🔁 Ditch the Bloat. Keep the Power. Pay Nothing to Start.

PracticeLite gives you the essential tools for free, then flat monthly plans starting at $19 when you're ready for unlimited clients and SMS reminders — no per-feature add-ons to piece together.

Feature Comparison

See how PracticeLite stacks up against SimplePractice's pricing and features

Feature
PracticeLiteFree–$39/mo
SimplePracticeEssential Plan
Starting priceFREE$39/month
Scheduling, notes, forms, client portalIncluded on every planIncluded
Active clients5 on Free, unlimited on Practice ($19/mo)Unlimited
SMS remindersIncluded from Practice ($19/mo), 250/moIncluded
Extra Seats (Users)$29/month each on Practice Pro (first user included)$59/month each
Insurance claims (direct submission)Practice Pro ($39/mo) — coming soonIncluded in higher plan
Online payments2.7% + $0.27, every plan3.15% + $0.30 per transaction

Real Cost Comparison

See exactly how much you'll save with PracticeLite

Just Getting Started

PracticeLite (Free, up to 5 clients):$0/month
SimplePractice (Essential):$39/month
Your Annual Savings:$468/year
(100% less than SimplePractice)

Full-Featured Practice

PracticeLite (Practice Pro — unlimited clients, SMS, insurance claims):$39/month
SimplePractice (Professional):$59/month
One flat price — no per-feature add-ons to track
Your Annual Savings:$240/year
(34% less than SimplePractice)

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Note: SimplePractice requires the Professional plan ($59/month) for insurance billing, while PracticeLite's Practice Pro plan is $39/month flat. Each additional clinician is $29/month with PracticeLite (Practice Pro only) vs. full price per clinician with SimplePractice.

💸 Why Practitioners Are Making the Switch

"The SimplePractice Tax is Real"
SimplePracticePracticeLite
Forced Plan UpgradesThree simple plans, switch anytime
Need color-coding? +$20/monthIncluded, even on the free plan
Hidden Processing FeesTransparent pricing on every transaction
Credit card costs unclear2.7% + $0.27 flat rate—no surprises
Feature BundlingFlat monthly plans, no per-feature add-ons
Unused features in every planStart free, upgrade only when you need to
Expensive Team Add-Ons
$59/month per extra user
$29/month per team member
On Practice Pro — you keep growing affordably

✅ PracticeLite’s Free-to-Grow Advantage

  • $0/month for up to 5 active clients
  • Scheduling, notes, forms, and client portal included on every plan
  • $19/mo for unlimited clients and SMS reminders when you're ready
  • Start free. Upgrade only when you need to. No pressure.

I was paying $89/month for features I never used. Now I'm on the $19/month Practice plan with unlimited clients and SMS reminders—everything I actually need, nothing I don't.

Sarah K., Licensed Therapist
Switched from SimplePractice in 2025

💬 Frequently Asked Questions

Is PracticeLite really free?

Yes! The Free plan includes scheduling, notes, forms, and a client portal for up to 5 active clients, no credit card required. Upgrade to Practice ($19/mo) or Practice Pro ($39/mo) when you need unlimited clients, SMS reminders, or more.

How hard is it to switch from SimplePractice?

Not hard at all. We’ll help you migrate your client data, and you can even run both systems side-by-side during onboarding.

What if I need more features later?

Upgrade your plan anytime from your account settings—no upgrade calls, no pressure.

Is there a setup fee or contract?

Nope. No setup fees, no contracts. Cancel anytime, no penalties.

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