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Head-to-head · Arborist Software

ArboStar vs Arborgold

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score ArboStar #1 in Arborist Software 7.9/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit ArboStar
Arborgold #2 in Arborist Software 7.8/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Arborgold

ArboStar leads on 0 checks, Arborgold on 1, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreArboStar · 7.9/10
  • Lowest starting priceArborgold · $129/mo

ArboStar scores higher on our rubric for arborist software: 7.9 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #2.

Arborgold is cheaper to start at $129/user/mo against $149/user/mo.

ArboStar is the better fit for tree-care businesses managing broad operations. Arborgold is the better fit for tree-care firms needing CRM, routing, and invoicing.

  • ArboStar fits best

    Tree-care businesses managing broad operations

  • Arborgold fits best

    Tree-care firms needing CRM, routing, and invoicing

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Side by side

Feature ArboStar 7.9/10 Visit ↗ Arborgold 7.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.8
Ranking #1 in Arborist Software #2 in Arborist Software
Best for Tree-care businesses managing broad operations Tree-care firms needing CRM, routing, and invoicing
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $149/mo $129/mo (best)
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7 Email, Phone, Docs · 24/7
Integrations 17 integrations 9 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ArboStar 0/6 · Arborgold 0/6
Work order scheduling Not checked yet Not checked yet
Estimates and proposals Not checked yet Not checked yet
Tree inventory records Not checked yet Not checked yet
Tree risk reports Not checked yet Not checked yet
Offline mobile mode Not checked yet Not checked yet
Route optimization Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Mobile platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Connects estimates, scheduling, dispatch, inventory, and payments
  • Offline mobile app supports field crews
  • Tracks mapped trees, equipment, vehicles, and maintenance
  • Combines estimates, e-signatures, recurring jobs, and visual routing.
  • Crew GPS, time tracking, and mobile apps support field operations.
  • QuickBooks, calendar, email, and messaging integrations connect office workflows.
Cons
  • Starter and Growing monthly costs more than annual billing
  • Enterprise pricing is not stated
  • Broad operations may exceed the needs of a business seeking one focused tool
  • No free plan; Starter begins at $129 per month with annual billing.
  • Monthly billing costs more than the annual-plan monthly equivalent.
  • Higher-tier features such as job costing and tree inventory mapping cost extra.
Our verdict

ArboStar brings customer management, estimates, scheduling, field work, tree inventory, equipment tracking, invoicing, payments, and reporting into one system for tree-care and landscaping businesses. Its scope fits companies coordinating…

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Arborgold brings customer management, estimates and proposals, scheduling, routing, job management, crew tracking, invoicing, and payments into one system for lawn, tree-care, landscaping, and related service companies. Tree-care firms can…

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  1. ArboStarArborist Software 7.9Paid
  2. ArborgoldArborist Software 7.8Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ArboStar — where it wins

    • Connects estimates, scheduling, dispatch, inventory, and payments
    • Offline mobile app supports field crews
    • Tracks mapped trees, equipment, vehicles, and maintenance

    Where it doesn't

    • Starter and Growing monthly costs more than annual billing
    • Enterprise pricing is not stated
    • Broad operations may exceed the needs of a business seeking one focused tool

  • Arborgold — where it wins

    • Combines estimates, e-signatures, recurring jobs, and visual routing.
    • Crew GPS, time tracking, and mobile apps support field operations.
    • QuickBooks, calendar, email, and messaging integrations connect office workflows.

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; Starter begins at $129 per month with annual billing.
    • Monthly billing costs more than the annual-plan monthly equivalent.
    • Higher-tier features such as job costing and tree inventory mapping cost extra.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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