Bug HQ vs Gorilla Desk
Gorilla Desk is a solid general pest platform. But if your company does WDO inspections, termite work, or fumigation, you need Bug HQ. WDO reports, state-specific forms, fumigation workflows, and termite bond management are not features you can get from Gorilla Desk.
Get a free demoFeature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | Bug HQ | Gorilla Desk |
|---|---|---|
| AI Report Writer | ✅ Included | ❌ Not available |
| AI Photo Analysis | ✅ Included | ❌ Not available |
| BugBot AI Assistant | ✅ Included | ❌ Not available |
| AI Business Insights | ✅ Included | ❌ Not available |
| Satellite Diagram Import | ✅ Included | ❌ Not available |
| WDO Inspections | ✅ Built-in (all 50 states) | ❌ Not available |
| State-specific WDO forms | ✅ All 50 states | ❌ Not available |
| E-signatures | ✅ Included | ✅ Included |
| Fumigation management | ✅ Full workflow | ❌ Not available |
| Chemical tracking | ✅ EPA-compliant | ⚠️ Basic |
| Customer portal | ✅ White-label | ✅ Branded |
| QuickBooks sync | ✅ Included | ✅ Included |
| Field app (offline) | ✅ Fully offline | ✅ Available |
| Route optimization | ✅ Included | ✅ Included |
| Termite bonds & contracts | ✅ With renewal reminders | ⚠️ Basic |
| Setup fee | ❌ None | ❌ None |
| Contract required | ❌ Month-to-month | ❌ Month-to-month |
| Starting price | $99/mo | ~$85/mo |
Why WDO inspectors choose Bug HQ over Gorilla Desk
WDO Inspections
Bug HQ generates state-compliant WDO reports in minutes. Gorilla Desk has no WDO inspection capability — it's built for general pest routes, not structural inspections.
Termite Work
Termite bonds, liquid treatment records, and fumigation workflows are all built into Bug HQ. If you do termite work, you need a platform designed for it.
Regulatory Compliance
EPA-compliant chemical tracking, state-specific inspection forms, and fumigant application records are included in Bug HQ. They're not in Gorilla Desk.
Similar Price, More Capability
Bug HQ and Gorilla Desk are priced similarly. For companies doing any termite or WDO work, Bug HQ delivers significantly more relevant features for the same investment.
Bug HQ has REAL AI. Gorilla Desk has none.
Gorilla Desk has zero AI features. Bug HQ ships 8 AI capabilities available today — included in every plan, no add-on fee.
Write complete WDO report narratives in seconds from your findings.
Take a photo — AI identifies pests, damage, and conducive conditions.
Ask any pest control question and get expert answers instantly, 24/7.
AI analyzes your data and gives specific, actionable recommendations.
See what you're missing
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