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Head-to-head · Dental Charting Software

CareStack vs MacPractice

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score CareStack #1 in Dental Charting Software 4.0/10 From $829/mo ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit CareStack
MacPractice #5 in Dental Charting Software 3.0/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit MacPractice

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

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCareStack · 4.0/10

CareStack scores higher on our rubric for dental charting software: 4.0 against 3.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

CareStack is the better fit for multi-location practices needing deep charting. MacPractice is the better fit for mac-based practices needing periodontal charting.

  • CareStack fits best

    Multi-location practices needing deep charting

  • MacPractice fits best

    Mac-based practices needing periodontal charting

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Side by side

Feature CareStack 4.0/10 Visit ↗ MacPractice 3.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 4.0 3.0
Ranking #1 in Dental Charting Software #5 in Dental Charting Software
Best for Multi-location practices needing deep charting Mac-based practices needing periodontal charting
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan — Not published
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, macOS, iOS
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Community, Docs Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML, 2FA HIPAA
Integrations 20 integrations 6 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market
Features CareStack 0/4 · MacPractice 0/4
Tooth charting Not published Not published
Surface charting Not published Not published
Periodontal charting Not published Not published
Chart history Not published Not published
Specs
Dentition charts Not published Not published
Supported platforms Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Combines clinical and periodontal charting with treatment planning.
  • Supports multi-specialty and multi-location scheduling with online booking.
  • Offers web, iOS, Android and API access plus imaging integrations.
  • Combines dental and periodontal charting with digital radiography support
  • Premium adds a patient portal, online scheduling, and online payments
  • Supports browser access, iPad workflows, forms, and patient reminders
Cons
  • Essentials starts at $829 per month.
  • AI clinical notes, voice perio charting, X-rays and diagnosis require Intelligence.
  • Broad practice-management scope may be more than a charting-only practice needs.
  • Plan prices are not public; prospects must request a demo
  • The product is oriented around Mac and iOS workflows
  • Integration breadth is less clear than its charting and patient features
Our verdict

CareStack is cloud-based dental practice management software for single practices, specialists, multi-location groups and dental service organizations. Its charting focus sits alongside scheduling, patient self-service, forms, insurance…

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MacPractice combines practice management and clinical tools for dental practices using Apple devices. Its capabilities span appointment scheduling, patient records, dental and periodontal charting, digital radiography support, patient…

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  1. CareStackDental Charting Software 4.0From $829/mo
  2. MacPracticeDental Charting Software 3.0Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • CareStack — where it wins

    • Combines clinical and periodontal charting with treatment planning.
    • Supports multi-specialty and multi-location scheduling with online booking.
    • Offers web, iOS, Android and API access plus imaging integrations.

    Where it doesn't

    • Essentials starts at $829 per month.
    • AI clinical notes, voice perio charting, X-rays and diagnosis require Intelligence.
    • Broad practice-management scope may be more than a charting-only practice needs.

  • MacPractice — where it wins

    • Combines dental and periodontal charting with digital radiography support
    • Premium adds a patient portal, online scheduling, and online payments
    • Supports browser access, iPad workflows, forms, and patient reminders

    Where it doesn't

    • Plan prices are not public; prospects must request a demo
    • The product is oriented around Mac and iOS workflows
    • Integration breadth is less clear than its charting and patient features

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026