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Head-to-head · Therapy Scheduling Software

Carepatron vs SimplePractice

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Carepatron #4 in Therapy Scheduling Software 9.0/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Carepatron
SimplePractice #5 in Therapy Scheduling Software 8.9/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 5 features Visit SimplePractice

Carepatron leads on 2 checks, SimplePractice on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCarepatron · 9.0/10
  • Lowest starting priceCarepatron · $31/user/mo
  • Free planonly Carepatron
  • Free trialboth

Carepatron scores higher on our rubric for therapy scheduling software: 9.0 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #5.

Carepatron offers free plan; SimplePractice doesn't. Carepatron is cheaper to start at $31/user/mo against $49/user/mo.

Carepatron is the better fit for practices wanting a generous free starting point. SimplePractice is the better fit for solo therapists wanting a complete platform.

  • Carepatron fits best

    Practices wanting a generous free starting point

  • SimplePractice fits best

    Solo therapists wanting a complete platform

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Side by side

Feature Carepatron 9.0/10 Visit ↗ SimplePractice 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.9
Ranking #4 in Therapy Scheduling Software #5 in Therapy Scheduling Software
Best for Practices wanting a generous free starting point Solo therapists wanting a complete platform
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price $31/user/mo (best) $49/mo
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial 14 days 30 days
Free trial length 14 days · no card needed 30 days · no card needed
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat Phone, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA HIPAA, 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Carepatron 1/5 · SimplePractice 1/5
Integrated telehealth ✓ ✓
Client portal Not checked yet Not checked yet
Insurance claims Not checked yet Not checked yet
Payment processing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Calendar sync Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Mobile app coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes unlimited clients, telehealth, portal, payments, and AI notes
  • Covers scheduling, intake, reminders, billing, payments, and workflow automation
  • Available on web, iOS, Android, macOS, and through an API
  • Scheduling, reminders, telehealth, intake, payments, and billing in one platform
  • Client portal supports appointments, payments, messages, and paperwork
  • Web, iOS, and Android apps with calendar integrations
Cons
  • Free plan includes 1 GB of storage
  • Group telehealth and group scheduling start on Plus
  • Roles, permissions, white labeling, and premium support require Advanced
  • No free plan; subscriptions start at $49 per month
  • Appointment reminders and secure messaging begin on Essential
  • Waitlists, group appointments, and additional team members require Plus
Our verdict

Carepatron is cloud-based practice management and EHR software for healthcare and wellness professionals. It brings online booking, appointment scheduling, automated reminders, telehealth, digital intake forms, client messaging, clinical…

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SimplePractice is a cloud-based electronic health record and practice management platform for independent health and wellness professionals. Its audience includes therapists, psychiatrists, speech-language pathologists, and occupational…

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  1. CarepatronTherapy Scheduling Software 9.0Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. SimplePracticeTherapy Scheduling Software 8.930-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Carepatron — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited clients, telehealth, portal, payments, and AI notes
    • Covers scheduling, intake, reminders, billing, payments, and workflow automation
    • Available on web, iOS, Android, macOS, and through an API

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan includes 1 GB of storage
    • Group telehealth and group scheduling start on Plus
    • Roles, permissions, white labeling, and premium support require Advanced

  • SimplePractice — where it wins

    • Scheduling, reminders, telehealth, intake, payments, and billing in one platform
    • Client portal supports appointments, payments, messages, and paperwork
    • Web, iOS, and Android apps with calendar integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; subscriptions start at $49 per month
    • Appointment reminders and secure messaging begin on Essential
    • Waitlists, group appointments, and additional team members require Plus

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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