching. If you see something out of date, email [email protected] and we'll fix it.