InspectPro vs HomeGauge
HomeGauge is a well-established US home inspection software platform with a large template library and desktop companion tools. InspectPro is built mobile-first for NZ and AU inspectors. Here's how they compare for building inspection reporting.
InspectPro vs HomeGauge at a Glance
| Feature | InspectPro | HomeGauge |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | NZ & AU building inspectors | US home inspectors |
| Report format | Professional branded PDF | Interactive web report (HTML) with PDF option |
| Photo annotations | Full annotation tools on-device | Photo markup via desktop companion software |
| NZ/AU standards | Sections and preset comments aligned with NZS 4306, Healthy Homes, AS 4349 | US standards only — no NZ/AU support |
| Pricing | Simple App Store subscription | Annual licence + per-report fees on some plans |
| Platform | iOS (iPhone & iPad) — fully mobile | Windows desktop + mobile companion app |
| Desktop required | No — complete everything on your phone | Yes — desktop software for report writing and templates |
| Template library | Customisable sections with NZ/AU preset comments | Large US template library (InterNACHI, ASHI) |
| Offline mode | Full offline support | Desktop software works offline; mobile varies |
Mobile-first vs desktop-first workflow
HomeGauge was built in the desktop era. Its core report-writing tool is Windows-based software, with a companion mobile app (HomeGauge Companion) used to collect data on-site that syncs back to the desktop for final report assembly. This two-step workflow means you inspect on your phone or tablet, then return to your computer to finish and deliver the report. InspectPro takes a different approach — the entire workflow lives on your iPhone. Create the inspection, capture photos, annotate findings, write your report, and deliver it as a professional PDF, all from the property. No desktop required, no syncing step, no second device.
NZ and AU standards vs US-only templates
HomeGauge offers an extensive template library built around US inspection standards — InterNACHI SOP, ASHI, and state-specific requirements. It is a mature, well-regarded tool in the North American market. However, it has no built-in support for NZ or AU standards. If you inspect to NZS 4306, Healthy Homes Standards, or AS 4349, you would need to build your templates from scratch. InspectPro provides customisable sections with preset comments referencing NZ and AU standards out of the box, with structure and terminology that match how local inspectors work.
Report delivery and client experience
HomeGauge pioneered interactive HTML reports through its HomeGauge Dashboard, which allows clients to view findings in a web browser with filtering, photo galleries, and summary views. It also offers a Create Request List (CRL) feature that lets buyers build a repair request directly from the report. These are genuinely useful features for the US real estate workflow. In NZ and AU, the market expectation is different — agents, lawyers, and insurance companies expect a downloadable PDF they can file, print, and share. InspectPro produces clean, branded PDFs that match this local expectation.
Template depth and customisation
HomeGauge deserves credit for its template library — it has been building and refining templates for over two decades. US inspectors can choose from a wide range of pre-built templates and customise them extensively in the desktop software. InspectPro offers a customisable section structure with preset comments referencing NZ and AU standards. You can add, remove, and reorder sections to suit any inspection type, and configure everything directly on your phone without needing a computer.
Pricing and licensing
HomeGauge uses an annual licensing model for its desktop software, with some plans adding per-report fees for interactive web reports. The upfront cost for the desktop licence plus ongoing fees can add up, especially for solo inspectors. InspectPro offers a straightforward subscription through the App Store — no annual desktop licence, no per-report charges, and no separate fees for report delivery. Unlimited inspections and reports are included.
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The Verdict
HomeGauge is a mature, feature-rich platform that has served the US home inspection industry well for over two decades. Its template library, interactive reports, and Create Request List feature are genuinely impressive for the North American market. If you inspect primarily in the US, HomeGauge remains a strong choice.
For NZ and AU building inspectors, the picture is different. HomeGauge's US-only standards, desktop-dependent workflow, and report formats designed for American real estate transactions create friction for inspectors working in the Australasian market. InspectPro is built from the ground up for NZ and AU — local standards, mobile-first workflow, professional PDFs that match market expectations, and simple pricing without desktop licences or per-report fees.
If your inspections happen in New Zealand or Australia and you want to complete and deliver reports entirely from your phone, InspectPro is the purpose-built tool for the job.
Comparison based on publicly available information as of April 2026. Competitor features and pricing are subject to change.