CityTroops Alternative:
field execution without a monthly per-user fee
PMR charges per visit completed. You pay only for what your field team executes. Public pricing, no contract required, built for trade marketing.
PMR vs CityTroops:
feature by feature
CityTroops is a European field execution platform focused on brand activation and task management. PMR charges per completed visit with public pricing, same-day onboarding, and no minimum contract.
| Feature | CityTroops | PMR Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Billing model | Monthly subscription per user | Pay-per-visit (pay only for completed visits) |
| Public pricing | No public pricing | ✓ From $0.40/visit, with volume tiers |
| Idle cost | Pays even when reps are inactive | ✓ Zero idle cost: no visit, no charge |
| Contract | Minimum contract required | ✓ No minimum contract |
| Mobile app (iOS & Android) | ✓ | ✓ |
| GPS check-in | ✓ | ✓ Geotagged check-in/out with photo |
| Checklists | ✓ (task-focused) | ✓ Configurable by chain, banner or store type |
| Real-time reports | ✓ | ✓ Dashboard with filters by rep, region and period |
| AI image recognition | Not available | ✓ Add-on available |
| Support | European business hours | ✓ Dedicated support |
| Language | English / Dutch | ✓ EN / ES / PT |
| Onboarding | Paid implementation | App live on day one, free onboarding |
| Ideal team size | Mid-to-large brand activation teams | Any size, from 5 to 500+ reps |
Information about CityTroops based on publicly available data from review sites and the company's official website. Prices and conditions may vary.
The model that makes
the numbers actually work
For field teams that need predictable costs and fast deployment, PMR offers pay-per-visit pricing, dedicated English support, and zero idle cost: no fixed fees, no lock-in.
Pay only for visits that happen
CityTroops charges monthly per user even when activation campaigns are paused. PMR zero cost in idle periods: no visit, no charge.
Public pricing before any sales call
CityTroops requires a commercial proposal to discover pricing. PMR from $0.40/visit, calculable before any conversation.
Built for Latin America, supported in English
CityTroops is designed for European markets. PMR is built for the trade marketing reality of LatAm with dedicated English, Spanish, and Portuguese support.
Pricing you can calculate
before signing anything
No commercial proposal required to discover the price. Your operation cost is predictable from day one.
Volume policy
The more visits, the lower the per-visit cost. Pricing starts from $0.40 per visit for initial volumes and decreases progressively as the operation scales.
- ✓ No monthly minimum fee
- ✓ No charge for inactive reps
- ✓ No minimum lock-in period
AI-powered Add-ons
PMR offers optional Add-ons to extend field operation capabilities. AI modules enable in-store image recognition, shelf analysis and automatic stockout detection from photos.
- ✦ AI image recognition at point of sale
- ✦ Automated share-of-shelf analysis
- ✦ Photo-based stockout detection with real-time alerts
Questions from teams
considering a switch
Does PMR replace all CityTroops features?
PMR covers GPS check-in, digital checklists, geotagged photos, real-time reports and stockout tracking. CityTroops focuses on task management and brand activation across markets. For teams that prioritize PDV execution with predictable costs, PMR delivers faster onboarding. AI image recognition is available as an Add-on.
How does migration from CityTroops to PMR work?
No complex technical integration needed. Field reps install the app, managers configure checklists, and visits can be tracked on day one. Our team supports onboarding at no extra cost.
What is the cost difference between CityTroops and PMR?
CityTroops charges a monthly per-user fee regardless of visits completed. PMR charges per visit executed, from $0.40. For operations with volume variation or reps who don't always reach capacity, pay-per-visit is significantly more cost-effective.
Does PMR require a minimum contract?
No. PMR's pay-per-visit model requires no lock-in period or minimum commitment. You use as much as your operation needs and pay proportionally. Volume discounts apply: higher visit volumes get lower per-visit rates. Request a quote to see the full tier table.
Does CityTroops work for Latin American markets?
CityTroops is a European platform, primarily designed for markets in the EU and North America. PMR was built for the trade marketing reality of Latin America, with native support in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and a pricing model in local currency.
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