After installing TRUEHOUR, you'll create a free account with your email and a password, add your first machine, enter your costs step-by-step, and see your true hourly O&O rate in under 10 minutes. Your data syncs securely to the cloud during your 30 days of full access.
What Happens After You Install TRUEHOUR?
A clear, step-by-step guide to getting your first true cost calculation.
Your First 10 Minutes with TRUEHOUR
1. Download & Open
Install from the App Store or Google Play. Open the app and create a free account with your email and a password. You start with 30 days of full access — no credit card required.
2. Add Your First Machine
Tap "Add Machine" and enter your machine's info: manufacturer, model, year, and purchase price. TRUEHOUR guides you through each field with clear explanations.
3. Enter Your Costs
Work through the cost sections: Owning costs (depreciation, insurance, interest), Operating costs (fuel, maintenance, repairs), and Overhead allocation. Don't know a number? TRUEHOUR's AI can help estimate it.
4. See Your True O&O Rate
Once costs are entered, TRUEHOUR calculates your hourly Owning & Operating cost instantly. This is your true cost—the number you need before setting any price.
5. Estimate Your First Job
Use the Job Estimator to quote work with confidence. Enter estimated hours, and TRUEHOUR shows you exactly what you need to charge to cover costs—and what margin you'll make at different rates.
What Can You Do on Day One?
During Your 30 Days of Full Access
- • Machine profiles with full equipment details
- • Complete O&O cost calculation
- • Business overhead calculation
- • Cost-per-hour visibility
- • Unlimited machines and every Pro feature
After 30 Days, With TRUEHOUR Pro
- • Expense tracking and summaries
- • Job tracking with actual vs estimated
- • AI Job Analysis
- • Break-even and profitability tools
- • Benchmark contribution and insights
- • Cloud backup and cross-device sync
Common Questions After Installing
Do I need to create an account?
Yes. You'll create a free account with your email and a password when you first open the app — no credit card required. Your account keeps your data secure and enables cloud sync and backup during your 30 days of full access and with Pro.
What if I don't know all my costs?
TRUEHOUR's AI assistant can help estimate costs you're unsure about based on equipment type, region, and industry data. You can always refine numbers later as you learn more.
How long does setup really take?
Most users complete their first machine profile in 5-10 minutes. If you have your purchase documents, insurance costs, and fuel receipts handy, it's even faster.
Can I add more machines later?
Yes. During your 30 days of full access you can add unlimited machines. TRUEHOUR Pro keeps unlimited machines after 30 days—perfect if you have multiple pieces of equipment or a growing fleet.
Have more questions? Check our complete FAQ.
Ready to Know Your True Cost?
See exactly how TRUEHOUR calculates your O&O rate before you download.