Why Subscription Models Are Entering the On-Demand Service Space
Anurag Jain
Subscription-based models are quietly reshaping the on-demand economy. In sectors like home services, where recurring needs are common, this shift is creating powerful advantages, more predictable revenue, higher user retention, and streamlined service operations. Whether you’re exploring a white-label UrbanClap app or planning to launch …
Common Myths About On-Demand Service Platforms
Booking a cleaner, plumber, or beauty service shouldn’t take more effort than ordering a pizza. That’s the standard users expect today, and on-demand home services apps are delivering. But if you’re thinking about launching your own home services platform, chances are you’ve heard some outdated …
New TaskRabbit App Features Every Startup Founder Must Know
So you’ve got a big idea, a dream team, and caffeine running through your veins, but your “next big thing” in the service marketplace space won’t launch itself. If you’re eyeing a TaskRabbit-style app, knowing the right features isn’t optional; it’s survival. With the gig …
Top 10 Custom Features for Your Services Marketplace in 2025
Scrolling through service apps in 2025 feels like flipping through Netflix—so many options, but only a few actually “get you.” Suppose you’re building a scalable services marketplace. In that case, standing out isn’t just about a sleek logo or a flashy tagline—it’s about custom features that Gen Z …
Do Service Marketplaces Need Both Website and Mobile Apps?
Let’s be real, if your service marketplace only lives on one platform, it’s ghosting half your audience. Whether you’re booking a cleaner, hiring a handyman, or finding a freelance designer, Gen Z and Millennials expect convenience everywhere, whether web or mobile. And if you’re not …
Should Your Service Marketplace Target a Niche or Go Broad?
Ever heard the saying, “Jack of all trades, master of none”? Yeah, that’s basically the tea when it comes to building a service marketplace. Whether you’re launching the next TaskRabbit or aiming to be the Fiverr for pet psychics (hey, no judgment), choosing between niche …
Beta Testing Your Task Marketplace: Why It’s Crucial & How to Do It
“You wouldn’t launch a spaceship without a countdown, so why launch your home service platform without beta testing?” If you’re building the next big service economy platform like Tasrabbit, skipping beta testing is like handing out keys to a house that’s still under construction. Beta …
TaskRabbit vs Thumbtack vs Handy: Which Model to Replicate?
So you’re thinking of building the next big service marketplace—but stuck wondering which model to swipe? Totally get it. TaskRabbit, Thumbtack, and Handy have each carved their turf in the $800B+ home services economy, but they run on very different engines under the hood. One’s …
15 Benefits of Hyperlocal Targeting for App like TaskRabbit
In today’s fast-paced on-demand economy, launching an app like TaskRabbit—which connects users with skilled freelancers for tasks like home repairs, moving, or cleaning—requires more than just an innovative platform. Entrepreneurs need to implement a marketing strategy that ensures their app reaches the right audience efficiently. …
The Technology Stack You Need to Build a TaskRabbit-Like App
Imagine you need a last-minute plumber or a cleaner at home. You pull out your phone, open an app like TaskRabbit, and within minutes, you’ve found the right professional to help. This convenience is why the on-demand home services industry is expected to exceed $335 …
